A Leg Up Rescue - Dogs Available

HoneyBee

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:51:43 -0700

How much cuter can a little dog be than HoneyBee? She is a 4 pound morsel of a Chihuahua who is ever-so-sweet. HoneyBee and two other dogs were abandoned on a construction site and ended up in the shelter. (Don't worry, we got them all out!) She is shy at first, but when she comes out of her shell - wow - is she an even bigger sweetheart! We didn't know it was possible! HoneyBee's perfect day would include sitting on a lap and being close to her adopter. She gets along fine with other small dogs and is indifferent towards cats. It doesn't matter to her if there is a cat in the house, she is just happy to be loved. HoneyBee is only about a year old and will be a wonderful addition to any household. HoneyBee is looking for a foster home while she waits for an adopter. If you are interested, please fill out the application.

Rosie

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:21:49 -0800

Meet one of the most amazing little Chihuahua-mixes ever, ROSIE. A Leg Up Rescue heard about her and knew instantly that she needed us and that we could give her the life she deserved. Bought from a back-yard breeder, her owners were disappointed when she was not a tea-cup chihuahaua and so the puppy was banished to the small bathroom. She was left alone for days at a time. And if this were not bad enough, one night the owner's boyfriend hit Rosie for barking. He hit her hard and yet no one took her in for treatment. And she suffered for months. Finally a family member took Rosie out of this cruel and lonely situation and that's when she came to ALUR.
Rosie spent her first weeks outside each and every day. She basked in the sun and rolled in the grass and relished her daily walks. And Rosie quickly caught up with cuddle time. She adores the attention of her foster mother and quickly seeks out loving pats from others.
ALUR in the meantime provided Rosie with the medical care she needed. She had her damaged eye removed; her remaining eye has a chronic condition that requires drips. Rosie is nearly 100% blind but can see light and dark. She gets around her home very well and enjoys the dog park! She is also good on the leash but prefers to walk slowly and to savor her walk. Off leash walks are a lot of fun with Rosie.
Rosie will be one yr. old the end of January! She is 17lbs. And she is ready to start the new year with her forever family. As Rosie has special needs, her forever home should be ready to be patient as she adapts to her new home.

Holly

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:49:09 -0800

Sweet little Holly has been waiting oh-so-long for a permanent home. She is wondering when it will be her turn? Holly was rescued from the shelter when one of our volunteers - on a mission to rescue other dogs - saw her at the shelter. Our volunteer was unaware of Holly's shelter stay until that fate filled day. Lucky for Holly, ALUR's astute volunteer saw her and took her along for the ride that saved her life! Holly is about 8-10 years old but don't let that discourage you! She is in GREAT health (believe us, we've spared no expense to make sure of that) and is a spry little nugget. Although she only weighs about 5 pounds, she has no trouble trying to mix it up with her younger and much bigger foster siblings. The resident dogs at her foster home are twice her size, but she never misses an opportunity to bark at them when they start wrestling around the room and causing too big of a ruckus! It's very cute to watch her try to gain control of the room. Nothing would please Holly more than to be in a home with dogs who are less rambunctious! She would love to sit on your lap (at home or at work) and be a part of your life. She gets along fine with other small dogs, but doesn't need another dog; she's pretty easy going either way. Please consider adopting OR fostering Holly. She would love the chance to be pampered! (photo courtesy of Doug at justshootmedoug@gmail.com)

Maia

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 10:45:32 -0800

Maia is a very petite, lovable little charmer. Topping the scales at 4 lbs., she is a gorgeous chocolate brown color. Rescued from the shelter, Maia has adjusted very quickly to her foster home, which she shares with several Chi mixes and a cat. Maia gets along well with all of them, and they seem to like her too! She is an easy-going, alert little love bug who would love to be a valued member of your household. She has a good appetite, and we are fine-tuning her leash and potty training. Please share this post; If you would like to meet Maia, just give Carrie Isett, foster mom, a woof or contact through A Leg Up Rescue! More about little Maia as we get to know her!

