Hi, I’m Dolly.

I’m a 10-year-old, 13-pound little white Shih Tzu mix with a face that’s seen a whole lot of life.

My eyes don’t work very well anymore. I’m mostly blind. My ears aren’t what they used to be either. But my little heart? Oh, that still works just fine.

I had surgery to remove mammary masses and I will be ready for adoption soon. We don’t know what my future holds or how much time I have left.

I know. I’m probably not the dog most people are searching for.

I’m not a fluffy little puppy with years and years ahead of me. I’m an old gal with some medical baggage and a few parts that don’t work quite right anymore.

But I promise, I’m still worth loving.

I don’t need fancy toys or long adventures. I’d just like a soft bed, gentle hands, a warm lap, and someone who doesn’t mind repeating themselves. Preferably loudly.

Maybe we could watch TV together. Well, you could watch. I’ll just enjoy knowing you’re close.

I’m not looking for someone to give me forever. I’m looking for someone to make whatever time I have left feel like forever.

Maybe that’s months. Maybe it’s years. We just don’t know.

What we do know is that I deserve to spend that time being somebody’s cherished little girl.

Rescue Coop is hoping there’s a special kind of hero out there. Someone who can look past my age, my cloudy eyes, and my medical needs and see a little soul who still deserves her happily ever after.

Could you be my hero?

Love,

Dolly

eet Lainey — A Little Girl Who Won the Hearts of Some Very Tough Soldiers

Sometimes, even in the toughest places, a little kindness changes everything.

Laine was found wandering near the Texas border by military personnel who were stationed in the area. Just a young girl, barely a year old and weighing only 39 pounds, she had no one looking out for her.

Or so she thought.

Because she managed to accomplish something pretty special. She stole the hearts of a group of soldiers who had much bigger things to worry about.

Despite everything, Lainey was nothing but sweetness. Friendly, gentle, and trusting, she greeted her new military friends like she’d been waiting for them her whole life.

And those soldiers weren’t about to leave their little girl behind.

Before leaving the area, they went above and beyond to make sure she had somewhere safe to go. They couldn’t give her a forever home themselves, but they made darn sure she would have a chance at finding one.

And now it’s our turn to finish what they started.

Lainey is a beautiful, approximately 1-year-old Lab mix with soulful brown eyes and a heart full of love. She had a slight limp which has healed and she's a sweet, friendly, and has all the makings of a wonderful family dog or devoted best friend.

She had soldiers fighting for her safety. Now she just needs one family willing to fight for her happiness.

Could you be Lainey's happily ever after?

Calling all gals!!! (Because Latte has decided men are extra scary likely due to past abuse).

Latte is the kind of girl who makes you celebrate the tiniest victories—because for her, they aren’t tiny at all.
She is a completely sweet, gentle girl who has clearly learned that keeping her distance feels safest. She isn’t ready for cuddles or affection yet. She doesn’t want you right beside her—but she does want to know you’re there.

Outside at night, she’ll explore a fenced yard as long as she can see her person nearby. During the workday, she’s content to lie on her bed in the office while her foster works or has meetings. She’s learning that sharing space with a human can be safe.

And every so often, we get a glimpse of the dog hiding underneath all that fear.

She LOVES being outside, sniffing, exploring and digging. She’ll secretly play with her squeaky toys when she thinks nobody is watching. She thinks a snuffle mat filled with breakfast is fantastic, and treats are definitely one of the better things humans have invented.

She’s also apparently decided that horses are highly suspicious creatures. When one appeared on TV, Latte suddenly came alive—standing up, staring at the screen, fur raised, growling and barking. She spent the rest of the evening keeping one eye on the television just in case those horses came back.

Latte thrives on routine and predictability. She sleeps quietly through the night in her crate, eats well and views her crate as her safe place.

What Latte needs most isn’t someone determined to “fix” her. She needs someone willing to give her time.

A quiet, patient home where she can have a safe space of her own and learn at her own pace would be ideal.

Latte has shown no aggression. When frightened, she retreats and submits. That’s why her adopter needs to understand fearful dogs and be willing to let trust come to them rather than forcing interaction.

Because underneath that scared little girl, her foster is already catching glimpses of someone else:

A silly girl. A playful girl. A curious girl. A happy girl.

She’s in there.

Latte just needs a patient person willing to give her the time, love and safety she needs to finally come out.

Hi there!
I’m Freddie, and I’m currently accepting applications for the very important position of MY forever human!

I’m just 10 weeks old, weigh 12 pounds, and have a handsome little face that I’ve been told is pretty hard to resist. Personally, I think it’s my floppy ears and soulful eyes that really seal the deal.

I’m still just a baby with a whole big world to discover. I’m looking for someone who will teach me all the important puppy things, shower me with love, forgive the occasional puppy mischief, and promise I’ll never have to wonder where I belong again.

I don’t need a fancy house or expensive toys. Just a soft bed, a full belly, some patience, and a human who thinks I’m the best little boy in the world.

