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Chase

Labrador Retriever Husky

Male, 7 yrs 8 mos
White Bear Lake, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chase is a 7.5 yr old male black lab, shepherd, husky mix with blue eyes- he's a big guy at 86#, and this is his ideal weight. He previously lived with people that were happy to have him in the family, but didn't really spend any time with obedience training - Chase knows his name but no commands. The foster is teaching him to sit for a treat. He is also learning leash manners - still tends to pull if he wants to check something out. He enjoys time outside, and being part husky, he will vocalize to you when he wants to go out. Actually, he also does that when he wants treats and pets......you just have to figure out which one he wants. Because he can get over a 4 ft. high fence, Chase needs a 5 ft fenced enclosure so he can safely be outside for extended periods, or he will need to be on a tieout. Chase enjoys walks, and will chase after small critters in the yard. There are 2 felines in his foster home and he ignores them. He is almost indifferent to the other dog in his foster home, and would be perfectly content to be the "only dog". He enjoys chewing on bones (tends to bury them when he is done chewing) and on rope toys; some interest in balls, but not in retrieving them. Chase likes some attention from his people, especially pets and belly rubs - he's a dog that will sit close to you, but not necessarily snuggle. Well behaved indoors, and has free run of the house when left - thus far he's been left for about 4 hrs. but the foster expects he would be fine up to 8 hrs. Chase is housebroken, and will come over to you, "talk", and walk to the door when he needs to go out. He sheds seasonally, and will need brushing in the spring to remove the winter undercoat he develops. I don't know if he has ever lived with children - Chase is a mature dog, and not interested in playing. Chase is neutered and current on distemper and rabies vaccinations. His microchip is registered to Second Chance. Chase has a $275 adoption fee. If you are interested in meeting him, call 651-771-5662.
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Mister

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
White Bear Lake, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Did you know the great jazz singer Billie Holiday had a beloved dog named Mister? Mister was her constant companion and so loved there was even a children’s book written about them. Well, we think we have a pretty special Mister too and he is looking for his forever home. Mister came to us from Texas where he spent 240 days at a shelter waiting to be chosen by a family, likely because black dogs are the last ones to be chosen. The shelter in Texas called him a “gold star” dog because of his sweet demeanor. Second Chance saw his glowing profile and soon Mister was on a transport making the long trip to Minnesota. This handsome guy is about 2.5 years old and weighs 70#. Mister settled into life in Minnesota well and like many of the Texas dogs we take into the program, is delighted by snow. He’s moderately active – a daily walk or two is needed but he doesn’t require an excessive amount of exercise. Mister LOVES his foster mom, and we suspect he will bond quickly with his forever family. He is currently the only dog in the household but does well with the other dogs at doggie daycare. We think he would be just fine being the only dog in the house since he tends to seek out people wherever he goes. Mister loves toys, but quickly shreds soft toys. Long lasting bones to chew or puzzle toys tend to keep him entertained longer. True to his lab roots, this guy likes to eat. To make sure he doesn’t inhale his food, Mister’s foster mom feeds him using a slow bowl. If you don’t have one of those, adding some tennis balls to the bowl works well. Even though he devours his food, he isn’t much of a beggar and doesn’t counter surf. Also true to his lab roots, he likes to swim in the pool at daycare! We imagine he’d appreciate a chance to swim here and there, whether it’s a pool or a lake! Mister is unsure about the fast movements and variety of noises made by small children. Because of that we feel he would fit best in a home with no children or older children who are used to living with a dog. He likes to cuddle, but on his own terms – he doesn’t always appreciate being hugged but will seek out his person when he’s ready for affection. Mister is reliably house trained and barks appropriately. He does well in the house when left alone and has never needed a kennel. Mister loves to sleep with his foster mom at night and would likely try to share the bed in his forever home as well. Mister is neutered and is current on rabies and distemper vaccinations. His heartworm and tick panel were all negative, and he has a microchip. His adoption fee is $375. If you’re interested in learning more about our gold star, Mister, please call Second Chance at 651-771-5662.
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Cash - NEED FOSTER

