Michelle Vangeest

Pearl & CoCo

Senior Poodle/Yorkie mixes

Pearl (black, female) and CoCo (cream, male) are 11-year-old senior dogs that are looking for their forever homes. We want them to be adopted together as they have always been together. These two are very nice, friendly dogs. CoCo is a lap dog. Their coats and build favor the Poodle breed; they will need regular grooming. Pearl and CoCo are crate trained and housebroken. Pearl has been spayed; CoCo has been neutered. Both have had dental cleaning, heart worm test, blood work, and vaccinations. These lovely dogs were surrendered when their owners lost their home and had to give them up. Adoption fee is $300 for the pair. For inquiries or questions about these dogs, call or text Mary at (574) 524-6040. They are located in Elkhart, Indiana.

Sophie, Schnauzer/Poodle mix

Meet Sophie, a 5-1/2 year old Schnauzer Poodle mix with unusual coloring for the breed; she is white with tan ears and a few tan spots. She is described by her foster mom as “easy to care for” but very active, so Sophie’s forever home should have a fenced yard and someone to play with—maybe kids older than 8 or even another playful canine friend. She loves to play with other dogs, does well on a long leash. She is crate trained, house trained and knows basic commands. Because of her breed mix, she will need to be groomed regularly. Sophie is spayed and up to date on vaccinations. For more details about Sophie, contact her foster mom Sharon at (574) 220-6485. Her adoption fee will be between $400-450.

Toola, Schnauzer mix—Adopted

COULD SHE BE YOUR LUCKY CHARM? Toola is a 3 year old female, weighing 15#. Probably a Schnauzer/terrier mix. Toola is an owner-surrender; a very sweet dog in need of a good home. She is good with other dogs, likes toys and playing with other dogs. Toola is ideally suited as a companion for a senior or couple. A fenced yard is preferred. She is crate trained and housebroken with a schedule. She is fully vetted: spayed, HW neg, UTD on all shots. Adoption fee: $400. For more information, call or text Mary at (574) 524-6040 and leave a clear message with your name, number and Toola’s name. You can also complete the adoption application on our website.

Ruby—Adopted!

Ruby is a 7 year old female King Charles Cavalier, weighing about 15#. She is doing well on house breaking and is crate trained. She is gentle and sweet natured. Ruby is able to walk on leash with a properly fitting harness. A fenced yard is recommended for her safety as she is used to running loose in a fenced yard. Ruby gets along well with other dogs; we don’t know if she has experience with cats. She is up to date on vaccinations, heartworm negative and will be spayed soon, at which time she will have a dental cleaning. Therefore, we expect she will be ready for adoption around March 9. Her adoption fee is $400. Call or text Mary at (574) 524-6040 if you have additional questions. You can also complete our online adoption application on the Adoption link.

Candy, Miniature Schnauzer–Adopted!

Candy is a 6 year old miniature Schnauzer; a retired breeder. She is initially shy but very much a lap dog, once she is comfortable. Candy is fully vetted with required vaccinations, spayed, heart worm negative; and she had a dental cleaning. She is crate trained and doing well on house training. She is good with other dogs and probably older children.

Candy is not yet leash trained so a fenced yard is required (physical fence, not electronic). If you are interested in adopting her, please contact her foster mom Mary at (574) 524-6040. Leave a clear text or voicemail, including your name, phone number, and where you live. She will respond as soon as possible.

Leroy, terrier mix

This is a courtesy post for a senior dog who needs a forever home. Leroy is a 15# senior terrier mix, whose owner is no longer able to take care of him. He is neutered. Leroy is at Dogtown Resort in Middlebury, IN. If interested in adopting him, contact Caroline at Dogtown, (574) 849-0844.

Charlie — Adopted

Charlie is a 4 year old King Charles Cavalier; retired breeder. Charlie has been neutered and updated on any necessary vaccines and heart worm test. A fenced (physical fence) potty area is required since he is currently not used to a leash. Preference will be given to a home with an existing, well-adjusted dog for Charlie to follow around. He is friendly but quite shy — as is typical with retired breeders. He will need time and patience to gain trust in people, but consistent love will win him over. Charlie is pretty low-key, and might even sit on your lap.

If you are interested in Charlie, please complete an adoption application online. His adoption fee is $450. For details, call or text Mary at (574) 524-6040 and leave your name, phone number and brief message. She will respond at her earliest convenience.

Macy, adopted

Macy is an Old English Bulldog; retired breeder, age 1.5 years. Macy is available for Foster-to-Adopt preferably within an hour of Elkhart, Indiana, because she needs to be spayed yet. She will remain with the breeder until that time. If you are interested, please complete an adoption application online. For details, call or text Mary at (574) 524-6040 and leave your name, phone number and brief message. She will respond at her earliest convenience.

Penny, female Boston Terrier

Penny is a red-and-white Boston Terrier; retired breeder, age likely around 5-6 years, and weighs 25#. Penny is available for Foster-to-Adopt preferably within an hour of Elkhart, Indiana, because she needs to be spayed yet. If you are interested, please complete an adoption application online. For details, call or text Mary at (574) 524-6040 and leave your name, phone number and brief message. She will respond at her earliest convenience.

Photos to come.

Lincoln — Adopted!

Lincoln is a retired breeder, approx. 6 years old. We are looking for a Foster-to-Adopt home, preferably within an hour of Elkhart, Indiana, since he needs to be neutered yet. If you are interested, please complete an adoption application online. For details, call or text Mary at (574) 524-6040 and leave your name, phone number and brief message. She will respond at her earliest convenience.

Buddy, Havanese–Adopted

Buddy is a 9-year-old Havanese who spent his life as a breeder without having the luxury of being someone’s special little dog! He came to our rescue in fall of 2024, scared of humans, withdrawn, and not showing interest in life. Most of his time was spent in his crate, where he simply quivered. It took many months for him to realize he was safe; it was heart-warming to see him lie peacefully in his open crate like he had not a care in the world! Though making progress, Buddy is still quite shy with humans, and his adopter will need to be gentle and patient with him to continue his progress. He is quiet, gentle and compliant (particularly with grooming). He gets along well with other dogs and would benefit from a canine friend to show him the ropes. A fenced potty area is required until Buddy gets comfortable on a leash or tie-out. Buddy is current on vaccinations, heart worm negative and had a dental cleaning in August of 2024. He weighs about 13#. His adoption fee is $150. For more information, contact his foster mom Michelle at (616) 949-7813 or m.vangeest@att.net. Buddy is being fostered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Sammy, Adopted

Sammy is a small Maltese, about 8.5#. Retired breeder. Age 4 years. Very social and active, smart and gentle; loves to chase toys. Crate trained. He needs continued work on house training and walking on a leash. Sammy would really enjoy an energetic small canine friend and a fenced yard. Heartworm tested; neutered, microchipped; and up-to-date on shots. Contact his foster mom Michelle for details at (616) 949-7813 or m.vangeest@att.net. He is currently being fostered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Adoption fee $500.