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Adopt a Dog in Need
Meet our beautiful dogs. Thank you for your interest in adopting!
Harley
Mixed Breed, ,Hi! I’m Harley, I'm almost one and a half years old, 45‑lb mixed‑breed girl with a whole lot of heart and an even bigger wiggle. My name might make you think of a motorcycle and honestly, I do have a little “rev” in my step when I’m excited but I’m also a snuggly sweetheart who loves being close to my people. I’m currently looking for a foster home or a forever family who’s ready for a joyful companion like me.
Favorite Things: Harley is an enthusiastic, social girl who loves being part of her family’s daily rhythm. She enjoys outdoor time, exploring new scents and relaxing near her people once she’s had her fun. Toys are optional in her world; she’s just as happy soaking up affection or following her humans around.
Training and Manners: Harley is house trained when let out regularly and has a nice foundation of basic manners. She sleeps comfortably in her secure area at night and handles car rides without fuss. She’s still polishing her leash skills but her food‑motivated, clever nature makes her eager to learn. Harley is confident and expressive, especially when she prefers navigating situations on her own rather than being picked up.
Health and Care: Harley is spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccines. She’ll need monthly heart worm and flea/tick prevention, like all other dogs. Harley does have a skin issue that is currently being managed with medicated baths twice a week. She benefits from occasional nail trims to keep her comfortable.
Other Animals: Harley has experience with calm, laid‑back dogs but generally prefers to keep to herself around most others. She hasn’t been tested with cats and would likely be most comfortable in a home without them.
Children: Harley has not lived with children, but her friendly, confident nature suggests she may do well with respectful kids who understand how to interact gently with a young dog.
Ideal Home: Harley can be left alone for several hours and relaxes in a secure area when her family is out. She’d be right at home in an apartment, townhome, or condo as long as she gets regular walks and a chance to explore. A family who appreciates her playful spirit and affectionate heart will find her a wonderful addition.
Overall: Harley is a bright, loving young dog who brings warmth and cheerful energy to every day. True to her name, she’s a little “Harley” with plenty of heart, always ready to roll into your life with her happy shimmy. She’s hoping to find a foster or forever home where she can share all that sweetness.
If you think Harley could be the perfect match, visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org to submit an adoption application. If it looks like a great fit, her foster family will reach out with more information. Her adoption donation is $400.
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Poodle (Standard), ,Hi, I'm Jeff! Five years old, 68 pounds, and every bit of it devoted to my people. I'm a Standard Poodle with an energetic playful streak, a soft spot for kisses, and a toy habit I'm not even a little sorry about. I am currently looking for a foster home or a forever family! If you're looking for a dog who's genuinely excited about you, I'm your guy, and I am ready to be someone's whole heart.
Favorite Things: Jeff is a cheese enthusiast who lives for his favorite humans. He's goofy, clever, and totally tuned into the people around him, always ready to make you laugh. He LOVES toys and is never without one, whether he's proudly carrying it around or using it as an invitation for a play session. Jeff's the kind of dog who wants to be in on everything you're doing, and desperately wants to have his person.
Training & Manners: Jeff is house‑trained, crate trained, and is fine in a secured area. He’s been working on his leash skills and polishing basic manners and obedience. He’s a smart, eager learner and his food‑motivation makes training fun. He also rides calmly in the car. His adoption includes free training and access to professional trainers to support his continued progress.
Health & Care: Jeff recently completed his last heartworm treatment, the finish line is in sight! For just a few more weeks he'll need calm routines and short leash walks while he wraps up his recovery, but once he gets the all-clear, this boy is ready to stretch his legs. Long walks are absolutely his thing, and he can't wait to explore the world with his person by his side. Jeff is neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccinations, and going forward he'll just need monthly flea and heartworm preventatives like any dog. Regular brushing and professional grooming will keep his gorgeous poodle coat looking and feeling its best.
Other Animals: Jeff bonds deeply with his people, so he'll need to be the only pet in the home. He's working on his leash manners around other dogs and would thrive with an adopter who's patient and consistent, a confident handler who can redirect his focus will set him up for success.
Children: Jeff does not have experience with children at this time.
Ideal Home: Jeff isn't choosy as to the type of forever home he has, but he will need plenty of playtime and exercise once his rest period is up. He will thrive with a family who appreciates a bright, affectionate poodle and can offer a predictable routine. He may bark when left alone for long stretches, so structure will help him feel secure.
Overall: Jeff is a loving, quirky poodle ready to meet his forever family. Could that be you? If so, visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org to fill out an adoption or foster application. If it seems like a good match, our team will reach out with more information. His adoption donation is $200.
