IMPORTANT: The first step in the adoption process is to complete an adoption application. We have a limited number of volunteers and we do not have the resources to respond to inquiries about specific dogs from non-applicants. If you are interested in a Peppertree dog you must submit an application. NO EXCEPTIONS!
IMPORTANT: If you are looking to surrender your dog to Peppertree, please see our Surrendering Your Dog Section of this web site.
The application is available online (and via a downloadable PDF file). If you have completed a similar application for another group and have a copy, we will accept that; mail it to PO Box 2396, Albany NY 12220.
If you are out of the immediate Capital District area and cannot attend a Peppertree Clinic in the Albany, NY area, we ask that you provide a home visit report from a local rescue group with your application. You will need to travel to meet our volunteers and our dogs.
Applicants will receive regular notification regarding the dogs available for adoption and will be invited to our clinics to meet our dogs.
ARLO/BUDDY - Lab/Chessie, male, 5 years. Arlo is an intelligent boy who is eager to please and would do well in obedience. At first, Arlo is fearful of strangers and is currently working on overcoming this fear. He will need a dog savvy and understanding family that will continue to help him through his fears so he learns to understand that all strangers are not bad. After a proper introduction, he settles in and will sit by your side and be a loyal companion. Arlo enjoys running around and playing with the other dogs. He also loves to be a lap dog! Arlo is a larger boy at approximately 75 pounds so we would not recommend him being placed with children. Cats are unknown.
ASHLEY - Shepherd/Husky, female, 10 years. Ashley came to Peppertree because her owner was moving and was going to bring her to a shelter where her chances of being adopted were slim. A neighbor took her in but could not keep her and she was brought to Peppertree. Ashley is a bit confused with all the changes but shows no signs of aggression. Once she settles in, she can be very loving. She is good with people and other dogs. While not observed by us, we have been told she is good with cats. Due to her age we would not place her with young children.
BECCA - Lab/Pointer, female, 2 years. Becca is a beautiful girl in both looks and personality. She is, however, very shy in new situations, though she warms up quickly to people. She is good with other dogs. Due to her shyness she would not be placed with young children. She should go to a home that has a fenced yard and preferably other dogs. How she is with cats is unknown. She is heartworm positive and will need to complete the treatment which is covered by Peppertree.
BOSCOE - Beagle, male, 12 years. Bosco is a small(approx. 25 lbs), quiet, and friendly boy who has been an adored pet. He tolerates other dogs; is obedient, neutered, and housebroken. Bosco also walks well on a leash and enjoys cuddling. He will continue to receive some medical (dental) attention while being fostered.
Boscoe Needs A Foster Home!
BRIDGET - Chihuahua, female, 5 years. Bridget came to Peppertree from a hoarder who had 25 chihuahuas and she was never socialized. However, Bridget has come a long way in trusting humans and once she gets to know you she will cuddle up and take a nap, right after she kisses you. Her favorite napping place is on top of a nice bedroom pillow. She gets along with other dogs but will chase a cat. Since Bridget has not been around children and due to her petite size of 7 pounds, young children are probably not a good idea. Bridget will let you know when someone new comes to the house- she can be quite the little watch dog!
BRONZE MARIE - Golden Retriever/Chow Mix, female, 1 year. Bronze Marie is still very much a puppy with a lot of energy. She is great with people and will quickly roll over for a belly rub. However, she is not great with many dogs. Whether this is because she is an alpha-wanna-be or due to lack of socialization with other dogs is unclear at this time. Due to her intolerance of some dogs, we will not place in a home with young children. How she is with cats is unknown.
Bronze Marie Needs A Foster Home!
CHARLENE - Hound/Great Pyrenese Mix, female, 4 months. Charlene came up from Georgia with her four siblings and mama. She is as cute as a button! Her entire litter is a little shy, but Charlene is getting bolder and more confident every day in her foster home. She sometimes gets spooked and flattens out, but she quickly recovers and will crawl to you for attention. Charlene is sweet, playful, relatively calm, and is eager to show affection to her foster family. She absolutely loves other dogs and is very eager to follow their lead. She would love it if her new family included another playful, confident dog. She has not had any housebreaking accidents in her foster home (yet) but will still need to be carefully monitored to continue her progress. Charlene LOVES her crate and will often retreat to it when unsure about her surroundings. With some basic training and patience Charlene will make a great addition to a family. If you are looking for a nice young dog, come to a clinic and meet Charlene. She will melt your heart.