Newton

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 10:53:34 -0800

Newton is a 5 year old black and tan chi. He weighs about 7 lbs. He was pulled from the Tracy shelter where he was on their critical list. Newton is very sweet, rather shy and bashfull. He asks for love and affection very sweetly. He is not a big barker and we are working on his housetraining. He walks very well on a leash and loves to snuggle under the covers. He gets along with other small dogs and ignores the cats. I would not recommend him for a busy family. If you are looking for a quiet sweet little man who would love to be loved and cherished,and be your one true love, Newton is the man. A Leg up has had him neutered and microchipped. He is current on his vaccines. He is waiting for his his forever home;

Capio

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:23:21 -0800

Meet Capio, the most charming well-mannered Chihuahua who is waiting for his forever home. This little guy is 10 yrs old yet he is a spry one. Capio has gone on hikes and never once does he slow down as he tackles the hills of Pulgas Ridge. And Capio happily plays with other dogs. He even tired out the puppy! Capio loves going with his foster to The City for cafe dining and shopping! Capio walks great off-leash and on-leash. He hardly ever barks and he is doing great with his potty training..I say he is 90% there. Capio gets along great with small dogs and medium dogs and even likes the resident cat. He has been friendly with all people, including children. Due to his small size and his age, children must be mature and know how to be gentle with a loving senior. Capio is approximately 7lbs. He is neutered, UTD on vaccines, microchiped and just had a dental. While Capio gets along with other dogs and can easily join an existing pack, he's also happy to just be an only dog. He goes either way :) If you are interested in meeting this little nugget, please fill out an application and we can arrange a meet-n-greet.

Chavez

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:03:39 -0800

This is Chavez. He is probably around 10 years, but very active. Chavez loves to go for car rides, especially ones going to the dog park; where he loves to run and chase. Once home, he likes to just relax in the yard when it is sunny or snuggle under the blankets on cold days. He gets along great with other dogs but is a little too curious about kitties… He may only have two teeth but he absolutely has no problem eating kibble and treats.

Chavez is currently being fostered in Vallejo. Please submit your application to take this wonderful bundle of joy home for the holidays.

Walden

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:55:36 -0800

This is Walden. He is under one year old. He weighs 12 pounds and is long and lanky and just looking for the perfect home for Christmas. He's very energetic and just loves the dog park. He gets along well with other dogs and cats, he loves chew toys and playing. He has a very good appetite and would love a home where his human could take him out for a run or daily exercise.

He is available through ALUR and ready to go. He has all his shots, microchip and is neutered.

Lucky Boy

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:39:24 -0800

Lucky” is a cute, super sweet little 6-8 month old male Chi who has been through a lot in his short life. He and two other puppies were abandoned at a construction site and ended up in the shelter. From his ordeal of being left outside, flies bit his ears raw, but the hair has begun growing back in and they look better each day.

“He is a really sweet little guy who just wants to love and to be loved. In the 2 months he’s been with us, he has gone from a shy timid little dog to a much happier tail-wagging playmate to his foster sis. He is still a bit shy around men, but only on approach. He goes on his own to cuddle in my husband’s lap, no problem. He’s very smart and wants to please. Sometimes, he has a tendency to “freeze up” until he figures out what you are asking him to do. I don’t think there is a mean bone in his body. He doesn’t growl, bite or nip, just a sweet love bug who loves to be close to you.” ~his foster mom.

Lucky has been neutered and is up to date on all his shots. He is very loving but does have some initial shyness. He has not shown any separation anxiety and is not destructive while we have been out for short periods. He is getting better every day! He is potty trained to go outside and also wee-wee pad trained. So far, he likes other dogs and we’re not sure about cats.

Lucky is doing great in his foster home with another Chihuahua and a Boston Terrier. He loves playing outside with the other dogs and all the toys they have. He enjoys hanging out in the sun and loves being a member of the family. He has no issues with handling his paws and ears (or any other part of his anatomy for that matter), so nail clipping and teeth brushing are an easy task.

He rides in the car seat for his trips to the vet and has done great. He is fine with getting baths and is a beautiful little guy. He will need some more gentle coaxing to go on walks, but he should do fine in time. The world was a scary place for this guy at one time! Once he learns to trust you, you will have a forever loyal furry little friend.