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Chihuahua, ,Hi! I’m Jenkins, a 13‑year‑old, 4‑lb Chihuahua with a tiny body and a heart that’s somehow even bigger than that. I follow my favorite human like a devoted shadow and make sure they always know how much I adore them. I’m expressive, affectionate and happiest when I’m tucked under an arm, riding along in a little pouch, purse or curled up in a cozy spot nearby.
Favorite Things: Jenkins is a soft‑souled little dog who cherishes calm companionship. He enjoys warm laps, quiet affection and the simple comfort of being with someone he trusts. He also appreciates peaceful supervised time outdoors where he can sniff around and take in the world at his own relaxed pace. Mealtime is also among his favorite activities. He will happily watch as his yummies are prepared.
Training and Manners: Jenkins is housetrained when taken out regularly and does well on a predictable routine. He sleeps soundly all night in his dog bed and settles easily once he knows his person is close. He tolerates car rides and is working on improving his leash skills, taking each outing at a steady, manageable pace. His sweet nature and eagerness to please make him a lovely companion for someone who enjoys a calm, steady presence.
Health and Care: Jenkins is neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccines. Because he has no teeth he’ll need soft food only for the rest of his life which he happily enjoys. His grooming needs are minimal and can be handled at home with occasional baths, nail trims and ear cleaning. He handled bathing beautifully in his foster home and is easy to care for.
Other Animals: Jenkins enjoys the company of small, laid‑back dogs who match his mellow energy. He hasn’t been tested with cats, but his easygoing demeanor suggests he would adjust well with slow introductions.
Children: Because of his tiny stature a child free home is preferred. He could easily slip out unnoticed through a door left open. Teens + who understand how to interact respectfully with a tiny senior dog would also likely be a comfortable match for him.
Ideal Home: Jenkins forms deep bonds and prefers not to be left alone for long stretches as he’ll share his worries with a little vocal protest. A Chihuahua‑savvy adopter who understands these tiny, expressive seniors would be perfect for him. He’ll thrive in a single‑family home where his people are around often and where he has safe, easy access to outdoor potty breaks. Because he’s so portable and loves being close, he’s the kind of dog who’s happiest tagging along on errands in a soft carrier, pouch or purse.
Overall: Jenkins is an affectionate senior who embodies everything people love about tiny Chihuahuas. He may be small but his devotion is enormous and he brings warmth and sweetness to every day. With a patient, loving adopter who understands his sensitive nature, Jenkins will blossom into a loyal, heart‑melting companion.
If you think Jenkins could be the little shadow and loyal friend you’ve been looking for, visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org to submit an adoption application. If it looks like a great match, his foster family will reach out with more information. His adoption donation is $175.
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Thank you for interest in adopting a dog. There are lots of dogs that need your help. By adopting a dog from Poodle and Pooch Rescue, you are not only rescuing that dog, but part of your adoption donation helps us save other dogs. Adopting a dog helps us pay for the costs associated with rescuing your new friend, but it can also help our special needs dogs get the medical care they deserve. When your rescued dog comes from Poodle and Pooch Rescue, you save more than just one life! All dogs from Poodle and Pooch Rescue are fully vetted, groomed, spayed or neutered.
It’s really easy to adopt all you have to do is:
- Check to see if you meet the requirements
- Fill out the dog Adoption Application
- Select A Pet
- Fill out the questionnaire
- We’ll call you to help find the right match for your family.
Foster a Dog
Care for a dog until they’re ready for adoption
Permanent Residents
Some of our dogs will stay in our care forever. Some have been through so much change and trauma in their lives that putting them through more change isn’t in their best interest, others may have medical needs or need hospice care – these dogs will remain in PPR foster care for the rest of their lives as Permanent Residents.
Apply To foster
When you become a foster parent, you are playing a significant role in our rescue program. When you invite a dog into your home, you provide the love, patience, and guidance to a little dog in need, and Poodle and Pooch Rescue provides the rest! We are responsible for all vetting, grooming, and medical needs the dog may have, all you have to do is treat the dog as if it’s your own. A typical fostering lasts 2 to 3 weeks, and you are never stuck with a dog. You choose the dogs you want to foster, and you are free to foster at your own convenience. If for whatever reason the dog you choose doesn’t fit into your lifestyle, we will simply place the dog into a new foster family. You get to enjoy the companionship of a dog without the lifelong commitment.
It’s really easy to foster all you have to do is:
- Check to see if you meet the requirements
- Fill out the dog Foster Application
- Select A Pet
- Fill out the questionnaire
- We’ll call you to help find the right match for your family.
Volunteer
Our dogs need you and you can make a difference in their lives
Volunteer Now!
Did you know that Poodle and Pooch Rescue is 100% volunteer-based? That means we need an army of volunteers to help support our rescue efforts.
Here is how you can help:
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