My name is
Garland!

Meet Garland, a 42lb Black Mouth Cur with a heart full of love and a spirit that shines through every wag of his tail. Garland's journey hasn’t been an easy one—he was found abandoned, chained and starved, but thanks to a rescue that stepped in, he’s now on the path to finding a family that will give him the love and care he deserves. Garland may have had a rough start, but his resilience is unmatched, and he's ready to share all the joy and affection he's been saving up.

This soulful, loyal, and funny boy will melt your heart with just one look into his big, expressive eyes. Garland is the kind of dog that will become your best friend, your confidant, and your constant companion. His gentle nature makes him an ideal family dog—he’ll bring so much warmth and happiness to your home, and his loving presence will make every moment feel like the perfect Christmas morning.

If you’re looking for a dog who will fill your life with love and laughter, Garland is waiting to meet you. Apply to adopt him today at https://peace4paws.org/adoption-application, and give Garland the forever home he deserves.

If you have specific adoption or foster questions, please email: judy.atchison@yahoo.com

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN RESCUING A DOG!

U.S. shelter and adoption estimates 2012

3,500—Number of animal shelters •  6-8 million—Number of cats and dogs entering shelters each year

25 percent—Percentage of purebred dogs in shelters •  3-4 million—Number cats and dogs adopted from shelters each year

2.7 million—Number of adoptable cats and dogs euthanized in shelters each year

25% of dogs in shelters are pure bred - that's 1 in 4!