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Puppies and dogs in Fresno, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Fresno, California. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Bailey's adoption status with email updates.
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Bailey

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Senior
Clovis, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Bailey is the sweetest dog with people of all ages. Unfortunately she was a street dog when we found her 7 yrs ago (she is now 8), and will get out to run free whenever she finds an opportunity. This despite a dog run of about 2500 sq ft. She always comes back, but she has discovered it is fun to kill cats that belong to neighbors. She is also territorial regarding other dogs. We have another dog who she gets along with, but she is the alpha dog. We are heartbroken but know she needs a new home. Bailey needs to have a home where it is impossible for her to escape, or that has no cats anywhere within her range. If you have that, you will love her! She is not current on shots, but we will take care of that if we can find her a good home. Oh, Bailey also loves to swim, so if you have a pool, that would be a bonus for her!
We'll also keep you updated on Sasha's adoption status with email updates.
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Sasha

German Shepherd Dog Belgian Malinois

Female, Puppy
Clovis, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sasha was a stray. We’ve been fostering for about two months. She is very intelligent, playful, and lovable. She loves to fetch and play tug-of-war. She is very shy of men, but she has warmed up to my husband since she’s been here with us. She’ll need some patience and work to build up trust.
We'll also keep you updated on Beau's adoption status with email updates.
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Beau

Samoyed Husky

Male, Puppy
Clovis, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We found a crate of puppies left in mountains. Keep one! He’s so sweet but I have a swim school and he can’t be out of kennel in summer. Want a great home for him!!
We'll also keep you updated on Tollhouse Cookie's adoption status with email updates.
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Tollhouse Cookie

Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
Clovis, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE DO NOT ASK ABOUT AVAILABILITY OR EMAIL THROUGH PETFINDER or ADOPT-A-PET - WE CANNOT RESPOND - READ THE PROCESS BELOW.   If you're interested in any of our wonderful dogs, you must FIRST fill out an Adoption Application at our website listed below. Once we receive it, we'll forward it to the foster family for follow up. We are 100% foster based, so we don't have a facility. Review the process FAQ at our website.   Adoption applications can be found here:  http://labrescuefresno.org/available-labs/adoption-application/    Adoption Fees: Puppies, (2 years of age and under) – $400.00 Adult Dog, (3 through 8 years of age) – $350.00 Senior Dogs (9 years and up) – $200.00 Special consideration may be granted for dogs with medical needs or bonded pairs.      Tollhouse Cookie -  Yellow Female X, 3ish years old, approximately 45 pounds Tollhouse Cookie - A true “from rags to riches story” “Cookie” was spotted several times in the mountains near and below Shaver Lake off and on for about a year. She was spotted several times running across a 4-lane highway. In the heat of Summer and in the cold of Winter she tried to survive alone. She had no home. Her life consisted of looking for something to eat and hiding from people who either shooed her away or threw things at her. Finally, during the heavy storms and more than average snow, she had to make her way down. It was freezing cold and she was skin and bones by this time. Food was scarce and she was giving up.  She would hide wherever she could and come out only to find something to eat – someone kind spotted her and left some food out. She stayed in that area of Tollhouse. Lab Rescue was contacted and we set a trap. It didn’t take long for her to be caught due to the yummy food in the trap. Finally safe February 28th. It was a long, slow process for an emaciated dog like Cookie to gain back to a healthy weight. It was also a long process for her to gain the trust of humans. Her foster worked with her daily to gain her trust. She had obviously never been in a home, nor treated with kindness or affection. Fast forward- Tollhouse Cookie is in excellent shape now. She’s healthy, spayed, microchipped and vaccinated and sassy. Little by little her confidence grew and she has blossomed into an affectionate dog who gets along with other dogs. She has learned that there are good people in this world who want her to have what every dog should have – a home, good food and the love of a human who treats her with gentle kindness. Cookie will probably always be a bit standoffish with new people. She is looking for someone who will take the time she needs to trust. Cookie’s foster Mom is looking for a family that will give Cookie time to blossom in a new environment, and who will enjoy the rewards of seeing how much she can accomplish. Cookie is crate and house-trained and is about 2 years old. She gets along with dogs but would be fine as an only dog. She does have some drive to get those squirrels so we think a home without cats is best. If you would like to know more about Cookie, please fill out an adoption application at www.labrescuefresno.org If you are interested in adopting through Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno, you must first fill out an Adoption Application located at our website www.LabRescueFresno.org All dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccines including rabies; flea/tick topical drops, heartworm tested and microchipped. Thank you for opting to adopt!!    Adoption Fee: Puppies, (2 years of age and under) – $400.00 Adult Dog, (3 through 8 years of age) – $350.00 Senior Dogs (9 years and up) – $200.00 Special consideration may be granted for dogs with medical needs or bonded pairs.   November 3, 2024, 4:38 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Pepper's adoption status with email updates.
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Pepper

