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**FOSTER FRIDAY PEACHES A599542**This beautiful tiny girl is Peaches, a sweet stray that was brought into us back in Jun...
08/28/2026

**FOSTER FRIDAY PEACHES A599542**

This beautiful tiny girl is Peaches, a sweet stray that was brought into us back in June. Peaches spent about a month at the shelter, and fortunately, she was able to secure an amazing foster home.

This is her report card:

“Peaches has a LOT of puppy energy and is now partially potty trained. She needs to go out frequently but is slowly building up her bladder and bowel control. She is smart and very food/praise motivated. She displays behaviors stemming from food insecurity issues like counter and table surfing, jumping onto the kitchen counter, and climbing on chairs to sn**ch items off the kitchen table. As soon as she's done with her frozen treat-filled Kong, puzzle game, lick mat or collagen chew, she's looking for something else to eat.

I'm working on teaching her what is acceptable to chew on by replacing inappropriate items with chew toys like rubber Kong toys that hold up to her aggressive chewing. She has some separation anxiety with loud barking, whining, and crying when left alone in her room lasting about 10-15 minutes. It is worse when she knows you're still home and will quiet quicker when she realizes you've left the house. She also follows me around the house. She is slowly becoming calmer and is settling on her own occasionally. She pulls extremely hard on the leash. She wants to chase after anything that moves like people walking or running by, other dogs, lizards, squirrels, butterflies, rabbits, turkeys, cars, and bicycles. She's not aggressive or barking just seems really curious with a high prey drive. Once she gets more exposure to these things and lots of training, she'll be okay.

She loves playing with our pup, Kinsey, and does respond appropriately to her corrections when Kinsey lets her know that she's had enough. Both dogs have a rough/rowdy play style and enjoy their morning MMA matches. Peaches is a smart, eager to please pup who loves her people, is very affectionate, and a total snuggle bug that is most relaxed when laying by your side while you read or watch TV. She allows full handling and is not food or toy aggressive with people. She will be an absolutely amazing companion once she learns her household manners and basic obedience skills.“

It’s easy to see that this young girl has learned a great deal from her time in foster care, and we know she is ready for the next chapter of her life.

Let’s get her seen.
Let’s get her home.

**MAISIE A597349**A lot of the dogs at our shelter are overlooked because of their kennel presentation. What is kennel p...
08/27/2026

**MAISIE A597349**

A lot of the dogs at our shelter are overlooked because of their kennel presentation. What is kennel presentation? It’s how dogs look, and act, when they are confined. For some dogs, the kennel is nothing new. They’re used to being crated, and having another dog as a companion in close quarters can be comforting. But for other dogs, once they are locked behind those bars, they can become restless, anxious, and a little out of sorts. Some may even seem as if they are losing their minds. The sad reality is that for some dogs, those bars and can and often do cause mental and physical deterioration.

This is Maisie.
Maisie is two years old, strong, healthy and energetic. She is small, but what she lacks in size she makes up with agility and speed. Maisie loves to run, jump, play in the pools, attack the water hose, and more than anything else: play with other dogs. Maisie is a play group rock star. She is goofy, fun, tireless, and just wants to have fun all day in the yards.

For Maisie, being locked in a kennel is just punishment.
And sadly, it is starting to show.

Maisie will pace restlessly, whine and bark with anxiety, waiting desperately for her time to come out. Because of how she looks in her kennel, very few people take the time to meet her, and see the sweet and energetic girl she is outside of it.

We wanted everyone to see what we see, and meet the Maisie that we know, and have grown to adore. We know Maisie, in a home, will be an incredibly fun dog. She’s so young and full of hope, and to her, every day brings the chance of new adventures.

Let’s get her seen.
Let’s get her home.

**CROCKER A540074**This energetic giant is Crocker; three years old, 90 pounds of muscle, and approximately 900 pounds ...
08/26/2026

**CROCKER A540074**

This energetic giant is Crocker; three years old, 90 pounds of muscle, and approximately 900 pounds of personality. He is a huge and handsome boy with a heart of gold and enough anxiety to keep two dogs busy. Crocker is incredibly sweet, but he is also extremely vocal. And when we say he sheds, well, we mean he sheds entire dogs.

He’s restless and busy, and if he isn’t getting attention, Crocker is likely to find something to climb, chase, chew, investigate, or otherwise turn into an adventure. He is just… a lot of dog. But underneath all that energy is a sweet boy who desperately wants to feel safe, loved, and important to his person.

Crocker also isn’t really a fan of sharing his people with other dogs. He has a jealous streak, so we think he would thrive as the only dog in the home, where he can soak up all the attention and be the center of someone’s universe.