CHRISTY - Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Mix, female, 7 month. Christy is a beautiful, petite girl who is only 20 lbs and will not grow much bigger. She has one blue eye and one brown eye. She is very sweet and wants to be with people. She does try to play with cats so might be better off in a home without cats or with a dog savvy kitty only. Christy is energetic and needs a family that can
provide her with an outlet (she loves to chase a ball). She is crate trained and mostly housebroken. She is a little jumpy so needs to learn some manners, but is learning quickly as she is very, very attentive and smart - she wants very much to please and responds very well to both praise and treats. She seems
fine with other dogs although she likes to jump up in their faces and some dogs do not appreciate that. Christy should make a wonderful family pet.
Christy Needs A Foster Home!
DEWEY - Hound/Great Pyrense Mix, 4 months old. Dewey came up from Georgia with his four siblings and mama. Dewey is such a funny, sweet puppy! Initially, he was one of the more timid pups with of people. He has really warmed up quickly in his foster home! He absolutely loves other dogs and is very eager to follow their lead - so if they love a person it is not long before Dewey does too. He should definitely be placed with another playful, confident dog. In his foster home he is always happy and looking to play! He loves to wrestle and run in the yard but will need a fence until he has had proper training. He is a typical puppy-- his housebreaking is going well but not 100%, and he is crate trained and the crate is useful because he will chew things that are not his. Overall, Dewey just needs a home willing to spend some time catching him up with human socializing and able to put a little time in to the normal puppy training.
FRANNY - Chihuahua, female,3- 5 years. Franny is a very smart little lady. She walks well on a leash. She is a little shy but when she comes to you she will kiss you all over. You can do your morning stretches with her. She gets along well with other dogs. Also, she loves to eat and get treats. If you are looking for a dog to help you laugh, Franny is it. She is just looking for a home that will give her the TLC she deserves.
GIDGET - Chihuahua, female, 2 years. Gidget is a precious 6 pound bundle of love! She was given up by a woman who had too many dogs and could not give them proper care. She had some teeth pulled after she came to Peppertree, and is now in excellent health. She is a little shy at first with strangers, but warms up quickly. We would not place her in a home with children because of her size, and because she is a bit afraid of them. She gets along well with the resident dog in her foster home, and would be happy either as an only dog, or in a home with another quiet dog. Because of her tiny bladder and previous living situation, she is not reliably housebroken. She will do best in a home where someone is with her during the day to let her out. In her foster home, she has piddle pads in her crate during the day, as her foster parents are sometimes late getting home. She is happiest with her people, and will make someone a wonderful companion for a very long time!
JAKE - German Shorthaired Pointer, male, 12 years. Jake is the perfect mature companion. He is in excellent condition and would be thrilled with a game of fetch or a walk a day. The rest of his time he is looking to spend by your side, getting attention and snoozing. He spent the last 12 years living outdoors or in a shed during the winter months so he is still perfecting his housebreaking. He is crate trained and doe not mind being crated if you need to leave him. He is wonderful with other dogs but cats are still unknown. Jake would likely be fine with children though not formally tested with them in his foster home. Jake is just a happy, laid back guy who is looking to find a warm loving home to spend his golden years.
JAMES - Shepherd/Husky Mix, male, 12-13 years. James is a stately gentleman. Found as a stray on the streets on NYC, he is looking for a home where he can be a quiet companion to someone. He is excellent with people and other dogs. He also rides well in a car. He appears to be uninterested in cats. Due to his age, we would not place him with young children.
James Needs A Foster Home!
KATE - Australian Shepherd Mix, female, 7-8 years. Kate is extremely smart and affectionate and weighs in at around 35 pounds. However, as is common with the breed, she can be a bit hyper at times and needs regular daily exercise. She is excellent on a leash. Kate has some quirks and a high herding drive. As such, she must be crated when no one is home and possibly in the car, but is fine in the house when someone is there – even overnight. Kate is good with cats and generally good with other dogs. She needs to go to an adult only home with very dog-savvy people who are familiar with the herding breeds. She must have a fenced yard. If someone is willing to work Kate into a fairly rigid daily routine that includes exercise and staying on top of her, she is a funny, loving, very affectionate, and very devoted girl.
LEROY - Hound Mix, male, 8 years. Leroy is the sweetest older gentleman you could find! He came in to a local vet as a stray and hated being in the kennels. In his foster home, it is clear he was once a loved house pet. He has excellent manners, he is completely housebroken, knows a few simple commands like sit, and is generally well behaved. He is currently living with multiple dogs and does fine with all of them but clearly prefers his people. He wants to be where his foster parents are all the time and seems to enjoy nothing more than laying near them and getting some affection. Leroy is the perfect laid back guy, an easy keeper. He could use to lose a few pounds so a daily exercise routine would be perfect for him -- though he would be just as happy on a dog bed all day! He appears to be fine with cats and most likely will be fine with children as he is a very happy, sweet boy. His foster family thinks the he would fit in and be happy just about anywhere!
