Meet Mello!
Available for adoption at Forgotten Dogs Rescue
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Other Available #WhyNotMePets

Audrey, 3 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at Seattle Humane
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  • I have a lot of energy, I just love to go for adventures! My past family wasn't able to put in the time I needed to burn off all my energy, I hope my next family can do this for me!
  • I am spunky, inquisitive, smart, and very cuddly. 
  • I loves cookies, adventures, and casual zoomies through sprinklers and water hoses!
Mello, 8 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Forgotten Dogs Rescue

  • Whats up? I’m Mello, just a mellow guy looking for a home where I can nap and cuddle! Snuggles and belly rubs are my favorite! 
  • I want to be your only pet, but I LOVE kids! I’m a really family oriented guy. People are my whole world, sometimes it’s scary when they leave me alone. 
  • A family who can be home with me a lot and help me with my separation anxiety would be perfect. I love car rides so I’m the best errand buddy ever!​
Rocket, 9 months, Male

Adopt me at Whitman County Humane Society
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  • I was left outside with no human interaction a lot at my first home, which is the opposite of what a puppy like me wants! I have very little experience with positive reinforcement, so I need to start fresh with a family who knows what they are doing. 
  • I was never taught not to do certain things, so please be patient! I am still young, and I’m super smart and active so we will have lots of fun with training.  
  • I might need a job to do, running, hiking, and playing for hours always calms me down into the amazingly sweet dog I am. I just have so much energy!!  ​I'd like to live in a home with no other pets, because I want you to focus on me and I don't get along with four legged friends. 
Abba, 6 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at Seattle Humane

  • Despite my sad past, I am so very loving and happy! I love when people are around, cuddles and belly rubs are the best.  
  • I am pretty laid back, but I still like to go for walks. Also, I have a bit of claustrophobia that I’m working through. I do well in cars, but some places like elevators really freak me out! 
  • I would do best in a quiet home, so older kids would be best. My pals at the shelter aren’t sure how I’d d with cats, and I would like to be the only pup in my home. 
Roxy, 6 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at the Homeward Pet Adoption Center 
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  • I’m a spunky gal who loves long walks and playing! I especially love soft squeaky toys.  
  • I am super smart and food motivated, I love to learn! I can be anxious around new people and environments, but I know my new family will help me learn it’s not so scary. I would love a quiet and patient home! 
  • Once you earn my trust, you’ll realize how fun and friendly I am! Good things take time, and my friendship is very much worth the wait. ​
Chance is currently on hold for adoption, please check back another time! 
Chance, 2 yrs., Male

Adopt me at Pasado's Safehaven

  • Hey there I’m Chance, I am a little unsure at first but once you get to know me, I will shower you with love! I like to nudge my face into the people I love, and lean up against them. I am even known to give a few kisses here and there! 
  • I would do best in a house with a yard, no apartments. I also want to be the only pet, and older children only.  
  • I have a favorite lion toy and I’ll toss it around for myself if no one is around to play! I also love splashing around in water. I am a super fun guy looking for a patient and loving home.  
Marty, 3 yrs., Male

Adopt me at Pasado's Safehaven
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  • Hi there I’m Marty!! I LOOOVE people!! Maybe a little too much, I get really worried when my people are away. I know once I build my confidence up, I will learn to cope when my parents are away.  
  • I love to lay across people, stretching my whole body against them and snuggling as close as possible! 
  • I would like a home without young kids or other pets, and I would do best in a rural environment versus an apartment. 

 ​Nubbins, 2 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Forgotten Dogs Rescue

