Available for Adoption
Hi, I'm Trey! I have been with my foster mom and dad for some time now. I guess that pretty soon I will be about 4 years old. I keep hearing my foster mom and dad saying that they have fallen in love with me but really want me to find a forever home that can be all mine! Like many rescue dogs, I have not had the easiest life. Before coming to BDBH I spent a pretty long time in a shelter. The reason I ended up staying there so long was because the people who worked there really cared for me and also wanted to help me find the perfect forever home.
So, if I could describe to you my perfect forever home it would be one where I am the top dog and where I will be loved unconditionally. I like female dogs who are confident and in fact, I love to run around the back yard with my foster sisters. I really do not care for male dogs. My perfect home also does not have cats because while I don't live with any at my foster home I love to chase the squirrels in the back yard and my foster mom says its probably best if I don't live with kitties. Also, my perfect home is one with just adults or with children who are at least 15 years old. I can't tell my foster parents but they know that young children make me a little nervous and I prefer to not be around them.Before I go any further let me also tell you some things that make me a really great guy! I love to snuggle! I really enjoy cuddling in bed in the morning and will give you all sorts of kisses. I am a very playful, active guy, but also am really mellow. I like to just hang out and play with a toy. My foster mom and dad say I'm pretty funny to watch when I am playing with a toy, I like to roll around on my back and toss the toys in the air. I also know my commands. I know sit, down, wait and focus. I also walk really well on a leash, and when I am told I will stay right at your heel, I will. I don't love my crate, but will go in it when I have to. Otherwise, I am a pretty good boy and can be trusted to be free in the house during the day while my foster mom and dad are at work. I have to admit, that once in a while I can't help myself and will steal a fork or a cup from the sink and my foster mom laughs at me when she comes home. I make them laugh also when I try to catch bugs outside...they say that I can be pretty goofy sometimes! I would really do best with someone who will have rules and boundaries for me.Well, I think that that is about it for now. I really am a great guy and have a whole lot of love to give!If you have any other questions about me, Trey, contact my foster mom and dad: Lindsay and Tim at: lheberg3@gmail.com
Neutered: Yes
UTD on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Crate-trained: Yes
House-trained: Yes
I am located in the Rochester NY area and am typically at the meet and greets at Pet Supplies Plus in Fairport on Saturdays from 11-2pm
While BDBH does its best to accurately label a rescue dog's breed(s), BDBH cannot guarantee its accuracy.
Available for Adoption
Nani is a 4 year old Male Siberian Husky and a beautiful boy at that! Nani has had a bit of an unsettled past like many of our rescue dogs where he has been bounced around too many times.
When he arrived to his foster home he needed a lot of work on handling, meeting new dogs and learning just how to be "a dog". Nani has come such a long way and enjoys the company of his 3 male foster siblings (1 Staffordshire Bull Terrier mix and 2 Siberian Huskies) He has even learned how to play which is a BIG step for Nani. He continues to improve when meeting dogs outside of his "pack" and is much more at ease when out in public.
Nani will need a consistent, experienced handler that is willing to continue his socialization and behavior modification. He is a sweet, loving Sibe who really enjoys human companionship and is quite happy to settle by your feet at night looking for pets and kisses. He is VERY comical to watch when playing with his squeaker toys and tennis balls as he bounces around the yard pouncing on them! He is very deserving of his own forever home where he will settle in and give lots of love for many years to come!
NOTE: NANI MUST GO TO A HOME WITH A FULLY FENCED IN BACKYARD AND NO CATS
If you feel you could provide the home we are looking for for Nani, please feel free to contact his foster parents Kristin and Bob at kristino4485@yahoo.com
Neutered: Yes
Up to Date on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Prevention: Yes
Housebroken: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
I am located in the Rochester NY area and am typically at the meet and greets at Pet Supplies Plus in Fairport on Saturdays from 11-2pm
Available for Adoption
Harley (aka Charlie) Special Needs
Charlie, who now is called Harley, was surrendered to a vets office in North Carolina to be euthanized. Harley is a 1 1/2 year old purebred, male German Shepherd. Harley's owner was presenting Charlie for euthanasia due to finances and not being able to afford to keep him. At 6 months of age, Harley began regurgitating food infrequently. Since then, Harley has had a history of weight loss and some regurgitation. The owner declined any type of work up to properly diagnose the medical condition. He only wanted to wash his hands of Harley and refused to take him to the humane society because they require a fee to relinquish. All this by his owner who was suppose to love and protect his cherished pet. Lucky for Harley the wonderful vet would not euthanize him. Radiographs were done to diagnose Mega Esophagus.