LYDIA - Black Lab Mix, female, 6 years. Lydia is a wonderful girl who has long passed the puppy stage but is by no means a couch potato! She is great with people, other dogs and older children. She is very food motivated, which is a great motivator for training but may not be so good with little ones holding snacks. While not formally tested, we do not believe she is good with cats as she exhibits very retrieverish behavior with small animals.
Lydia Needs A Foster Home!
NEPTUNE - French Bull Dog/Pit, male, 10 years. Neptune is not a flashy dog but oh what a good boy! He was found abandoned and tied to a bench in NYC. Hard to imagine how anyone could do such a thing to this mellow and friendly dog. He loves everyone, especially men. Neptune is "low maintenance". He is quiet, housebroken, and does not chew, but he does love a good game of tug-of-war. Small dogs and cats should not be part of his family, although he currently lives with a French bulldog and does well with her. Please consider meeting Neptune and finding out for yourself why his foster mom loves him so!
PENNY - German Shorthaired Pointer, female, 10 years. Penny is a sweet girl who certainly does not act her age. She was surrendered by her family who loved her but had unexpected life changes that required almost all of their time. It was with heavy hearts that they surrendered Penny who was a well loved pet. Initially, the change to a foster home was hard on her and it took her a couple weeks to adjust. Now that Penny has settled in she is an absolute love bug! She wiggles and loves to rub her back against you. She loves to be pet and snuggled. Penny is also very quiet, she never barks, if she wants to go out she just walks back and forth from the door to you. She has grown to enjoy the other dogs in her foster home and would do well with other dogs or as an only dog. It is likely the change to a new forever home will be a little difficult in the first couple weeks but we are sure if someone is willing to give her a chance she will be the most devoted, loving companion possible as Penny seems to love nothing more than her people.
PENNY LANE - Hound Mix, female, 3 years. Penny Lane is a medium size girl at 45 pounds. She is a smart dog; she has completed basic obedience training and is now completing an advanced course. She loves to play ball and frisbee and is a strong swimmer. She walks well on a leash and likes riding in the car. Penny Lane would do best as an only dog, or possibly with a mild-tempered male dog, as she does not get along well with some dogs. She is nervous with new people, but will warm up quickly and give kisses if allowed to approach the new person on her own terms. Because of this, she would do best in an adult-only home, or possibly with older children. Despite her shyness, Penny Lane loves attention. Once she has warmed up, she is people-oriented, attentive, and loves to be petted.
ROJO - Coonhound Mix, male, 2 years. Rojo is a very nice young boy, slimmer and a bit taller than a beagle, and weighing 31 pounds. He is a playful dog but he does settle down inside. He enjoys playing with his foster sister, but is respectful and responsive when she has had enough. He loves to chew on a bone or squeaky toy, and chase a ball. It is so funny to watch him throw the ball for himself and pounce on it with both front paws like a cat! His gorgeous red coat is short and will be very easy to maintain. He is very quiet for a hound, rarely barking unless the other dogs start up. Rojo would love a home with an active family and another young playful dog. A fenced yard would be best for him so he can run off some of his energy. He loves all people and has been gentle with children of all ages at clinics. He is fine with all dogs he has met, but he is known to chase cats. He does well on-leash and would make a wonderful jogging companion. He is crate trained and housebroken. He is an all-around great dog who will be a very loving family member.
Rojo Needs A Foster Home!
ROLANDA - Chow Chow Mix, female, 5 years. Rolanda will make a wonderful dog for a person looking for the quiet companionship of a loyal friend. As you can see from her picture, Rolanda is completely blind. However, this does not stop her and she can make her way around the house and yard unassisted. Rolanda will need a family who understands the Asian breeds. Rolanda is a little girl – roughly 20 pounds. She is a beautiful charcoal grey color. She loves to sleep in her cat bed and is happy to rollover and accepts belly rubs once she trusts you. When she feels comfortable in her home, the silly side of Rolanda emerges and she loves to chase after her tail. Rolanda loves to play with her string toys and chew on rawhide. Rolanda will jump up on the couch with you and snuggle but is also happy to sit at your feet and enjoy the attention of petting. When Rolanda first meets new dogs she is fearful, but she quickly adjusts and is just fine with others (she just ignores them). She probably would be happiest by herself – spoiled with all of the one-on-one attention. Characteristic of the Asian breeds, Rolanda is very clean and does not bark. Because of her blindness we will not place her with children. Cats are unknown.