  • Hi!! I'm Nubbins, I hurt my tail and had it amputated, now I'm pain free, ready for a new home, and I have the best name ever! 
  • I am a goofy, squishy faced boy looking for the good life; chewing toys, playing all day, and getting into silly shenanigans!
  • I could live with another dog if they love to rough house like me. My favorite activity is wrestling other dogs with a rope toy in my mouth, I'm great at multi-tasking! 
Micah, 2 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Seattle Humane
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  • I’m Micah! First things first, I’ve had surgery for my bad knee and some skin troubles that I need my new family to monitor, but I’m a young active guy with so much love to give!!  
  • I am a big wiggly goofball, I love to make my people laugh! I am young so I’m still really active, I love to play fetch and tug of war, and learn new tricks!  
  • I love to have play dates with canine pals, but I should be the only pet in my new home to help avoid aggravating my knee injury.
Hippy, 4 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Purrfect Pals Cat Sanctuary
  • Hey I’m Hippy! I love to get cuddles and pets. Don’t worry if you forget, I will follow you around and remind you to rub my cheeks all the time! 
  • I take a medication daily for my heart condition. The doctor said they don’t know when my heart will give up, so I live every day to the fullest! Every day with me is a celebration of life, snuggles, and belly rubs! (Did I mention I am one of those rare cats who LOVES belly rubs!?!?) 
  • I could get along with a canine or feline roomie, but I like a calm environment so no young crazy kiddos please! I just want to cuddle and watch birds. You might even hear me talking to the birdies in cute little chittering sounds.  ​
Dusty , 7 yrs., Male
Cinnamon, 3 yrs., Female
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Adopt us at Seattle Dogs Homeless Program
  • Hello! We are siblings Dusty and Cinnamon, and we love to cuddle!!  
  • We are looking for a new home (without cats please!) after our mom passed away and our new family became homeless. We’ve gone through so much together, and we really hope we can stay together in our new home!  
  • Cinnamon loves to play, Dusty loves car rides, and we both love to hang out with our people!  ​
Emmett, 2.5 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League (WAMAL)

  • I have been in and out of shelter life for a while, so I can be a bit protective of my food. I hope my new people will continue to help me work on this.  
  • I LOVE my people!! I am 100 pounds of goofy boy who loves playing with toys. I’m just a really happy guy!  
  • I would do best with older kids since I’m so big, and I get along with mid sized dogs and larger, but not any type of small critter. ​ ​
 ​Jingle, 2 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County
  • I’m a big cuddly clown who loves to go on walks with my people, have some quick zoomies in the yard, and then run inside for snuggles on the couch!  
  • I was helped by a stranger when I was abandoned in a parking lot and had a Grand Mal seizure. I haven’t had any seizures since starting my new life at the shelter! I can also get a little crazy when I see other animals when I’m out on walks, so I’d love a trainer to help me with that. I am very eager to learn! 
  • I would do best as an only pet, but I have a BIG personality and snuggle with the force of a thousand puppers! I love to spoon, play with my toys, and be with my people. 
Summer, 3 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at Greyhound Pets Inc

  • I am originally from South Korea, but I’m loving life here in America! The only thing that would make it better would be getting adopted by a new family!  
  • I LOVE people, I just want to hang out and be active with them all the time! I love to play ball and zoom around the yard.  
  • I have a very sweet personality, and I get along with lots of my greyhound friends. I do have a prey drive though, so no kitty roomies please!  ​​
Rocky, 5 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Seattle Humane

  • I am a gentle giant who loves belly rubs and chilling inside with my people! 
  • I do well during walks and baths, but I like to steer clear of other pups when I’m out and about. I don’t really like kitties either. I want to be your one and only! 
  • I am very smart!! I know a lot of commands, including shake, sit, stay, and to go to my bed (though I wouldn't mind cuddling on yours)!! 
Manny, 5 yrs., Male

Adopt me at Whitman County Humane Society

  • Despite everything I’ve gone through, I have never lost my smile! I am the happiest, most grateful pup. All I want to do is play fetch, cuddle all the time, and learn new things with my big brain!  
  • I don’t like dogs or cats, but a human sibling would be fine! I’ve done really well with all the kiddos I’ve met.  
  • I have allergies, but it’s manageable with the right food, medication, and bath time!  
 ​Queen, 9 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County

  •  I am a very loving and affectionate dog, I like to hang out with my people and sit by the window to watch the world go by! I also like to go for car rides and walks! 
  • I’m a bit older, so I’m on some medicine to help my joints feel less stiff. Since I’m a bit sore, I do best with teenagers and adults who know how to be gentle.  
  • I didn’t get along with the pup in my previous home, so I want to be the Queen of your castle!
 ​Asher, 2 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Forgotten Dogs Rescue

