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This is the Animal Description Header Jordan is a beautiful and affectionate boy who is waiting for his forever home at the Sanctuary! He is VERY loving and outgoing, and is a total love bug. Jordan loves to be held and to curl up in your lap to snuggle. He may be best as an only kitty as he can get sassy when having to share his love/bed. Please send applications to foster or adopt this fantastic boy to firstname.lastname@example.com!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Owen is a senior boy looking for a specific home. He is very loving and gentle with those that he knows and loves, but can be protective when it comes to men outside of the family coming into the home, approaching the car or walking towards his family. He adored the young child in the home, but given that he can be snappy with strangers, a quiet home with older children would be ideal for this pretty boy. He can get along well with some dogs, but he really does like for his life to be clam and predictable, so any potential canine companions would ideally not be alpha or overly goofy etc. Owen is really just looking for a loving and rural home where he can relax and be happy and again be a cherished member of a family. Please email applications to foster/adopt Owen to firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Courtesy posting for dog in need of a new home. For more info please contact: email@example.com ; ; Boots is a 4 year old Labrador/American Staffordshire Terrier/Border Collie; mix (DNA tested). He is a sweet, lovable boy that loves cuddles, walks or; runs, and enjoys meeting new people. Boots' current family can no longer; provide him with the environment he needs to thrive and is looking for a; new family to make him a permanent addition to their home. Boots enjoys; long naps in the sun, head scratches, chasing cats and squirrels in the; backyard, and loves his treats! He knows basic commands and walks well on; his leash with a harness or gentle leader. Boots has alpha dog tendencies,; so he would do well in a home where he is the only dog, or only male. He is; current on all shots and neutered.'This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Joey is just a wonderful happy and bouncy boy once he has had some time to get to know you. He is not an aggressive dog, but he can get spooked by new people, sights and sounds. Because of this he is looking for a rural home where he can run and explore and cuddle with his family without being afraid of all the city noises. Joey loves to go for long walks in the country and would be a great choice for someone who is looking for a truly loving companion. Some one who understands that bravery is not this sweet boys strong suit. Again, Joey is not an aggressive boy by any stretch, he is just a big sweet wimp who needs a bit of patience while he adjusts to new friends. Please send applications for Joey to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Buck needs action!! He is a great dog when he has had ample exercise. He wants and needs an experienced, herding-breed savvy, (though he is not that much of a herder) athletic outdoorsey, fun-loving home. Buck would be happiest in a home with another playful, active female dog, and for lacking that a super involved person. Buck can handle some boredom - but too much nothing to do makes Buck a bored and unhappy boy - he wants to run, play and frankly needs a bit more training - boundaries ..... he has been developing some leash assertion and thus it is very important that he gets more training. He needs a sturdy handler who will provide him with the outlets for his energy and the guidance he needs to thrive as a loving companion!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Courtesy posting for another rescue group, Sammie's Friends. Please contact them for more info if you are interested in this deserving dog, who is long overdue for his real, forever home!; Contact 530-471-5041. Or email@example.com.; ; Zeus is a handsome young pup waiting for his forever family. He has been at the shelter for over 4 months. We are not sure why? He is friendly and super playful. He gets along with other dogs and likes people. His ideal family would be young and active and willing to continue training him. He will make a wonderful addition to a family and we can't wait to see him thrive! For the last three Wednesday's Cheryl has taken Zeus on the Pack Walk at Empire Mine. He's a blast! Loves the other dogs and everything else. If you want a dog with joie de vivre' this is your guy. He is full of life and enthusiasm. If you are a couch potato, he's probably not for you. If you like to hike and bike and swim and throw balls, he's most assuredly the one for you. We love his energy and enthusiasm! ; ; Please consider adopting Zeus! ; - See more at: ; http://sammiesfriends.org/individual-dog-pages/zeus.htmlsthash.LNFQbo8S.V29nM8q1.dpufThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Brownie was found in Richmond. He has a foster home temporarily with his finders... a sweet, happy, solid chunk of a boy!! Seems good with other dogs etc. ; Foster statement: Found in vacant lot near Milo. Currently being fostered, to be neutered this week, needs a forever home.; Brownie has had no training but is smart and now will sit for a treat. Needs to be trained asap to be an indoor dog/family pet. He's good with kids. Available only to home who will not leave him outside as a guard dog.'; More soon on this handsome fellow!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Courtesy posting for loved dog who needs a new home. See below for contact info.; ; Freddie Mercury is his name. He is about 5 years old, 35 lbs, brindle. He loves car rides and the beach. He isn't great on his leash. Totally house broken, not destructive, but is protective of his food. He is neutered and vaccinated and we haven't had any health problems. He needs to run and run and run, and I think would fare better with someone who is dominant. He gets along really well with cats and other dogs. He's never lived with children. He wants to be wherever the humans are, and sleep right up next to you. ; ; I can be reached by email at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 912 547 4776.'This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Shyla has been returned and was highly stressed at Milo Point Richmond - so she has gone up to our Sanctuary for awhile to decompress....; * RETURN NOTES * Very friendly with people. A little reactive behind a barrier like a fence. Loves to walk and play. No problems being bathed or brushed. Awesome dog in general. Needs some work with other dogs and needs a puppy proof yard. Affectionate, sweet, young dog! Ready for her forever home. Treat motivated. ; Shyla is doing well. She sleeps in home every day, very well house broken. She is becoming a good watch dog. Has issues with our other dog. A lot of competition. I think they both are type 'A'. She does fairly well on a lead unless distracted by a critter. Around the yard she is constantly at heel when I'm doing chores. Loves to be brushed, no issues taking baths. Very loving pet. You have to keep an eye on her, very strong and really quick! She is learning sit leave it, heel. Likes to bark. We use a slow feed bowl, as she likes to gulp her food down.'; ; *Foster Notes* 10/25/15 'She likes to play with other dogs but will bark at first. She is really playful and likes to chase ball.'This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sweet girl, a bit more confident than her sister and warms up with gentle introduction and kind words. 🙂 Baker will need a quiet home with not too much activity. She will need to be in a home that has time to work with her. Baker opens up with people she knows and trusts and is a very sweet little lady that gets along beautifully with other dogs.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Gone to our Sanctuary for a visit with her sister! Still up for adoption of course! ; Weaver is a one of a kind girl waiting for her forever home. She is super dog-friendly and opens up to people once she's built her trust. She does need to build her confidence but given her past, she's progressed in so many ways. She's very sweet & would benefit from a home with another dog. When she first arrived , she and her siblings were very shy and over time she's come to know and love the staff. She greets us with cuddles & kisses and follows us wherever we go. She is crate trained and we believe she's also potty trained. Weaver is very treat motivated and is SUPER smart, learning her way & routines at our facility in a few days. Her recall potential is super solid and would love to accompany her person on hikes. Keep in mind that Weaver doesn't give a bond right away but we can definitely give you insight to how this girl is once comfortable. Her siblings have all done great in their adoptive homes, and we feel Weaver would be the same.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Transferred to Milo sanctuary 4/29/16.; Sanctuary Update : Bozworth has been a very sweet and loving guy with the entire staff. He is a big sweet goof that loves attention. He and our big alpha girl Niki get along extremely well and can fully be trusted to be alone with each other, although we do feed them separately to be safe. Bosworth has been trained to jump into his crate at meal time and can stay in the crate for some time after without putting up any fuss. He had some issues with house training in a foster home, but now being able to use the crate as a training tool will certainly come in handy! When walking by the other dog yards he does get worked up and attempt to fence fight with them if allowed, so it would be ideal for his person to be strong and training minded especially if you live in an area where he could encounter them on walks etc. but the ideal home for Bosworth would be in a country setting with dog savvy folks, either as an only dog or with one other female dog that he has proven to get along well with during a meet and greet here at the sanctuary. Big, loving and handsome guy! ; Bio before sanctuary transfer: ; Handsome, big white Shepherd. He is easy going, and a good walking partner. Though he pulls initially, he calms down. Gentle and sweet with children, loves rides in the car. A loving and loyal addition for a family or couple with time to share with their dog. ; Bozworth does better solo, he can have some attitude towards other dogs - if he is to be mixed, he needs a strong, dog savvy person with ability to do proper introductions, and read his body language - first he needs to know he is not in charge.; Bozworth has a totally charming side to him - but he is not for the new initiate or the faint of heart! A big love with people, if you have a property and want a large presence who is also a sweetheart he's a great candidate!; *Foster Return* 11/15/15 Bozworth loves to travel in vehicles and go on car rides. Needs moreThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Chiquita Bonita ! Bonita has the personality of a roadside diner waitress: tough, no-nonsense, and not in the mood to put up with anyone's garbage. At seven years old she's one of the older dogs at Milo, but this has never stopped Bonita from keeping the other Milo dogs in line, big or small. ; Despite her bossy ways around other dogs, Bonita is an affectionate love bug toward people. She still has the playful energy of a puppy and loves to find laps to cuddle on. ; ; *Foster Notes* 2/14/17 I love this Bonita! She's tough on the outside and sweet on the inside. She made me work a little for her trust at the beginning, but it's well worth it! Loves her belly rubbed. Loves to go for card rides, walks and; hikes?she's game for whatever you want to do?I've taken her on my sea; kayak! Great off leash recall and about checking in. When she's on leash; she will bark at other dogs and pull but can be distracted by treats. We've; been working on that, and I try to pay attention and watch for other dogs; walking and if I distract her with treats, she's ok. She will bark when; someone comes to the door but responds to 'ok, that's enough,' and it's; not constant. She really wants to please and listens well. She's a good; sleeper and curls up on the bed or under the covers if it's cold. She's; fine with my cat. She was very interested at the beginning and followed him; around, a bit intensely, but she ignores him now. Both my two small dogs,; cat, and Bonita sleep on the bed with me. She learned the dog door the; first day I had her and goes in and out when needed. She's not a dog for a; family with little kids because she doesn't like to be scooped up out of; nowhere and held, and she can be mouthy when excited. I give her a 1-2-3 up; and she's good. She's been fine when I've introduce her to kids on walks,; I've had them give her treats and she sits nicely. I've given her baths and; cut her toenails and she's good. She has some fun playfulness and enjoys; chasing toys andThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: Guinness is a loving and loyal dog, but has had issues with strangers coming into his house and yard in the past. He can also be reactive towards dogs outside his fence etc and can at times redirect that frustration onto the dog next to him. He has done well when meeting most dogs here at the sanctuary and gets along well with the staff and new people introduced to him. He is a gentle, observant and loving dog that is looking for the right adult and rural home that will be able to let him know that he does not have to protect them or the home. Please send interest in meeting this beautiful boy to email@example.com; *Return Notes from initial family* 7/27/15 Extremely smart! Protective of 'his' crate and 'his' family. He sits, down, waits before he goes thru doors. Loves his crate covered, doesn't like anything in his crate but will 'nest' before he goes to sleep. He would be great in agility or having a job. He loves bouncing on our trampoline and weaves thru the poles.' ; He was sent to the sanctuary so he could have some space and relax before going to his forever home. He is great with other dogs, and having more space and less tension will help him be a happy dog.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header AJ wants very badly to trust and can at times be very loving and sweet but unfortunately he can easily get spooked and does not have very good bite inhibition. For this reason he would not be a good choice for a home with children or where he would have access to people who did not understand how to read his body language to know if he might react if handled at that moment. He is a sweet boy, but unfortunately his lack of confidence coupled with very subtle warning signs has lead to his biting even those that love him. In these cases cases he seems to become confused as he would not normally want to hurt his friends. If AJ is to find a home it would need to be with a special very patient person who is willing to work with him to help him to feel safe and secure while being able to ensure that he does injure someone if they try to touch him while he is frightened. ; AJ does love other dogs has excellent recall, but we would not recommend him for dog parks etc due to his lack of bite inhibition. If you feel that you can help AJ and offer him the security that he craves,please email us at email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary update: Shadow is looking for an adult only home that is very active and well versed in training. He has issues with resource guarding and is fence reactive to the point that he will zone out' and forget that the person on the other side is a friend. He has great potential, but this is a dog that wants a job, activity and training! He has taken his resource guarding to the point that he has actually bitten people and other dogs. He needs an outlet for his energy and the right person to work on his behavioral issues. He is very food motivated and we have been working to teach him to sit and wait for his bowl, and to eat once he has been told to 'get it'. Shadow loves and craves attention and affection. If you have a predictable, adult only home and feel that you are willing and able to give Shadow what he needs to be a happy and content companion, please email us at email@example.com; ; Past Notes: His main issues are resource guarding and high drive. He is very ball motivated, He is a great swimmer and it is serves as a great anxiety reducer for him. He will charge off and should be on a long line. He does return. He is a natural hunter and needs extensive training for his behavior issues. Someone with patience and understanding. I truly love him.