RUSTY - Chihuahua Mix, male, 8 years. Rusty is a special needs boy – he was probably hit by a car resulting in trauma to his spine and loss of a leg. When Rusty first arrived at PT, he had limited bladder and intestinal control. However, after over five months of laser treatments and medication, Rusty has regained over 95% control of his bladder and intestines. He has stopped treatments and medication without any regression. He no longer needs to wear a diaper. Further, he has grown stronger and can climb a full flight of stairs! Rusty is a wonderful boy who loves to cuddle with you and be at your side – always. He is a loyal little guy. He gets along well with other dogs – and loves nothing more than to chew on a rawhide or play with his special wubby.
SULLY - Chihuahua, male, 3-5 years. Sully is a very endearing,shy, and petite fellow who is not at all aggressive. People are big and scary! He needs some patience and TLC and is very timid when picked up, but once he realizes you will not hurt him, he will be your best friend. He settles into a cozy lap without
complaint and gently curls up against you if you lay down on a couch or bed with him. He would do best in a relatively quiet home with no young children and seems to like having other dogs around to help give him confidence. Sully is a very, very sweet little guy, and he is waiting for his second chance at love.
Cats are unknown, but we suspect that he would be frightened of them at least initially.
TATE - Pit Bull, female, 4 years. Tate was found on the streets of NYC. When she went to the shelter system of NYC (CACC) she languished due to the dozens of pit bulls that are turned in or found as strays. When she developed kennel cough, she was slated for euthanasia due to space issues, but CACC volunteers strongly advocated for her and Peppertree took her in. She is now in isolation to get over the Kennel Cough. She is initially shy, but warms up quickly. She is very loving and gentle. She loves to be petted and gives back to her caretaker. She enjoys so much to be brushed, to be talked to, and just laying at her caretaker's feet. Tate proved to be a very good walker too. She is good with other dogs and in a limited cat test, she showed no interest in them. How she would be with children is unknown.
Tate Needs A Foster Home!
THUNDER - Hound/Rottie, male, 10 years. Thunder is a wonderful companion who acts much younger than his age. He is a very sweet, calm boy who is content to just lay around near his people and get belly rubs. He is tolerant of children as long as they are gentle and kind. He knows basic commands and absolutely loves walks. He enjoys a few tosses of the tennis ball but is done soon after the game starts since he has mild arthritis. He takes buffered aspirin with his meals to relieve his aches, and has lost a few pounds which relieves some of his pain. Thunder likes to chase cats and would not be placed with them. He would be happy to be an only dog but he co-exists with most other dogs. Thunder is a low-maintenance, undemanding dog who is happiest as a homebody.
TRACEY - Foxhound or Harrier Mix, female, 5-6 ?years. Tracey is a medium size girl who weighs 55 pounds and is on the
thin side right now. She is a very sweet and loving girl who captures the hearts of all who meet her. She loves being petted and enjoys being in the presence of people. Tracey has never met a stranger she did not like. Tracey should not be crated as it makes her very nervous. She
gets along well with the other dog in her foster family. She enjoys meeting other dogs but is still a bit shy and nervous around active in-your face dogs. We are working with her on this and her playful nature is starting to come out as she becomes more confident. Tracey really likes her daily walks and is excellent on a leash. She is housebroken and knows basic obedience commands (like sit and stay). Tracey has completely won her foster family over with her good manners and a sweet disposition. All you have to do is meet her to see what a
truly special dog she really is.
WILTON - Eskimo/Spitz/Retriever Mix, male, 2 years. Wilton is a super shy boy who came to Peppertree from an out-of-state shelter. Wilton is currently on medication to help him through his shyness and as a result, is starting to enjoy his nightly massage. Wilton is the welcoming committee for new foster dogs and eagerly plays with everyone in his four legged family. He is an intelligent boy – and despite his fear of people, will bark to let you know he has to go out (he has never had an accident in the house) or when there is a stranger or something different in the house. Wilton is the type of dog who would make an excellent companion for another, active dog. Through his bond with that dog, he will become bonded to the family. Wilton will require a fence. Cats are unknown at this time. Wilton will not be placed in a home with young children because of his shyness.
Other
Dogs Available For Adoption - Neighbors Corners
The dogs are still living with their owners but need to find a new home. Each of these dogs has been evaluated by Peppertree and -- based on that evaluation and on information from the owner -- we consider them as qualified to be taken into our program .... if we had room. (We must note, however, that we do not have the detailed knowledge that we gain about dogs that are actually in the program and in our own foster homes.)
For the past several years, Peppertree Rescue and Help Orphan Puppies have frequently worked together. While Peppertree specializes in finding homes for adult dogs, Help Orphan Puppies focuses on finding homes for puppies. In the future, we will be combining our efforts in order to more effectively promote the dogs and puppies in both our programs with the common goal of finding loving, forever homes for them. Please feel free to visit our websites at http://www.peppertree.org and http://www.helporphanpuppies.org.