This handsome boy isn’t going to be the easiest dog you’ve ever owned. He’s going to need patience, structure, a lot of exercise, and someone who understands that anxious dogs could be messy, loud, goofy, and a little bit complicated.

Come meet this big, beautiful boy. He has a lot to give, and we’re hoping someone will just give him that chance.

Let’s get him seen.
Let’s get him home.

08/25/2026

Meet Neville, our most okayest dog.

Neville is about three years old, male, and came to us from our friends in Seminole County. And though he’s been here for over 150 days, that’s pretty much all we know about Neville. He is one of those dogs that isn’t mushy, isn’t very curious, isn’t affectionate. He’s not hyper, nor is he lazy. Neville is…a dog. A little bit aloof. Not very interested in anything in particular. Staff like him because he is easy, quiet, and doesn’t cause any issues. Out in the yards he ignores everyone, even other dogs. He shares his kennel with no issue, but to Neville, the other dogs are just something he has to walk around. There’s nothing wrong with him, at all. Young, healthy, handsome. But when it comes to personality, well, Neville is just…okay.

We know he isn’t the dog for everyone.

People have shown interest in him.
The problem is, he hasn’t shown interest in people.

But Neville has somewhat warmed up to one person, our interaction specialist Judy, and she gushes over him every chance she gets. While everyone else thinks Neville is alright, for Judy, well, Neville is the bee’s knees.

There’s a lesson in all of this. Not every dog is meant for every person.
But for every dog, there is that one person.
Someone who will gush over every little thing they do, no matter what.

We know there is a perfect someone out there for this okayest of dogs.

Let’s get him seen.
Let’s get him home.

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**MEOW MONDAY SABLE 599544**This is Sable. She is seven years and she tips the scales at 22lbs. She is a big, sweet cat,...
08/24/2026

**MEOW MONDAY SABLE 599544**

This is Sable. She is seven years and she tips the scales at 22lbs. She is a big, sweet cat, but was surrendered because Sable was being aggressive towards dogs, mean to her owners, and wasn’t allowing the other cats in the household to eat. Sable definitely wanted to be the only cat in her household. This beautiful spicy girl has been at the shelter now for 55 days. We honestly have not seen any of those behaviors here, but we know things can change when an animal makes it to a home.

Sable may not be the cat for everyone, but we want people to see her as more than just a “problem” cat. We think she could thrive in a good home, where she is the sole pet; and the queen of her castle.

Here at the shelter, Sable is sweet, calm, and gentle. She loves attention, and she is affectionate when she wants to be. Most of the time, she likes to lay there and let people come up to her, and give her some love.

Is Sable the right cat for you?
Come meet her and find out.
We know this girl will steal your heart.

Let’s get her seen.
Let’s get her home.

**FOSTER FRIDAY HOPPER A596940**Meet Hopper, who is looking for a best friend. Are you looking for a loyal companion who...
08/21/2026

**FOSTER FRIDAY HOPPER A596940**

Meet Hopper, who is looking for a best friend.

Are you looking for a loyal companion who will love you unconditionally? This is Hopper, a six year old with the sweetest soul and the biggest smile.

Hopper spent months in the shelter being overlooked, as the noise and chaos hid the amazing dog that he truly is. Since moving into foster care, he's completely blossomed into the happy, goofy, and affectionate boy he was always meant to be.

According to his foster parents, his handsome guy is:

"100% potty trained
Medium to low energy. perfect for a relaxed household.
Loves going for walks and taking in all the sights and smells.
A professional sunbather who enjoys sniffing around the backyard.
Always ready for a car ride.
A fan of playing fetch and carrying around his favorite toys.
Happiest when he is cuddled up next to his favorite human.

Hopper would love a home with a fenced yard where he can soak up the sunshine, explore with his nose, and then come inside for plenty of snuggles. He also enjoys daily walks and is happiest when he is spending time with his people, whether that is out exploring the neighborhood or relaxing at home together.

Hopper has waited far too long for a family to call his own. He's ready to leave his past behind and spend the rest of his life loving someone with his whole heart. All he needs is a person willing to give him the chance he deserves."

If interested in meeting this sweet boy, please email: [email protected]

Let's give Hopper that second chance.
Let's get him seen.
Let's get him home.

**DOZER A544391**There are so many dogs that just sit at the shelter, simply because of the way they look. Sometimes it’...
08/20/2026

**DOZER A544391**

There are so many dogs that just sit at the shelter, simply because of the way they look. Sometimes it’s not even a breed thing, a size thing, or an age thing. Sometimes it’s a medical thing. When it comes to medical issues, even slight ones, these may as well be a curse for a shelter dog.

People just do not want a dog that will require any additional work. And because of it, a lot of them miss out on what could have been amazing companions.