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Courtesy posting for two dogs who need a new home, together hopefully! Landlord will not let their owner keep them... For more info, contact firstname.lastname@example.com.; ; My name is Rex, and I?m a Jack Russell/Chihuahua mix. That is my sister Jemma, she is a Yorkie/Italian Greyhound mix. We are siblings, and we have so much fun together! We love to cuddle every night, tackle each other during the day, and lay in the warm sun together. We have lived together since we were two months old, so we cannot be separated, as we get major anxiety and depression. ; Being a Jack Russell, I have a ton of energy! I love to go on runs, play fetch, and rough house with humans. However, I am a little love bug! I fall asleep standing up if you scratch my belly, and I love to sit on your lap while you are on the computer or watch TV.; My sister Jemma is a little different! Before she became my sister, she lived in a home where they physically harmed her. Although she is skittish and likes to hide behind things, she loves to be held by people she trusts. Sometimes my mom even holds her while cleaning the house, or making dinner! Jemma is also a sucker for a good belly scratch, and loves to walk around on her hind legs! We are quite the duo. Unfortunately, we are looking for a new family. Our mom loves us so much, but she is working full time and is also in school, so we get very lonely during the day. Although she has tried for over a year to spend time with us when she is home, she often is very tired or consumed with too many responsibilities. Our mom knows that we deserve a home where we can get walks and belly scratches every day! We hope to find a family with no children soon, as kids scare us a bit. Our mom really hopes to find a family that would be okay with an open adoption. She has raised us from age 2 months to 3 years, and would be so sad if she never got to see us again! Will you please help us find a happy family to be a part of?'This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update : Gidget has been in a foster home in Ukiah but we would love a new foster or forever home for her. She continued to have difficulty with the leash and house training and her foster tried to work with her on both but she kept having accidents in the home and could not grasp the concept of going outside when she needed to go potty. Because of this she currently shares a cabin and a yard with two other dogs rather than being loose in the home (which would be ideal for her in order to continue building trust.) The little doggy cabin is heated and has furniture etc and she is allowed to come into the house daily to jump up on the couch with her foster mom and when settled next to her she can pet her and give her love. She is loving playing/cuddling with other dogs and is no longer hiding from her foster mom and will come up to her for treats, but still lacks the confidence to solicit attention of her own. She is a non-aggressive little girl that loves other dogs, but she continues to not be able to grasp the concept of not peeing inappropriately and will need continued patience and time to build trust as she is still an aloof and flighty little girl. Please email firstname.lastname@example.com if you feel that you might be able to help Gidget move forward with her socialization/housetraining. ; Former Bio:Gidget is currently at the Milo Sanctuary. Her friend Tink has been adopted but she has made new doggy friends. She continues to be shy, but she is clearly a sweet little girl who would love to be in a stable and loving home. If you would like to help a wee one who is in need of a foster or adoptive home in order to build up their confidence, Gidget would be a wonderful choice! You could make a huge difference for a sweet little lady who very much wants to trust and love. Please send applications for Gidget to email@example.com; ; *Former foster notes* 6/11/15 Gidget and Tink are sweet girls. They are timid and need time to trust people butThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Molly is a big happy girl! She loves people and gets along well with other dogs. She can sometimes start off with some dominant style playing at first that may spook the more timid, but she IS just playing and wants to be friends. Molly had been spotted in Garberville as a stray for over two weeks but no one took her in. One young man had learned that she had found herself with a local who had his rights to have animals revoked in the past. Worried for her safety, he was able to convince the man to give Molly up. In the two days that the young man had her, she was friendly and playful with his older female pup and although she showed interest in chasing the outdoor cats if they ran, her attention could be called away and he did not personally think that she meant them any real harm. He was about to leave town and asked if we would please take her even temporarily, but ideally until a home could be found. When she was found she had been spayed in the weeks prior and still had stitches in place. We tried our best to do detective work to find her last family but sadly have not been able to do so. ; Molly will make someone a lovely companion. She is large, but not a brute. She is active but not hyper. She is outgoing and friendly, but not over pushy or needy for attention. She has lived in the country, but we feel she is confident and even tempered enough for city life. She could use some work on learning not to pull on the leash but all in all, Molly is a great dog who is ready for the next chapter in her life! Please send applications for Molly to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Courtesy posting for Kady, who is looking for a great forever home! See below for contact info. ; A few of us at Milo met Cady and she truly is a very sweet, happy, social and affectionate dog. A good walking companion and all around sweetheart. She's been bounced around - yet she seems quite happy. Very used to living with the elderly - but quite fine for a home with kids we imagine as well. A dog door makes for a very good living situation for her. (Her current home has sliding glass doors and such and not able to have a dog door.); Previous owner before my aunt died and my aunt adopted her. Vet thinks she is 8-10 years old, has enlarged heart but great energy. She is used to a dog door and has trouble holding pee unless has access to yard then she will not pee in the house.' ; Please e-mail me at email@example.com if interestedThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Courtesy posting for Lily, who is looking for a great forever home! See below for contact info. ; ; My name is Lily and I am looking for a loving home. My foster parents have other cats, and I am so afraid of other cats that I just can?t relax here. I need to be an only kitty, so that my personality can really shine. ; ; A bit about me: ; I am a little girl, about 4 years old. I am nearly all black, except for a couple of white spots on my tummy (which I enjoy having rubbed, once I am comfortable with you). I am shy when I first meet people. When I get to know them though, I am so affectionate and playful! ; ; Note from foster mom: Before we took Lily in, she was living for almost two years with another cat who was very aggressive toward Lily, and we think she has a sort of PTSD with regards to other cats now. She is still frightened of our cats even after being with us for several months. We have to keep her in our guest room, separated from the others, so she stays calm. She is very sweet and affectionate with both me and my husband. We just know she will make a lovely companion for someone who only wants one cat! Currently, we feel like she is a little princess locked away in a fairytale tower, waiting for true love to come and take her home.' ; Please contact Kirsten Coeur at email@example.com or 808-561-4364This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Courtesy posting for Brady is looking for a great forever home! See below for contact info. ; Brady is a great guy with people; he's smart and affectionate and gentle. He learns commands quickly and is eager to please. He's been living in a household with teenage children and has put up with a lot of rough housing from kids and he's never had a problem with it. He's about eight years old and neutered. He is toilet trained and knows basic commands. ; ; Brady has some behavioral issues when it comes to other dogs. He gets very stimulated when he sees another dog and barks and acts aggressively. However once he is walking beside another dog for awhile he calms down and mostly ignores them. He was recently evaluated with another German Shepherd dog and did really well showing no aggression. He can't be trusted around small dogs, but could live with another dog his size. He seems to be fine with cats. ; Brady would be a great dog in a home with no other dogs or other dogs his size. He just needs some firm training and consistent attention to deal with his barking in the house and on walks. ; ; We are urgently looking for a permanent home or foster situation for Brady. We are willing to contribute financially to Brady's care. ; ; If you are interested in Brady please contact Andy Dale at 510-815-4110 or at email@example.com'This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Reagan is one of the younger cats of a large group that came to the sanctuary after their caretaker passed away. She is shy and not yet ready to be held, but does love to be pet in a calm environment and will even lean into your hand for more. Reagan is warming up more and more all the time. If you are interested in fostering a shy kitty, we may have great candidates to choose from which could help them to become more adoptable. Young children may be too much for this group, but they could blossom in a quite adult home.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header SANCTUARY UPDATE 8/25/15: Django is beautiful and intelligent boy who is looking for the right family to give him love and guidance. He has shown himself to be a happy and loving dog but not being settled into a home has caused him to have some caution in new situations recently. He is a very nice dog who does need some stability, continued socialization and training to have him be on the right track! He is a very intelligent dog and with the right people to guide him he will be a great addition to the right family. This boy has been bounced around many times in his young life and he very much wants to find a forever family! We are not ruling out that he may be able to have any canine friends, but we would not recommend him for a home where dog parks and social interactions were imperative as he has initiated altercations with other dogs before coming to the sanctuary. He is alpha with other dogs, but may get along with some females. The ideal home for Django would be with loving and experienced folks who can help to guide this young sweet boy to help him settle into the great dog he is! If you are interested in discussing setting up an appointment to meet with Django,; ; *Return notes* 3/20/15 Django is a handsome male Retriever/Shepherd mix who is estimated to be a little over a year old. He is a sweet, intelligent boy who is looking for a forever home that will give him plenty of love and attention.; He is very sweet with a lot of puppy-like, happy energy, though he is also capable of being mellow, especially indoors. One of his favorite activities is to sit by the window and contemplate the outdoor scene (without barking!) He also loves to romp in the living room with his many toys and is learning to catch them in midair (to the accompaniment of great cheering from us). He also enjoys a good game of hide-and-seek. He is house trained and is exceptionally good indoors. He learns his boundaries quickly, doesn?t chew, climb on furniture, or root thrThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Buddy is a housetrained, non-destructive boy who is looking for a quiet, more rural home to call his own. When we initially met buddy he was a very friendly and sweet boy with all people. Although he remained this way with his adoptive family and most people that he met, he did developed some issues with strangers making unexpected movements and on three occasions reacted by snapping when startled. He also became somewhat protective of his home, barking when visitors would come by, so he would do best in a home where he could have some slow introductions with treats, or spend some time in the other room, when it was known that folks were stopping in. Buddy got along well with the children in his family, and gets along well with other dogs. He does prefer the company of dogs that will give him some space, rather than jump all over him and force him to interact. Buddy is looking for a special home, that will be happy to have him snuggle in with his family, rather than have to be a social butterfly. ; UPDATE: We have found during his time with us, that Buddy is reactive when meeting new people when it is not inside. It is not just with meeting through a fence, as he also does not seem to take to them if going for a walk, getting treats etc. He will easily meet anyone when it is inside our main building however! As this was not an issue of his in the past, it might not carry over to a home environment, but he really should be in a rural and low key home either way. We have also found that Buddy can be reactive towards other dogs, especially if they are both at the fence together when something exciting is happening on the other side. We have found that he does not seem to actively enjoy the company of other dogs, but will tolerate dogs that are very mellow and uninterested in him. He is a cuddly love bug with the whole staff, he just needs the right introductions.; To meet Buddy, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header This sweet boy is back at Milo after being in a home for three months. *Adoption Return Notes* 10/25/14 He needs to run so walks are a must, loves to chew especially on blankets. Fetches a ball and anything else thrown.' ; Best suited for a family with older, active kids who love and respect their dog, he is an enthusiastic little guy!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Niko is a beautiful and friendly boy who is looking for a stable and loving home! He is good with other dogs and is cuddly, outgoing and sweet with all people. ; ; Milo rescued Niko from a shelter after he had arrived there clearly having had his tail amputated at home and left untreated. Although we were able to get the infection under control, and he then had surgery to properly dock the tail and stop the pain, he would continue to go after himself. It is not known if he was still doing so because he still had some lingering pain, if he was doing it out of habit, or if perhaps it it was even something that he did from anxiety and the reason that his original family tried to remove his tail. ; In any event, what we DO know is that since being transferred up to the sanctuary, the imaginary tail chasing has stopped! We have weaned him off of all medications, and he is doing just wonderfully well! We all love Niko and feel that it is possible that being in the country could be the difference for him and that the city may have been too much and causing stress, but we will be taking him on a trip to town to see how he feels and if he displays the behavior, as we have only seen it once in the 8mo that he has been with us.; If you have a country home and are looking for a very sweet, responsive and wonderful companion, please send questionnaires to firstname.lastname@example.com , and if you live in a less rural area but are interested in him, please do let us know and we can plan his field trip to town sooner than later!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header This girls name is Lady. She is a very special girl to Milo staff and we want the perfect home for her which we know is out there. She was adopted out as a puppy to a home where she ended up being aggressive towards strangers. Since she has been at Milo she has become the staff's special girl. Everyday she does better and better with new people. Her biggest issue is when you look into her eyes (which can be a sign of you challenging a dog). Lady is super dog friendly, great with big or small dogs. She is house trained, knows sit/lay/stay/shake. She loves treats and loves to cuddle. ; The home we are looking for her would be an adult home with no kids or adult kids. One that doesn't mind a small challenge but will be the boss she needs in a home. She has great potential to be a great dog.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: Oliver is now waiting for a home here at the sanctuary in Willits. He would be best in a rural home as he does like to chase this with wheels, ie skateboards, bikes etc. He would also do best in an adult only home. Oliver gets along very well with the staff, but does need a brief warming up period before he feels he can fully trust them. One game of fetch with usually seal the deal for this pretty boy. ; Original Bio: Oliver is a sweet boy with high energy and he loves human attention. Oliver loves to have a ?job,? whether it?s running beside his human, or playing fetch with balls or Frisbees. He likes to play in fields or in the water with his dog friends. Ollie is a herding dog and has some anxiety, particularly around children and bicycles. He should be in an adult home with a human who can provide strong leadership. Oliver is VERY obedient and has great recall to his name. He is also crate-trained, which helps a lot with his anxiety. Ollie?s current owner adopted him from Milo as a 6 month old, and has given him a ton of love and training, but is in a graduate program that requires her to travel frequently, and she?s now not able to give him what he needs. Oliver is looking for a stable, loving home with people who can give him lots of attention and exercise.