  • I was found as a stray dog, still dragging a giant chain around my neck from who knows where. I was in pretty good shape health wise, but I definitely missed out on some dog 101 training. I can get along with other pups, but I don’t always understand body language so please go slow with me!  
  • I’m told I’m a big cutie, I love to goof around like the big 70 pound puppy that I am. My foster mom is a trainer, so I’m learning a lot! But I want to keep learning in my new home, so I hope you’re ready to be my teacher! 
  • I am a little too goofy and spatially unaware to live with little kids, but I could probably live with a dog friend if they have the right personality to match mine. 
Nooka, 7.5 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League (WAMAL)​​​
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  • Hi I’m Nooka! I would love a home with a fenced in yard and no small dogs or cats. I am very sweet, but I’m also independent. I can be left alone at home for hours and I promise I wont destroy anything! I love to snooze in my crate, that’s my safe place.  
  • I am super active! I love to hike and run, I even like wearing a little backpack to keep me exercised and focused. I also have a beautiful singing voice, I’ll let you know when I have to go potty, or if I just have something important to say! 
  • I want to be your only pet, but I need lots of mental and physical stimulation so you’ll be plenty busy with me! I trust women more than men, but my foster dad learned that if hes calm, and I’m exercised and have my safe space crate to retreat to, I do great!  
Abe, 5 yrs., Male
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Foster me through The Prez Foundation

  • I'm a total cuddlebug! I love to be with my people and hang out on the couch. I love playing with tennis balls too! 
  • I get along with other dogs, but I don't like sharing my people or my home. I'd probably enjoy a dog park, but I want to be your only pet. 
  • I like short walks, I have really bad knees and hips. The vet gave my hips a poor prognosis, so I want to spend time with you while I'm still young and mobile!
  • I had a bad case of happy tail, I wagged my tail so much it got really injured, and I had to have it amputated. Now I have a little stubby tail just like an adorable black bear!
 ​Mr. Big, 9 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Forgotten Dogs Rescue

  • I’m a BOSS, don’t tell me what to do until you've earned my respect! I want to go for car rides, and take long naps on the couch, and no one is going to stop me! 
  • I was a mess when Forgotten Dogs first rescued me, wounds everywhere and a bummy eye. Months of relaxation and recovery later, I’m a suave dude who knows what I want, and I always have a coy wink to impress the ladies with.  
  • I don’t need a lot of activity, after a 20 minute walk I want to go home for a good nap! 
  • I LOVE people, but I can be picky about my dog friends so I would be happy in a home without one, unless my new parents are SUPER dog savvy. Also, no cats please! I’m an older gentleman looking for a loving home to relax in after a lifetime of fear and uncertainty.  
Rocket, 5 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at SCRAPS 
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  • Hello I’m Rocket! I am an intelligent adventure pup looking for the perfect person to be a sidekick for. I love hiking, jogging, and a good structured routine.  
  • I can be a bit cat-like and aloof at first, but once you give me space to relax I will follow you around like an adorable bunny-eared shadow!  
  • I hurt my neck a while back, so I don’t like quick movements towards that area. Because of this, I would be happiest in a home with no kids or other dogs, but I haven’t been reactive towards dogs. I did 6 weeks of training in prep for my new home, so don’t wait, inquire about adopting me today! ​
Randy, 10 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League (WAMAL)
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  • Hey I'm Randy, I might be an older dude but I'm super strong, smart, and healthy so you better be ready for lots of exploring! I was surrendered because I wasn't getting the care or exercise I need, so I really want an active and loving home.
  • I am bilingual, I know my commands in German and English, I love to show off! I can get along with other dogs but I am really big and pushy so I need to be supervised. 
  • I love being part of a family so much, I know if you take me home I will help you become a happier and healthier version of yourself! 
​Ms. Hannah, 6.5 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League (WAMAL)
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  • Hiya I’m Hannah, I’m an astute bundle of fluff looking for a dog savvy companion to take me home! 
  • I am super smart and have the habit of testing my parents, so they need to be dog savvy and a strong but loving pack leader to me. 
  • I have a diva streak, so I would do best as an only pet. I promise I'm a really good companion, I love to netflix and chill just as much as I love to hike, but most of all, I love cheese!! 
​Chunk, 12 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Forgotten Dogs Rescue


