Dog Adoption Gallery

Last Updated: February 4, 2012

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ARTIE - I ARTIE - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Medium size neutered male Siberian Husky. Estimated DOB February 2011 -- Artie represents the best of what you would expect from a Husky! He is incredibly handsome, sweet, and intelligent! Artie is wonderful with other dogs, and is a great hiking companion. Although he doesn't know many of his basic manners yet, he is working on it at the shelter and making great progress. We are recommending a home familiar and experienced with the personality and breed tendencies of huskies, as well as a home with children over the age of 8 years old. True to his breed, young Artie will need an adopter dedicated to exercising him, as well as keeping his mind active. A bored Husky is sure to find his own entertainment and mischief to get into. Artie is an all around great dog just waiting to find his very own forever home and family.

BABY - I BABY - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED!!!
Medium size spayed female Labrador Retriever mix. Estimated DOB November 2008 -- Baby was surrendered to the shelter when her owners moved and could no longer keep her. Baby is a sweet dog who needs some confidence building. She is a bit shy in new settings which sometimes causes her to retreat from unfamiliar situations. She will need an adopter who can show her the world is really a great place, and that there is lots of fun to be had. She spent some time in her past being chained, which may be the cause of her reactive-ness with dogs when she is on a leash. Even when off leash, she prefers to approach other dogs rather than have them approach her. Baby needs a benevolent leader who will show her the way with patience and consistent guidance. She has lived harmoniously with children and we feel she could make a great family companion. With lots of love, devotion and a lifetime commitment, this dog could surely be someone's very special pretty 'Baby'.

BAILEY - I BAILEY - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Medium size spayed female Border Collie mix. Estimated DOB October 2010 -- Bailey was originally adopted from the shelter as a puppy, and it seems her breed mix required a more active lifestyle than her her adopters could provide. Bailey loves running, socializing and exploring the great outdoors. Bailey is still young, but she knows a lot. She has her basic manners down, and she is very eager to learn more. Her previous owners report that she is crate trained, housebroken, and fine when left home alone. She is very friendly with other dogs, and very respectful of cats. Bailey would do best in a new home where exercise and mental stimulation is part of the daily routine. She will make a great hiking, running or skiing buddy and would love to partake in any new adventure. There's no doubt Bailey is a wonderful dog and she is ready to go home and have some fun!

BELLE BELLE
Medium size spayed female Border Collie mix. Estimated DOB January 2001 -- Belle is one of the sweetest dogs to pass through our doors. When her adopter became sick and was unable to care for her any longer Belle was returned to the shelter in the hopes that she could find a loving home to spend her golden years. Only great things can be said about this girl. She is good with people and loves to visit the local nursing home and bring cheer to the residents. Belle is wonderful with dogs and cats and she loves to snuggle up and nap as well as take walks. If ever you have considered opening your home to a senior pet, you will not be able to find one nicer than Belle.

BILLIE JEAN BILLIE JEAN
Medium size spayed female American Staffordshire Terrier / Cattle Dog mix. Estimated DOB September 2008 -- When Billie Jean first arrived at the Shelter she was a bit aloof and not very friendly with other dogs. Prior to arriving she had spent days at a local rest area, alluding capture and fearful of anyone who came near her. Showing how resilient dogs are, Billie Jean has left her past behind her and she is ready for a wonderful future. Billie Jean is fine with other dogs, but doesn’t care to play with them. She would be fine in a home with a similarly minded canine. She is strong willed, and will need a benevolent leader, but she is also quite affectionate and enjoys being with people. She is a great hiking buddy, and loves to go explore local trails. We are recommending Billie Jean go to a home without children and preferably to a home with someone dedicated to showing her the ropes. Billie Jean is a wonderful dog, we’re sure she’ll show you just how great she can be.

DAISY DAISY
Medium size spayed female English Coonhound. Estimated DOB September 2001 -- Daisy was surrendered to the Shelter because of her propensity to run away. Coonhounds are notorious for following their nose, and in Daisy's case it was one time too many! Daisy appears to be an all around nice dog. She is incredibly friendly and, when she is happy, she can't help but let out a Coonhound bay that lets everyone know just how she feels! She has lived with dogs, and she is friendly with dogs of all sizes. She has even lived with a cat before and was very friendly with it! Daisy enjoys regular exercise, and she is a good hiking buddy. While she has lived with children before, she is not very fond of them, so we are recommending a home with children over the age of 12 years. If you know and love hounds, you'll be hard pressed not to fall in love with Daisy!

DORA DORA
Medium size spayed female Australian Cattle Dog. Estimated DOB May 2011 -- Dora is as sweet and cute as they come. However, she is very true to her breed and proved to be a bit too much for her first owner. Australian Cattle Dogs are driven, smart and athletic. They need a benevolent leader to show them the ropes as well as someone who will respect their herding instincts and keep them mentally occupied. Dora has already shown that she likes to herd, so we are recommending a home that has had herding dog experience as well as a home without small children. She is incredibly smart and eager to learn and we know she could become an exceptional member of the family.