Great Pyrenees

Male, 4 yrs
White Bear Lake, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cash is a big, gentle, 4 year old, 84# Pyrenees mix softie with big, brown soulful eyes. He loves being with people and desperately wants to be part of a family. He wants to be close but is not super needy. He is a loyal protector who is alert to anything outside “his” home that might disturb “his” family. That could be anything from dogs barking down the street to trucks pulling up. He has a deep loud bark that might be a problem in an apartment or a place with shared walls. Cash was a stray from an over crowded southern shelter but with his long fur coat he is wonderful for Minnesota’s winters. He enjoys being outdoors, and a fenced yard is required so that he can do his due diligence & keep his yard safe. Cash walks well on leash without much pulling and is easily redirected if he does tug. He really loves his walks. He knows some commands like sit, shake, lay down, and will follow the command of “wait / stay” before getting his food. He seems to understand “come” but his independent nature leads him to sometimes think about whether he wants to obey or not. Cash is not a high energy dog; he loves to cuddle and to be around people; he is housetrained & will let you know when he needs to go out & potty. He likes to graze his food so it’s best to feed him 3 or 4 smaller meals daily if possible. He can be a counter-surfer due to his size. He is kennel/crate-trained but likes a treat incentive to go in. He sleeps in his kennel at night but likely would love to sleep with his people. He seems to like everyone and has been good with all the dogs he has met; the shelter he was in used him as a “dog test” dog to determine if other dogs were dog friendly or not. He has been to a dog park and was sociable with the dogs there but was not interested in playing with them. His only fault, probably because he was a stray and often went without food, is that he will tend to guard his food around other dogs (not with people). He does best with a slow-feeder bowl. So he would do best as an only dog in the home. Because of this behavior, he might not be a match with cats. His curious nature and desire to please his people will make him a wonderful companion to the right family. Cash has been in boarding for a couple weeks. He is such a wonderful dog that he deserves to find a family, and is neutered and vaccinated. While fostering, Second Chance can provide food and supplies (if needed) and cover medical costs. An adopter would have the first opportunity to adopt Cash. If you have questions, or can offer to foster, call 651-771-5662. PS - I met Cash at the boarding facility - if I didn't already have 3 dogs and a cat, he would have come home with me !!
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Luna

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 4 yrs
White Bear Lake, MN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Luna is a 4 yr old, 54# hound that came to us from a Reservation. She is calm, gentle, sweet, and shows her affection by giving you little kisses. She is housebroken - doesn’t ask to go out, but is put out 3-4 times/day; first thing in the morning, just before bedtime, and a couple times in between. Luna is so well behaved that she doesn’t need to be kenneled when left. A kennel is in the foster’s bedroom, and the door left open – at night, she will either sleep in bed with her foster mom or will go into the kennel on her own. Luna is very easy to have around, except for her prey drive (especially for rabbits – I wouldn't doubt she had to hunt for her own food on the Reservation, and she became quite skilled at it). Luna needs to be walked in a harness by someone that is strong enough to hold her back - if she sees a bunny, or other critter, she goes after it. Now the foster keeps her on a long lead even when she goes out into the fenced yard, just to be safe (if you had a 5 ft fence or higher, you wouldn't need to keep her on a lead). Luna likes attention, but is not a pest. She knows the “sit” command and comes when called. No interest in toys; does play with the younger foster pup in the house. Luna would be fine as an only dog, or could be paired with another canine. Fine riding in the car – stayed in the back seat. We haven’t seen her interact with kids, but expect she would be good with kids 8 yr and up……….they should not have an expectation of play or walking her. Luna is quiet – seldom barks. She has been spayed, and is current on distemper and rabies vaccinations. The heartworm test and tick profiles are negative. Her microchip is registered to Second Chance. Luna has a $375 adoption fee. Call 651-771-5662 if you would like to meet her.
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Maxx

Labrador Retriever Great Pyrenees

Male, 1 yr
White Bear Lake, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Maxx is a very handsome 1 yr old, 92# pryenees/lab mix that presented as an unclaimed stray, but has been in his foster home for a while and we know quite a bit about him. Maxx is good with other dogs, and enjoys the other young canine in the home, as well as all the dog friends he has made at the dog park. The highlight of each day is the trip to the dog park, where he is a hit with the people and with other playful dogs – this gives him the opportunity get a fair amount of exercise daily, which all young dogs need. Max has been left for 8 hr workdays, and is so excited when "his" person returns home that he does zoomies and jumps to greet (foster working on correcting this) . Starting out, Maxx will need to be crated when left, or he gets bored and into mischief (can be bribed to go in with treats if necessary). Once he learns the household routine he might not need confinement. No experience with cats. His foster dad says that Maxx is “all love”. He enjoys being with people, especially if they will snuggle with him. At night, Maxx either sleeps in bed with his person, or on the sofa. If you are receptive, he will try to fit into your lap when you are sitting in a chair – he just doesn’t realize how big he is. There aren't any children in his foster home, but we think he would really enjoy an older child – perhaps 10 and up (so they wouldn’t accidentally get knocked over in play). Chews are a really big hit - be sure he has a good supply. The vet doesn’t want him chewing on rawhides or bones– says they are too hard for a dog’s teeth – so perhaps something like nylabones. Leash trained - will pull some if he sees another person or dog he would like to meet, but is manageable. Responds to "sit" and "lay down" commands; he comes when called if he's not too busy doing something else (enjoys a treat reward when he comes running back). His recall is good at the dog park, but if he got out of his yard we expect he would go exploring. A fenced in yard would be a must so he can get some exercise and play time - he presently has another playful dog to be out with. If his people worked outside of the home, another dog in the home would be required. If his person was able to be home with him much of the time, another dog would be ideal, but not required. He respects the 4 ft fence. As with any young dog, he would benefit from obedience classes. Rides well in the car - likes to be in the front seat next to you, so might need to tether him if you want him to stay in the back. Doesn't seem to have an interest in toys for self-entertainment......only to use to tease other dogs to play tug or to chase after him. Barks appropriately. Housebroken. Maxx is a wonderful young dog, and is best matched with an active person/family. He would thrive in a home where he wouldn't need to be left for long work days. Preference will be given to someone who can also continue taking him to the dog park at least a couple times a week. He does minimal shedding, and enjoys being brushed. Maxx is neutered, and current on vaccinations (including lepto). His microchip is registered to Second Chance. The heartworm test and tick profiles are negative. Call 651-771-5662 if you are interested in meeting him. His adoption fee is $325.. Considering Maxx for adoption?
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Breezy