Please note: We are two individual organizations and have different adoption applications. Feel free to contact us with any questions. Thank you!
Dogs in Program Not Available for Adoption
The following are additional dogs within the Peppertree Program. They are currently not available for adoption as they are undergoing rehabilitation and assessment in their foster homes. Due to limited resources, we are unable to respond to any inquiries about the dogs listed below. Hopefully they will be added to our Available Dogs section shortly.
DARLA - Lab/Beagle/Pitbull Mix, female, 3 years. Under evaluation for behavioral issues.
JOJO - Hound Mix, male, 2 years. Just arrived in program and under evaluation.
KATRINA (AKA CATDOG) - Feist/Terrier, female, 2 years. Just arrived in program and under evaluation and getting necessary medical care.
LITTLE GIRL - Hound/Great Pyrenese Mix, female, 4 months. Just arrived in program and being evaluated in a foster home.
MIKO - Pomeranian, male, 8 years. Miko has just been diagnosed with untreatable cancer. He is now in a foster home as a hospice dog.
MONTY (BIG MAN) - Hound/Great Pyrenese Mix, male, 4 months. Just arrived in program and being evaluated in a foster home.
OWEN - Shepherd Mix, male, 7 years. Getting necessary medical attention.
PENNI - Chihuahua, female, 3-5 years. Just entered program and being evaluated & getting medical treatment.
PRINCESSE - Chow Mix, female, 10 years. Princesse just arrived in the program and is receiving medical care and being evaluated in a foster home.
QUINCY - Chow/Lab, male, 1-2 Years. Just entered program, being evaluated in a foster home, and getting necessary medical care.
TIRA (TWIN) - Hound/Great Pyrenese, female, 4 months. Just arrived in program and being evaluated in a foster home.
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Peppertree Rescue Dogs
ARLO/BUDDY - Lab/Chessie, male, 5 years. Arlo is an intelligent boy who is eager to please and would do well in obedience. At first, Arlo is fearful of strangers and is currently working on overcoming this fear. He will need a dog savvy and understanding family that will continue to help him through his fears so he learns to understand that all strangers are not bad. After a proper introduction, he settles in and will sit by your side and be a loyal companion. Arlo enjoys running around and playing with the other dogs. He also loves to be a lap dog! Arlo is a larger boy at approximately 75 pounds so we would not recommend him being placed with children. Cats are unknown.
ASHLEY - Shepherd/Husky, female, 10 years. Ashley came to Peppertree because her owner was moving and was going to bring her to a shelter where her chances of being adopted were slim. A neighbor took her in but could not keep her and she was brought to Peppertree. Ashley is a bit confused with all the changes but shows no signs of aggression. Once she settles in, she can be very loving. She is good with people and other dogs. While not observed by us, we have been told she is good with cats. Due to her age we would not place her with young children.
BECCA - Lab/Pointer, female, 2 years. Becca is a beautiful girl in both looks and personality. She is, however, very shy in new situations, though she warms up quickly to people. She is good with other dogs. Due to her shyness she would not be placed with young children. She should go to a home that has a fenced yard and preferably other dogs. How she is with cats is unknown. She is heartworm positive and will need to complete the treatment which is covered by Peppertree.
BOSCOE - Beagle, male, 12 years. Bosco is a small(approx. 25 lbs), quiet, and friendly boy who has been an adored pet. He tolerates other dogs; is obedient, neutered, and housebroken. Bosco also walks well on a leash and enjoys cuddling. He will continue to receive some medical (dental) attention while being fostered.
BRIDGET - Chihuahua, female, 5 years. Bridget came to Peppertree from a hoarder who had 25 chihuahuas and she was never socialized. However, Bridget has come a long way in trusting humans and once she gets to know you she will cuddle up and take a nap, right after she kisses you. Her favorite napping place is on top of a nice bedroom pillow. She gets along with other dogs but will chase a cat. Since Bridget has not been around children and due to her petite size of 7 pounds, young children are probably not a good idea. Bridget will let you know when someone new comes to the house- she can be quite the little watch dog!
BRONZE MARIE - Golden Retriever/Chow Mix, female, 1 year. Bronze Marie is still very much a puppy with a lot of energy. She is great with people and will quickly roll over for a belly rub. However, she is not great with many dogs. Whether this is because she is an alpha-wanna-be or due to lack of socialization with other dogs is unclear at this time. Due to her intolerance of some dogs, we will not place in a home with young children. How she is with cats is unknown.