This is Dozer, five years old Dozer, and truly the kind of dog who should have a home of his own. And he once did, as we know Dozer from years ago, when he was adopted from our shelter. But he started to struggle with some skin issues, probably due to allergies, and his adopted owner decided they did not want Dozer anymore. He was picked up as a stray by one of our officers, and when we tried to reunite him with his family, he was unceremoniously surrendered.

So what kind of dog is Dozer? He is big, sweet, goofy, gentle, playful, and incredibly smart. We’re treating him for his skin issues, and we know with time, he will get better. Unfortunately, we worry that the way he looks now is causing people to overlook him, and to see that is heartbreaking.

Because Dozer has no idea that he looks “rough.”
Dozer just knows that everyone is a friend, that life is meant for playing, and that he still has plenty of running and fun left in him. Plenty of love still left to give. He’s a wonderful dog who deserves someone willing to look past his skin and see the loving, goofy boy underneath.

Let’s change his story.
Let’s get him seen. Let’s get him home.

**BINGO A567573**It’s sad when dogs do nothing wrong, and still somehow wind up at the shelter. They lose their homes, t...
08/19/2026

**BINGO A567573**

It’s sad when dogs do nothing wrong, and still somehow wind up at the shelter. They lose their homes, their families, and their love through no fault of their own. Sometimes it’s a move. Sometimes it’s a new baby. Sometimes, it’s a divorce. But sometimes when life changes cause collateral damage, it is usually the family pet that suffers.

This is Bingo.
Bingo is a good dog. He is a young dog.
And Bingo doesn’t have the slightest clue why he is at our shelter.

He is sadly the result of a domestic violence situation, and in all the chaos, Bingo wound up here.

Let’s talk about this beautiful dog. Bingo is muscular, strong, and very playful. He is sweet, mouthy, and very energetic. Bingo is a wrestler, a runner, a fetcher. He is every thing a strong and young puppy should be. At just over a year old, Bingo is still clumsy, still goofy, and very, very sweet. There is a part of his heart hat tenses up sometimes, and he can be very protective of his person. It may be a result of his past; we just don’t know.

We do know that Bingo will make someone a fierce, loyal, and protective companion.

Why does he get overlooked? Bingo is confident outside in the yards, but we think what’s hurting him is his kennel presentation. Once locked behind those bars, Bingo becomes restless, anxious, and a little out of sorts. It’s clear he’s not used to the confinement. And though he shares his kennel with other dogs without issues, he does not like being locked inside. To Bingo, happiness is being with his person, playing, running, jumping, swimming. He is not a kennel dog, and it shows. We’ve seen a lot of people miss out on this amazing dog because of it.

Hopefully seeing Bingo like this will touch the right heart.
Let’s give him another shot at a good life.

Let’s get him seen.
Let’s get him home.

**THE THREE BRACHY LADIES**Meet Happy (A603342), Serenity (A603460), and Lola (A603355), three beautiful, brachycephalic...
08/18/2026

**THE THREE BRACHY LADIES**

Meet Happy (A603342), Serenity (A603460), and Lola (A603355), three beautiful, brachycephalic girls who are looking for their forever homes.

As many dog lovers know, the term brachy or brachycephalic refers to dog breeds with flattened, "pushed-in" faces. Over the past few years, these kind of dogs have grown in popularity. They are usually short, stout, and spend their lives snorting and huffing around stubbornly. Sadly, and the main reason these dogs always wind up in shelters, is that they are genetically predisposed to a series of health issues. One of the more serious ones is getting overheated rather easily.

While all three share similar traits, they couldn’t be more different from one another. Happy is sweet, goofy, outgoing, and always manages to get herself wound up and overly excited. Serenity, as her name implies, is the quiet and shy one, who loves to snuggle, be carried and held. And finally there is Lola, who as the elder of the bunch, is more serious, a bit timid, and takes her time with each new person she meets.

These three beautiful girls are housed in a cooler part of our shelter, to keep them from overheating. But something to keep in mind: it isn’t always heat that could be dangerous for brachy dogs. Strenuous exercise, excitement, stress, even play fighting with another dog can affect them and overheat them. To own them means to be aware of their limitations, and careful about their care.

All three of them will need very special and knowledgeable adopters. Because to let a brachy dog into your life is to take on a lot of responsibility. There’s a reason so many wind up in shelters. Not everyone is ready to for all the extra work.

We can tell you these babies will demand your full attention,.
They will be hard headed.
Stubborn.
They will be lazy but sweet.
They will snort and make pig sounds all day long, and all night too.

But they will also give you their entire hearts.

Let’s get these girls seen.
Let’s get them home.

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