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Beauty went up to the Milo Sanctuary for a break in September of 2014 - and is still actively looking for a home! She is an active dog. Beauty is a cool dog in many ways - just needs a dog savvy home.; ; Beauty is a delightful dog. She passed all temperament tests with flying colors. She is wonderful with kids, and people of all ages, and terrific with most all other dogs. She is playful, yet calm on leash, and attentive, listening and wanting to please. She does need some regular exercise, ongoing socialization, and some training but she is attentive and wants to please. Affectionate sweetheart of a dog. She can be sensitive and can get nervous in new situations, but with some kind guidance she comes right back out of her shell! ; ; NO CATS in the home for Beauty! This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: Ben (or Gentle Ben) fully lives up to his name with those he knows and trusts. He is sweet and cuddly and will self entertain with toys, and look adorable while doing so. Ben is just as sweet as pie, but he can be overprotective and uncomfortable with strangers in his home. Ben was ill when Milo first rescued him and nursed him back to health and it seems that he had a very rough start in life, but was extremely sweet in spite of it all. Once he found a loving adopter and a safe home, he misguidedly felt that he needed to protect it, even from visiting friends. His adopter loved him but her home had visitors regularly and she could not keep him and he came to stay with us at the sanctuary where he is waiting for someone that lives a quiet life to come and fall in love with him, and teach him that he does not have to be the protector and that they will keep HIM safe, not the other way around. We would recommend him for a home with either a non-alpha dog or as a single dog, and would not recommend him for dog parks at this time. Please send interest in fostering or adopting Ben to firstname.lastname@example.com; Past Adopter Notes prior to coming to the sanctuary: Ben is a sweat heart who loves car rides and walks both on and off leash. He loves playing with other dogs but can get rough with his play. He loves playing fetch and his favorite thing to do is swimming to get his ball! ; He is very good around people and kids when in neutral places, but gets territorial around the house, and ends up barking and growling at visitors.; He will most benefit from a family that has older kids (teenagers and older) and humans who have time to work with him on his manners.'; Volunteer notes: ; Walking Ben is a pleasure. He's a gentlemanly, well mannered, calm dog who's been non reactive to situations that would trigger most canines. We walk past a group of yappy small dogs, a yard full of cats, pens with quacking ducks, goats and a pasture where ouThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header *Foster Update* 10/11/14 friendly, cuddly, knows his limits. good single cat in adult only household.' ; Tobias is very sweet. He loves attention from people and will talk to you until you say hi. He can be demanding with his want for affection and will usually hop up in your lap. Tobias seems to get overstimulated after about 10 minutes of attention, likely from being played with too roughly as a kitten. ; A few notes from our volunteers, 'TOBIAS is a handsome black cat medium large with orange eyes. He comes over to me at once and jump up in my lap where he snuggles. Clearly a very civilized guy. While he sits there he likes to groom my hands and look at me. Then he enjoys being massaged in return. An extremely gentle cat. The minute I come in he is in my lap staring up at me with those huge gold eyes. A classic black cat (with a tiny bit of white on the chest) who will truly fit right into a loving home as he has clearly had one in the past. He will not get out of my lap even when I try to get up!'This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary notes: Chloe has shown that she has barrier aggression towards people, and is not good with most dogs so the ideal home for her would be in a rural setting as an only pet, where she would not have strangers passing her yard on a regular basis. She is doing much better with her fence re-activeness, and we feel that she would do very well in the right quiet home. ; *Previous Adoption Return Notes* 4/16/14 Chloe is the sweetest most loving dog I have met. She is great with people and kids, although she is not so great with other dogs. She will do best in a loving environment with people and attention but without other animals (no kitties either). She loves to snuggle and just sit next to you. She has been an indoor dog. She has her hyper moments (she is very interested in planes and motorcycles) but is also more than happy to relax the day away. She has been to puppy school and has been professionally trained as well.' She is good with some dogs but not all. ; She is spending some time up at the sanctuary so if interested in her please e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Please read Nathan's full bio before applying:; As many may remember from our fundraising efforts, Milo rescued Nathan and covered the vet bills for his very costly hip surgery. This was largely in thanks to the support of our wonderful community! This handsome man has recovered beautifully from his surgery and is now ready for a special home of his own! ; As Nathan was healing, but still very uncomfortable, he had a couple of instances where he acted out to staff members when things were not to his liking. For this reason he came up to the sanctuary in Willits to finish his recovery and to better evaluate which type of home would best suit him. What we have here noted with Nathan is that he is a happy, active and outgoing dog who is eager to interact with people and is good with other dogs, but only when resource guarding is not an issue. ; He has shown us that he does have a lack in bite inhibition so should go to a home with dog savvy adults only. This lack often comes from a puppy not being fully handled all over or taught that they should not own' objects etc. These things are important in order for a pup to grow into a well rounded adult. Nathan was getting along well with our Coonhound Sally, albeit a bit guarded at first. Unfortunately Nathan then reacted badly towards her both over food and secondly over not wanting to share the water bowl. In the first case he did re-direct when a staff member tried to physically remove him from the bowl he had decided should rightfully be his. He did not injure her, but this did show us that he needs help establishing boundaries. ; We feel that Nathan has great potential as a loving friend and companion, granted that he is with a family that will safely and kindly teach him that he can give up control without negative results, and that in fact he will be much happier if he can do so. He truly is an otherwise loving and attentive boy who just needs to understand and settle into his place in the world. He would nThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Digoi has sadly made his way back to Milo. He came from a home with a man and so here at Milo he is unsure of some women but mostly men.. so far... He seems to be fully crate trained and thinks he should be a lap dog. Diogi still plays like a pup and is really good at playing fetch. He is still getting used to being here but would love a small family with older kids (older than 12).This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Monty is a scruffy, handsome man who is looking for a low key home! He is extremely sweet, knows and follows several commands and is great with other dogs. Monty was adopted from us as a young pup, but once he was in his new home in the city, it became apparent that he lacked confidence and was fearful of all the strangers and sounds and passing vehicles. His family tried to get him to adjust, but ultimately felt that it was not fair to him to expect him to live such a social life. In general he would shy away when strangers approached, but at home he would bark at strangers who would enter. Out in the world he would try to scare away the offending wheeled objects that came toward him. He was wonderfully loving with his family, but the rest of city living was making him very unhappy. He was cuddly and sweet with the sanctuary staff very quickly after coming back, even those he had not known as a baby. This lets us know that with continued friendly and gentle introductions to all new folks, Monty will very likely let go of most of his fear. The best way that we found to do this was by simply taking a walk with the new person and then handing them the leash with some delicious treats. This would of course work best in a rural setting. ; Monty really is a delightful, highly bonding and eager to please boy, who is looking for a family that can offer him a lower stress environment while he continues to build his confidence. He plays beautifully with other dogs, but does show too much interest in chasing kitties to live with them comfortably. Monty is currently waiting for his new family at the Sanctuary. He does seem to thrive with country living, but would love to be in a home again. Preferably one where he could run and play with a doggy friend, and cuddle up with his family at night. If you are interested in fostering or adopting this adorable and loving dog, contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com. We can set a time for you to come and take a walk with him anThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Cece went up to our sanctuary for now.; ; Cece is an alpha girl that is for sure. Fine as an only dog - fine with cats, okay with a small dog that is not an instigator or challenge too, but simplest to say she is great as an only dog with exercise needs etc - she can go to dog parks and on trails, be around dogs - but needs a handler who can be aware of her alpha tendencies and act accordingly - she will do anything for the ball and follow her person anywhere.... She is strong on leash - but with proper activity levels and lots of ball time (she is the absolute best ball dog, dropping it at your feet every time - and, she's fast!) She is fine and will follow her person / her ball/chuck-it anywhere! She loves riding in the car and is an affectionate companion.; ; Cece is a good dog looking for a great home! She doesn't do well with Veterinary restraint', i.e. blood draws and such. She doesn't like being held down, or approached from the rear. For these reasons we are suggesting an adult, dog-savvy, active home for her.; ; Previous foster notes: 'We've only had Cece a short time, but so far she has been wonderfully sweet and affectionate. She is very approachable and trusting around people and other dogs, no food-aggressive or destructive tendencies observed, and she has previously been around cats with no reported issues. More than anything else, she loves to play ball and will try to engage anyone who can give her some attention. Able to catch a ball mid-air, she will bring it right back to your feet for another throw. A beautiful girl with distinctive markings and an athletic build, she will be best suited for an active household or family that can provide her with a daily routine.'This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Ernie and his brother Bert came to us from a shelter in Sacramento. They are sweet and happy boys who we would feel comfortable adopting out separately. Ernie is initially a bit shy/nervous in new situations, but once he warms up to you he is a gentle sweet heart who looks into your eyes in such a way that it will melt your heart. When we first met them, Ernie was nervous about being handled by strangers, but did not react by trying to bite. He was just obviously frightened. Unfortunately for some reason, he was very fearful of one of the staff members and would bark and carry on when he tried to approach him. He has since won him over and we are thinking that he may have reminded him of someone in his past. He is a very nice boy, who would do best in a low key home with lots of love and playtime. Ernie will follow his brothers lead, which can sometimes get him into trouble as Bert is the more confident/goofy oh my god, whats that!' kind of guy. Bert didn't like the new pen that we moved them to, so he decided to dig out and go for a run..for almost two days. We have lots of bunnies in the area and we believe Bert gave Ernie a run for his money trying to keep up so as not to be left alone. Ernie was pretty tired and sore when we found them, but Bert looked just as happy as could be! They were not far from the property, and had likely tried to make their way back, but found themselves in unfamiliar mountains at night.We would recommend a secure fence if they were to be left alone in a new place, to make sure that they do not get hurt! Please send interest in fostering or adopting either of the boys to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Bert and his brother Ernie came to us from a shelter in Sacramento. They are energetic and happy older boys who we would feel comfortable adopting out separately or together. Bert is more confidant and outgoing, while Ernie can be a shy and initially un-trusting of new people and situations. Bert is pretty much an active goofy guy who loves life. He does not seem to have been taught any commands, so he needs work on recall etc. Once he knows you Ernie makes excellent eye contact. Bert is more happy-go-lucky and can get distracted easily. He would do very well with treat training as he is food motivated. They do not need to keep their names as they were given to them at the shelter that we pulled them from, and they do not seem to respond to them. These boys were strays, and sadly no one came to claim them. Their time was up and the kind volunteers put out a request for us to save them. Bert and Ernie strike us as dogs that may have been yard dogs, and need to be shown that there is a whole world out there full of exciting and fun things, and how to respond to them appropriately. Because they do need training etc, we think these two could possibly do better if adopted separately.We would recommend a secure fence if they were to be left alone in a new place, to make sure that they do not get out as they did not like the more private pen that we moved them to, and decided to dig out and go for a run, giving us quite a scare! Berty does show a prey drive towards rabbits and likes to give chase, so we think they got turned around and lost in the unfamiliar mountains at night. They were gone for over 24 hrs until a staff member found them trotting along a road on the outskirts of the sanctuary. They slept for almost a whole day after and although Ernie was very sore, Bert acted like nothing had happened! Please send interest in fostering or adopting either of these handsome boys to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Prior Adopter's Bio: This is Bodie, a 75 pound handsome mutt (mix of various breeds: boxer, lab, husky, beagle?). He was adopted from Milo at 5 months of age and was a well-loved part of the family for 6 1/2 years. With the new addition of a baby (now toddler) in the house, it's become clear that he needs to be in a child-free home. He can not share a home with another animal, either. Otherwise, his positive attributes are too many to list! He responds well to voice commands and is trustworthy at home when left alone. He loves a walk everyday, and has a blast when able to run off leash in open areas. He is very fun to adventure with, and can be quite playful and silly. ; Bodie loves people and would be a wonderful companion for an adult only home as an only pet. Please consider him if you are; looking for a special addition to your life. He is a catch!' This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header *FOSTER UPDATE* Chico is a total lovebug once he feels like he can trust you. Wherever you are, that's where he wants to be, just cuddled up by your side. Watching him slowly change with us over the last week from a scared dog who never wagged his tail the first 4 days, to a few days ago him beginning to do a little happy dance when we would walk through the front door and climbing in bed with us to cuddle at night has really been rewarding. We think over time with a lot of patience, training, trust and love Chico will be a great companion. We think he would do best in a home with an older person looking for a low energy life buddy. Maybe someone who is retired, has no other pets or children, and who lives in a nice quiet neighborhood. Someone who has a big heart with the time and patience to dedicate to Chico and help to love and nurture him into the wonderful dog we know he can be.' ; Chico is a sweet fellow! Eager to please and he likes other dogs, a people pleaser and a cheerful, well mannered gentleman! Chico has an adorable happy dance that he does whenever he sees someone he recognizes, and really enjoys running around with the other dogs in the yard. He likes to jump up into laps for pets when he gets the chance, too. Chico can't wait to meet you and become a part of a family!