American Staffordshire Terrier puppies and dogs in Lodi, California

CHICA was a puppy mill breeder and then dumped on the streets where she lived for a year and got pregnant again. We pulled her out of the storms three days before she gave birth. She was SOOO relieved to have a safe and warm place to whelp and raise her babies, and she wanted me right by her side during the entire 24-hour labor, often leaning on me for support... while I promised she would never have to go through that again. CHICA is now spayed and has come a long way in socialization. She has learned to wag tail at strangers instead of bark. She does bark when other dogs walk by, but more out of jealousy than anything else. We think that she was never allowed indoors before since she took months to build up the courage to come inside. Now all she wants is to be somebody's couch potato! She is enthusiastic with affection and friendly with other dogs and even delivery drivers who she barks at until they come inside the yard to deliver a package, at which point she wags her tail and wants to say hello. ***CHICA displays no form of aggression except with a bit of FOOD GUARDING, as many street dogs do. It's also possible she was not fed enough as she was being used as a breeder. Since she is so friendly in every other way, this could be worked on. Valley Canine Specialists Admin@ValleyCanine.org (209)280-0892

Meet DALILAH. This "used up" breeder was found chained to a fence in Stockton, emaciated, covered in flies and fleas and dried blood, and struggling to walk and breathe. After taking some time to gain her trust, we took her to an after-hours vet to make sure she had no urgent healthcare issues and got some antibiotics for her skin. Turns out she has the worst case of fleas I have ever seen. Even after the dose of Capstar from the vet and a very thorough wash and rinse while she just sat there with her head on my knee and let the fleas wash away in masses, she still had hundreds of them crawling around and trying to get off of her. We will trim her nails and dose her with a longer-term flea medication and some dewormer, which is likely what has caused her distended belly and maybe her malnutrition, almost certainly anemia. We'll schedule her for our intro vet package (thorough health check, vaccinations, microchip), get some x-rays to determine why she has trouble walking, keep her inside for a while so the flies don't go back at it, get her on a regular diet, and hopefully she will be feeling and looking like herself... maybe for the first time ever. #DalilahTails. If you would like to donate to help rescue this poor cuddle-bug snuffle-upagus, click below: https://gofund.me/e8dbf760 Venmo: @ValleyCanine PayPal: @ValleyCanine *** FOLLOW OUR PAGE TO SEE CONTINUOUS 🏵DALILAH🏵 UPDATES. FB.com/ValleyCanineSpecialists #RescueLife. #AdoptionIsLove. #DoTheBestYouCan. #LoveTheDogInFrontOfYou. #BeTheVoiceForTheVoiceless.

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Meet Dante! This lovable guy is looking for his forever home where he can bring endless joy and companionship. Dante is the perfect mix of energy and relaxations, he is always up for a good hike on the trails but equally enjoys lounging at home with his favorite people. Coming from a family with four kids, Dante is no stranger to children and gets along wonderfully with them. His playful and affectionate nature makes him a beloved companion, especially when he greets you at the door with excitement and a wagging tail, ready for some fun. Dante is also a smart and well-behaved boy. He knows commands like sit, wait and stay. His eagerness to please, combined with his loving disposition, makes him a joy to have around. If you’re searching for a furry friend who thrives on adventure yet knows how to settle in for quality family time, Dante could be your perfect match. Give him the loving home he deserves, and he will repay you with loyalty & fun.