What is Mega Esophagus: Mega E
Megaesophagus is a condition where there is decreased or absent motility (movement, muscular contractions) of the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that carries food and water from the throat to the stomach. With Mega esophagus, passing food all the way to the stomach becomes difficult, and the food may be regurgitated back up into the throat. This reduced motility usually results in dilation of the esophagus.
What are the symptoms of Mega E
The most common symptom of Mega E is Regurgitation. Regurgitation is a passive return of food or liquids that have been ingested back to the mouth. Regurgitated material is usually moist but not fully digested. Vomiting, on the other hand, is a active process that involves the muscles of the belly, diaphragm and ribs to actively expel stomach and intestinal contents out of the mouth.
Feeding your Mega E Furbaby
1) Feed (and water) your dog vertically. This means the spine should be straight up and down, with the dog seated in the “beg position” every time the dog receives anything by mouth (food, water, medication, treats). Feeding your dog elevated is not enough because the esophagus is still at an angle and food can still accumulate in pouches and pockets. There are a variety of ways to feed vertically. There is a specially designed chair called the Bailey Chair, which you can build for your dog. This is highly recommended and with the proper fit assures your dog is correctly positioned and supported . It is also important to feed your dog slowly and not allow gulping. The same vertical position is necessary for water. Allowing your dog to drink from a bowl on the floor is usually a problem. Many people add enough water to their dog’s food to avoid this potential problem. A dog generally needs 1 ounce of water per pound of body weight per day, more if it is very active. Some people use unflavored gelatin to make water cubes to help hydrate their dog if liquid alone causes problems.
2) Keep your dog vertical for a minimum of 15-20 minutes after each meal. Yes, this sounds like a hassle, but the difference it makes in your dog’s health and quality of life will be well worth it. The time spent vertical will allow gravity to empty anything in the esophagus into the stomach, which will in turn help minimize regurgitation. You will need to see what amount of time works best for your dog
UPDATE:
We have been on a medical roller coaster with Harley. Harley began to refuse eating which for a mega e dog is highly unusual. Doctors finally decided that they would have to do surgery because they suspected intersussuption (a bowel/stomach twist and/or obstruction). Any surgery is a high risk for Mega E dogs because an already relaxed esophagus reflex exists then anesthesia relax's those muscles even more and high incidences of regurg can happen. Well it did as soon as they put him under. He regurged and lost oxygen. It took quite some time to stabilize him to proceed with the surgery. The vets thought they were going to lose him : ( But, he made it thru surgery and biopsies were collected as what appeared to be intersussuption, wasn't. Biopsies returned 10 days later. Thank goodness nothing 'serious'. Harley has severe food allergies. He began to refuse eating because the food was causing high infection and bodily reaction. So, he is on a vet prescribed food diet.
Also, throughout our medical rollercoaster, it was found that he is heartworm positive. He had tested negative in North Carolina, so it was that it was in such an early stage, it did not detect by the heartworm test. He is being treated "slow kill" method because of his compromised immune system and immiticide shortage. It is believe that we didn't want to risk the Heartworm Injections of Immiticide, which is considered the standard, fast kill method. So the slow kill consists of regular monthly heartgard pills. Then to top it all, we are trying to stabilize Irritable Bowel Disease which is caused in part by the food allergies and in part to his compromised immune system. He is also moderate hip dysplasia. So medically, poor Harley has had more than one dog should have, but thru it all, he has such a will to live, he is amazing. That covers Harley medically.
Harley is a very sensitive, anxious dog, probably because he was undersocialized. He is fearful of new people until he is comfortable with them. Eye contact from new people frightens Harley. Harley likes to do things on his own terms when meeting people. He likes to approach vs people approaching him. Harley seems to prefer women. HARLEY CAN NOT GO TO A HOME WITH CHILDREN or a busy household. Harley needs to be fed small meals, thru out the day, so he would benefit from having someone with a flexible schedule.
