Licorice found herself on a euthanasia list at the crowded Contra Costa shelter in the East Bay and an unethical rescue group we had not heard of before pulled her and adopted her to a home that was not prepared for a terrified giant dog who was a flight risk. Licorice was so scared that no one had been able to pet her. Licorice disappeared from her adopter's yard in Calistoga after being there less than three hours. She was in an unfamiliar area and had no one she could trust. Since this happened in our area, WCAL was asked to help catch her safely before she was hit by a car or caused an accident crossing a very busy road. It took 72 days and a lot of chicken and patience since no one could get within 20 feet of this big, smart dog, but Licorice was caught in a specialized trap and now she is safe. Her adopter asked us to find her a great home that can meet her needs. We had her spayed and she got a clean bill of health from our veterinarian. We were surprised to learn that Licorice is just a baby at perhaps one year old. Now Licorice is in a foster home with a local reward based trainer who is helping her get a fresh start. They are working on all the basics like potty training, crate training, walking on leash, taking treats from strangers, and making new friends. Licorice is really enjoying the company of other dogs and playing in play groups with them. She trusts dogs more than humans, but we're making progress. She LOVES treats! She likes dogs of all sizes, but isn't always aware of her size or how intimidating she can be to smaller dogs. Her ideal adopter has another well socialized, confident dog, a calm home without many regular visitors, and is committed to force free animal handling. She is going to bond closely with her next human and be an amazing companion. At only one year old, she's very much a silly puppy who likes stealing shoes, playing with toys and deserves an understanding and patient person who is ready for a long term commitment. We don't want this special girl to ever find herself scared at the back of a lonely kennel or running loose on the streets again! Follow us on social media for daily updates! View ALL our adoptable pets and apply to adopt on our website: www.WineCountryAnimalLovers.org
Licorice found herself on a euthanasia list at the crowded Contra Costa shelter in the East Bay and an unethical rescue group we had not heard of before pulled her and adopted her to a home that was not prepared for a terrified giant dog who was a flight risk. Licorice was so scared that no one had been able to pet her. Licorice disappeared from her adopter's yard in Calistoga after being there less than three hours. She was in an unfamiliar area and had no one she could trust. Since this happened in our area, WCAL was asked to help catch her safely before she was hit by a car or caused an accident crossing a very busy road. It took 72 days and a lot of chicken and patience since no one could get within 20 feet of this big, smart dog, but Licorice was caught in a specialized trap and now she is safe. Her adopter asked us to find her a great home that can meet her needs. We had her spayed and she got a clean bill of health from our veterinarian. We were surprised to learn that Licorice is just a baby at perhaps one year old. Now Licorice is in a foster home with a local reward based trainer who is helping her get a fresh start. They are working on all the basics like potty training, crate training, walking on leash, taking treats from strangers, and making new friends. Licorice is really enjoying the company of other dogs and playing in play groups with them. She trusts dogs more than humans, but we're making progress. She LOVES treats! She likes dogs of all sizes, but isn't always aware of her size or how intimidating she can be to smaller dogs. Her ideal adopter has another well socialized, confident dog, a calm home without many regular visitors, and is committed to force free animal handling. She is going to bond closely with her next human and be an amazing companion. At only one year old, she's very much a silly puppy who likes stealing shoes, playing with toys and deserves an understanding and patient person who is ready for a long term commitment. We don't want this special girl to ever find herself scared at the back of a lonely kennel or running loose on the streets again! Follow us on social media for daily updates! View ALL our adoptable pets and apply to adopt on our website: www.WineCountryAnimalLovers.org
Visit our website to submit an adoption application and you'll receive a reply by email with details about the pet you'd like to meet!
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Meet the Pet
We arrange meet and greets by appointment in our foster's homes or virtually via zoom or at a convenient location to make sure it's a match
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Take the Pet Home
Please come prepared to bring home your new pet. We'll handle the adoption fee and email you medical records, then follow up as needed
Additional adoption info
WCAL cats and dogs are hand-raised in the homes of our volunteer foster families and we get attached! Please don't forget to share updates with us about your new family member. We're also here to help you navigate any issues that come up, help with training tips or refer you to a trusted trainer in your area
WCAL cats and dogs are hand-raised in the homes of our volunteer foster families and we get attached! Please don't forget to share updates with us about your new family member. We're also here to help you navigate any issues that come up, help with training tips or refer you to a trusted trainer in your area
You can see all our adoptable pets on our website and we're happy to schedule meet and greets for everyone who submits an online adoption application. WCAL is based in Calistoga and our foster homes are located throughout Napa and Sonoma County (we have no shelter or facility). Follow us on social media for daily updates and local adoption event details!
You can see all our adoptable pets on our website and we're happy to schedule meet and greets for everyone who submits an online adoption application. WCAL is based in Calistoga and our foster homes are located throughout Napa and Sonoma County (we have no shelter or facility). Follow us on social media for daily updates and local adoption event details!
More about this rescue
WCAL leads the no kill philosophy in Napa County. Saving lives by transporting adoptable animals from high-risk area shelters and placing them in loving foster homes or with partner rescue organizations that share our values. We fund no-cost spay/neuter programs in upper Napa Valley and in Lake County to decrease the number of unwanted animals born in our area. WCAL also provides one-time emergency financial assistance to animals in life-threatening situations whose owners are facing sudden hardship. Assisting with all things animal related in the Upper Napa Valley and surrounding areas.
WCAL leads the no kill philosophy in Napa County. Saving lives by transporting adoptable animals from high-risk area shelters and placing them in loving foster homes or with partner rescue organizations that share our values. We fund no-cost spay/neuter programs in upper Napa Valley and in Lake County to decrease the number of unwanted animals born in our area. WCAL also provides one-time emergency financial assistance to animals in life-threatening situations whose owners are facing sudden hardship. Assisting with all things animal related in the Upper Napa Valley and surrounding areas.
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