***Potential adopters must fill out the questionnaire at the end of the bio and forward it to graciabutter@gmail.com. Meet Bruce! Bruce is a 1 year old, 75lb, happy-go-lucky, staffy mix. You would never know by his demeanor that, until he was rescued, he lived in a dirty crate with no bedding for most of his short life. He is a happy boy and he thinks that he is a lap dog. Bruce gets along well with other dogs once he gets to know them. He currently lives in a foster home with dogs ranging in size from 5lbs to 75 lbs and he is gentle with the littles. When meeting a new dog, he can get a bit over-stimulated so he needs to be introduced slowly. Bruce doesn’t know his size and can be a bull in a china shop so we feel that he would do best in a home without young children and with someone who has experience with large breed dogs. He’s a diamond in the rough with so much potential to be your perfect companion. This goofy boy will definitely melt your heart and give you years of big sloppy kisses. Bruce is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations. Animal Rescue Recon ensures that each dog is current on its vaccinations, has been or will be spayed or neutered, and is microchipped to help keep pets out of the shelters and get them back home where they belong. ****Answers to the questionnaire must be emailed to GraciaButter@gmail.com. Please tell us a bit about yourself/family • What city do you live in? • Do you rent or own? • Any children in the home? What ages? List all family members living in the home • What is your work schedule? Family schedule? • How many hours per day would the pet be left alone? • Where is the pet kept when left alone? • Where does the pet sleep? • Any other pets in the home? If so, what type/breed? • How often will the dog be exercised? • If the dog becomes ill or injured are you financially prepared to provide medical care? • Are you prepared to care for this dog for its life span of 10+ years? • Do you have a training plan? Please explain. • Do you have a plan in place if something happens and you can no longer care for the dog? • Before adoption, an up-close video of your fenced yard will be required - the entire perimeter including gates and the bottom of the fencing. The yard must be free of foxtails and fully secured. • Home check may be performed • If "meet & greet" is scheduled, all household members, dogs included, must be present. Our adoption fee is $350 The fee covers having the dog fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered, and microchipped.

Harley is a 1 year old and 46 pound dog who is looking for their forever home. He is a very active guy who moves fast and would probably love being in agility or something of that nature. His energy is infectious and if you need motivation to move your body, Harley has you covered! He loves to run and explore and see all there is to see out and about!I don’t have a history with dogs. I may do well with a slow introduction.I don’t have a history with cats. I may do well with a slow introduction. I don’t have a history with kids. I may do well with yours!

We are a couple looking to rehome our loving 2 year old indoor pup Koa who has lots of energy. He enjoys being around other people and dogs. One of his favorite activities is being at the dog park for hours if he can. He also really enjoys being around water (bath time included). He can be a bit stubborn at times but is very kind-hearted and clingy around his owners. He knows the basic obedience commands and has good patience. Needs more work with leash training has a slight issue with resource guarding on small toys he can chew up easily so we avoid giving him any soft toys as he’s a heavy chewer. He is really good in the house and does not have any destructive behavior. Please note he has sensitive allergies and takes meds every morning for them. We hope to have someone or a family with good space for him to support his daily needs. He seems to get anxious in smaller environments so it would be preferred to have enough space where he can release his energy on a daily basis.

**Yuji is Better World Rescue's longest resident and has been looking for a home for THREE YEARS. Transport can be arranged within continental US for serious adopters.** Yuji is a big old senior goofball who loves rolling around on a nice grassy lawn. He loves every human he meets and is always ready for adventure. Yuji loves to run around with zoomies in his yard before retiring back to the couch for a nice nap. Check out Yuji's cutest moments playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVb0fq1O6CwkPbzR2tCqGBBDWIMflKp6C Yuji was unfortunately hit by a car in Manteca and when his owners were contacted to let them know their family dog was injured and in the shelter, they chose to surrender him over the phone instead of taking him home. Since the shelter has no veterinary resources, he had to find rescue right away or be euthanized. Better World Rescue took this sweet boy in and we are so happy that we did. He is great in the car and loves to lounge around with his humans. He has now recovered fully from his injuries and has a clean bill of health for adoption. Yuji is house-trained, crate-trained and knows his basic commands. Yuji would be easiest as an only dog as he can guard food and toys from other dogs. But he can live with other dogs in an experienced home with slow introductions. He is not recommended to live with cats as he has moderate prey drive. He is working on walking a bit more calmly on leash, but seeing this happy boy prance around is actually pretty cute. All Better World Rescue dogs qualify for complimentary private and/or group training to ensure a successful adoption. Yuji is microchipped, neutered and up to date on his vaccinations. Give this sweet boy his forever home today! Fill out an application at: https://betterworldrescue.org/adoption-application/ One of our volunteers will reach out within one business day to set up a meet and greet and answer any questions.