Harley LOVES other dogs
If you are interested in more information about Harley, email Rose: explorer53160@msn.com
I am located in the Buffalo NY area and am typically at the meet and greets at Petsmart in Clarence on Saturdays from 12-2pm
Available for Adoption
My name is Cooper. I am a year old on Wednesday 1/11. I am a Great Pyrenees. For more information on my breed please read: http://www.akc.org/breeds/great_pyrenees
Shortly after arriving to my foster home it was discovered that I was in liver failure. I spent time with the wonderful people at Mendon Companion Animal Hospital. My illness was so severe that I spent a week at Cornell Veterinary Hospital. I was treated with supportive therapy. This means that I was given antibiotics, fluids & some plasma transfusions. I was on medicines for a few months to support my liver and body. BDBH was able to give me the very best due to the generous support of its benefactors & veterinary teams at Mendon & Cornell.
- I am ready for a forever home. I weigh 90lbs.
- I am a handsome boy.
- I will need follow up lab work at least yearly.
- I will need a low protein diet ( less than 24%). I am allergic to chicken & fleas.
- I will need a strong supportive patient leader. When in new situations I can become hesitant & unsure.
- I will need dog obedience classes. I have completed basic. I will need to repeat in order to bond with my family.
Great Pyrenees are often live stock guardian dogs.
- I may need to return to Cornell if I become ill again, so local adopters only please. (Rochester, Finger Lakes, Ithaca Areas)
- I will need a home with a fence
- I live with another Pyr, she's okay,she's old but some times I get her to play.. however I can be dominant with other dogs
- I live with a cat too, she's okay too.
- I drool. I usually wear a bandana. I love to go in the car.
- My undercoat drops out twice yearly.
- My coat is easily maintained with weekly brushings. Yes, I like this.
- I have separation anxiety which is increased with a crate.
- I am smart, dedicated & independent, loving & loyal.
- I will only be placed with older children
Local area only adoptions to be considered
If you are interested in Cooper please contact his foster mom for more information at mel14564@gmail.com
Neutered: Yes
UTD on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Crate-trained: Unknown
House-trained: Unknown
Please check with my foster mom for my availability at meet and greets
Available for Adoption
Rocky is about one year old. He is a nice size, about 45lbs. He was given up because he had an embedded collar. His owners left his collar on as he grew and it needed to be surgically removed from his neck. He is looking for a family who will love and care for him like he deserves. Rocky is looking forward to having a forever home where he is always treated like a member of the family.
Rocky cannot have soft dog toys because he will eat them. Marrow bones, edible chews, and antlers are all good toys for Rocky. Rocky will need to go to a home with older children, because we all know that young children have lots of small toys with small parts that Rocky could eat. Rocky's ideal home would have another dog for him to play with, although he prefers dogs who are more laid back like him. He is very good with dog-savvy cats. Rocky is such a happy guy and so unique looking! He is very friendly and easy going. Rocky's typical day consists of playing and running with his foster siblings and following his foster mom around the house, wiggling in excitement, sitting for kisses and cuddles, chewing on antlers, and flopping to have his belly rubbed. He also loves to go for walks. He is learning basic commands and crate training and he is doing wonderfully-- he is a very quick learner and very eager to please. We know there is a family out there who will accommodate Rocky's needs in exchange for his unending love. Rocky is such a special dog and we are so excited for him to find a family of his very own.
Due to early lack of socialization and possibly being tied out Rocky gets a little frustrated at times when he wants to see things closer. We are working on this and will also work with his adopters to help them to follow through with his training. Rocky's home must have a yard that is fully fenced with solid fencing (stockade/ wooden fence) so that when he is out with his family he can focus on them instead of other things that might frustrate him
If you are interested in Rocky please contact his foster mom at marylwieand@gmail.com
Neutered: Yes
Up to Date on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Flea/tick Prevention: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Housebroken: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
Please check with my foster mom for my availability at meet and greet
Available for Adoption
Meet Knuckles, a 3 year old male Doberman. Knuckles may be three, however, he is a BIG puppy and very playful. He loves to play with stuffed squeaky toys (though he goes through toys quickly) and loves to chew on bones.
He is still learning manners, but is very smart and very eager to please. He now knows how to sit before his meals, before a toy is thrown, and before he is leashed.
Knuckles is an adorable boy, who absolutely LOVES to cuddle- and when given the chance, tries to be a lap dog.
Knuckles does have some problems with insecurity and leash reactivity towards other dogs. Knuckles currently lives with two resident female dogs and two cats, and has done extremely well. He is able to go on walks with the resident dogs without any issues, however, Knuckles is working on better leash skills. Knuckles looks to his sisters for guidance, and will need to go to a home with a well-rounded dog to continue to help him with his insecurities and mature. Obedience class will be required with Knuckles in order to build a positive relationship with his new owner.