Freddie’s Details:

* 10 weeks old, 12 lbs
* First rounds of puppy vaccines
* Microchipped and dewormed
* Adopter must have him neutered when age appropriate
* Adoption fee: $200 includes transport to an approved adopter

I’m just a little guy hoping my whole life is about to change. Maybe you’re the person I’ve been waiting for?

Love, Freddie

Well, hello there! My name is Finn, and I'm ready to be your best boy.

I’m just 10 weeks old, a sweet little boy who was rescued from a Texas kill shelter. Not exactly the beginning a baby like me deserved, but I’m hoping the next chapter of my story involves a loving family, a cozy bed, lots of toys, and someone who thinks I’m the greatest thing since sliced cheese.

I’m a sweet, slightly shy little fellow with a whole lifetime of love to give. I’m still figuring out this big world, but I think having my very own human to guide me would make everything a lot less scary.

I’ll have my first rounds of vaccinations, be microchipped and dewormed before heading home. My adoption fee is $200, which includes transport to my approved adopter. My family will need to arrange my neuter when I’m old enough.

So, what do you say? Have room in your home for a little guy with adorable eyebrows and a heart just waiting to belong?

Love, Finn

Hi, I’m Beauty. I’m 6 years old, 48 pounds, and I recently lost the only life I knew.

You see, my person entered hospice care. I don’t understand what hospice means. I just know that one day I had a person, a home, and a place where I belonged.

And then I didn’t.

Somehow, I ended up in a high-kill shelter. At 6 years old, I found myself sitting in a scary place, surrounded by strangers, wondering why my whole world had disappeared.

I didn’t do anything wrong. I wasn’t a bad girl. My person just couldn’t take care of me anymore.

Thankfully, Rescue Coop saw me and decided my story wasn’t going to end there.

I’m a quiet, laid-back girl. I’m not asking for grand adventures, fancy toys, or a social calendar. Frankly, my idea of a wild Friday night is a comfy couch, a good movie, and someone willing to share their snacks. I’m an excellent listener, too.

I’ve already lost one home. I’m hoping the next one will be my last.

Maybe you have a little room in your house for a girl who’s had her heart broken.

I promise I won’t take up too much space.

Just 48 pounds on your couch.

And maybe a whole lot of room in your heart.

Love,

Beauty

Hi, I’m Norman. I’m 7 years young, a handsome hound gentleman, and I’m hoping someone out there has a soft spot for a fellow like me.

I’m not asking for much.

A soft bed. A kind human. Some good snacks. And maybe a couch or pup bed where we can sit together and discuss absolutely nothing.

You see, I’m a pretty simple guy. I’m super sweet, laid-back, pleasant, and well past the age of making questionable puppy decisions. I won’t be redecorating your house with shredded toilet paper or trying to eat your favorite shoes.

My wild partying days are behind me. Actually, I’m not sure I ever had any.

Now I’d really love to start my favorite chapter. The one where somebody looks at my graying face, my big hound ears, and my gentle eyes and says, “That one. I want that one.”

I know 7 isn’t the age everyone searches for when adopting. But I’ve still got so much love to give, and I’d sure like to spend the rest of my years giving it to someone who thinks I’m pretty special.

And here’s a little bonus! Someone already believes in me enough to sponsor HALF my adoption fee!

My adoption fee is just $100, and that INCLUDES transport to my approved forever home!

I’m neutered, vaccinated, treated for heartworm, microchipped, and ready to be somebody’s very best boy.

I don’t need a fancy life. I just need a forever one.

Love, Norman

Hi! I’m Cedric. I’m about 4–5 years old, weigh 25 pounds, and I’m trying really hard to be brave.

You see, humans haven’t always been very kind to me.

I spent much of my life chained up. And somewhere along the way, a monster hit me over the head so badly that I lost most of my sight.

I don’t understand what I did to deserve that. I was just a little dog who wanted someone to love him.

Now I’m learning that not every hand is going to hurt me.

I’m still scared. Sometimes VERY scared. But when my foster mama talks sweetly to me, I give her the tiniest, most cautious little tail wag. It’s my way of saying, “I think I might trust you.”

And when I met her mom? Well, I surprised everyone, including myself! I hopped right up on her leg and asked to be picked up.

Apparently, I’m a sucker for a grandma.

Even though I can’t see much, I get around remarkably well! I walk nicely on a leash, I’m crate trained, and so far I’ve been a very good boy with my house manners.

I’m not asking for much.

A soft bed instead of a chain.

Gentle hands instead of cruel ones.

A little patience when the world feels scary.

And someone who will love me enough to make sure I never have to be brave all I’ve already lived through more sadness than any dog should. But I have so much love left to give.

I might not be able to see your face clearly, but I promise I’ll learn your voice, your footsteps, and the sound of someone who loves me coming home.

And one day, I hope my little tail won’t wag so cautiously anymore.

Maybe it’ll wag like crazy.

Because I’ll finally know I’m safe.

Love, Cedric

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