Labrador Retriever

Male, Senior
Clovis, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE DO NOT ASK ABOUT AVAILABILITY OR EMAIL THROUGH PETFINDER or ADOPT-A-PET - WE CANNOT RESPOND - READ THE PROCESS BELOW.   If you're interested in any of our wonderful dogs, you must FIRST fill out an Adoption Application at our website listed below. Once we receive it, we'll forward it to the foster family for follow up. We are 100% foster based, so we don't have a facility. Review the process FAQ at our website.   Adoption applications can be found here:  http://labrescuefresno.org/available-labs/adoption-application/    Adoption Fees: Puppies, (2 years of age and under) – $400.00 Adult Dog, (3 through 8 years of age) – $350.00 Senior Dogs (9 years and up) – $200.00 Special consideration may be granted for dogs with medical needs or bonded pairs.      Pepper – Man’s Best Friend Black Male, Age 8, 95 lbs. Are you looking for an ebony hunk of handsome? With good manners thrown in as well?  How about loyal and true?  If you answered yes, look no further! You have found your guy!  Pepper’s my name and charming is my game!  Add a little spice to your life by adopting me, Pepper!  You can’t go wrong adding me to your family!  I am waiting patiently! So, you are probably wondering how such a handsome guy like me found himself looking for love?  All too common of a story in this day and age – taken to the shelter when my previous owners were “moving.”  But don’t feel sorry for me, I am one of the lucky ones!  You see, I was taken in by guardians of four legged furries known to all canines as the defenders of dogs and to humans as the Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno and the rest is history!   I have a loving foster home while I await finding my forever family to love!  And I should add by adopting me you free up a much-needed space to allow the rescue of an overwhelming number of dogs that need saving.  That’s rescue times two! You should know inside this handsome ebony body lies a happy heart of pure gold.  I love people of all shapes and sizes – especially ones that throw tennis balls!  Like all Labs, I love to swim, walk, and chase a ball.  I’ll get you out of the house!  Couple that with perfect house manners and stunningly handsome big boy body, you can’t go wrong!  I am just waiting here for you to come so we can start our new life!  PS.  I promise I will never drop you off at the shelter – I am loyal and true through and through!  Pepper is available for adoption through the Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno.  He is loving and good with people but prefers to be your only king of the house. He is house-trained and respectful of the home.  He loves to play fetch, swim, and go for walks.  In return, he is a happy boy who is very loyal to his people and loves to be the four-legged love of their life.   If you have room in your heart and home, you can’t go wrong with this man’s best friend dog.  If you would like to adopt Pepper, please fill out an application at our website: https://www.LabRescueFresno.Org If you are interested in adopting through Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno, you must first fill out an Adoption Application located at our website www.LabRescueFresno.org All dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccines including rabies; flea/tick topical drops, heartworm tested and microchipped. Thank you for opting to adopt!!    Adoption Fee: Puppies, (2 years of age and under) – $400.00 Adult Dog, (3 through 8 years of age) – $350.00 Senior Dogs (9 years and up) – $200.00 Special consideration may be granted for dogs with medical needs or bonded pairs.   November 3, 2024, 4:38 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Buddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddy

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Clovis, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE DO NOT ASK ABOUT AVAILABILITY OR EMAIL THROUGH PETFINDER or ADOPT-A-PET - WE CANNOT RESPOND - READ THE PROCESS BELOW.   If you're interested in any of our wonderful dogs, you must FIRST fill out an Adoption Application at our website listed below. Once we receive it, we'll forward it to the foster family for follow up. We are 100% foster based, so we don't have a facility. Review the process FAQ at our website.   Adoption applications can be found here:  http://labrescuefresno.org/available-labs/adoption-application/    Adoption Fees: Puppies, (2 years of age and under) – $400.00 Adult Dog, (3 through 8 years of age) – $350.00 Senior Dogs (9 years and up) – $200.00 Special consideration may be granted for dogs with medical needs or bonded pairs.      Buddy– Ready Made Best Friend Black Male X, Age 1 year, 90 lbs. Hello friend! Do you feel lonesome?  Do you want to take walks anywhere and everywhere? Do you like to play fetch? Do you need a best Buddy?  Well, if you answered yes to any of these, look no farther – I am Buddy and eagerly waiting to be your best buddy!  When I find you, there will be no more being alone, there will be walks galore, and we will each have a best buddy! I am a big, cuddly guy waiting for a family to love and be loved by!  So, what are you waiting for? Why don’t we get together and have a wonderful life!  I’m ready to go – you bring the leash, I’ll bring the fun, and together we will share wagging tail love! Wonder how everyone’s Buddy could end up here?  Well, it is a story becoming much more common.  My human who had me since I was 8 weeks old no longer has a home.  There are so many with my same story that the shelters and rescues are overwhelmed.  But thanks to people like you who look to adopt rather than shop, and the Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno, the best defenders of dogs in the whole wide galaxy, I have been given a chance to find myself a home.   So here I am, looking for a forever home, my tail wagging, my heart open for love. You should know my heart is as large as my outside!  I never meet a stranger and can’t wait to say hi!  Dogs of all shapes and sizes are fun too – I am always up for some playtime with anyone who has time.  Fetch is good, squeaker toys must die, swimming is fun, but best of all I like walks by your side.  I have the basics down – sit, stay, wait, down and off, but I am a pleaser and would love to learn more to make you smile.  Really, I am the happiest of guys, looking to be someone’s best Buddy for life.  Will you adopt me please?  I can’t wait to meet you and show you how good I can be. Buddy is available for adoption through the Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno.  He is loving and good with people and dogs.  He is a funny, sweet, happy-go-lucky guy who doesn’t have a mean bone in his body and has a tail that is always wagging.  Like all young Labradors, regular exercise and training are needed to turn them into the best they can be.  If you have room in your heart and home, and need a Buddy, you can’t go wrong with this fun-loving dog.  If you would like to adopt handsome Buddy, please fill out an application at our website: https://www.LabRescueFresno.Org   If you are interested in adopting through Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno, you must first fill out an Adoption Application located at our website www.LabRescueFresno.org All dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccines including rabies; flea/tick topical drops, heartworm tested and microchipped. Thank you for opting to adopt!!    Adoption Fee: Puppies, (2 years of age and under) – $400.00 Adult Dog, (3 through 8 years of age) – $350.00 Senior Dogs (9 years and up) – $200.00 Special consideration may be granted for dogs with medical needs or bonded pairs.   November 3, 2024, 4:38 pm

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Heaven Can Wait Dogs

Fresno, CA 93720

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K9BFF - Fresno

Fresno, CA 93720

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Bandit's Buddies Rescue

Fresno, CA 93720

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Elder Paws Senior Dog Foundation

PO BOX 5243, Fresno, CA 93755

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Senior Pet Rescue Group

P.O. Box 5558, Fresno, CA 93755

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Pug Rescue of Fresno

PO Box 9913, Fresno, CA 93794

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Paw Printz Pitbull Rescue

Fresno, CA 93726

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Animal Rescue of Fresno

Fresno, CA 93726

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Valley Animal Center

3934 N. Hayston Ave., Fresno, CA 93726

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The Cat House on the Kings - Petco Adoption Center

Petco, 4111 N. Blackstone Ave, Fresno, CA 93726

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