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header UPDATE: This adorable boy does unfortunately continue to have trouble controlling when he goes potty, and likely will for life, although it had gotten MUCH better in his time with us!! He is an absolute doll once he trusts you, but earning his trust does take a little time. If you are willing to allow him the time needed to get there, he does not disappoint! He is a funny and sweet little man, and still does great with other dogs. He knows and loves the staff here at the sanctuary, but he would LOVE to be in a home! (adult only preferred given his discomfort) His family will need to be willing to work around his bathroom problems, and also understand that he would need continued socialization and is not comfortable being handled by new people until he trusts them. ; He really is a nice little boy(14lbs) who is waiting for his special person to fall in love with him, as we all have. If you have thought of taking on a special needs little one, who will love you unconditionally once you have bonded, and feel that you can make do with small potty accidents that are beyond his control, please do let us know, and we would love to introduce you. ; As we are committed to caring for him until this wonderful home can be found, please do contact us if you would like to offer sponsorship for his care while with us. We have MANY wonderful animals that need love and support while they wait, and your donations help us to ensure that we can give them the best care possible and ensure the longevity of the sanctuary! ; ; Original Bio: Adorable little guy, he gets along with other dogs very well, and has learned to trust people again. He has the sweetest personality and the cutest little bark that comes out rarely. He has no problem being bathed and shakes it off like no other.; We are having him checked out at our vet, to see if his hips are okay. He has shown symptoms of sensitivity, and we want to make sure he is okay to go to his forever home...; Cash is going toThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header What a beautiful, active and happy girl! Nakita is all smiles and absolutely loves people. ; She is a loving girl looking for a breed-savvy adopter. She gets along nicely with all people and some friendly male dogs, but no females or dog parks for this pretty girl as she would likely get herself into some sticky situations with the other strong ladies there. She does NOT do well when meeting dogs through a barrier or on leash, but with proper direction this could possibly improve. Her ideal adopter would either have experience with leash reactive dogs or would be prepared to work with trainers to help her react more appropriately when seeing other dogs on leash. She lives with a male dog currently and gets along with him very well. She does, however, believe all the food in the world is hers and while she doesn't act aggressively with people or dogs regarding food, she has no problem taking food that doesn't belong to her and will happily knock them over to make this a reality. For this reason she does need to be separated from other dogs during feeding time and should never be free fed' ; Nakita's previous owners mentioned she could be quite the escape artist as she is very good at jumping fences, because of this she is in need of a home that has very good fencing and owners with the ability to get her the mental stimulation, and physical activity a smart energetic girl like her needs. However, she has not tried or been able to escape from our six foot fences here at the Sanctuary. ; It is very easy to fall in love with her beautiful face and completely charming personality, but before applying please do stop to think if you would be able to give her the exercise and training that she would need in order to reach her full potential. She needs someone who is comfortable with taking the lead. Someone who will love her and always treat her compassionately, but will set very clear and consistent rules, which they are willing to stick to when she decides to tThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Please read Cassie's full bio before applying. ; Cassie is a house trained, openly friendly girl, who rides well in the car, and gets along with other dogs. She is an active and happy girl, but has had some trouble in the past with adjusting to new people coming into the home, once she feels bonded with her family. We have not seen this behavior at all here at the sanctuary, and we have known her for quite some time now, but we do want to let adopters know this, as the behavior did cost her the family she was misguidedly trying to protect. This never happened while out and about in public, and in these situations she is very well mannered and social. We are looking for an adult home for Cassie, with folks who will be willing to work on this issue should it arise again. She really is highly bonding, cuddly and slightly goofy girl. In her next home she will however need someone to teach her that they do not need her to protect them from the dangers' of visiting friends, or to go settle in a different room when they have visitors.; Cassies original bio, before she was returned for nipping a stranger inside her home: Social, nicely mannered, great in the car, great in a crate, good on leash, great with other dogs, though not a submissive dog. Cassie (formerly Cayenne) is spicy, and she can move, but she is a good family dog, friendly and happy, and eager to have a home!; She is smart, agile, sweet, and definitely part Husky! She needs a well fenced yard. She will need to bond well before going off leash, but she is smart and people social, and very good! Great with other dogs - but not a pushover. A terrific dog. Not for the faint of heart, or first timers necessarily. She is house-trained and well mannered.; If you would like to learn more about this very loving girl who craves another chance at a forever home, please send applications to firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sally is a very happy and social girl with those that she knows and trusts, but can be fearful of being approached by strange men on the street and in the home. She has made close male friends during her stay at the sanctuary, but could possibly be a little reactive in a more hectic environment or with a man whom she did not take to. She truly is a sweet and loving dog, but because she does have some fear issues, we are looking for a rural, predictable and adult only home for her. Sally gets along well with friendly male dogs but does not get along well with females; No kitties for Sally please. Sally is a highly bonding girl, who connects with woman faster then men and can become possessive over them. Once you know this beautiful girl it is hard to believe that she is anything but a wiggly, lovely dog and in the right home she will shine! Please do note that she IS a hound and has the voice to prove it 🙂 She is waiting here at the sanctuary in Willits until her forever family or person finds her. We are hoping she will not have to wait much longer. Please send applications to email@example.com. Below is her original bio from Milo Marin: ; ; Hi my name is Sally! I am a young HOUUUNNNDDDD as people like to say! I have had a rough beginning, and I seem to have held on to my past a little too much. I need that special person (better yet people!) to show me that new people aren't as scary as they seem. Especially those little ones, I just get a bit nervous around them! Now that you know I can be a bit nervous at times, here comes the good stuff. I LOVE walks/runs/trails (you name it I will be ready to tackle it with you), and treats are my favorite. I am excellent at the game keep away with my toys. I am quite the snuggler, don't let my size fool you. I also like to follow my person from room to room and when you are sitting down somewhere, most of the time find me on your feet. I am very loyal and devoted to my person! I would probably do best in aThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Hermes was adopted from Milo as a pup, but sadly had to be returned to Milo, as he developed fear based aggression towards strangers, and his family did not feel confident that they could offer him a lifestyle that would avoid situations where problems could arise. Hermes is fully house trained, and knows and follows several verbal commands. He was very loving and affectionate towards his family, including the young children in the home, but would get very nervous when new adults or children would come by the house, or when encountering them on walks. ; As is common in dogs with confidence issues, he is particularly fearful of large men. He has successfully lived with two alpha female dogs, but needs proper introductions to any new dog friend, as he can be very picky about which dogs he is comfortable with as well. Hermes is a beautiful, interactive, and very closely bonding dog, who will do best in a rural home, with an adult family that is herding breed-savvy, and who is capable of working with or around his fear and protectiveness of his home and family. It did not take long at all for Hermes to warm up to sanctuary staff, including the male staff members, and it is very clear to us that under his initial insecurity, he is a sincerely wonderful boy, who will be a deeply loyal and loving companion to someone with a predictable country lifestyle. Hermes family has sent us a very detailed account of his routines, likes, dislikes, etc, so that the information can be passed on to potential adopters. ; Please send applications to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: Bruce is just an amazing and loving dog, but he does have some trust issues with being handled by strangers. He is an extremely bonding and cuddly boy, but he does need time to build that friendship initially. He prefers for new people to let him come up and say hi, stiff and maybe even lean into them affectionately, but would prefer that they keep their hands to themselves. He does show when he is uncomfortable by doing a lip curl, and if people are respectful of this he opens back up again. It does take several interactions with Bruce before he lets his guard down and trusts someone, but with Bruce, once you're in you're in! Bruce is just a gem of a dog, and will make an amazing and loyal companion for someone that lives a low key, predictable and rural life. He listens extremely well and is very eager to please his friends and loved ones. He would not be best suited for a city environment given that he is unsure of new people and needs the time to bond before being his regular wonderful and cuddly self. ; Former Bio:; Bruce is a handsome chunk of love! He is an active boy who loves long walks and hikes, as well as plenty of love and stimulation to burn off some of that border collie energy! He is an extremely intelligent dog with great potential. He listens well and is eager to please. He can be pretty mouthy when playing but has no intention of biting. In fact, he does a funny lip curl when he's playing, which can make him took a bit ferocious. But, don't worry, its all a front to make him look tough! He gets along well with other dogs, but can be a bit macho with some male dogs. Bruce can be uncomfortable if handled by strangers before getting to know them, so for this reason we would prefer a home without young children while he builds his confidence. If you are looking for a active sweetheart, and preferably have experience with herding breeds, BRUCE IS YOUR MAN!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Neo is a delightful little firecracker! He is a very happy and energetic guy who would love lots of playtime, snuggles and continued training. Milo pulled Neo from a shelter on his very last day, with the order destroy and dispose' on his paperwork! He was a stray that no one came to collect, so we gave him a new name for a new start in life. Neo is extremely sweet and loves to be with people, he is friendly and happy to meet everyone! Neo does very well with holding his potty and during his time at the sanctuary we have taught him to settle into a crate as well. Although he initially did not like them one bit, he now associates them with positive things only and will quickly run to jump into his crate and wait for a treat/dinner.Neo would do best in a home where he was not left alone for long extended hours and where he could be someones happy little sidekick. A ranch could be the ideal type of home for him however he would like to come inside along with the family. He is a very bonding and interactive dog who would likely do best in a home with another dog and or regular exercise if he were to be left alone, as he does get lonely. . Neo is very eager to please and should be a quick study with obedience training! This is a smart,sweet and energetic dog,all in one little 30lb package! Neo will make the right family, VERY happy! ; Sanctuary Update: ; Neo has lived with MULTIPLE dogs while here at the sanctuary, (of different sizes and genders) and has gotten along with them completely fine, but we do know that the other dogs should just not be super alpha or overly submissive. He has shown himself to be quite leash reactive to other dogs and is therefore looking for a certain home that will work with him on this, or where this would not be an issue. He gets along well with dogs otherwise, as long as no one is on a leash. He is just a little guy but prefers to be the alpha dog, so prefers to be friends with dogs who are comfortable with themselves, don'tThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header CHASE is currently at the Milo sanctuary near Willits. If interested, please send an application to email@example.com.; ; Chase is a tall, lanky and happy guy! He was feeling very cooped up in the kennel from the shelter we rescued him from, as any big adolescent would, but is showing himself to be a lovely boy here at the sanctuary. He is a very sweet boy but is big and goofy and would benefit from some formal training. He gets along beautifully with the young female dog that he is with currently, but has had some trouble with other dogs. This has mostly been with alpha males. We would not recommend him for a dog park at this time, but if you do have another dog we would be happy to have the two of them meet to see if they could be friends. ; Chase is always happy to see us and will sit beautifully before eating without having to be asked, but does like to jump up for hugs. All in all he is a great boy who is loving and eager to please. He is looking for an active family who will work on the training that he missed out on growing up in multiple shelters. If you would like to foster/adopt Chase, please contact us at email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Izzy is an outgoing pretty girl who was adopted out with one of her puppies but both were sadly returned. Her pup was re-adopted, and now Izzy is ready for her new home. Izzy is very sweet ,loving and responsive with people. While she was in a foster home we found out that she was great with children, but should likely not live with cats or other small animals. She can be picky about her doggy friends so would not likely do well in a dog park situation but would happily play with another dog in the home if their personalities meshed well. She was great friends with large male pointer here at the sanctuary until he found a home, but she has shown herself to have alpha tendencies with some others. Please contact the sanctuary to make an appointment to meet this little lady.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Buster is a large and muscular brindle mix. He came to us with his sister Bonita. He can be fearful of new people, especially men. He is VERY sweet and loving to those that he trusts and many times is great with people right of the bat. He would need a quiet home outside of the city. He gets along well with his sister but should likely not live with smaller dogs or cats. Please contact us if you would like to learn more about either sibling. firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Bonita is very sweet and Goofy with those that she knows and if introduced properly to new people. She came in with her brother as adults who were very frightened of new situations. She is adoptable to a low key home with people who are patient and who understand that she would prefer a predictable loving home without a lot of chaos. She gets along well with her brother, who may be going to a new home, but do not know yet if she will be just as happy living with other dogs. ; We are open to introductions. Please send application to firstname.lastname@example.com for more information on this fine and funny lady!