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Hi, my name is Alice! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Happy go lucky, loves people, intelligent -Can Live with Kids: Alice in as a stray so we don't have a history on how she does with children. She has been very easy going at the shelter however, so we think she should do well with kids. As always we would err on the side of caution especially with younger kids. -Can Live with Cats: Possibly, she would need a slow, supervised introduction. -Can Live with Dogs: Possibly with the right dog, she can be a bit timid with some but seems to warm up quickly. Introductions will be done here at WHS to ensure everyone gets along. -Can do Apartment Living: Alice is a high energy dog who would likely not do well in an apartment setting. -Potty Trained: Seems to be! -Bite History: None -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Not required but always recommended! -Energy Level: High!! -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes I need a spay before heading home. -Additional Information: Alice is a sweet girl who has adjusted to the shelter environment very well. She is happy to meet strangers, and loves some good belly rubs. Since Alice came to us as a stray we don't have any history on how she does with kids or cats, but it is likely she could live with both successfully as she has been pretty easy going all around. Her breed does have a lot of energy so she will need plenty of daily exercise. She would love to spend the day going on hikes, long walks around the block, or playing fetch in the yard. It's always nice to end the day working on a food puzzle or chewing on a pig ear. After all of that, Alice may even want to snuggle up on the couch and watch a movie! If you think Alice might be the dog for you, please fill out an application to be reviewed. View full description »

Hi, my name is Bubba! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: High energy, adventure buddy, goofy, exuberant -Can Live with Kids: Dog-savvy kids ages 8+ (up to counselor's discretion) -Can Live with Cats: Unknown history, but not recommended. I would likely be overwhelming for most cats. -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, could potentially live with a tolerant dog after an initial introduction here at the shelter -Can do Apartment Living: No -Potty Trained: Yes -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, at least one private lesson -Energy Level: Very HIGH! -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a neuter/MC Additional Information: Bubba is an energetic boy who would do best in an ACTIVE household where he will get to go on lots of adventures. If you're looking for the calm couch potato type, Bubba is NOT the dog for you! This diamond in the rough hasn't had much training and needs someone willing to put in the time/effort to get him up to speed. Bubba is friendly and affectionate and will likely make a wonderful companion once he's had a little training. He's a bit of an escape artist and should never be left unattended outside. If you'd like to meet Bubba to see if he's your perfect match, the first step is filling out an adoption application. Our staff will then review applications to ensure it's a good match before setting up an introduction. View full description »

Hi, my name is Daisy! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Active, curious, clever, food-motivated, friendly, a little timid -Can Live with Kids: No, Daisy was surrendered to the shelter for not doing well with the young kids in her home. -Can Live with Cats: No, Daisy has a high prey drive and needs a cat-free home. -Can Live with Dogs: *UPDATE AFTER DOG/DOG* -Can do Apartment Living: No, d/t breed/energy level/activity needs. Hounds need lots of room to roam! -Potty Trained: Unknown -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Not required but would certainly be beneficial! -Energy Level: High -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes- spay/microchip -Additional Information: Daisy is a young Hound who does not appear to have had much in the way of training/structure in her previous life. She can be skittish with new people, easily overwhelmed, and would do best in a clam household without tons of visitors/loud parties/etc. A rural home with lots of fenced acreage to explore would be great!! She'll need lots of exercise and mental stimulation to succeed (and stay our of trouble!) Daisy is highly food motivated, can teeter toward demand behaviors if not careful (demand barking, jumping, etc) Would do best with a dog-savvy adopter who has the time, experience, patience, and resources to help her become the best dog she can be! *Hound experience STRONGLY recommended* View full description »

Hi, my name is Geode! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Active, playful, exuberant, big puppy energy -Can Live with Kids: Dog-savvy kids ages 12+ (I am jumpy and don't know my own strength!) -Can Live with Cats: Unknown history - I would likely overwhelm any shy or senior kitties who prefer being left alone. -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, I could potentially live with another playful dog after an initial introduction here at the shelter -Can do Apartment Living: Ideally no, I would do best in a home with a fenced yard -Potty Trained: Appears so! -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, one private lesson -Energy Level: High -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: No! I am already neutered and ready to go home! -Additional Information: Geode is a happy-go-lucky boy with LOTS of energy! His ideal person is someone who goes on lots of adventures and wants to take him along. Geode came to us as a stray, so we unfortunately don't have much information regarding his history. What we do know is that he loves people, treats, and playing with his toys. This sweet boy would do best with someone who has the time necessary to dedicate to his training. Though no longer a puppy, Geode certainly acts like one and would benefit greatly from consistency and a routine. If you'd like to meet Geode, the first step is filling out an adoption application. Our staff will then review applications to ensure they're a good match before scheduling an introduction. View full description »