Ever heard of a Boxachi (Boxer-Chihuahua Mix) We hadn’t either until we met sweet Belle! She is a 4 year old, 27 pound, tan and white, Boxer-Chihuahua mix. Her daughter Hannah is also available for adoption. This pretty girl is being rehomed because she is not friendly with her families Alpacas and Chickens. No more country life for Belle. She’s a city girl at heart and loves the creature comforts of home! She is a love bug. She is an absolute love that loves people and gets along with most other dogs and cats. She is housebroken and is a housedog. She walks well on a leash and loves car rides. She’s ready to go everywhere you go. Belle is scheduled to be spayed. She is microchipped and currently vaccinated. Are you ready for a new best friend? Belle is ready for you to love her! OFFICEIf you are interested in this dog or would like more information please send me an Adoption QuestionnaireThank youAdoption Fees For Dogs Start At $ 400- 500 Medium & Large Mixed Breed Adult Dogs: $400 plus Medium & Large Pure Breed Adult Dogs or Puppies: $450.00 plus Medium & Large Mixed Breed Puppies: $400 plus Small Mixed Breeds (Puppies & Adults): $450 plus Purebred & Designer Dogs (Puppies & Adults): $500 plus (Fees subject to change) Adopt Today! What is included In adoption fee for dogs Spayed or neutered. Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv – Vaccination against canine distemper, adenovirus, hepatitis, parainfluenza, and parvovirus. (3 to 4 depending on how long we have them) Rabies vaccination (if old enough). De-wormed, Front-lined and Micro-chipped. A free baby-well exam certificate that most vets will honor. One week of dry dog or cat food. One toy and one blanket. *Micro-Chip included We appreciate that you are interested in one or more of our dogs or cats for adoption. Here is a list of things that should help us answer you in a more timely manner. 1. When you apply please always use the same email address. If we need to look something up later and you used a different email we are often not able to find it. 2. Adopt a Pet and Petfinders ask you to send us an enquiry. This always delays our response. (Why) a. Our biographies are always very detailed. Therefore sending an enquiry asking us to repeat what it says in the biography causes a lot more work and delays our response. b. We are a small non-profit and do not always have the help to answer as many enquiries as we get. c. Again our Biographies are very detailed and if you just click the link near the bottom of their bio you can fill out an application which we will respond to. 3. For the AFC website (scroll down to the bio at the bottom it says (apply to adopt today- click that link) www.animalfriendsconnect.org 4. For Petfinders ( scroll down to the biography then click the adoption link) http://animalfriendsconnect.org/adoption-application-dogs/ 5. For Adopt a Pet (scroll way down past “Ask about me”) you will see the biography and underneath that will be the adoption questionnaire link. We are closed on Sundays unless you make prior arrangements and schedule an appointment Adoption Fees For Dogs Start At $ 350 Medium & Large Mixed Breed Adult Dogs: $350 plus Medium & Large Mixed Breed Puppies: $400 plus Small Mixed Breeds (Puppies & Adults): $400 plus Purebred Dogs and Designer dogs (Puppies & Adults) $450 plus (Fees subject to change) Adoption includes: Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv – Vaccination against canine distemper, adenovirus, hepatitis, parainfluenza, and parvovirus. Petco Lodi, Sunwest Plaza Address: 2350 W Kettleman Ln Suite 120, Lodi, CA 95242 Cats daily – Dogs every weekend from 11AM to 2:30 PM Phone: (209) 263-6107 Cat adoptions at Petco Stockton daily and on Saturdays from 11AM to 2PM