  • Hi there, I’m Chunk! I got pretty lucky when Forgotten Dogs Rescue swooped in to provide me with the care I needed and wasn’t getting in my first home, now I just need a little more luck to find my forever home! 
  • I’ve been told I’m pretty healthy for an older gentleman. My bloodwork is normal, and I’m still pretty active. Like many pitties, I do have allergies which really affected my ears over time without treatment, I’m okay right now but my new parents will just have to check them every once in a while and treat them as needed! 
  • I can’t live with other dogs or cats, but I LOVE kids, they just need to be old enough to recognize I need gentle pets on my old bones. I hope I find a family I fit into that can give me all the things I need, as I lived so long without them. 
Harvey, 4 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at SpokAnimal 


  • Howdy, I’m Harvey! I can be a bit sassy, so make sure you are cat savvy before trying to adopt me! 
  • I was declawed by my first people, and it really hurt. I do still trust people, but you have to prove to me that you are worthy of my love first! 
  • I want a cat-free home but I have lived with dogs in the past, if your dog knows how to treat a cat nicely we could get along. I can go to a home with kids, as long as they are old enough to know how to treat me respectfully! 
Zoe, 4 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at SpokAnimal

  • Hi, I’m Zoe, I may be young but I’ve already escaped euthanasia, learned to trust (deserving) humans again after being declawed, and fell in love with wet food after developing stomatitis (mouth inflammation, managed by steroids)  
  • I am SO excited to be in a home again, I’m tired of waiting for my people. After my sad beginning, I want a really happy ending!  
  • I can be shy at first, and I don’t love having my paws touched, but I LOVE ear scritches and napping in warm fluffy blankies! 
Jupiter, 13 yrs., Male

Adopt me at Pasado's Safehaven
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  • Hello! I’m Jupiter, I was found as a sick stray kitty but now I’m feeling much better (with the help of my inhaler!). I am FIV+ but I can live a normal happy life just like any cat! 
  • I love my people, I am a little older so I love just hanging out in a lap or a sunbeam, but I also still love to play with toys!  
  • I love hanging with my kitty pals at Pasado's, so I might want a feline friend in my new home. 
Troy, 3 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Greyhound Pets Inc

  • I am a retired racer, and I'm looking for a gentle and respectful family to take me in and show me how great it can be to be someone's pet! 
  • I am one of those animals who will make you put a little work in to win me over, but once you do you will feel so special when I pick you to lean on and come up to you to say hello! 
  • I broke my leg while I was racing and it still hurts a little, so I'm on some pain medication to help me be my best self! 
​Lala, 2 yrs., Female
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Adopt me at Seattle Humane

  • One of the BEST things about me is the very reason I've been waiting 6 months for my #fureverhome, I LOVE people SO much. Sometimes, it's really hard for me to be alone. Everyone has anxiety sometimes, I know I still deserve a family of my own.
  • I'm looking for a cozy home where I can nap while you work, snuggle with you when you need a break, and play together in a fenced yard.
  • I want to be your one and only, so we can spend time together building my confidence back up!
​Drifter, 5 yrs., Male
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Adopt me at Wags to Riches 

  • I've had a rough life, I was found as a stray and adopted. I was soo happy to finally have a family, I was very loyal and protective of them, but they thought my personality clashed to much with their household and I was surrendered back to the shelter 
  • I love to play fetch and I'm a graduate of TWO training programs, so I'm super smart!
  • I'm clever, active, and ready for an active PNW home! 

Frannie & Jeager, 8 1/2 yrs. Female & 3 yrs. Male
Adopt us at Grant County Animal Outreach

  • We're an irresistible, unique, fun-loving, and comical playful pair! We are excited to meet you and show you that two can be double the love and double the fun!
  • Everyone knows that Jeager's quite the regal, ladies man, but I, Frannie, have stolen his heart! We're a pair now and help each other out. We enjoy being pet and playing games!
  • Our ideal home would be: cat and other dog-free (you'll have 2 of us, so why need more!) and be filled with lots of love and playtime! 
Rush, 9 yrs., Female

Adopt me at Pasado's Safehaven
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  • I'm a daring kitty who loves to play hide and seek! I'll lay in your lap or curl up on your feet!
  • I love to play and nap, and I get along okay with most cats.   
  • I have a special urinary condition, but it's really no big deal! With the right diet, care, and a patient and understanding person I will thrive!
  • I have been waiting for a home for almost my whole life, please adopt me and show me what it means to be loved by a family! 
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Photography Credits: Thank you to Dirtie Dog Photography  Julie Austin Photography, SixLegged Photography and Jennifer Wollman Photography for taking some amazing photographs of our #WhyNotMePets

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