We adopted Nala as a puppy from the Dane County Humane Society 7 years ago. She is an energetic, playful dog who loves people and has done well with other dogs in the past. She is looking for a home that can provide her with plenty of exercise and activities. She's a well-behaved dog, with limited skills and training included. She is also crate trained, knows how to "heel", sit, lay down, shake, settle and also can catch a frisbee which she loves playing with. Her other favorite is tug of war. Her high energy levels and requirements for exercise and attention has become a challenge with our newborn baby and we want to find a home that is a perfect fit for her. It is better for Nala that she finds a home that is well-suited for her.

6yo, 40lb Hobbs is a sweet little guy. He was a rescue that has done well in our household for years until the recent arrival of our baby. The transition has not gone well and he deserves to have a home where he can receive the love and attention he needs. He does well with routine and a job to do, fetch is his favorite, has no prey drive, crated at night but will sleep whether door is open or closed, walks well on a leash, indifferent to other dogs in passing, house trained but needs structure. Very smart, very trainable. Would not do well in a home with babies/toddlers Important - Experience with working dogs will serve you well - the maintenance of these types of breeds is unlike most others and it is important that negative reinforcement to control behavior is not used.

Meet Wednesday, a tiny puppy with a big personality! He was brought to CHA after being found as a stray by a good Samaritan. He is a 2 month-old mixed breed dog who currently weighs 10 lbs. He will grow to be a large sized dog. Wednesday is a confident, playful puppy who enjoys going on long walks, exploring the play yard, and rolling around on his blankets as he chews on his toys. Wednesday is always happy to meet new people, and will greet visitors with a wiggly body. He is very intelligent and learns new skills quickly. While at a foster home, Wednesday displayed some food guarding behaviors while eating next to his sibling. Wednesday has now begun a food guarding desensitization plan but it will be important for adopters to continue with this plan and consult a trainer for further guidance to correct these behaviors while he is still young.As he has displayed resource guarding behaviors, Wednesday would do best in a home with mature children who understand that he should not be disturbed while eating food or high value treats, and who are not as likely to drop food on the floor. If this sounds like your home, and you`re looking to add some puppy goofiness to your life, Wednesday could be the perfect dog for you!

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Pepperoni was part of a litter of eight puppies rescued several months ago. He was adopted together with one of his siblings, but circumstances have changed and Pepperoni is in need of a new forever home! He is crate-trained, housebroken, neutered, and has been through a beginner obedience class. Their mom says he is a quick learner, very obedient, and likes to track things. That tracking includes chasing cats, so Pepperoni needs a home with no cats or other small pets. He likes kids but can knock down smaller children while he is loving them. Apply to adopt Pepperoni at ricopetrecovery.org. Adoption fee is $250.

Meet Loki! His foster family picked him up as a stray. Loki is a beautiful, smart German Shepherd that is now fully up to date on all of his vetting. Loki is great on a leash, great with the family cat, house trained and doing well with other dogs. He doesn't understand children and needs to have an adult-only (or children over 15) home. Loki wants to protect his house and needs slow introductions to new people who arrive. He's a great dog who needs patient adopters that are willing to work with him and develop his potential. His foster family loves him! Shepherd experience is always a plus!You can apply to meet him at ricopetrecovery.org!Adoption fee is $250

Sassy is currently at county pound but we will pull her if we can find a foster.Sassy and 8 other dogs were taken from abusive owners. Prior to being seized, Sassy lived indoors and never went outside.We have a volunteer who has gone to the shelter and has taken Sassy for walks and reports that Sassy is a wonderful dog! She is good on a leash and loves belly rubs.Sassy needs to be on a strong leash at all times. She gets spooked easily (remember, all of this is new to her) by cars, loud noises, etc.Sassy is approximately 40 pounds. She has been spayed. Sassy lived with dozens of cats prior to being seized and taken to the shelter.Apply to foster Sassy and help her learn to trust people and gain confidence at ricopetrecovery.org

Meet Iris and check out her amazing transformation from starved and scared to confident and stunning!This beautiful happy gal was found In very rough shape. She weighed in at 42 lbs and pretty much hairless. Iris spent the last 6 months getting healthy.Iris was on a very strict diet to help her gain weight in healthy increments with some crate rest. Her foster family has spent a lot of time helping her learn to be a loved dog and live her best healthy life. Iris is a special dog, she gets along with all the dogs in her foster home and loves to play. Her favorite friend is her foster dog sister Evie who is also a German shepherd. She loves kids and takes treats so gently. Iris has a tendency to jump on people for a big German Shepherd hug. She would do best in a home with Breed experience She doesnt love being left alone. You never have to worry about Iris getting into anything because she wants to be right by your side. Iris is a true survivor with a heart of pure gold. She is about 3 yrs old. You can apply to meet her at ricopetrecovery.org. Adoption fee is $250

Spooky came to us as an underweight under socialized puppy. He has gained 20 pounds in our care and has really come out of his shell. Spooky is now ready for his forever home. He is crate trained and potty trained. Spooky is good on a leash and comes to a whistle or his name. He is quite content hanging out or napping on a couch. He is great with other dogs. You can apply to meet Spooky at ricopetrecovery.org. Adoption fee is $350 and includes first to set of vaccines neuter and microchip.

Dixie was surrendered by her owners who did not have time for her.Dixie is a young husky-mix who does well with other dogs but has not been cat tested.Dixie is affectionate and playful. She is house-trained and likes snuggling in bed with her humans. Apply at ricopetrecovery.org to meet Miss Dixie.

Say hello to DINO! This bundle of joy came into the rescue and stole everyone’s heart immediately. His kind endearing eyes will make your heart melt. Dino was a puppy that was found by a wonderful person at the person’s place of employment. He fed Dino daily and allowed him to sleep in his car on his lunch breaks. Dino remained loyal and stayed around the place of work until they reached out for help from the rescue. To this day he loves cars and feels very safe from the outside cruel world inside of one. Dino has now been placed in a loving foster home and is learning to play wonderful with the foster’s big dogs and puppies that are fostering with him half his size. Dino is doing great in a crate and potty training. This guy catches on really quick. He is so appreciative of having a safe environment to thrive. He will lay on you or keep his head in your lap forever if you will allow. Personality: Dino is goofy, energetic, and playful! He does well with correction. Dino would be great in a home with another dog to keep showing the ropes of puppy life. He is soooooo ready to be your new best friend and would love a home where he can grow to be a wonderful life long family companion. Once adopted Dino will travel via the Rescue Transport to his new family. They travel each weekend from Memphis, Tennessee to the northeast, delivering pups along the way as far north as West Greenwich, Rhode Island. Transport is an additional $185. If you would like to make this cutie part of your family, please follow the link below to our adoption application. Our turnaround time is typically less than 24 hours so please be prepared before you submit your application. https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9