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Please read this pretty girl's full bio below, but note that she would do best in a home without unannounced guests popping in, and a loving small family. ; Ivy has never shown any aggression towards children, but has fear-based aggression toward adults that she does not know. She has lived with children in the past and was wonderful with them, but because she has such a distrust of strangers she would need a controlled environment where neighborhood children and friends were not visiting the home just in case she misunderstood their intentions. She really does need a home with someone that lives a relaxed, loving and secluded lifestyle. Ivy has taken her distrust of strangers to the point where she has in fact bitten people who were not introduced to her in the way that we have found works best. She has been adopted and returned before because she just would not warm up to certain family members that had not been introduced to her by us, and although her new parents loved her, they could not trust her not to react towards there adult son and friends. For this reason Ivy needs to be in a fully predictable environment, where she feels safe with adults that know how to help her through this. Once you get to know this girl, it is extremely difficult to picture her being anything but the intelligent, gentle little angle dancing about in front of you and we would love a home for her where she can be herself at all times without having to feel that she is on guard.; She is wholeheartedly trusting and playful with those that she knows, but each new introduction needs to be done during a planned walk with respect , and her potential for fear based restrictiveness in mind, until she learns to trust. She is a fantastic, loving and eager to please dog, but shows this only to people that she has decided were safe. She would prefer at this point in her young life not to live in a bustling city environment, or to have house cleaners and pool boys stopping by. She would beThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Mia is an active, attentive, playful and happy dog! Mia can get along very well with some male dogs, but she is an alpha little girl and would not do well with another female. Mia is smart and attentive, loyal and loving! She is a very pretty girl who would be a great choice as either an only dog, or living with a male she respects ad enjoys in a home where visiting dog parks etc would not be necessary. Please send applications to foster or adopt the lovely Mia to firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Volunteers Notes, By Elle:; ; Mort r is a medium sized, gorgeous girl with stunning green eyes and a striking silver coat with blonde accents. Her exceptional good looks pared with her sweet playful personality make her a cat house star. She shines as she races about, peeking from around the corner or from behind the sofa. She's very inquisitive with an upbeat, fun style. Although she loves affection and attention she's still a bit shy about receiving it until she gets to know you, so would do better in an adult household that will allow her to warm up and come to them, rather than immediately pursuing her. Once she knows you and is comfortable she blossoms into a lovely companion who's quite entertaining. Mort r gets along well with other respectful cats but would also be happy as an only kitty. She ignored my small cat friendly dog during her stay at my house, but did not like my overbearing terrier. So no high energy, assertive dogs please. Mort r is litter box perfect and uses a cardboard scratcher.'; ; Original Bio: Very pretty, but under socialized girl. She was found under a building at a school near Merced. She was okay being moved from the carrier to her kennel at Milo, so she has been handled somewhat. She may just need someone to give her a little time to adjust to her new surroundings. She came in with her buddy Brick.; (Having been handled more here at the sanctuary, Mortar has quickly become a regular social butterfly! Talkative and sweet, she'll follow you all over the yard looking for attention!)This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: Although this pretty girl is just delightful and sweet as can be once she trusts you, she was not properly socialized when she was younger and will keep her distance at first if given the chance. She does not bark when meeting new people at the sanctuary or act aggressive towards new people here, she just has a difficult time letting her guard down enough to interact. We have worked with this by teaching her that he needs to double tap us on the arm with both feet before eating, and it has helped her come out of her shell immensely. ; Tasha has shown in a foster home that, once she bonded, she became protective over her foster mom when strangers would approach them. This is due to the fact that her person was helping to build her confidence, but she did not yet understand that other people did not mean them harm. For this reason she needs to be in a home without very many visitors, ideally in a rural setting. Of course if her new person was willing and able to work with her on continued socialization, this could ALL change for her! Tasha can not live with cats, and although she gets along extremely well with her large male pen mate, she has had trouble interacting with other dogs. Due to her issues, we do not recommend her for a home with small children.; Original Bio from 2011: One of three beautiful teenage girls - who had two of their brothers come to us the next day - so we got five teenage dorks - who are beautiful and sweet as can be! Athletic and a bit under-socialized....need to catch up on their learning, but they are willing participants. Clearly they were born in a backyard and not allowed inside, and never walked on a leash, nor experienced much of the world, or enough people time!Tasha is the most under-socialized it seems.; ; If you feel that you could work with/around these issues to help this little lady settle into a home of her own, please email application to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: Andy is a loving boy who has good house manners and is more than ready for a family to fall for him! He is eager to please and although he is still an active 7 yr old guy and would love to go for long walks, hikes etc.. he is also happy to cuddle and just spend time with people who love him. Andy is just immediately friendly to all people that he meets and would be a fine choice for a family looking for a loving companion. Andy does need one on one interactions with other dogs as he can come on strong at first and if the dog reacts by freezing, acting alpha or showing body language that he is not comfortable with, he may be reactive. This has mainly been with other males. He currently lives with an alpha female and they get along just fine! He has also lived with submissive and neutral males without any issues, but would not get along with alpha males. He is just not a guy that we would recommend for unexpected face to face meetings or dog parks. He would be best suited as a member of a family where he could meet new doggy friends on one one. Please send applications to meet Andy to firstname.lastname@example.com; ; Original Bio:Andy is an athletic and outgoing guy! Eager to participate and to check out the world. He gets along well with other friendly and outgoing dogs, but would prefer a home without alpha males. Andy is a handsome boy looking for an active home and would equally love to go on hikes and cuddle up for some one on one time with the family. Andy is treat motivated and eager to please so should do very well with any obedience training, such as not jumping up for a hug. Please send interest to firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: Although Lily Bear just adores all people, we have found that she should be an only pet that would not need to visit dog parks etc in order to be a member of a family. She is just AS sweet as can be with people, but she has instigated scraps with many other dogs. We would love to find a home for this little wiggle-butt where she could be your one true love!; ; Lilly Bear is a very active little girl who loves people and to be the center of attention! She likes other dogs but can get a bit upset/ put out if they try to steal her spotlight. We believe once she has a home with lots of love and exercise (and some training) she will settle into herself beautifully. She would make a great companion for someone with an active lifestyle, and would be a great candidate for agility training. Lilly is a wiggly, sweet and happy girl that we would love to see go into a home or foster care soon as she is still quite young and impressionable. (She is even cuter then her picture) Lilly Bear is not good with cats.; Please send interest in meeting Lilly Bear to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Aubin is an extremely intelligent, loyal and purely devoted ranch dog, without a ranch to call her own! Aubin is an very high bonding girl who wants nothing more then to be right by your side. Aubin's dream home would be on a ranch, following her person around for the daily chores and cuddling up with them at night inside a warm house. She gets overstimulated if there is too much happening around her and does not have the ability to free roam and be with you. In these situations, stuck behind a fence or in a kennel, Aubin deals with this with an obsessive habit of tail chasing as an outlet when frustrated. When she is nervous in a new situation she can do the same, so for her own sake she really would do best out side of the city. Aubin is now on a different medication to help to calm her nerves, and she is doing MUCH better already!She really is a very loving girl, who needs someone who will love her just as deeply in return, and provide her with the stable yet unconfined home that she craves and deserves. She can become frightened when handled unexpectedly by strangers, so we would not recommend her to a home with someone who has, or may have young children in the future. We do not feel that she would intentionally try to hurt them, but may nip if handled roughly etc. On a ranch with plenty of space and love to go around, Aubin could live with another dog peacefully, but can get possessive over her food and people when confined in close quarters. She has absolutely impeccable recall and was our free-roaming sanctuary dog for quite some time along with one of our Aussies, during this time her tail chasing started to dissipate and she started to happily settle into herself, yet very unfortunately she started to run along the fence line of the dog yards, causing the dogs with barrier issues to act out aggressively, and we had to make the decision to change the situation for her safety and theirs. During this time Aubin had shown herself to be trustworthy with fThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header UPDATE: Sadly, GINGER has tested positive for Feline Leukemia. She is at the Milo sanctuary now. It is impossible to accurately predict the life expectancy of a cat infected with FeLV. With appropriate care and under ideal conditions, infected cats can remain in apparent good health for many months to several years, although most succumb to a FeLV-related disease within two or three years after becoming infected. We have heard of FELV+ cats living long lives. There is no way to tell for certain. Certainly this young girl deserves a home for her life, however long that may be. YOURS??? ; ; Poor Ginger was adopted as a kitten from the Oakland shelter, and now her adopter is being evicted, and cannot keep her. She is a sweet, affectionate cat. She has been living without other cat since she was adopted at three months of age. ; ; Foster bio: Ginger is a ten-month-old cat with beautiful yellow eyes, soft white fur, and orange rings on her tail. She was surrendered to Milo by someone who adopted her as a young kitten, but had to give her up when their home was lost. She was cautious when she first arrived, but warmed up after a day or two, and enjoys being held and petted. Her fur smells nice, and she grooms herself a lot. She loves chasing the laser pointer, or batting a cat dancer. Generally she is a mellow cat, and not the least bit destructive. She doesn?t claw the furniture, doesn?t extend her claws while she?s being held, and always uses the litter box. In her previous home, she was an only cat, and although she tolerates the other foster cats, she would do best as an only cat in her new home.' **(Now that we know she is FELV+, she will need a home with another FELV+ cat, or as an only cat.***This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Braxton is a handsome ~40 pound, cattledog mix. He is quite the funny character, with an awkward gait due to having had an FHO after he was hit by a car (he was left in the shelter untreated.) He also has a nerve condition in a front leg - and a swallowing disorder for which he now takes two pills a day (down from three) and is doing GREAT! So yes, Braxton is not your average happy-go-lucky dog - but he is a wonderful dog who is truly adoptable and ready for a home!; Braxton gets along well with all female dogs and most males. He would prefer not to live with young alpha male dogs and is looking for a home without strangers dropping in unannounced as he likes to protect his home and family and he can't tell the difference between a pool boy and a robber unless they have been properly introduced as a welcomed friend. He is a great guy who has been through alot and would love a home of his own and a family to play and cuddle with.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Momma cat that came in with 6 kittens. She is a very small framed kitty and very shy. She is probably a bit overwhelmed now that all her kittens have left. But she seems to be a sweet cat deep down, just needs some TLC and time.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Saki is sweet, and submissive once she has settled into a predictable environment, but does have fear of new people and surroundings. She was likely under-socialized when she was younger and as a result she needs a home with people who are willing and able to take everything very slowly with her, and to show her that she does not have to be afraid of the unknown. She would be wonderful as a ranch dog, as she is young, active and social once she feels safe in her environment. We do want to stress however that this will take time, and that every new encounter can be frightening to her. She gets along well with other dogs, but can be alpha so would do best with a dog who would either be neutral, or who would tell her that she was not in charge. As we feel that Saki would have the potential to nip if frightened and confused by fast movements and rough handling, we are looking for an adult only home for her in a rural environment with folks who have land for her to play on. Saki is not a dog who would enjoy walking through crowded streets with loud noises and strangers reaching for her unexpectedly, she is more of a ranch/ country bumpkin type of gal. She really is a loving and sweet girl, who will make the right people/person an amazing companion. We feel that Saki will blossom in a predictable and low key home with someone very patient, loving and understanding. ; Saki was sent to a foster home, but was so frightened in the new environment that she hid under the table the whole first day and was returned before she was able to settle in and gain any confidence. She is a sensitive being who is looking for the same in her new companion. We have not tested Saki with cats but can do so upon request. Please send applications to foster or adopt Saki to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header The sanctuary staff all LOVES Cowboy! Cowboy is a very handsome, VERY intelligent and bonding guy, who is looking for a certain type of country home. He is an active, outwardly friendly dog who loves to play in the water, but he does have issues with being restrained and should not live in a home with children for this reason. Cowboy unfortunately really would need to live in a rural environment as he is a dog that will react if he does not feel comfortable with how he is being handled by people that he does not know well. He was returned for this once and even though we have known Cowboy for quite some time here at the sanctuary and he has bonded with and trusts all the staff, he is still not comfortable with some of the newer staff touching his feet/belly. This is not to say that he does not love affection and will happily lean in for a snuggle and to be pet, but this has to be on his terms without him feeling trapped or forced. He really is an intelligent, highly bonding and affectionate dog, but again he does like to have time to get to know people before he will let down his guard enough to be handled is some ways. We say that he would do best on a ranch because he would likely be happiest hanging out on a property with dog savvy folks who are able to work with/ around his discomfort and where he would not be expected to follow along with the rules and predictability that a dog needs in order to live in a more urban environment with lots of people who don't know or understand how he likes to be handled. Please send inquiries to firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Ollie is extremely smart and knows and follows several commands. He gets along very well with female dogs and most males, but would likely prefer not to live with an alpha male. He is a very interactive and friendly boy who is extremely loving and active. He was adopted by a couple that absolutely adored him, but he started having a problem in the home that they had to admit to themselves that they did not have the experience needed to help him over come it. Ollie was wonderful with people when out of the home, but started showing a relatively common herding breed trait of being uncomfortable with new people entering the home once he was settled in. In this case it was namely the mother to his adopter that he was uncomfortable with and on two occasions did nip at her heels when she came through the door. It was not a serious bite by any stretch, but enough to have the mother say that she would not come to visit while he was still in the home. The couple was heartbroken, but had never had a herding breed dog or worked with an issue like this so they had to make the tough decision to return him to us so that we could find him a better fit. ; Ollie is really a great boy, who is just waiting for a home that will teach him that it is not his job or right to be in control of the comings and goings of guests. He needs to be taught that he does not have to worry and that you have it under control. If you are looking for a highly intelligent, devoted companion and feel that you have a low key home and are ready and willing to help him through this one issue, please send applications to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sweet, happy playful big girl! Not so great with other dogs - initially she could be pushed around by smaller dogs - rolls over if someone comes on too strong - not that she is a submissive wall-flower - she is not. She is a tail wagging social butterfly waiting and wanting the loving home she deserves!; As Roxy went along in foster care she became a problem and dog aggressive --- she is fabulous with people - but needs a strong dog savvy person to train her!