Sara

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:53:49 -0800

Sara is a 5 lb, petite Chihuahua who is very sweet and also shy. Sara and two other dogs were abandoned on a construction site and ended up in the shelter. (Don't worry, we got them all out!) Although she is very shy at first, and it may take her several days to get used to her new home, she loves to sit on your lap. She is fine on leash, though still getting used to the big world, loud noises still startle her a bit. She is crate trained and rides well in the car. She gets along well with other small dogs and may be okay with cats. Sara is under two years old and will be a wonderful addition to any household. If you are interested, please fill out the application.

Darling

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 18:41:53 -0700

Beautiful Darling almost slipped through the cracks. On her last day, a wonderful shelter volunteer who was determined to save her life, pulled out all stops and called everyone she knew until someone helped. She was not going to let this beautiful girl die. ALUR answered the call and "made it work" and now Darling is safe! She is a sweet, amazing dog, about 5 years old and about 12 lbs. Darling is likely a terrier mix. She loves to play, cuddle, go for walks and relax with her people and canine friends. Darling is a very quiet dog and prefers not to bark at all! She is working on her house training and like all dogs, will need house training reinforcement in her new home. If you would like to meet this amazing girl, please submit an application.

Mojita

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:18:16 -0700

Mojita is about 6 months to no more than a year old. She weighs about 6 pounds. She can be a little shy in the beginning but once she gets to know you she will love you tremendously. She gets along well with other dogs and loves to play. Mojita walks well on a leash and is currently being wee wee pad trained and outdoor trained. She has a beautiful golden tan color. Mojita enjoys hanging out with her foster mom at Yap Wraps on 2 Embarcadero Center in San Francisco.

Keeper

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 09:54:17 -0700

Keeper
She is a Keeper, all 10.5 chubby pounds of her sweet, cuddly, inquisitive, playful self. We believe Keeper is a mix between a Mini Pin and Doxie. Though timid meeting new people, she warms up quickly. If you are too busy to play with her, Keeper will entertain herself with her toys or playing with the other dogs. Keeper likes her walks, but has become quite an observer of human behavior as displayed on TV. She is a prime candidate for a lap dog. Keeper has lovely house manners, good about not rushing the door and has not shown any destructive behaviors, and so far seems to be potty trained to go outside. She is good on leash, travels and rides in the car well. Keeper is also crate trained and sleeps quietly in there at night, wrapped up in a fleece blanket. Keeper is also a quiet little dog. Because of her timid nature, it is likely Keeper would do better in a mature home, adults only or older children. She needs some basic training (sit, down, stay), but she will learn these in time. She also needs to drop a few pounds, and likely should be closer to 8 lb. Her teeth are totally white, making her likely to be between 1 and 2 years old. Keeper will provide you with much laughter and many years of company.

Baby

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:16:29 -0700

Baby
This incredibly little 4 pound, 4-6 month old baby girl is a sweetheart. She loves to be in your arms, yet also enjoys playing with other small dogs. Baby has a neurological condition that makes her a little more special than other dogs in that she’s a little shyer and tends to want to be close to her person. Baby is deaf, however, she has been learning sign language commands and comes to you with just a little hand command of “come here.” Baby will play with her foster siblings and little toys and then is very content to find her place near her person. This little bundle of joy would be an ideal dog for someone working from home and being able to spend lots of time with her. Because of her special needs, Baby would not be good with children. Will this little girl be the perfect love coming into your life?

Oreo URGENT

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:17:41 -0700

Hola, my name is Oreo (but you can change it if you like). I'm told that I am 6 or 7 years young, although I feel and move around more like a 3-year old youngster. I love to hang out with my human friends and really don't like to be separated from them. I have a little ball that I like to chase. I just have a lot of energy. And then I just plop myself into a warm human lap. I eat really well and like to go on walks and I walk well on a leash. I usually do my business then. I've been sleeping really well in my kennel, knowing that my human guardian is near me. I am just a real fun and loving dog and would be perfect for a home with adolescent kids and adults. I get excited when I see birds (who doesn't), but I get along well with other dogs, especially my own kind.