Aussiedoodle

Female, 2 yrs
White Bear Lake, MN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Breezy is in a temporary foster home, and her foster mom is unable to continue fostering. So we are looking for either someone to foster Breezy with intent to adopt her, or an adopter. Please read all about her. Are you looking for a SUPER SMART dog? Well, we have one. Breezy is looking for her forever home after being an unclaimed stray in a southern shelter. She is a 2 year old, 56# female Standard Poodle / Australian Shepherd mix with a ton of personality and intelligence. In the first 12 hours of her being at her foster home, she learned three talking buttons (outside, toy, and puzzle) - We had to put the puzzle away because she pressed it continuously for more treats! She has mastered four doggy puzzles so far and has learned several new tricks. Breezy has a lot of energy and would play all day long - she needs a home with another playful dog about her size and someone who is home much of the time or able to take her to work – she gets bored without stimulation. You need to accept the challenge of staying one step ahead of her ! She does well with all-sized dogs and children (foster’s children are ages 4 & 10). She is perfectly potty trained and has had no accidents in her foster home (which has hundreds of dog smells, so very tempting). Foster has a dog door and she loves to be outside and find outside treasures. She will need a fenced yard with a secure fence that is at least 5 ft. high. From her foster Mom: Breezy LOVES to chew. At her former foster home she was chewing things that didn’t belong to her, but at my house has only chewed dog things. I give her lots of options and make sure she is learning what is hers and what isn’t. She responds well to “no” and will drop something right away. She was hesitant to go on car rides because she lacked confidence, but now she jumps right in. She doesn’t have recall skills yet and needs to be on leash if not in a fenced area. She loves to run and go on walks, and walks on a leash pretty well. I am confident she would learn VERY quickly and is incredibly smart & train-able. She HATES being crated or gated. We don’t have kennels at my house but in her past, she has chewed through them. If she is gated away from her people, she will bark and be very anxious. We leave her with run of the house along with the resident dogs when we are gone and she is completely fine. She likes to look out the window and giving her a chew bone or kong full of food and peanut butter will help keep her busy. She doesn’t shed very much unless she is nervous and will need occasional grooming. Breezy is very entertaining and loves to sit in your lap or really on any part of you that she is allowed to. She sleeps on her back with feet sticking straight in the air and her tongue out. She loves to be in our bed at night, but is trainable and would sleep in a dog bed if taught to do so. Recap: Highlights: very smart, trainable, loving, playful, good with other dogs and kids, 100% house broken, minimal shedding, loves her person and is BEAUTIFUL. Things to work on: chewing and loving “nibbles”, occasional jumping, anxiety on being gated/crated. Needs: High-energy, needs stimulation, exercise, and someone to work with her and keep her engaged, best with another dog in the home to play with and someone who is home much of the time. She will make a WONDERFUL companion for the right active person who wants to work with a SUPER smart dog. A dog trainer would especially be impressed with her intelligence and ease of training. Breezy is spayed, up to date on Vaccines, and the Tick Panel was negative. Her heartworm test was positive, and she was treated in October of last year. She'll need a blood recheck between April-July of this year - this is mandatory to be certain that this test is negative for the heartworm antigen. Second Chance will cover the cost of this follow-up test. Her adoption fee is $400. Call 651-771-5662 if you are interested in meeting her. Considering this pet for adoption?

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Pleading Paws Pet Rescue

PO BOX 357, Hugo, MN 55038

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Saving Shepherds of Minnesota

PO Box 2, Hugo, MN 55038

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Second Chance Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 10533, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

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St. Francis of Assisi Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 256, Forest Lake, MN 55025

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Red Lake Rosie's Rescue

St. Paul, MN 55127

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Minnesota Sheltie Rescue

P.O. Box 395, Circle Pines, MN 55014

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Greater Minnesota Rottweiler Rescue

PO Box 187, Lino Lakes, MN 55014

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Twin Cities Pet Rescue

PO Box 28245, St Paul, MN 55128

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Minnesota Progressive Animal Welfare Society

P.O. Box9253, Saint Paul, MN 55109

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