Internet Miniature Pinscher Service - IMPS NorCal/NorNev/CentralCal

06/08/2026

Have you ever considered fostering? Opening your home to a Miniature Pinscher in need can change a life—including your own! Here are five wonderful reasons to become an IMPS foster volunteer:

❤️ 1. Save a Life
Fostering provides a safe, loving environment for a dog transitioning from a shelter, owner surrender, or difficult situation. Your home can be the bridge to their forever family.

🏥 2. Help a Medical Needs Dog Recover
Some of our rescued Min Pins require medical treatment, surgery recovery, or extra care before they are ready for adoption. As a foster, you’ll play a vital role in helping them heal physically and emotionally.

🐕 3. Experience the Joy of Min Pin Companionship
Miniature Pinschers are full of personality, intelligence, and charm. Fostering allows you to enjoy their unique spirit without making a lifelong commitment.

🏡 4. Prepare a Dog for Their Forever Home
By providing stability, socialization, and routine, you help your foster dog learn valuable skills and gain confidence, increasing their chances of a successful adoption.

🤝 5. Make a Difference with the Support of a Rescue Community
You are never alone! IMPS provides guidance, resources, and support while you foster. You’ll become part of a passionate network of volunteers dedicated to helping Min Pins thrive.

✨ One foster home can make all the difference. Whether it’s for a few weeks or a few months, your kindness gives a deserving Miniature Pinscher a second chance at a happy life.

🐾 Interested in fostering? Join Internet Miniature Pinscher Service and help transform a life—one Min Pin at a time! 🐾

📋 Ready to make a difference? Apply today to become an IMPS foster volunteer at:

https://www.minpinrescue.org/vol_app1.html

06/01/2026

🌹♥️ Sienna Rose is ready to be adopted ♥️🌹

Meet Sienna — The delightfully independent little lady with a tiny circle of trust and a heart that blooms slowly, but genuinely. At approximately 5 years old, this lovely Chinese Crested mix is not looking for the spotlight. She’s looking for understanding, patience, and a peaceful home where she can simply be herself.

Sienna is the kind of dog who quietly tiptoes into your heart. She’s happiest hanging out with her dog friends but also enjoys “me time” doing her own thing. Every now and then she’ll surprise everyone with a playful moment, reminding you there’s a goofy girl tucked beneath that cautious exterior.

Humans? Well… Sienna prefers to take her time. She absolutely adores her foster mom, but she believes relationships should be earned, not rushed. She’s not interested in being picked up, cuddled on the couch, or treated like a living stuffed animal. In fact, Sienna would very much like to file an official complaint against unwanted snuggles.

What does she love? Her kennel. Seriously — it’s her happy place. She trots right in like it’s her own little studio apartment. She is potty-trained and keeps a very respectable routine. While she is unable to go for extended walks, she likely wouldn’t object to chariot rides in a stroller. Sienna is perfectly content living her cozy, low-key lifestyle surrounded by canine companions and kind humans who respect her boundaries.

Sienna is searching for a special adopter who understands that love doesn’t always look like constant cuddles and tail-wagging greetings. Sometimes love looks like a shy little dog choosing to sit nearby. Sometimes it’s quiet trust. Sometimes it’s simply sharing space together peacefully.

And for the right person, Sienna will be absolutely worth the wait. A short video of Sienna can be viewed at the following link:

https://youtube.com/shorts/sPuZkwqv86s?feature=shared

Note: Potential adopters will need to meet Sienna numerous times to get to know her and understand she needs patience as she transitions into a new home.

If you’d like to be considered, please fill out the following adoption application and reference IMPS Tag ID 29885:

https://minpinrescue.org/home.html

05/20/2026

Happy National Rescue Dog Day! We would LOVE to see photos of your rescued dog(s)! Let’s flood comments with your furry companions and honor how truly amazing they are! 💕💗♥️🫶🏼💋🐾

05/15/2026

Fun surprise to see IMPS represented on the marketing material for this year’s Woof Wine & Dine event hosted by the Placer SPCA happening May 28th. Any of our previous adopters or Min Pin fan following planning to attend?

🐾 Early Bird Tickets End Tonight!🍷

This is your last chance to grab early bird tickets before prices increase tomorrow! Don't miss your chance to save and enjoy Woof, Wine & Dine on Thursday, May 28th from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, located on Vernon Street Town Square in Roseville, CA.

Enjoy samples from local restaurants, wineries and breweries alongside your well-behaved leashed dog! 🐶 Special activities, pet vendors and entertainment will round out this highly anticipated event.

🎟️ Buy Early Bird Tickets Today

🍷 Want to get involved?
Explore sponsor and purveyor opportunities!

👉 Get tickets or learn more https://placerspca.org/support/events/woofwinedine/

Every ticket helps support companion animals in need. 💙

05/05/2026

🎉🎉 Happy Adoption Update 🎉🎉

When I first met Shelby, she was being housed outdoors in a metal kennel on a cold morning. Poor pup was shaking like a leaf, hiding in the back corner. She was flagged as being a bite risk and was being handled minimally at the shelter. Thankfully a previous adopter took a leap of faith and agreed to foster-to-adopt her. Shelby immediately transformed into the sweet, sensitive and endearing pup we knew she had the potential to be. She now spends her days lounging on patio furniture on warm and sunny days. Congratulations to Shelby and her amazing family! ♥️♥️♥️

04/26/2026

Sometimes the ♥️ wants what the ♥️ wants. This beautiful senior is getting her freedom ride today.

More to come…

04/24/2026

💗💗💗 COURTESY POSTING 💗💗💗

This cutie pie is available for adoption through Peace of Mind Dog Rescue in Pacific Grove, CA. His complete bio can be found here along with details on how to inquire further:

https://www.peaceofminddogrescue.org/dog.php?id=4654

Here are a couple short videos of Mighty Joe as well demonstrating his master level treat foraging skills:

https://youtube.com/shorts/WwX2JA3GW2M?feature=shared

https://youtube.com/shorts/DeQopmveUqM?feature=shared

Please help us spread the word, and let’s find him the loving home he deserves.

04/19/2026

☀️ Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash HIGHLIGHTS ☀️

Amazing day with volunteers, adopters and friends while walking and strolling with thousands of dog lovers from all over the region. Added bonus when a foster mom is reunited with her former foster dog and seeing them thrive with their forever humans…PRICELESS. 🤗♥️

Fun was had by all and already looking forward to next year’s event!

04/12/2026

IMPS’ adoptees enjoying a lazy pajama Saturday with volunteer, Allison while Haleigh is demonstrating support for local business. If you’d like to meet some of our amazing volunteers and their personal dogs, come join us at the 33rd annual Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash on Saturday, April 18th from 10am-1pm at William Land Park. Here is the link to our team sign-up:

https://pro.gofundme.com/team/803322

Looking forward to seeing Min Pins on the course! ♥️🐾