CHARLENE - Hound/Great Pyrenese Mix, female, 4 months. Charlene came up from Georgia with her four siblings and mama. She is as cute as a button! Her entire litter is a little shy, but Charlene is getting bolder and more confident every day in her foster home. She sometimes gets spooked and flattens out, but she quickly recovers and will crawl to you for attention. Charlene is sweet, playful, relatively calm, and is eager to show affection to her foster family. She absolutely loves other dogs and is very eager to follow their lead. She would love it if her new family included another playful, confident dog. She has not had any housebreaking accidents in her foster home (yet) but will still need to be carefully monitored to continue her progress. Charlene LOVES her crate and will often retreat to it when unsure about her surroundings. With some basic training and patience Charlene will make a great addition to a family. If you are looking for a nice young dog, come to a clinic and meet Charlene. She will melt your heart.
CHRISTY - Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Mix, female, 7 month. Christy is a beautiful, petite girl who is only 20 lbs and will not grow much bigger. She has one blue eye and one brown eye. She is very sweet and wants to be with people. She does try to play with cats so might be better off in a home without cats or with a dog savvy kitty only. Christy is energetic and needs a family that can
provide her with an outlet (she loves to chase a ball). She is crate trained and mostly housebroken. She is a little jumpy so needs to learn some manners, but is learning quickly as she is very, very attentive and smart - she wants very much to please and responds very well to both praise and treats. She seems
fine with other dogs although she likes to jump up in their faces and some dogs do not appreciate that. Christy should make a wonderful family pet.
DEWEY - Hound/Great Pyrense Mix, 4 months old. Dewey came up from Georgia with his four siblings and mama. Dewey is such a funny, sweet puppy! Initially, he was one of the more timid pups with of people. He has really warmed up quickly in his foster home! He absolutely loves other dogs and is very eager to follow their lead - so if they love a person it is not long before Dewey does too. He should definitely be placed with another playful, confident dog. In his foster home he is always happy and looking to play! He loves to wrestle and run in the yard but will need a fence until he has had proper training. He is a typical puppy-- his housebreaking is going well but not 100%, and he is crate trained and the crate is useful because he will chew things that are not his. Overall, Dewey just needs a home willing to spend some time catching him up with human socializing and able to put a little time in to the normal puppy training.
FRANNY - Chihuahua, female,3- 5 years. Franny is a very smart little lady. She walks well on a leash. She is a little shy but when she comes to you she will kiss you all over. You can do your morning stretches with her. She gets along well with other dogs. Also, she loves to eat and get treats. If you are looking for a dog to help you laugh, Franny is it. She is just looking for a home that will give her the TLC she deserves.
GIDGET - Chihuahua, female, 2 years. Gidget is a precious 6 pound bundle of love! She was given up by a woman who had too many dogs and could not give them proper care. She had some teeth pulled after she came to Peppertree, and is now in excellent health. She is a little shy at first with strangers, but warms up quickly. We would not place her in a home with children because of her size, and because she is a bit afraid of them. She gets along well with the resident dog in her foster home, and would be happy either as an only dog, or in a home with another quiet dog. Because of her tiny bladder and previous living situation, she is not reliably housebroken. She will do best in a home where someone is with her during the day to let her out. In her foster home, she has piddle pads in her crate during the day, as her foster parents are sometimes late getting home. She is happiest with her people, and will make someone a wonderful companion for a very long time!
JAKE - German Shorthaired Pointer, male, 12 years. Jake is the perfect mature companion. He is in excellent condition and would be thrilled with a game of fetch or a walk a day. The rest of his time he is looking to spend by your side, getting attention and snoozing. He spent the last 12 years living outdoors or in a shed during the winter months so he is still perfecting his housebreaking. He is crate trained and doe not mind being crated if you need to leave him. He is wonderful with other dogs but cats are still unknown. Jake would likely be fine with children though not formally tested with them in his foster home. Jake is just a happy, laid back guy who is looking to find a warm loving home to spend his golden years.
JAMES - Shepherd/Husky Mix, male, 12-13 years. James is a stately gentleman. Found as a stray on the streets on NYC, he is looking for a home where he can be a quiet companion to someone. He is excellent with people and other dogs. He also rides well in a car. He appears to be uninterested in cats. Due to his age, we would not place him with young children.
KATE - Australian Shepherd Mix, female, 7-8 years. Kate is extremely smart and affectionate and weighs in at around 35 pounds. However, as is common with the breed, she can be a bit hyper at times and needs regular daily exercise. She is excellent on a leash. Kate has some quirks and a high herding drive. As such, she must be crated when no one is home and possibly in the car, but is fine in the house when someone is there – even overnight. Kate is good with cats and generally good with other dogs. She needs to go to an adult only home with very dog-savvy people who are familiar with the herding breeds. She must have a fenced yard. If someone is willing to work Kate into a fairly rigid daily routine that includes exercise and staying on top of her, she is a funny, loving, very affectionate, and very devoted girl.