In addition, Knuckles is gaining weight, but still needs a few more pounds. Knuckle's left eye does not produce enough tears and he will require eye drops for life. Knuckles may need to see an eye specialist.
Please do your research on Dobermans, Knuckles is a high-energy, very smart boy, who will need an experienced handler. A fenced in yard is required.
Update: Knuckles has really settled into a routine, and has made a lot of progress. He now responds to "no", "sit", "stay", and "come". He enjoys being out in the barn with the horses, and acts appropriate- no barking, running around, ect. He has done well with young children, ages two through ten, however, has a lot of energy and power, so living with young children may not be appropriate for him. Recently he has started going to the back door whenever he wants to go outside- which most of the time he goes to the bathroom, but sometimes he just wants to play! He is also has learned that he is not allowed to invite himself into the people's bed at night, but is always the first one in the morning to give good morning kisses! Honestly, every person that has met Knuckles falls in love immediately! However, again, a fenced in yard and obedience class is required for Knuckles, as he is a very energetic and headstrong boy, and will require his owners to be committed to him forever. Knuckles would be a great dog for an active family/owner- LOVES to go on long walks/hikes!
If you are interested in Knuckles please contact Ashley at amw0206@live.com
Neutered: Yes
Up to Date on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Flea/tick Preventative: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Housebroken: Work in progress
Crate trained: Work in progress
Please contact Knuckles' foster mom for my availability at meet and greets
Available for Adoption
Bandit is a smart, sweet, affectionate, 3 year old English Setter with some of the softest fur around! He is a medium size dog, weighing around 50-54 pounds. Being surrendered by his owner (who was afflicted with medical issues) left this poor guy confused, and not sure where he belongs.
He loves to be close, and really enjoys a good belly rub. Bandit is currently living with a large and small dogs, cats and children and does well with all.
His foster siblings are very patient and are teaching him what it is like to romp around with “doggie abandon”. He is learning this while holding a tennis ball in one side of his mouth, and his tongue hanging out of the other. He has also established a love of nylabones and kongs.
Bandit is housebroken and crate trained, and we are currently working on basic obedience, and manners. Future obedience training would be highly recommended for Bandit and his “fur-ever” family. With consistency and patience (which is necessary with all dogs) he is making great improvements. He is smart as a whip, and needs to have his mind challenged, and focused as much as his body.
If you have an active lifestyle, and are looking for a loving, active companion to grow old with you and your family, then Bandit is the dog for you! He is so deserving of a loving home and family that will be his forever.
If you are interested in Bandit please contact his foster mom at alyndra@pugsleysplace.org
Neutered: Yes
Up to Date on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Flea/tick Preventative: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Housebroken: Work in progress
Crate trained: Work in progress
Please contact my foster mom for my availability at meet and greets
Available for Adoption
Hi everyone, my name is Kingston; and I am a beautiful 4 1/2 year old White, German Shepherd. I am a very happy boy, who loves to play with squeaky and tug toys. I love to go for long walks with my foster mom. I am housebroken, up-to-date on all my shots, neutered, and heartworm negative....The forever home I want, is where I am the only dog. I need a patient and understanding, adult home; where there would be a lot of love and attention. Once I bond, it is very strong, and I want to be with that person all the time. I would also like someone who has German Shepherd handling experience. My foster mom has taught me a lot of things; like to sit, go crate, down, and go outside. Also, did I mention, I love treats. I am such a good boy.
If you would like more information on me, please email my foster mom: smercado14215@yahoo.com
Neutered: Yes
Up-to-Date on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Flea/Tick Prevention: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Housebroken: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
I am located in the Buffalo NY area and am typically at the meet and greets at Petsmart in Clarence on Saturdays from 12-2pm
Under Medical Evaluation
Burley "boy" is one of the most delightful dogs you will ever meet. Burley is a 5 year old Shepherd/Golden Retriever mix. Burley just loves to be with his person, wants to please, give kisses and curls up at your feet when you are relaxing. Burley knows commands of sit, stay, down, come and no, but can sometimes be stubborn about doing them immediately if he wants attention from you, which is easily given into as he has the biggest puppy dog eyes that ever looked at you. Burley is great with his foster sister and foster obnoxious bird. He loves all people, big and small. He was previously lived with 2 other dogs and three cats. Burley likes to take walks, but can tug on the leash, so we are working on that issue. He sleeps the night and waits for you to get up and take him out. He does go into his crate when you leave the house, but it's a bit reluctantly, and he's very excited when you come home and let him out. If you want a dog with great personality, an easy temperament and a laid back personality, Burley is the dog for you.