GRACIE GRACIE
Medium size spayed female Labrador Retriever mix. Estimated DOB January 2011 -- Gracie is one of those dogs who is bursting at the seams with love and happiness! She is a true sweetheart who loves everyone and every thing! Gracie is good with other dogs and will play with anyone who is up for it. She is incredibly friendly with people too- she loves everyone she meets. Gracie is still a puppy at heart- she knows her basic manners, but it doesn't seem like anyone has taught her much yet. She is a great dog to take hiking, she stays with you and is always ready for an outing. She appears to be housebroken, and will happily spend time chewing and playing with her toys. This is a great all around dog who we will definitely bring lots of smiles to her new family!

HUNTER HUNTER
Medium size neutered male Rottweiler / Labrador Retriever mix. Estimated DOB November 2010 -- Hunter was surrendered to the shelter when his owner could no longer care for him. He is an energetic, friendly dog, who loves everyone he meets! He is still young and quite puppy like, so we are recommending a home where his obedience training will be reinforced. Hunter has lived with cats before and he is friendly with dogs. He'll need daily exercise and would make a great skiing, hiking or running buddy. We are recommending a home with kids over the age of 8 years just because of his exuberance for life!

KEESHA KEESHA
Large size spayed female German Shorthair Pointer. Estimated DOB January 2009 -- Keesha was found as a stray, but it is clear this girl has spent quite a lot of time with people. She is very social and enjoys attention. Keesha is large and strong and is learning most of her basic manners while at the shelter. True to her breed, Keesha loves to run! She loves going for hikes and is a great hiking buddy. Her on-leash skills still need some work, but she is wonderful off leash. She may explore her surroundings but regularly checks back in. Keesha is great with other dogs, but it has not been determined how she would do with cats. Keesha needs an active lifestyle where exercise is part of the daily routine. Keesha is looking for a home where she will get to be part of the family and is ready to be someone's special big girl.

LUCIE - I LUCIE - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Medium size spayed female Pudel Pointer. Estimated DOBJanuary 2009 -- Lucie was transferred to our shelter from a neighboring humane society, because her breed is loved here, and we think she would do well with the Wood River lifestyle. We believe Lucie is a purebred Pudel Pointer, a bird-hunting breed which combined Poodles with English Pointers centuries ago. Lucie is true to her breed in that she loves to run, loves people, and is always up for an adventure! She is good with dogs, but it is unknown how she would be with a cat. She is one of the sweetest dogs, and she loves to be petted, brushed and snuggled with! We feel that the best home for her would be one where she would get daily exercise and be loved as a family member, and she would have a structured routine. If you know the breed, or would like to meet the breed, we feel Lucie is a great representative!

MACABEE - I MACABEE - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Medium size spayed female Labrador Retriever / German Shorthair Pointer mix. Estimated DOB July 2011 -- In Macabee's world, every day is a great day! She loves everyone she meets, and every new adventure she goes on! Macabee is a great dog. She is ready to learn all about basic obedience, and she will be a fun hiking partner. She is very smart, but also very energetic, so daily exercise of both her mind and body will be essential. Macabee is great with other dogs and would fit right in to a home with another playful dog. This sweet and pretty girl is ready to go home... forever.

MAKO - I MAKO - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Small size neutered male Miniature Schnauzer mix. Estimated DOB March 2011 -- Mako was brought to the shelter because he and the other dog in his home were not proving to be best buddies. While Mako is friendly with other dogs, he can also be quite bossy. We are recommending he either be an only dog, or go to a home where there are structured rules and appropriate supervision of multiple dogs. Mako is very friendly and he enjoys attention. He is quite active and loves going for walks and hikes. Mako is very intelligent as well as bit sly... he definitely will test the boundaries! Therefore, we are recommending a home with prior dog handling experience as well as a home with children over the age of eight years old. He seems a bit too interested in cats, so a feline free home is also suggested. Mako is very charming in many ways and is ready to become someone's elegant and dapper boy.

MATILDA - I MATILDA - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Medium size spayed female Beagle / Weimeraner mix. Estimated DOB June 2011 -- Matilda was brought to the shelter after being found much too close to a busy highway. Matilda is a bit of a wild child. She is incredibly sweet and enjoys affection, but she will need an active lifestyle and an adopter committed to helping her learn her basic manners. She is clearly intelligent, and the hound in her can make her a bit stubborn, so consistent guidance and training will be necessary. Matilda is friendly with dogs and she loves to play and run with them. She'll need daily exercise and we think she would make a fantastic hiking or running companion. This pretty and social girl is ready to start enjoying life with a new forever guardian.