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Dodger is a very intelligent, bonding and beautiful dog that has been waiting for a home for far too long! We would love for this sweet boy to find a family of his own. He is loved by the staff and happily greets all new people with a smile and a wagging tail!. Although we have only had him live with female dogs while here, we have not seen him act out aggressively towards any dog in the many years he has been with us at the sanctuary. We were told that before coming here it was thought that he should not live with another male dog but we do not know if this assessment was done shortly after being neutered etc. Dodger has tested extremely well with cats here at the sanctuary several times, and for a short time many years ago did live in a foster home with cats. ; The reason that Dodger has been looked over so many times is that he came to us with some resource guarding issues, but he has come SUCH a long way! We would still recommend an adult only home for Dodger given that what he has learned has not yet been put to test in a bustling/hectic environment with children underfoot. ; Dodgers guarding had mainly been over food but he has on two; occasions shown the potential to be possessive over people when they gave; him attention and then tried to give attention to his friend. Unfortunately both times it happened when people had come with intent to adopt him. He was so happy about the undivided attention he was getting from them, that he tried to correct' them when it stopped and the focus went to greet the other dog in his yard. He did NOT bite anyone, but the air snap in their direction was enough for them to loose interest. We have worked on this and it has not happened again for several years! In a new environment he would need rules from the get go to understand that he is not in charge and that there is plenty of love and food etc to go around and that trying to 'own' either is not acceptable or necessary. We have used a simple technique with planneThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: Maxfield has come a long way with his trust and is a personal favorite of the Sanctuary Manager. He is a very loving boy and highly bonding boy who would love a low key and predictable home of his own. He can get along very well with many dogs and is doing beautifully with meeting and learning to trust new people. It has actually been many years now since he has had any issues and needs only to have his new potential friends give him some time without feeling cornered, and in no time he is giving them hugs. Given that he has bitten in the past, and we know that he needs time and specific introductions, he truly does need a rural home,and we are holding out hope that we will find him that special someone! ; Former Bio: SHOULD THIS FACE BE ON A POSTER OR WHAT!!! Agile MAXFIELD adores water . . . and a jet stream of water from a hose makes him dance and squeal with delight. BUT, he has both predictable and unpredicatable fear responses to sudden approaches by both dogs and humans and lacks bite inhibition. WHY? This very handsome young fellow is recovering from past abuses including major teasing and taunting from kids in the neighborhood where the woman who rescued him lived. So - teenage boys and perhaps men in general are not going to be Maxfield's strong suit or area of comfort for awhile - but he is resilient and already relaxing considerably more compared to his arrival. He has a very smiley appearance and wants to be happy!! ; Maxfield is at the Sanctuary . . . he is hoping to earn a sponsorship!; ; With enough time and space to get acquainted and the ability to observe and freedom of movement, he adjusts quite well - he is also very responsive to commands, and smart! ; ; Maxfield is only suitable for ADULT ONLY homes with very savvy dog handlers, who know and love herding breed types, and who want to take up the challenges of his fear aggression and lack of bite inhibition.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Update: Sasha is a very sweet girl who is the current office dog here at the Milo Sanctuary. She loves people and is good with other larger sized dogs. No little ones for Miss Sasha however. She is happy lounging in a cozy bed, but also does love to go for walks. Mostly she loves getting attention and is a lovely and funny girl. Please send applications to adopt of foster Sasha to firstname.lastname@example.com; Previous Bio:Sasha is a great dog , good energy and very healthy for her years! She does have a prey drive for small animals - which is why she was surrendered to our sanctuary. Good with most full sized dogs, not good with cats, small pets etc.; Sasha gets along with her buddies at the Milo Sanctuary and can have a home with good fencing and where she is not at risk of getting out and harming neighborhood critters.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header HAPPY UPDATE 10/18/16! BETTY AND SNICKERS ARE IN A FOSTER HOME!!! We are all ecstatic about this new hope for these girls!! ; Sanctuary Update: Snickers has recently made great progress with bonding with the staff. We now feel that both she and her sister would be candidates for a very special foster or adoptive home. We do want to stress that these girls would need a very patient ad calm environment as they were dealt a very sad hand in life. They have spent a great deal of their time here at the sanctuary shut down, finding comfort with each other but we have turned a corner with them and they are now finally wagging their tails and bouncing when they see us coming, approaching us for treats and allowing gentle pets. These girls will never be social butterflies, but the fact that we have had such a break through with them gives us a glimmer of hope that they be able to find a special person who will be able to keep the momentum building and earn their trust. They would certainly need a rural and adult only home, and would do best as the only two pets in the home. Betty was formerly the more brave of the two, but Snickers is the one that has recently shown the most progress and is now helping her sister to come out of her shell now more than ever. Please email email@example.com to learn more about adopting or sponsoring these two adorable girls.; Original bio: Snickers and her blonde sister, Betty (our names) were confiscated by the police in Merced County when their owner was put in jail, for a long time.' There were four dogs seized, all under socialized and obviously handled with a heavy hand.... We took these two sweet, shy girls. ; They are dying to feel okay to feel secure, loved and gain trust - we don't want to split them up as of yet - they really help each other and love each other - Betty is the leader of the two, Snickers follows Betty's lead. If you have dreamed about fostering a duo where you big making a huge difference, considerThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header HAPPY UPDATE 10/18/16! BETTY AND SNICKERS ARE IN A FOSTER HOME!!! We are all ecstatic about this new hope for these girls!!; Sanctuary Update: Snickers has recently made great progress with bonding with the staff. We now feel that both she and her sister could be candidates for a VERY special foster or adoptive home. We do want to stress that these girls would need a very patient and calm environment as they were dealt a very sad hand in life. They have spent a great deal of their time here at the sanctuary shut down, finding comfort with each other but we have turned a corner with them and they are now finally wagging their tails and bouncing when they see us coming, approaching us for treats and allowing gentle pets. These girls will never be social butterflies, but the fact that we have had such a break through with them gives us a glimmer of hope that they be able to find a special person who will be able to keep the momentum building and earn their trust. They would certainly need a rural and adult only home, and would do best as the only two pets in the home. Betty was formerly the more brave of the two, but Snickers is the one that has recently shown the most progress and is now helping her sister to come out of her shell now more than ever. Please email firstname.lastname@example.com to learn more about adopting or sponsoring these two adorable girls.; Original bio: Snickers and her blonde sister, Betty (our names) were confiscated by the police in Merced County when their owner was put in jail, for a long time.' There were four dogs seized, all under socialized and obviously handled with a heavy hand.... We took these two sweet, shy girls. ; They are dying to feel okay to feel secure, loved and gain trust - we don't want to split them up as of yet - they really help each other and love each other - Betty is the leader of the two, Snickers follows Betty's lead. If you have dreamed about fostering a duo where you big making a huge difference, consideThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header NOTES FROM THE SANCTUARY. Harry is a highly bonding, cuddly and happy boy, but this is after he has gotten acquainted with you and realizes that you are his friend. Until then he does not like to be cornered etc and will put on a tough guy act if he is safely behind a fence. He is however, truly an exceptional boy who can warm up VERY quickly and has made great progress during his time at the sanctuary! He is a favorite of the Sanctuary manager and we would very much like to find him a rural and loving home. ; ; Former Bio: A very handsome, though somewhat insecure boy - HARRY needs a home with a savvy dog handler who will ensure that he feels safe. Once comfortable, he loves other dogs, and after an initial warm-up session, is very friendly with people - he just needs some time to observe and take things slowly . . . He had a rough upbringing, and then was surrendered to a vet by someone who was having a tough time herself . . . . he's living in a big yard up at our Sanctuary. If you have time to invest in a dog who needs love, structure, and lots of time to play with other dogs, consider Harry. Given his shyness and insecurity, we would not recommend Harry for a household with children under 16 years age, and/or lots of comings and goings of people. He needs training and structure as well as lots of love and activity!(Harry Weighs aprox 55 lbs)This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header PLEASE READ JULIE'S ENTIRE BIO BEFORE ASKING ABOUT HER. THANKS!; ; Julie is now an older girl, but is still quite active and and does not show signs of slowing down any time soon! Julie came to us after her former person surrendered her to a shelter in 2008. He loved her, but he lived on a busy street with his fence facing the sidewalk, and Julie was protective of the home and yard. She would bark at people passing by on her sidewalk' and her dad felt that she would do best in a more rural spot or with younger folks who knew how to redirect her behavior. She is, and was, very sweet to people when properly introduced, but through a fence etc she feels that it is her job to be the protector. It is quite easy for us here at the sanctuary to introduce Julie to all new staff members with a bit of food for bribery and perhaps a quick walk. She is very confidant and outgoing in comfortable surroundings, but we have seen her become shy and nervous when we have brought her into the office etc to meet new people. In these cases she looks to those that she knows and loves for direction/comfort. ; Julie gets along well with most dogs, but as she can be bouncy and a bit pushy with them, she is often best suited with a confidant male companion rather than an alpha female. She would not be well suited for a home with cats, and given that she has tendencies toward being protective and also sometimes nervous, we are looking for an adult only home for Julie. She is a silly girl who may keep you on your toes at times, but all in all Julie is a loving, active and bonding girl who would love a rural home of her own! Please send applications for Julie to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header PATCH is at our sanctuary. Active and interested in everything he sees, social and outgoing, an Australian Cattledog with a full tail. Patch is bright and smart, however, he is also deaf. He has learned the hand signals for many commands, and responds to certain touches ; Best for a home without or at least with older children (teens) - he is not great with cats - though with a commitment to training and consistency - he could learn . . . bright, precocious, agile and eager to get on with life and learning! Patch will need a lot of outdoor activity, playing fetch and other games. Also right now he needs toys and things to chew on and carry around . . . also, he loves other dogs!; ; Former sanctuary caretaker's bio: Oh my, what can I say? The greatest dog I have ever slept with. He goes down like a stone at bed time, and being deaf, he does not hear a thing, and is a big time snuggler. He goes into his crate on command. He is a handsome devil to be sure, really a good looking dog. He is an obsessive ball chaser. ; ; Patch jumps up and nips... your sleeve, your pant leg. He is full of energy. He is vocal and high strung. Patch is one of my favorite dogs at the sanctuary, and lucky would be the person who becomes his friend. He is not easy, and he is not for everyone, but he is a fine dog. Patch is a commitment, not just a dog, but as with most commitments, there is work involved, and rewards. '; ; Former foster home: 'He currently knows a few basic hand signals such as sit, down, stay, no, come, and we're currently working on watch. ; ; For sit, we have been using the palm up signal. Start with you palm low and facing the sky, then raise your palm to the level of your chin.; ; For Down, start with your palm face down at the level of your face and lower your hand to the level of your waist.; ; For come, we kneel down and hold out both of our hands and wiggled our wriste back and forth quickly. Even when we call over Patch when he is bThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sadly Ruthie was returned to Milo in November 2009, and is back at our sanctuary. All of the notes below are from years past, written by fosters and folks who knew her at different times in her life. At this point in her life Ruthie is a loving and happy girl, who gets along well with other dogs, although would prefer a male canine friend if she had her pick of the litter! She is a lovely girl with all friends and with most people right off the bat, but can bark at strangers upon first meeting through a fence. She is a highly bonding girl for whom we are looking for a loving, adult, and preferably rural home with another canine companion if possible. With plenty of people time we would be happy to consider a home as an only dog. Please do read the notes below to get better incite into her past, although many things such has her high energy level, fence climbing etc are no longer an issue; ; Original bio; ; Delightful family dog - good natured, playful and active - she is a bit shy about city stuff, being a bit of a country bumpkin - but she LOVES walks in Tilden and outdoorsy locations - urban sidewalks and city streets are a bit scary for her, though she has been adjusting amazingly well - everyone is thrilled with Ruthie! ; Ruthie walks fairly well on leash, and has had some training and experience. She is great in the house, but most likely will need a refresher course in housetraining. She is very dog social and an affectionate, lovable dog - and likely a bit protective in time. She just needs time to adjust, being initially a bit shy with strangers. Having a second dog is a great idea for a successful home environment and longterm happiness for Ruthie! Ruthie is an avid fence climber and needs a place with lots of room of release her energy. Because of her high level of activity, she would do best with children over 10 years of age.; ; Foster notes: ; Ruthie is a happy, confident sweetheart. She reminds me so of my own wonderful shepherd-labThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Holly has gone up to the Milo sanctuary as of 2/1/07.; Sanctuary Update: Holy can be a super sweet girl, but would do best in an adult home as she can snap if touched in a way she is not comfortable with, or over resources such as food/sharing a couch etc. For this reason an adult, deaf dog savvy adopter really would be best fro this senior girl; ; ORIGINAL BIO:Sweet as can be, both red and blue merle coloring. Sort of a pink and blue dog with a docked tail... She is adorable, though she is deaf and a bit pushy! Demanding, affectionate - ball playing, possessive to a degree, not overly hyper, though she needs moderate exercise daily - at least a decent ball playing session - she also likes dog parks. Holly definitely has herding behavior, so not ideal for a home with small children.; Holly will need a special home that can learn some hand signals, etc. for deaf dogs, and keep her safe since she wouldn't be able to hear oncoming cars, dogs, etc. But she is a very sweet dog - she interacts well with other dogs, though can get territorial about space with them as well as with people. ; A vibrating collar can be a helpful tool with deaf dogs - however, it seems that Holly will bond like glue. She is a mellow girl (for an ACD) and is loyal and loving. She needs to keep some boundaries - and a crate in the vehicle is helpful as she like to push to get close . Holly can also be quite a barker when she wants attention from people or another dog. She would not do well in an apartment due to her barking. When outside, Holly is in her own world. Holly needs to always be out on leash or in a fenced area.