LEROY - Hound Mix, male, 8 years. Leroy is the sweetest older gentleman you could find! He came in to a local vet as a stray and hated being in the kennels. In his foster home, it is clear he was once a loved house pet. He has excellent manners, he is completely housebroken, knows a few simple commands like sit, and is generally well behaved. He is currently living with multiple dogs and does fine with all of them but clearly prefers his people. He wants to be where his foster parents are all the time and seems to enjoy nothing more than laying near them and getting some affection. Leroy is the perfect laid back guy, an easy keeper. He could use to lose a few pounds so a daily exercise routine would be perfect for him -- though he would be just as happy on a dog bed all day! He appears to be fine with cats and most likely will be fine with children as he is a very happy, sweet boy. His foster family thinks the he would fit in and be happy just about anywhere!
LYDIA - Black Lab Mix, female, 6 years. Lydia is a wonderful girl who has long passed the puppy stage but is by no means a couch potato! She is great with people, other dogs and older children. She is very food motivated, which is a great motivator for training but may not be so good with little ones holding snacks. While not formally tested, we do not believe she is good with cats as she exhibits very retrieverish behavior with small animals.
NEPTUNE - French Bull Dog/Pit, male, 10 years. Neptune is not a flashy dog but oh what a good boy! He was found abandoned and tied to a bench in NYC. Hard to imagine how anyone could do such a thing to this mellow and friendly dog. He loves everyone, especially men. Neptune is "low maintenance". He is quiet, housebroken, and does not chew, but he does love a good game of tug-of-war. Small dogs and cats should not be part of his family, although he currently lives with a French bulldog and does well with her. Please consider meeting Neptune and finding out for yourself why his foster mom loves him so!
PENNY - German Shorthaired Pointer, female, 10 years. Penny is a sweet girl who certainly does not act her age. She was surrendered by her family who loved her but had unexpected life changes that required almost all of their time. It was with heavy hearts that they surrendered Penny who was a well loved pet. Initially, the change to a foster home was hard on her and it took her a couple weeks to adjust. Now that Penny has settled in she is an absolute love bug! She wiggles and loves to rub her back against you. She loves to be pet and snuggled. Penny is also very quiet, she never barks, if she wants to go out she just walks back and forth from the door to you. She has grown to enjoy the other dogs in her foster home and would do well with other dogs or as an only dog. It is likely the change to a new forever home will be a little difficult in the first couple weeks but we are sure if someone is willing to give her a chance she will be the most devoted, loving companion possible as Penny seems to love nothing more than her people.
PENNY LANE - Hound Mix, female, 3 years. Penny Lane is a medium size girl at 45 pounds. She is a smart dog; she has completed basic obedience training and is now completing an advanced course. She loves to play ball and frisbee and is a strong swimmer. She walks well on a leash and likes riding in the car. Penny Lane would do best as an only dog, or possibly with a mild-tempered male dog, as she does not get along well with some dogs. She is nervous with new people, but will warm up quickly and give kisses if allowed to approach the new person on her own terms. Because of this, she would do best in an adult-only home, or possibly with older children. Despite her shyness, Penny Lane loves attention. Once she has warmed up, she is people-oriented, attentive, and loves to be petted.
ROJO - Coonhound Mix, male, 2 years. Rojo is a very nice young boy, slimmer and a bit taller than a beagle, and weighing 31 pounds. He is a playful dog but he does settle down inside. He enjoys playing with his foster sister, but is respectful and responsive when she has had enough. He loves to chew on a bone or squeaky toy, and chase a ball. It is so funny to watch him throw the ball for himself and pounce on it with both front paws like a cat! His gorgeous red coat is short and will be very easy to maintain. He is very quiet for a hound, rarely barking unless the other dogs start up. Rojo would love a home with an active family and another young playful dog. A fenced yard would be best for him so he can run off some of his energy. He loves all people and has been gentle with children of all ages at clinics. He is fine with all dogs he has met, but he is known to chase cats. He does well on-leash and would make a wonderful jogging companion. He is crate trained and housebroken. He is an all-around great dog who will be a very loving family member.