Hi, my name is Hennessey! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Exuberant, playful, affectionate, boisterous -Can Live with Kids: Unknown history. Older, dog-savvy kids/teens should be okay, pending an intro at the shelter. At this time we're recommending ages 12+ -Can Live with Cats: No, Hennessey was too rough with the cat in previous home. -Can Live with Dogs: Potentially with just the right match. Hennessey doesn't have the best social skills and often greets other dogs pretty rudely. Another high energy dog that can tolerate rude puppy play might be okay, pending an intro at the shelter. -Can do Apartment Living: Not recommended. Strange people/noises, tight hallways, and elevators may prove to be a high stressor for Hennessey. A home with a fenced yard would be ideal! -Potty Trained: Not quite. With a consistent routine, she should catch on quickly! -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: No -Energy Level: High -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes- spay/microchip Additional Information: Hennessey is an exuberant young pup who unfortunately was not provided with adequate care throughout much of her formative months. She is vey human social and eager for attention/interaction, but doesn't always know how to ask for it appropriately (jumps up) but with a steady, predictable routine and consistent training, she should catch on to what's expected of her in no time! Hennessey would do great with a patient, dog-savvy adopter who can let her explore new things at her own pace. Someone who is home more often than not, especially in the first few weeks, would be ideal while Hennessey adjusts. Once she knows she's safe and loved, Hennessey is going to make a wonderful lifelong companion for the right person. If that sounds like you, submit an application to see if it's a match! View full description »

Hi, my name is Kiska! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Energetic, playful, goofy, still working on my manners! -Can Live with Kids: Respectful kids ages 12+ -Can Live with Cats: Unknown history, but at this time we are recommending NO CATS -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, could potentially live with a playful and TOLERANT dog pending an initial introduction here at the shelter. -Can do Apartment Living: No, I have way too much energy for an apartment -Potty Trained: "Sort of" according to previous owner -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, at least one private lesson -Energy Level: High -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a spay/MC -Additional Information: Kiska is an energetic pup looking for an active person who can keep up with her. So if you're looking for an adventure companion, she might be the dog for you! Kiska is a silly girl who is a bit rough around the edges and in need of someone who can be patient with her as she learns how to navigate the world. She would benefit greatly from stability, a routine, and CONSISTENT positive-reinforcement based training. Kiska is going to need plenty of healthy outlets for her energy, otherwise she is likely to channel it into something destructive. She also has some skin sensitivities which will require a special diet and regular grooming to keep her happy and healthy. If you'd like to meet Kiska, the first step is filling out an adoption application. Our staff will then review applications to ensure it's a good match before scheduling an introduction. View full description »

Hi, my name is Margaret! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Playful and sweet but a little anxious. -Can Live with Kids: Older teens who are dog savvy and respect my body language may be okay! -Can Live with Cats: Unknown history with how she does with cats. Would need a slow, supervised introduction. -Can Live with Dogs: Possibly! I seem to enjoy being around other dogs but I can be protective of my toys, so my new family would need to be experienced with resource guarding. Introductions will be done here at WHS to ensure everyone gets along. -Can do Apartment Living: I could live in an apartment but please keep in mind I can be a bit loud when left alone! -Potty Trained: Seems to be but will likely need a little help. -Bite History: None -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: No but always highly recommended. -Energy Level: Moderate -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes a spay -Additional Information: Margaret is a sweet girl who arrived at the shelter as a stray all by herself. We don't know anything about her history but we do know she loves to meet new people! She also really loves her toys but might have some issues with resource guarding them. Due to this we are recommending no young kids, and it would also be beneficial for her new family to be experienced with resource guarding. We have also noticed she gets a little upset when left alone and will howl until you come back, so she may have a bit of separation anxiety. When she's with her people she loves to follow you around and nudge your hand for pets. With the proper training and plenty of love we are sure she can work through her quirks and will be a great best friend! Margaret would also like her adopter to be aware that she has some funky teeth that will need regular cleaning to keep them healthy. If you're interested in meeting Margaret, please fill out an application to be reviewed! View full description »

Hi, my name is Missy! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Friendly, exuberant, playful, still working on my manners -Can Live with Kids: Dog-savvy kids ages 12+ (up to counselor's discretion) -Can Live with Cats: No, due to potential for prey drive -Can Live with Dogs: No, I will need to be the only dog in the home. I AM NOT A DOG PARK CANDIDATE. -Can do Apartment Living: No, due to dog reactivity -Potty Trained: Appears so -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, 1 - 3 private lessons (depending on adopter experience) -Energy Level: Medium -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a spay/MC -Additional Information: Missy came to us as a stray who was abandoned by her owners. She was kept outside for most of her life and is more than ready to find a loving forever home where she can finally be part of the family. Missy is a sweet girl who loves people and getting lots of scritches! Though she lacks some manners, she is eager to please and will likely do well with training. This pretty lady is strong and sometimes pulls hard on the leash when she gets distracted - she will need someone who is able to handle her strength. Missy is undersocialized when it comes to other dogs and will need to be the only dog in the home. She is not a dog who can go to dog parks or busy areas (ie. restaurants, breweries, etc). If you'd like to meet this happy pup, the first step is filling out an adoption application. Staff will then review applications to ensure it's a good match before scheduling an introduction. View full description »