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Currently living up at the Milo sanctuary near Willits.; Herbie is a big dog - a mixed breed guy that makes funny grunting noises! He was in danger (as they all are) of being killed at the Merced County Shelter, and the volunteers there loved him, so we grabbed him and he is now safe at Milo. He has aggression issues and could only be adopted and/or fostered by a very experienced dog handler.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sweets came to Milo after her dad passed away. He knew that she would not fare well in a regular shelter, given that she does not get along well with other dogs, and can be nervous about how she is handled. Because of this, he had the foresight to plan for her future by leaving funds for her continuing care. Sadly, none of his friends or family were able to care for her, and then due to legal issues, her funding was used elsewhere. Milo did not want his beloved friend to have to lose her life, despite his best efforts to ensure her happiness, and agreed to care for her here at the Sanctuary in Willits. ; Sweets does love affection and gets along well with the staff, but she would need an adult only home, due to the fact that she does have a comfort level when cuddling/being handled etc. She has never bitten any of the staff, but she can freeze or jump to tell you that she is not happy with what you are doing. She could do very well as a single dog, who could again bond closely with someone that she felt she could fully trust. ; Please email applications to foster/adopt Sweets to firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Please read before sending interest in adopting. Although Dallas can be a sweet boy and seek out attention, he does very often have issues with being touched and can and will bite, even if it is someone that he knows and that he can otherwise be happy and bouncy to see. Because he was having trouble in the bustling environment of Point Richmond, he came up to the sanctuary to decompress and for us to work on his trust building. He in particular was seeming to have trouble with older woman, which is not something that we see often. At this time it would be difficult to adopt Dallas out without making a break through with him. He is never going to be a boy that should be with children and would want to adopt him out to a quiet and predictable home, but our hope is to get him to the point where he can fully bond and let down his guard with at least one person so they can love each other fully. You really can see that he wants to love and trust, and is not acting timid with us, but he will jump up for love and then realize that he is past his comfort zone and may snap out of sudden fear. We will update his bio once we feel that we have made progress with him and he is ready to try a new wonderful chapter in his life! If you have experience working with pups with bite inhibition and trust issues, please send interest in Dallas to email@example.com; ; Initial Bio before full trust issues and lack of bite inhibition were realized: Dallas loves to dance! When he first arrived at Milo, Dallas was hiding under six pounds of fur and dirt. However, after a shampoo and trim, he became a brand new dog with a fresh attitude to match! Dallas is very shy when first meeting people and has a hard time warming up, but once he feels comfortable he?s a completely different dog who loves to dance for affection, whether he's on two paws or four. Make a date with this tiny dancer today!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header After two years in a home Henry has been returned. Henry needs to be the only animal in the home and with mellow/ calm adults. He get very attached to his people and loves to be with them. He is dog and kid friendly. He is house trained and crate trained.; ; Sanctuary Notes 10/6/16 : Henry is a sweet little man, and has been living with another dog here at the sanctuary and getting along beautifully with him, but he does not like the neighboring dogs and we do know that in his last home he would redirect on his canine companion when upset and nervous. His current friend is a larger confidant male, and that may help. Again, he is a sweet little guy who craves affection, but he does have some anxiety issues and truly would be best in a rural home where he feels that he get let down his guard and just be his sweet loving self!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Courtesy posting for dog in need. Please see bottom for contact info.; ; Molly is an 11-y.o. spayed Boston Terrier/Chihuahua mix who lived her first nine years with an elderly widow. At first there was another dog in the home, a Weimeraner, and the two dogs got along very well. When the older dog died, Molly enjoyed being the only dog in the household, and grew accustomed to special treatment, like sleeping on the bed at night. When her owner died, Molly went to stay with the local veterinarian, who has ?fostered? her for the last 2-3 years. Unfortunately, the vet can no longer keep her.; ; Molly does well with other dogs, but would probably prefer a calm household without too many distractions. She is spayed, up to date with vaccinations, and housebroken. She is very affectionate and prefers to spend most of her time inside with her owner(s). She would probably do best in a home without young children, without cats, and without birds or other pets. Another dog as a companion would be fine, but not necessary.; ; If you are interested in Molly, please email firstname.lastname@example.com for more information. Thank you very much for considering her!'This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Marshmallow is one of three silky Bantam Roosters here at the sanctuary. All three were seized from a neglect case, along with our three ducks. The boys all get along very well with each other, and although they do not love being caught/handled by us, they are not tough guys in the least! These three pretty boys would be a great fit for someone with a secure coop for them to sleep in at night, looking to add some beautiful birds to their property! Please email email@example.com to inquire about adopting!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: Sweet Babyface has come up to the sanctuary as he has shown that he would do best with a patient, low key home. He has some issues with resource guarding (including his' people) and does not have great bite inhibition. That said he is a very sweet and bonding boy and we have not yet had any biting incidents while here with us. We feel that he would be just a wonderful companion for the right person in a predictable and loving home that will show him that he does not need to nip when he is uncomfortable. Most of the time he is a happy, open faced little munchkin that likes to cuddle and gets along very well with his doggy companions and we feel that with proper guidance he will get past this. We have discovered that he gets quite excited over food, and can jump quite high..much to the dismay of the staff member attempting to eat a sandwich! baby face is looking for an experienced, adult only and predictable home. 8/10/16; ; Former Bio: Babyface was found in the streets of Oakland. He bonds very quickly with his people and is dog friendly. Babyface is also cat-friendly! He's a funny little fellow, wiggly and happy - but worried when in a crate - happy, silly and fun-loving when out with people who want to play and cuddle with him. ; Best with older children, not toddlers in his face and making him feel cornered.; *Foster Report* 5/22/16 'He is very treat driven, on potty schedule but not quite housebroken. Hates the crate, sleeps at foot of bed. Not good with small children. Good with some dogs but not all dogs. Babyface is very protective.' ; Foster update 4/27/16: 'Babyface is doing very well here with his foster family. We now have him eating his meals in his crate with no complaints. He will double up in my dog's crate and will stay there for up to an hour without crying. He is very protective of the house and our family and alerts is if there is a knock on our front door or if a new adult enters the house. He loves playing with his foThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Pearl is a sweet, sensitive girl, she is looking to bond with someone special. *Owner Surrender Notes* 4/14/16 Pearl is a perhaps a sight hound mix, as opposed to a Lab - she is lean and lanky, elegant with a hounds barrel chest. She is sensitive and elegant - and fast! She can sit, shake, and lay down. She loves to chew on her bone and play with her Kong. She can be a bit nippy and territorial. She interacts and plays with our small dog just fine. Pearl is crate trained and we use this method when we leave the house. She eats a grain free diet - typically Turkey and sweet potato. She hasn't done well with chicken in the past, seems to upset her stomach. Pearl definitely needs to be placed with someone who has a lot of property because she is high energy. Our family hopes she will find a good home. ; Potty trained. Territorial around my kids friends. Needs a loving home with lots of room to run and play.'This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Notes on Savanna: Savanna was nicknamed Smiley, as when she first came to us she would watch us with interest and a big smile on her face. She came in with a group of seven other pyrs from the neglectful situation described below. I though for sure that she would be the first to warm up to us as she seemed to have the most confidence and did not seem as fearful as the others, but she would always keep her distance, playfully smiling at me from behind a tree. We now have them in an area with access to indoors and outdoors in our main building, where they are getting used to seeing us all throughout the day. We have found that although Savanna seems to be adventurous and inquisitive, she is still unwilling to let us actually pet her and will skip away last minute. Because of this we are going to switch gears and give her and Leo more undivided one on one attention to help her past this hurdle. She will happily stand at arms length from me, smiling and eat treats, but gets confused when we reach out to make physical contact as this was not likely the norm in her last home' We have high hopes that we will have the needed breakthrough with Savanna, and would love a specific patient foster home to help her get there!; Group notes: Milo took in seven beautiful yet under-socialized Pyrenees that had been seized from a hoarding situation, but were then set for euthanasia due to lack of space at the shelter. We have been working with them to gain their trust as they were not raised as family members, and some are making great strides. Because of this, they are looking for very patient, understanding and rural homes that will continue to work with them to help them to realize their full potential. ; None of these dogs have ever bitten anyone and even the most fearful will run and bark when scared or unsure of a situation rather than show outward aggression. They had not been raised walking on a leash and were living in a large fenced area together whichThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sheila is an intelligent, bonding and lovely dog! She is a small peanut, only about 40lbs..but looks larger in her photos. Sheila is looking for a home where she will get to be someone's sidekick. She would likely want to be the only animal in the home, and we would not recommend dog parks for this otherwise amazing girl! She has had a few doggy friends, all large, self assured and mellow males. She loves all people, but was having issues with one family member that was having some disability issues. She is friendly with all visitors etc and we are the family both feel that it was more of an issue with the one particular person, rather than a behavioral issue. Sheila does have a prey drive, so secure fencing would be important for this pretty lady.; Sheila would be a wonderful choice for anyone that wants an amazing, highly bonding companion, and would not need for her to be in doggy social'situations. She is a great size and would love to find a home where she can be with her loved ones most of the time. Please send applications for Sheila to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header UPDATE from recent Sanctuary Eval: Although he is a very personable and loving boy with people, Fonzy Bear (AKA Bear) is looking for a country home. After just a brief introduction to the staff he was all wiggles and cuddles. He did however show us that he can have a prey drive towards small dogs and needs specific careful introductions to other dogs as well. For this reason he would need a home where he did not need to visit dog parks, and could spend a great deal of his time on a large fenced property with his family where he could run and play. He does get along well with the other dog in his foster home, but does not do well with encountering other dogs on a leash and needs time to get used to potential new dog friends on a hike etc before he can meet them face to face. For this reason the ideal home for this sweet but conflicted boy would be a rural one where he had an experienced, training minded family with possibly one other large dog.; He warms up very quickly to new people and was very sweet, and watching him with the other dog from his foster home it is clear that he can bond and be trusted with some other dogs.; Original Bio.; We are ideally looking to place this giant goofball in a rural area so he has tons of space to run and play. He tends to get overexcited when meeting new dogs-that paired with his size makes him not quite built for dog-park life. That being said, he loves other dogs and with a proper introduction, he does totally fine with most dogs! He loves to romp, play and go on hikes with his doggy pack but ultimately we envision this guy on a large plot of land with a doggy best friend to explore and play with. ; ; He loves people and is all wiggle and cuddles but definitely bonds closely with his humans. When new people enter the home, he does alert but is quick to warm up. He is a smart dog who is food motivated and loves to learn! His current foster mom reports that he is as an easy-going dog in the house and has good manners.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Update: He is a lovely and playful boy, but he is an alpha confidant guy and can be possessive over toys/food etc so ideally he would be in an adult only home that would work with him on this and help to set rules so he can learn to follow their lead. He stands up on his back feet and does an adorable little swimming motion with his feet when he sees someone that he knows and loves approaching. He has a good heart and is a very intelligent guy. He is going to be just a fantastic dog for the right confidant and Nordic breed experienced person/people.; Original Bio: One big furry fluff ball! Snow Kitty needs someone who is familiar with Nordic breeds and can give him the space, exercise, training, and leadership he needs. He is dog-friendly and does not appear to be outwardly cat-aggressive, though we believe he'd be best in a no cat and no kid home! He is stubborn, willful and possessive - he had a stuffed animal and was very possessive and unwilling to let it go. He is a bit of a touchy fellow and needs adults who can allow him the space he needs - and also provide friendship and activity - he does really like playing with other dogs - males or females.Snow Kitty also had the name Griffin which is a bit more regal -- but this is not a joker, rather he has an independent streak, he is prideful and dominant in that he feels secure in himself and his right to have what he wants and do what he wants and really doesn't want a person telling him otherwise or demanding of such... he can get angry and takes some time to let him calm down - thus a savvy adult home is what he needs.