Small Dog Rescue
Cody, age 4, was surrendered by his owner. This handsome boy is reportedly house trained, good with other dogs and has no known health issues. He is neutered and will be up to date on shots and heart worm test. Cody weighs about 20# and would do better with older children. For more information about Cody, contact Mary at (574) 524-6040 and leave a message (voice or text). Cody’s adoption fee is $300.
Cami, a 7-year-old white Schnauzer, is a recently retired breeder who needs continued patient socialization. Due to her shyness, we require a home with an existing well-adjusted dog (one that likes to interact with other dogs) that will help Cami adapt to a new home. She appears to connect better with women, so we feel a 1-2 female home may be the best placement for her. A fenced area is needed until she is comfortable on a leash/tie-out for going potty. She gets along well with other dogs, and has begun playing with toys. Cami likes to get right up into her foster mom’s face, sniff, get kisses, hug, etc. She is spayed and up to date on all veterinary care. Weight: approx 20#. She is working on house training and leash walking, but she still needs work on both of those. Cami’s adoption fee is $450. She is being fostered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. For more information or to discuss whether your home can meet Cami’s needs, contact her foster mom Michelle at (616) 949-7813 or m.vangeest@att.net.
Chanel is currently on hold due to an unexpected health concern. We will update this site over the next couple of weeks. Please check back.
This gal is small (but not pocket-sized!), weighing in around 8.5#. Chanel is 4 years old; she is quiet and something of a couch potato at this point, seeming to like being cuddled. But she currently shows no interest in toys. A quiet home is preferred; older, gentle children may be an option. Chanel will need patient socialization and house training. She is not comfortable on a leash yet, so a fenced area (or exercise pen) for going potty is needed. She seems fine with other dogs if they’re gentle, and pays no attention to the cats in her foster home. Chanel is up to date on her vaccinations and heart worm negative. She will be spayed and have a dental cleaning prior to adoption. Specific inquiries about Chanel can be directed to our email address: 2ndchancesmalldogrescue@gmail.com
Opal is nearly 5 years old. She is a tricolor full size Bernese Mountain Dog and a former breeder. Opal is up to date on shots but still must be spayed. She’s good with other dogs and is pretty social for a former breeder. Adoption fee: $500. For more information on Opal, contact Mary at (574) 524-6040.
Marshall just turned 5 years old, and he’s excited about finding a forever home with humans who will give him loving attention and help him become his best self. He is smart, energetic and loving; eager to please; friendly with other dogs and OK with a calm cat. Marshall is comfortable in his crate and keeps it clean. He is working on house training but will need continued work on that. Marshall’s ideal home will have a fenced yard for burning off energy and a playful canine friend to keep him company if his people are gone for long hours. He is a tall miniature poodle and weighs approx. 18-20#. Marshall will be available for adoption after his vet appointment in mid-February; he will be neutered, up to date on vaccinations and heart worm testing at that time. All in all, Marshall is a delightful and beautiful boy with great potential! His adoption fee is $450. For details, contact his foster mom Michelle at m.vangeest@att.net or (616) 949-7813.
This beautiful boy is a 4-year-old King Charles Cavalier. He is a retired breeder; as usual, he will need some more socialization. He is low key in personality. He is starting to walk on a leash. He crates OK. His vetting will be completed on January 7 and he will become available after that. Though not required for placement, a fenced yard and canine companion would be bonuses! Contact Mary (574) 524-6040 if you have questions.
This little guy was found stray in the Elkhart area on “Turkey Day,” and an extensive search didn’t locate the owners. So he is getting neutered at the end of January and can be “fostered-to-adopt” in the meantime. He is estimated to be only a year old. Turk is friendly; good with other dogs; and described as low key. His adoption fee is $300. For more info, contact Mary at (574) 524-6040 or complete an adoption application online.
UPDATE: We have made the decision not to move forward with the surgery that was recommended based on more information regarding her overall health. We truly appreciate the kindness and concern of our dog-loving friends.
Little Tootz is a sweet Havanese, 4 years old and 11-12#. As is the case with most retired breeders, she will need patient socialization with humans, but she can be quite companionable as she gains trust. A quiet household with an existing, well-adjusted dog is needed. Tootz is good with other dogs; crates well; and is working on house training. A fenced yard is required in order to keep her safe. We prefer to set up any adoption as a Foster-to-Adopt arrangement due to her shyness with humans. Tootz is being fostered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She is spayed, up to date on vaccines and heart worm negative. Her adoption fee is $450. Contact Michelle at (616) 949-7813 or m.vangeest@att.net.
Meet Tiffany, a purebred moyen poodle*. We think her black & white coat is quite unique. Tiffany is good with other dogs. She appears to be rather social for a retired breeder, but her adopter will need to continue socializing her in a patient manner. Though it’s not polite to ask a woman’s weight or age, Tiffany admitted that she weighs around 25# and is 4 years old. A fenced yard is recommended for her safety and exercise while she learns to walk on a leash. If you’re interested in adopting Tiffany, please submit an application. Adoption fee is $450. For more information, contact her foster mom Mary at (574) 524-6040; leave a brief voice or text message and she will return your call as soon as possible.
* Moyen refers to a size category that’s larger than a miniature but smaller than a standard poodle. More common in Europe.
** Tiffany is awaiting the vetting necessary for adoption (mid-December). In the meantime, we can set up a Foster-to-Adopt arrangement; in such case, the “adopter” needs to live within an hour of Elkhart, IN.
On a windy day, 5.5 lb. Jenny might just blow away! This happy little Pomeranian is approx. 5-6 years old, good with other dogs and friendly with people. “Personality plus!” Because Jenny really prefers to be with her people, she barks quite a lot when left alone. She is not yet housebroken, but she can walk on a leash and keeps her crate clean. Her double coat needs regular grooming. A fenced yard is preferred but not required. Jenny is spayed, microchipped, up to date on vaccines and had a dental cleaning. She is heart worm negative and on monthly preventative. Jenny’s adoption fee is $500. If interested in adopting Jenny, please complete an online application. For further information, contact Mary at (574) 524-6040.
Adopted
Details to come. He is fully vetted; under one year old. One brown eye, one blue eye. Pictures will be added after he is groomed this week.