ROLANDA - Chow Chow Mix, female, 5 years. Rolanda will make a wonderful dog for a person looking for the quiet companionship of a loyal friend. As you can see from her picture, Rolanda is completely blind. However, this does not stop her and she can make her way around the house and yard unassisted. Rolanda will need a family who understands the Asian breeds. Rolanda is a little girl – roughly 20 pounds. She is a beautiful charcoal grey color. She loves to sleep in her cat bed and is happy to rollover and accepts belly rubs once she trusts you. When she feels comfortable in her home, the silly side of Rolanda emerges and she loves to chase after her tail. Rolanda loves to play with her string toys and chew on rawhide. Rolanda will jump up on the couch with you and snuggle but is also happy to sit at your feet and enjoy the attention of petting. When Rolanda first meets new dogs she is fearful, but she quickly adjusts and is just fine with others (she just ignores them). She probably would be happiest by herself – spoiled with all of the one-on-one attention. Characteristic of the Asian breeds, Rolanda is very clean and does not bark. Because of her blindness we will not place her with children. Cats are unknown.
RUSTY - Chihuahua Mix, male, 8 years. Rusty is a special needs boy – he was probably hit by a car resulting in trauma to his spine and loss of a leg. When Rusty first arrived at PT, he had limited bladder and intestinal control. However, after over five months of laser treatments and medication, Rusty has regained over 95% control of his bladder and intestines. He has stopped treatments and medication without any regression. He no longer needs to wear a diaper. Further, he has grown stronger and can climb a full flight of stairs! Rusty is a wonderful boy who loves to cuddle with you and be at your side – always. He is a loyal little guy. He gets along well with other dogs – and loves nothing more than to chew on a rawhide or play with his special wubby.
SULLY - Chihuahua, male, 3-5 years. Sully is a very endearing,shy, and petite fellow who is not at all aggressive. People are big and scary! He needs some patience and TLC and is very timid when picked up, but once he realizes you will not hurt him, he will be your best friend. He settles into a cozy lap without
complaint and gently curls up against you if you lay down on a couch or bed with him. He would do best in a relatively quiet home with no young children and seems to like having other dogs around to help give him confidence. Sully is a very, very sweet little guy, and he is waiting for his second chance at love.
Cats are unknown, but we suspect that he would be frightened of them at least initially.
TATE - Pit Bull, female, 4 years. Tate was found on the streets of NYC. When she went to the shelter system of NYC (CACC) she languished due to the dozens of pit bulls that are turned in or found as strays. When she developed kennel cough, she was slated for euthanasia due to space issues, but CACC volunteers strongly advocated for her and Peppertree took her in. She is now in isolation to get over the Kennel Cough. She is initially shy, but warms up quickly. She is very loving and gentle. She loves to be petted and gives back to her caretaker. She enjoys so much to be brushed, to be talked to, and just laying at her caretaker's feet. Tate proved to be a very good walker too. She is good with other dogs and in a limited cat test, she showed no interest in them. How she would be with children is unknown.
THUNDER - Hound/Rottie, male, 10 years. Thunder is a wonderful companion who acts much younger than his age. He is a very sweet, calm boy who is content to just lay around near his people and get belly rubs. He is tolerant of children as long as they are gentle and kind. He knows basic commands and absolutely loves walks. He enjoys a few tosses of the tennis ball but is done soon after the game starts since he has mild arthritis. He takes buffered aspirin with his meals to relieve his aches, and has lost a few pounds which relieves some of his pain. Thunder likes to chase cats and would not be placed with them. He would be happy to be an only dog but he co-exists with most other dogs. Thunder is a low-maintenance, undemanding dog who is happiest as a homebody.
TRACEY - Foxhound or Harrier Mix, female, 5-6 ?years. Tracey is a medium size girl who weighs 55 pounds and is on the
thin side right now. She is a very sweet and loving girl who captures the hearts of all who meet her. She loves being petted and enjoys being in the presence of people. Tracey has never met a stranger she did not like. Tracey should not be crated as it makes her very nervous. She
gets along well with the other dog in her foster family. She enjoys meeting other dogs but is still a bit shy and nervous around active in-your face dogs. We are working with her on this and her playful nature is starting to come out as she becomes more confident. Tracey really likes her daily walks and is excellent on a leash. She is housebroken and knows basic obedience commands (like sit and stay). Tracey has completely won her foster family over with her good manners and a sweet disposition. All you have to do is meet her to see what a
truly special dog she really is.
WILTON - Eskimo/Spitz/Retriever Mix, male, 2 years. Wilton is a super shy boy who came to Peppertree from an out-of-state shelter. Wilton is currently on medication to help him through his shyness and as a result, is starting to enjoy his nightly massage. Wilton is the welcoming committee for new foster dogs and eagerly plays with everyone in his four legged family. He is an intelligent boy – and despite his fear of people, will bark to let you know he has to go out (he has never had an accident in the house) or when there is a stranger or something different in the house. Wilton is the type of dog who would make an excellent companion for another, active dog. Through his bond with that dog, he will become bonded to the family. Wilton will require a fence. Cats are unknown at this time. Wilton will not be placed in a home with young children because of his shyness.