If you have any questions or would like to meet him please contact his foster at susanlgregory2@yahoo.com, for more details
Neutered - Yes
Up to date Vaccines - Yes
Heartworm tested - Negative
Housebroken - Yes
Crate Trained - Yes
Microchipped - Will be prior to adoption
I am located in the Buffalo NY area and am typically at the meet and greets at Petsmart in Clarence on Saturdays from 12-2pm
Available for Adoption
Hi! My name is Bruno. I am a 9 month old redbone/blood hound mix. I came to BDBH from Vestal NY, where I was a stray and taken into a shelter. The nice people from Vestal where able to get me to the Buffalo area where I know live with my foster mom, dad, and my two foster siblings.
I am still very much a puppy so I love to run and play all the time. I am still learning my manners and basic commands but, I am learning quickly so my foster mom and dad say! I know how to sit, lie down, walk nice on a leash, give kisses and take treats nicely!! I can be mouthy when I play but I am working hard to learn not too.
I get along great with other dogs of any size, cats I just need to warm up too but they quickly become good friends of mine. I have a big bark when meeting new dogs but I am working hard on the no barking command.
I am blind in one eye it doesn't’ stop me from playing and loving all the time!
I am a big boy so will need lots of space to run and play. It would be in my best interest if my forever home had a fenced in yard. I just would love to have forever home that loves to cuddle, show me affection, and will go to training classes to teach me things I need to learn to continue to be a good boy.
If you are interested in Bruno please contact her foster mom at: melissa.hoolihan@hilton.com.
Neutered: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
UTD on Shots: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Flea/Tick Preventative: Yes
Housebroken: Yes
I am located in the Buffalo NY area and am typically at the meet and greets at Petsmart in Clarence on Saturdays from 12-2pm
Adoption Pending
Hi, my name is Storm! I am an 11 month old Siberian Husky. I was surrendered to a local shelter because my family was moving and couldn't take me with them. I have a very soft grey/white coat and gorgeous ice blue eyes!
I am full of life and love to play, especially with other dogs. I am a "life of the party" type guy and love to always be on the go! I have lived with a dog (small dog) in the past, and am currently in a foster home with other large breed dogs, and boy is it fun to have dogs my own size to play with!
I have been cat tested, but my foster mommy seems to think a home without cats (unless your cat is dog savvy) would be best as I like to play with them and tend to get rough. I don't mean to play rough or hurt them, but I can't help that I am bigger than them. Also, a home without young kids would be best, as I may accidentally knock them over in my excitement.
Because I am still a puppy, I am still learning the rules of living in a home. My foster family is teaching me how to share my food and toys and I am doing very good but my new family will need to continue to teach me until I understand. I have already learned how to sit and am currently learning down and how to walk on a leash. I am food motivated, so training me is not hard, although sometimes I have a mind of my own and try to get my way from time to time, but my foster mom says that's a husky thing.
I do have a slight overbite, while it may look a bit funny, it does not effect me at all. Huskies are known to have them.
I am looking for a home that is active, so I can continue to explore the world and tire my brain, one that will take me to doggy school, so I can learn who is the leader, and one who will love me forever!
If you are looking for a happy, active puppy that will add some excitement to your life, I am the dog for you!
If you would like more information on me, please contact my foster mom at: k9adopt@rochester.rr.com
Neutered: Yes
Up-to-Date on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Flea/Tick Prevention: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Housebroken: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
I am located in the Buffalo NY area and am typically at the meet and greets at Petsmart in Clarence on Saturdays from 12-2pm
Available for Adoption
Introducing Floyd. Floyd is a 10 month old Siberian Husky. He was picked up as a stray and landed himself at a shelter. Being a stray, we don't know much about his past life. While in foster Floyd will be working on some basic manners. Floyd is a very social guy.
Update
Floyd is doing well in foster care. He is completely housebroken and does well in his crate. He loves to play with other dogs. He loves to play with his toys, but does not chew on inappropriate things. He will need continued work on his manners such as jumping on the counters to steal food. He's a super social guy that likes every one he meets.