MATTIE MATTIE
Medium size spayed female Australian Shepherd / Border Collie mix. Estimated DOB January 2006 -- Mattie was given up by her owners when the neighbors complained she was barking too much. Unwilling to move Mattie from living outdoors to inside, she was instead given up. Mattie loves to be with people. In her world belly rubs and going for walks are wonderful tings, so living outside is certainly going to make her unhappy. Mattie is great with other dogs, but has not spent much time around cats. She is smart, eager to please, and incredibly loving. she knows all her basic manners and is fully housebroken. She would make a wonderful addition to a family who is looking for a dog who won't take too much training and will transition easily into their lives. Mattie deserves to be a member of the family-she's already vocalized her unhappiness with being left outside.

MICKEY MICKEY
Medium size neutered male Kelpie mix. Estimated DOB October 2010 -- Mickey has had a tough go of things so far. He arrived as a stray just as the shelter was having a bout with a serious strain of kennel cough. Unfortunately, Mickey got very sick, and was feeling less than stellar for almost a month. He was an excellent patient however, and we are so happy to see him back to full health and acting like a goofy dog again! Mickey is a bit shy with people he doesn't know, but once he gets to know you he is a real sweetheart. He is playful with dogs, and he and Minnie Mouse have made an instant bond. Maybe it is because they know Minnie and Mickey should be friends? We are recommending a home with older children for Mickey, as well as a home that will continue to help with his confidence building. This sweet boy has had enough adversity to overcome and is ready to meet his forever family who will love him forever.

MINNIE MOUSE MINNIE MOUSE
Medium size spayed female Australian Cattle Dog. Estimated DOB December 2001 -- Minnie Mouse has gotten lots of attention since she arrived at the shelter as a stray. With her adorable greying face it is hard not to want to pamper her! Minnie is a very sweet older dog. We believe she is at least 10 years old, and therefore we feel a quieter, less active home would be most appropriate for her. She is fine with other dogs, but doesn't especially enjoy interacting with them. Minnie appears to be in good health, and just had her teeth cleaned -- we think she may have quite a few more years in her! She enjoys short walks, but loves a warm cozy bed to lay in even more. If you can open your heart and home to this senior girl she will be forever grateful.

MISSY - I MISSY - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Large size spayed female Husky / Elkhound mix. Estimated DOB December 2008 -- Missy arrived at the Shelter as a stray. She is a silly and sweet dog who seems to love people and loves to go for walks. She can seem a bit aloof, and she doesn't always bond with people immediately, but this can be easily resolved with some obedience training which encourages Missy to focus on you instead of the world around her. Missy is friendly with dogs and quite playful at times. We are recommending a home where she will get daily exercise and some work on basic “doggy manners.” She will need regular grooming, but once her coat is brushed out, she looks absolutely stunning! If you are looking for a sweet and beautiful girl who needs a little time and attention from someone she can count on, Missy may be the one for you!

MO MO
Medium size neutered male American Staffordshire Terrier mix. Estimated DOB April 2009 -- Sweet Mo has been a shelter dog for too long and has proven that he is ready to find his very own forever home! Mo is a wonderful dog. He loves other dogs and would be happy to share a home with a well mannered and playful canine companion. Mo is shy in new situations. He is not comfortable in noisy, crowded places and in those situations looks for guidance from the person he has bonded with and trusts. Mo would make a great dog for someone who wants to continue his socialization and training and in the process create a special bond of loyalty and love. He is smart, athletic and incredibly eager to please and is perfect when left home alone. Mo is a very special boy who is ready to meet his forever friend and family.

MOLLY MOLLY
Medium size spayed female Boxer/Chow mix. Estimated DOB January 2011 -- Sweet Molly arrived at the shelter overwhelmed and terrified. She spent the first day huddled in the corner of her kennel along with her sister Mya. As time went by, Molly began to realize that the shelter wasn't such a bad place and the people were kind. With each passing day, Molly is gaining more confidence and realizing that new experiences are not so scary. Molly would do best in a quieter, structured home environment without young children. She loves other dogs and sharing a home with another confident canine would surely help her on her journey. At the shelter, she shows little interest in cats and would probably compatibly cohabitate with a feline family member as well. It is not always possible to know each animal's history, but what we do know about Molly is that under her timid exterior is a sweet, loving and happy girl just waiting to throw her caution to the wind and be loved forever.