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Beautiful and sweet Coco is a sanctuary favorite! Please read this lovely boys story and send interest in him to email@example.com; Coco was born on the streets of Costa Rica, searching for food with all of the other homeless and unwanted dogs struggling to survive. As a pup he loved to chew coconuts, which ultimately lead to his name. He was underweight and his coat was dull and patchy. He was very frightened of people as he had not yet been shown kindness, but would play with the other dogs, including one that had already been taken in by a loving family. Through the mutual love of their dog, one of the gentle sons was able to gain his trust and would eventually sneak him into the house, where all three boys would play with him. With some time and love, their parents were able to win him over as well and with medical care, good nutrition and care he blossomed into a beautiful and happy older pup. He then started to feel that all people might not be so bad after all! The family was re-locating back to the states and decided to make it official and bring Coco too! During a huge going away party he became frightened and after being moved to a quiet place, was surprised by two of the guests and unfortunately nipped them. The family did not want to leave him behind and still brought him back to the US with them with them to continue to help him gain confidence. He could greet strangers on the street without issue and was a superstar at the park where loved to play with other dogs. That said however, Coco did nip on several other occasions when he was uncomfortable with new people or situations. In these cases he would bark or growl first to show his fear, but people do not always head these warnings. After much deliberation the family realized that Coco really does need a more low key and predictable home, where he will not feel that he needs to defend himself, his family or home from anyone. They loved him dearly, but knew that they just couldn't givThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Volunteer Notes, by Elle: Mello is an interesting cat. He's quiet, watchful, a bit shy but on the verge of evolving into a fully socialized cat. He likes affection and attention, showing up more and more, hanging out near me. Waiting for his turn to be petted and brushed. When he reaches full potential he's going to be a very calm, serene, easy going and easy to live with cat. Not demanding but there for you, always by your side. He has very beautiful markings and I find myself liking him allot, becoming very aware of his Buddha like presence. He'll need patient adult adopters who will enjoy giving him the space to continue to grow into himself. He's captivating.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Return notes from Tigers last family: Tiger is big, beautiful and a love. He definitely prefers a calm environment, preferably with teen-age+ and up, or just even a one-on-one adult. He likes to play, but on his terms, but will always follow you around and stay close by.; ; Tiger has been routinely checked by his vet, for he does seem to go through tummy issues that has him kept on a diet containing pumpkin for regularity.; ; We are absolutely pained at turning back Tiger, but unfortunately, he does have matters with urinating in inappropriate places? He uses the litter box just fine, so we are confused at the consistent urination, and sometime feces on our beds, rugs and couch. It happens about every two months and can last for days; ; Our vet had recently recommended Prozac, or possibly more tests to his abdomen, such as CT-Scan, or x-rays, to see if something more is going on physically. Unfortunately, we are not in a financial position to preform these tests.; ; Tiger definitely prefers to have company, and would not do well left alone for long lengths of time. He has been around other kittens and got along very well. He showed them he was boss and it has worked out fine. Tiger likes his space to nap but will definitely come to you when resting on the couch or in bed. He loves his chin and tummy rubbed, a good brushing, and on occasion, he still props himself up on a couch and puts his paws out in a praying manner.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header UPDATE!: Ody is looking for a new, more rural home! Please note that although he is currently in Bellingham WA, transport back to CA can be arranged if he seems like a great fit! Please send interest to email@example.com after reading bio:; Ody was adopted to a loving home in Washington from our sanctuary in Northern CA. He previously had trouble with being overprotective of his family and home several years prior, but had then spent several years with is at the sanctuary without showing this behavior. As his new home rarely had visitors it seemed like it could be a great fit, with a very loving and compassionate adopter! Unfortunately, the neighborhood has proven to be too busy and too much for him and he is being leash reactive in a way that he had not in the past. Despite her many many efforts to help him feel at ease in the new environment it has become clear that the very low key home in a neighborhood is not enough and he should likely again be a country bumkin' as he had been at our sanctuary. His adopter would like to continue to foster him while we network to find him a new better suited home rather than return him, so we are going to network him in both locations. If you live in No Ca and it seems like this beautiful boy could be a great fit, transport can be arranged! Please send any and all interest in Ody to firstname.lastname@example.com !; ; Former Bio as Nicky, before heading to Washington in Feb '16: Nicky is a very sweet, people oriented and loving dog. He is tall, lanky and elegant. Nicky is graceful, gentle natured and affectionate. He is a highly bonding dog who will lean into you for love while gazing up at you in a way that melts your heart! ; ; Though Nicky plays well with almost all other dogs, he can sometimes react to male dogs that act aggressively/ alpha towards him so he would not be well suited for a dog park situation. He would do better with a canine friend in the home rather than an uncontrolled social situation. He iThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Baby is a shy girl that came to us with her two siblings (Ricky and Chiclet) and their semi-feral mother after their person passed away. She is warming up and adjusting, but is still timid as she was shy even before all the big changes in her life. Our sanctuary kitty guy reports however that he can now pet her and give her love for short periods of time, and we would like to find a new indoor quiet home for this pretty lady. Please email interest in Baby to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Nora is a complete love! She is a gentle girl who loves cuddling, children, all people..and did we mention cuddling!; Nora is a beautiful girl who was rescued from Coalinga along with her ELEVEN pups, the last day that their gas chamber was in use before being dismantled. Gas Chambers were phased out in CA for being inhumane, yet it was discovered that one was still in use at the small shelter, where not many animals made it out after finding themselves there. The SFSPCA stepped in and removed the terrible chamber. Nora and her tiny babies were among those that had been slated to be killed, and they did not want to leave them behind given that they would still be put to sleep. They reached out to us to see if we might be able to help, and the whole family was relocated to our sanctuary where we raised the pups until they all found wonderful and loving homes. Now it is Nora's turn! ; Nora was very thin when she came to us, but despite this would let her pups climb in her bowl no mater how hungry she was. She is a gentle and sweet girl, that did an amazing job of raising her VERY large brood of babies! She is a quiet girl, who is not reactive towards other dogs when passing . She can however be stiff when meeting them, especially if they come on too strong so would likely be more comfortable as an only dog that did not have to visit dog parks. ; She is a lovely dog that was spared a terrible fate, and we are looking forward to her having many wonderful years ahead in a loving home! Please send interest in Nora to email@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Lucas is quite the handsome boy! He is active, strong willed, attentive and intelligent. He can get along quite well with many female dogs but has had trouble with some males. He can be a bit reactive at times when meeting new people, but with some cookies and kind words he does warm up pretty quickly. He has never nipped anyone, but we do ensure that he has calm and upbeat introductions, and again..cookies are always his friends! ; We would not recommend dog parks or a bustling urban home for Lucas, but he could certainly do very well in a rural home where he could be the country bumkin he was born to be! He is a loving and loyal boy who is eager to learn and please once he has had the chance to get to know you. Please send applications to adopt Lucas to firstname.lastname@example.com is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sanctuary Volunteer Notes, by Elle: ; Boodle in spite of being aloof likes affection. He will hang around a few feet from me then run off when I approach him but not fast enough to get away from me before I pet him a few times. It's a little game we play. Kind of like hurry up and catch me, pet me, give me attention while I pretend I'm not interested. Boodle blossoms when I take him to the vet. He's my kitty then and snuggles hiding his head up against my chest or under my arm while purring like a little kitten. He allows the vet and assistant to handle him, carry him around. As you can see in these photos, he's quite the cute kitty. One of my favorites. He's stayed at my house twice for long periods, gains weight and has zero litter box issues. I love this little guy with his notched ear. He's quite the character.' ; 8/28/16 Boodle just began his third stay in my house. Each time I am amazed at the progress he makes in his transformation from resident in a feral cat colony, to socialized home cat kitty. I'm happy to report that Boodle has made it. This time he hasn't hid once. He comes to greet me, sits out on the deck during the day with the world passing by underneath, hasn't run from me once and is seeking attention and affection. He's a large, masculine, handsome, classic Tabby Cat. I love the way Boodle moves about with a bit of a swagger in his walk he looks very self assured and confident. He's an inquisitive, affectionate kitty who loves other mellow, easy going cats like himself. He'd be happy as a single kitty or with other well mannered cats. But if you'd like to make Boodle's dreams come true then adopt White Foot too. She's a lovely well mannered Senior Cat like Boodle and they are quite fond of one another. Boodle is a gentlemanly cat who has been litter box perfect and easy to live with. A low maintenance, good natured companion that is sure to please. Boodle would prefer a quiet, calm, adult household.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Sam came to us with a group of 30 other cats after their caretaker passed away. Many of them were feral and were not used to handling or being outdoors, but many have started to warm up and are now showing us that they had more one on one time in the home than the others, and just needed some time to come out of their shells. Sam would not let us get close enough to him at first to give him attention, but is now warming up quite a bit and we now feel that he could find a quiet and loving home!; ; Sanctuary Volunteer Notes: ; This kitty spends most of her time with the out door kitties on the back porch. He sleeps inside the cat house in the same place every night. He's a lovely kitty who is becoming more friendly as time goes by. Initially he ran from me but now comes to greet me. He loves affection and to be groomed and petted, placing his paw on me when I stop. He's quiet, reserved, loving and attentive. He's impeccably groomed with silky soft fur and a truly beautiful face. He's very loving with the outdoor kitties and has a soft lovely demeanor. Sweet but just a tad bit shy at times. Just coming around but loves to be pet. Can be skittish but is well on his way and I believe he would blossom in a home of his own and make a wonderful companion.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header PORKCHOP! What a loaf of love. A big teddy bear really. Super sweet boy who was surrendered to us from a family after being dumped at their house. He is very treat motivated & is very workable. One of our most people friendly dogs, he's a great companion. With some training, this handsome boy will be a GREAT boy! At this point he should not be around dogs as he is not dog friendly, but with work he may be able to make friends. ; ; *FOSTER NOTES* 2/17/17- Porky is by far the best dog I've fostered thus far. He is such a bundle of love and an all around hunk. He has been so good with my 2 year old daughter who isn't the friendliest to animals ( lack of exposure on my part). He has had no problem with company coming in the house, he is accepting of females, males and kids- commotion seems not to bother him. He hardly barks and if he does it is so quiet my neighbors could not hear him. I live in an apartment complex so there is a lot of foot traffic and he did not mind even with the windows or door open. He is food motivated, so training will be a breeze. He had one accident in the house on the first night/ morning, but it is understandable as he was in a new environment. Porky did fine when he was left home alone for about 3-4 hours, he did not get in to anything, left my daughters toys alone and did not chew on any furniture. He also rides wonderfully in the car, he tagged along with me for my full day of errands and did not mind what so ever. Porky is a little too into other dogs while on walks, but is easily corrected/distracted with treats. Porkchop would be a great family dog or someone who just wants a companion, someone who doesn't favor dog parks and is open and willing to take the time to train him with his dog unfriendliness.; ; **Foster Notes** Porky is such a ham... He is dashing, he is charming, an all-around easy-going, fun guy. He behaves well on walks. He is friendly with people. He enjoyed getting a bath. In addition, he has a face you simply waThis is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header *Staff Notes* 5/1/17 I have fostered Emerson on and off for many months and he is fantastic! He is looking for a home that has breed experience as he acts very much like a boxer and like a pitty. He is not a fan of feet but loves belly rubs and butt scratches. He does not jump up on furniture and just likes to lay on a blanket or dog bed. He does pull when on leash but has great recall and is really good off leash. He can not go to dog parks or be around lots of strangers. If you want to know more about him please call 510-900-2275 and ask to talk to Amanda' ; Emerson is super sweet and lovely with people! Emerson was adopted out as a puppy and was returned 1 1/2 years later. Emerson is super solid with kids (10 and older), adults and has been lovely with volunteers. Emerson does lack confidence with other dogs and lacks social skills. He would be best in a single dog home and would make any family super happy. Emerson has a solid foundation in training and knows quite a few commands. Emerson is also a potty trained. He also plays fetch!This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM
This is the Animal Description Header Three sweet senior cats need a home! Their elderly owner is in failing health.; Please if you have a soft spot for kitties, these three need a place soon!; My name is Leah and I love curling up next to my favorite person on a couch. I am sleek and soft and used to the good indoor life. I am 15 years old and would be excellent in a quiet home with an older person or couple. My name is Pip and I?m 15 years old looking for a forever home. I?m loving and cuddly with wonderful, soft fur. My favorite activity is sleeping in the sun. I?m very gentle and an excellent companion, good with other cats.Hi my name is Mellie and I?m very shy. I live with 2 other cats, but would be more than happy to be my own. I?m 10 years old and not much trouble. I am an indoor only cat.These three cats have lived together but would be fine on their own. Their human companion has end-stage Ovarian cancer and wants desperately to find loving homes for her dear kitties. They have been a lovely presence in her life and we?re sure they would be in yours. Please call Rodney Paul (friend of their companion) at 510-788-0510 to learn more about these sweet seniors.; And/or, call Len to know more or meet these kitties! 415-850-4085.This is the Animal Description Footer 8/27/17 4:51 PM