Update
Floyd is a very happy and a very playful boy, who knows he is cute, but still needs to work on his jumping and mouthy-ness, so he will need someone with breed experience and older children. He also has very strong prey drive, so a home without any other small animals will be safer. He is very attached to all of his foster brothers and sisters, and loves to wrestle and run with them in the yard, so a physical fenced yard and another dog to play with would be best for him. Once tired out, he likes to give kisses and rubs to his people, but can sometimes forget and start to try and wrestle with his people like he does with his foster siblings, but corrects easily verbally. He is fairly quiet in his
crate and bonds quickly.
If you are interested in Floyd please contact his foster mom at bigdogsrulerescue@Rochester.rr.com
Neutered: Yes
UTD on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Crate-trained: Yes
House-trained: Yes
I am located in the Rochester NY area and am typically at the meet and greets at Pet Supplies Plus in Fairport on Saturdays from 11-2pm
Adopted
Introducing Willis. He is a Mastiff mix, one person even suggested Mastiff/Plott Hound. He has a very laid back personality, is very tolerant and even a little submissive. He has no idea of his own strength and does need leash training, but the more he gets out the better he has become. He does very well with other dogs and all in all has a great disposition. Very smart guy who knows how to sit and is working on shake. He enjoys people a lot and is super affectionate. Willis is a very tolerant guy who does not mind the company of other dogs or cats.
More information once he arrives
If you are interested in Willis please contact DaniRadlichBDBH@yahoo.com
Neutered: Yes
UTD on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Crate-trained: Yes
House-trained: Yes
Under Evaluation
Titus is one of the two, 6-week-old puppies removed at Christmas time from an area shelter needing treatment for an illness known as juvenile cellulitis, or puppy strangles. The illness was caught early, but due to the severity of their case, they are still being treated. They are improving every week, and are slowly being weaned off their medications.
Titus is now 12 weeks old. He is a happy, super smart pup. When you look at him you can see he is always trying to work things out. His transformation from a scared, timid little guy to a growing, energetic, independent, love bug has been wonderful to watch.
He is living with his foster parents, “T” brother Tanner, and 2 foster sisters, and 1 foster brother. He loves his foster siblings, and thinks he is a big dog, even though he is barely bigger then their heads. After his intense puppy play comes naptime, where he promptly seeks out either his foster mom, or dad in order to crawl up in their lap to cuddle up and rest.
Due to his intelligence (and food motivation) he is quickly learning his basic commands. Crate training has been good as well. After a few moments of complaint, he gets settled in and falls fast asleep. Potty training has been a journey due to his medications, but in the last week or so we are really making some headway. When we can’t get to him fast enough, as it would be every 10 minutes due to his water intake, he will go to their pen area and use the newspaper. As I said before, SMART!!
Due to his on going medical treatment, Titus is not up for adoption at this time, but we will continue to give updates on his progress, and when he will be available for adoption.
For more information on Titus please contact heathera98@me.com
Under Evaluation
Tanner is one of the two, 6-week-old puppies removed at Christmas time from an area shelter needing treatment for an illness known as juvenile cellulitis, or puppy strangles. The illness was caught early, but due to the severity of their case, they are still being treated. They are improving every week, and are slowly being weaned off their medications.
Tanner is a happy, bouncy, very social, 12 week old puppy that lives with his foster parents, “T” brother Titus, and 2 foster sisters, and 1 foster brother. It is such a pleasure to watch him constantly eyeing his big foster siblings in order to mimic them. He wants to be a big dog so bad. Has it been mentioned yet how incredible his nose is? It is either in the air, or on the ground, but he can catch the scent of just about anything. Like his brother, Tanner is also very affectionate. When winding down he just can’t seem to get close enough to one of his foster parents.
Tanner is smart little guy, although his nose seems to offer a few more distractions during some of his basic obedience training, but he is starting to be consistent in his response to commands. Due to his social personality, and his need to know where his foster family is and be a part of the action, crate training has not been his favorite thing. However, with patience, persistence and a peanut butter filled Kong, vast improvements are being seen. Potty training has been a journey due to his medications, but in the last week or so we are really making some headway. When we can’t get to him fast enough, as it would be every 10 minutes due to his water intake, he will go to their pen area and use the newspaper. As I said before, SMART!!