MUMFORD MUMFORD
Medium size Labrador Retriever / German Shepherd mix. Estimated DOB December 2004 -- Sweet Mumford is looking for a home where he will be loved and treasured for all his years to come. Mumford is a wonderful dog. He is friendly, and truly enjoys being with people. He can be a bit nervous in new situations, but he adapts quickly, and he is always looking to people for guidance. While he came to the shelter as a stray, we do believe he was once someone's pet as he appears to be housebroken, well mannered, and an all around nice dog. When he arrived it was evident he had an injury to his front leg. After xrays were done it was found he had an old injury which didn't heal properly. Although he enjoys hikes and outings, we are recommending a home where he will receive moderate amounts of exercise. Mumford is good with other dogs and doesn't seem too interested in cats. This good boy is patiently waiting to go home forever.

PRINCESS DAISY - I PRINCESS DAISY - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Medium size spayed female Poodle / German Shorthair Pointer mix. Estimated DOB January 2009 -- Princess Daisy was transferred to our shelter when she became very stressed at a neighboring humane society. Once she arrived we saw how truly nervous and shy she was in a shelter environment and were able to place her in a foster home. In foster Princess Daisy's personality has really begun to shine! She is a great house guest. She is completely housebroken, is friendly and respectful of the other dogs in the home, and while interested in the cat, the minute it lets her know she is getting too close, she backs off. Princess Daisy is great off leash and she has lots of energy. She enjoys going for runs and would make a wonderful hiking buddy. She bonds very quickly to people and because she is still quite insecure she would do best in a home with children over the age of 10years. She'll need a consistent routine and someone who is willing to build her confidence. This is a truly wonderful dog and with some gentle guidance she will become a wonderful, lifelong companion.

ROCCO ROCCO
Small neutered male Chihuahua. Estimated DOB January 2002 -- Rocco was found as a stray at a local grocery store and brought to the shelter in the hopes of being reunited with his owner. Sadly, no one came for him, and so he is now looking for a new home. Rocco is as sweet as can be. He is an older boy, and he has cataracts which limits his sight. Upon his arrival, he had a tumor on his head which has been successfully removed and should not cause any future problems. Rocco is affectionate and enjoys attention. He would do best in a new home where he would not be left alone for long periods of time as well as a home without smaller children. While he has certainly warmed the hearts of all the shelter staff, we are hoping he doesn't have to wait long to find his true forever home.

ROXY ROXY
Large size spayed female Husky / German Shepherd mix. Estimated DOB October 2010 -- Roxy is an exuberant, social and fun dog. She hasn't had much in the way of training, but she is a quick learner. Her first home didn't know exactly what they were getting into when they adopted a dog of her lineage. Huskies are smart and active. They need to keep both their mind AND body active. Roxy will require daily hikes or runs, as well as mental stimulation. She is good off leash and will make a wonderful hiking buddy. While Roxy likes to play with other dogs, her play style can be quite bossy and inappropriate. We are recommending that Roxy be the only dog in the home, and that play sessions be closely monitored with other dogs. Roxy is looking for a home where her basic manners and education will be continued and she will get to have some fun exploring the beautiful area we live in! This big baby girl is ready to find a benevolent leader who will love her forever.

SID - I SID - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Medium size neutered male Border Collie / Labrador Retriever mix. Estimated DOB February 2011 -- Sid's breed mix serves him well... he is a wonderful combination of smart, energetic and very social. He has not been tested with cats, but is very friendly with other dogs. This young pup is already a great hiking buddy and is overjoyed to be able to be out exploring the great outdoors. He is a quick study in every subject and would do best in a home where daily exercise is part of the routine as well as continued training. Sid loves to be in the company of people and would also enjoy sharing a home with another canine of equivalent energy level. This boy is an absolute sweetheart and is ready to go home and start living life in a new forever home.

SUSIE - I SUSIE - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Small size spayed female Jack Russell Terrier mix. Estimated DOB January 2011 -- Susie arrived at the shelter as a stray, but with loads of personality and good manners, it is clear this girl was once someone's pet. Susie appears to be mostly Jack Russell, of the broken coat variety, but she seems to have something else mixed in as well. She is very much a terrier- smart, tenacious and curious. She is good with other dogs, albeit a bit on the bossy side. She really likes people and is very social, eliciting attention from just about anyone she meets. We are recommending a home with children over the age of 8 years old as Susie doesn't love to be restrained and gets uncomfortable with too much handling. If you love terriers or specifically Jack Russels, Susie is a real catch!!!

TONKA - I TONKA - I'VE BEEN ADOPTED !!!
Medium size neutered male Boxer. Estimated DOB January 2009 -- Tonka was brought to the shelter because his owner's were moving and could not take him along. Tonka is a very friendly and nice dog. He enjoys attention and is always up for a game of fetch. Tonka has lived with children before and seemed to enjoy being around them. He is also very friendly with dogs, and fine with cats. Tonka knows some of his basic obedience and he is certainly eager to learn more. He is quite calm, but typical of Boxers, he likes to be with people, and will get as close to you as possible. We are recommending a home for Tonka where he will get plenty of attention and his adopters will appreciate his true Boxer personality.

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