Hi, my name is Phoenix! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Energetic, intelligent -Can Live with Kids: No, I would like to be in an adult only home! -Can Live with Cats: No, I have a very high prey drive. -Can Live with Dogs: I would prefer to be the only dog in the home since I can be protective over food and toys. -Can do Apartment Living: No -Potty Trained: Yes -Bite History: No but I can get nippy when too excited. -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes one private lesson required. -Energy Level: HIGH!! -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Just a microchip. -Additional Information: Calling all husky lovers! Phoenix is an exuberant young guy who has a strong husky personality. He is extremely smart and loves to use his nose. As any typical husky would be, he is also extremely energetic and will need plenty of daily exercise. Phoenix would love to spend his days taking long hikes in the backwoods or chasing frisbees in the yard, and then settling down with a puzzle or a nice bully stick. Phoenix is also excited about learning new tricks and getting better at the ones he already knows. He can sit, shake, speak, lie down, and even spin for you! All of this intelligence does come with a bit of anxiety and frustration at times, so Phoenix would like it if his new owners had experience with his breed to ensure he gets off on the right paw. He does tend to get a bit rough when over excited and can nip at clothes. Something else to consider about Phoenix is if he is not kept busy he tends to sneak into the trashes and look for scraps. Thankfully he is already kennel trained, so with the appropriate physical and mental stimulation he should be okay to be crated for a couple hours at time! If you think you have the right home and the energy to take on a husky like Phoenix please fill out an application to be reviewed! View full description »

Hi, my name is Reina! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Energetic, intelligent, playful, friendly, life of the party! -Can Live with Kids: Unknown history. Reina can get pretty rough in play and may not do well with rambunctious kiddos who will rile her up. At this time we're recommending no kids under 12 yrs of age. -Can Live with Cats: Not recommended. -Can Live with Dogs: Yes, Reina has tested well with other dogs at the shelter and would likely benefit from another active playmate to romp around with. Everyone will need to meet at the shelter first to ensure they're a good match! -Can do Apartment Living: No, Huskies typically do not adapt well to apartment living. She would love a home with a fenced yard! -Potty Trained: Appears to be! -Bite History: No -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: No -Energy Level: High -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes- spay/microchip -Additional Information: Reina is a high energy, fun-loving Husky looking for a forever family to call her own! This party girl loves to play and go on adventures. On initial meet she can be pretty overexcitable (read: jumpy!) but once she's had some time to adjust and settle, she's much more calm/relaxed, and loves to play and be pet. Reina would do great with a breed-experienced adopter who can provide her with plenty of exercise and mental stimulation.. a bored Husky is bound to go off and find their own fun! Reina knows "sit", "down", and "shake", and is eager to add more tricks to her repertoire! If Reina sounds like the perfect pup for your family, submit an application to see if it's a match! View full description »

Hi, my name is Tetsu! Here is what would work best for me in my new home: -Personality: Intelligent, playful, stubborn (like an akita or a husky), and very active! -Can Live with Kids: No, I will need an adult-only home due to my handling sensitivities -Can Live with Cats: No, I would likely be "too much" for cats -Can Live with Dogs: No, I would likely enjoy being the only dog in the home. Further testing pending. -Can do Apartment Living: No thank you, I need more space. My ideal home would have a large fenced yard! -Potty Trained: As a recently neutered male, I still like to mark and have peed on things inside the shelter. This may improve with time. -Bite History: None -Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: Yes, 1-3 private lessons depending on adopter experience -Energy Level: High -Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: No -Additional Information: As an akita mix, Tetsu has some needs that his future adopters will need to meet. First and foremost, his new person/family will need to be experienced with high energy dogs (ideally akita and/or husky experienced) and able to read their body language. He can be a bit sensitive to handling, especially with strangers, but does enjoy attention/affection once he's gotten to know you - this is just going to take some time. We think this big guy will develop a strong bond with his person once he's had time to settle in to his new home. Tetsu is very intelligent and very high energy - he will need LOTS of exercise and mental stimulation to keep him happy. This means Tetsu cannot be left alone for long periods of time (especially while you're still getting to know him!) because he will become easily bored and potentially destructive. Tetsu would likely not do well at dog parks or other busy places (ie. restaurants, breweries, etc.) because he becomes easily overstimulated. Tetsu LOVES playing fetch and would do best in a home with a big fenced yard where he can get out his zoomies. If you'd like to meet Tetsu, the first step is filling out an adoption application. Staff will then review applications to ensure it's a good match before scheduling an introduction. View full description »