Due to his on going medical treatment, Titus is not up for adoption at this time, but we will continue to give updates on his progress, and when he will be available for adoption.
For more information on Tanner please contact heathera98@me.com
Available for Adoption
Hi everyone, my new name is Pax. I am a 1-year-old boy that loves to play, run and do goofy puppy things. I am about 26 inches tall at the shoulder and will weigh about 75 to 80 pounds when I reach my full size. I really enjoy playing with my foster family’s German Shepherd, Skye. We run and play until our tongues hang out then rest for a little and play some more. I like my chew toys too, especially the Nyla bone. I always chew my toys, never socks or shoes or anything.
I am light sable color with golden eyes. My mom says that I am a very regal guy and am a good boy. I like that!
I know how to sit, lay down, stay and will walk nicely on a leash and wait for my food to be put down before I try to eat it. I do get scared of new people and dogs but I warm up quickly when I feel safe. I like to lean on people’s legs then.
I know how to ask to go outside when I need to and also know to go lay in my crate when my people are eating dinner. I will wait at the top or bottom of the stairs until my people say its ok. I am leaning how to catch treats when they are tossed to me, I am getting pretty good at it too, if I do say so.
I really like being a dog now. I have gained some weight so I feel better and now I know what people want me to do.
I would really like a home that has another dog in it for me to play with. Come and meet me at the Buffalo Meet and Greets but please let my mom know that you are coming so that we can be sure to be there.
Pax will be required to go to obedience classes with his adopters for socialization. Breed experience required. Pax will not be placed with children under the age of 12 years old
Thanks for reading about me; maybe I am the one for you!
For more information on Pax please contact snowqueen@roadrunner.com
Neutered: Yes
Up-to-Date on Vaccines: Yes
Heartworm Test Results: Negative
Heartworm Preventative: Yes
Flea/Tick Prevention: Yes
Microchipped: Yes
Housebroken: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
I am located in the Buffalo NY area and am typically at the meet and greets at Petsmart in Clarence on Saturdays from 12-2pm
New Arrival
Austin has just arrived from a Kentucky Shelter. The conditions in this shelter are just horrible.Multiple dogs occupy the same kennel/ 'living' space. Austin is a 18 month old, male, German Shepherd. He is a beautiful boy, who needs to put on some much needed weight. In the few days that Austin has been here, he appears to be a verysweet, gentle boy who is just soaking up all the love and attention he can get.
Updates on Austin as he settles into his foster home
For more information on Austi please contact Rose: explorer53160@msn.com
Neutered: Will Be Prior to Adoption
UTD on Vaccines: Will Be Prior to Adoption
Heartworm Test Results: Will Be Prior to Adoption
Microchipped: Will Be Prior to Adoption
Under Medical Evaluation
Introducing Franklin D S'more
"I once heard someone say when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Well, life sure gave me a lemon. Back around Thanksgiving time, my owner had to go into the hospital, and they told me that he wasn't coming back. The neighbors were supposed to take care of me while things got figured out, but they left, too. All I remember is going days and days without food, water, and love. The next thing I knew, I was at Lollypop Farm in the Veterinary Clinic. From the looks on everyone's faces, I was not looking too good. I'm super skinny, and have an abscess on the side of my face that isn't too pretty. When I lay down, it feels funny, and I can't get comfortable...my bony hips make it really hard to get cozy. The veterinary clinic has taken good care of me, but I need so much extra veterinary care, that the awesome people at BDBH decided to take my case. I'm waiting for some bloodwork to come back to see exactly what medicine I need. For now, I'm just trying to get my appetite back! I'm not really into the whole dog food thing (I'm going to milk this while I can!), but the chicken someone fed me sure did hit the spot! I have gained a pound since I've been eating...not much but it's a start!! I'm a really handsome boy, and I'm 5 years old, so if I can just get better, I'll have my whole life ahead of me!! For now, I have a nice soft bed to sleep on, and lots of people who care about me, so hopefully my "lemonade" is in the making!! If you can find it in your heart I could use some donations to help with my care, plus some positive thoughts and prayers"
Big Dogs Big Hearts rescues are microchipped with a 24PetWatch microchip. This includes free registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service
Big Dogs Big Hearts rescues come with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance through ShelterCare, which will be provided on adoption day!
Our non-refundable adoption donation is $295. The adoption donation helps defray some of BDBH's expenses, which allows us to save more dogs.
