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We do our best to keep this site updated but some pets listed here may no longer be currently available for adoption.
Please contact the shelter for the most up to date information on the #WhyNotMePets listed below.
Please contact the shelter for the most up to date information on the #WhyNotMePets listed below.
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Wyeth, 5-month-old, Male
Adopt me at Seattle Area Feline Rescue Wyeth and his brothers and mum came to the shelter from an overcrowded municipal shelter in July 2022. His brothers and mum have all been adopted, and he’s the only one left still looking for his forever home. Since then, Wyeth has had two adoption calls, but they have not worked out so far. Wyeth was born with Cerebellar Hypoplasia (CH), a condition that makes him walk a bit wobbly as it causes him to lose motor coordination. His foster family has him use a walker to assist with his mobility, with the hope that it helps strengthen his muscles. They’ve noticed that he’s been better at balancing himself, not necessarily due to the walker, but from his own power, as he stands upright more. CH cats learn to cope with their abilities and can thrive and lead a long, healthy life. He’s not in pain and CH is not contagious or progressive so any home can be a home for a CH kitty! He’s an affectionate kitty who loves to play with balls and strings like any other kitten. What Wyeth needs most of all is someone with patience who’s prepared to provide him with some physical support and make accommodations in their home for him. Check out the various resources supporting CH cats in homes: https://lifewithchcats.com/ch-topics-tips/ Homeless since July 2022 |
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Kissimmee, 3.5 yrs old, Female
Adopt me at WAIF The staff at Whidbey Animals' Improvement Foundation (WAIF) finds Kissimmee, a delightful, loving and just an amazing gal. Her face lights up when you step in front of her, and then watch out - she’s on you with kisses like bee to honey! Her face brims with happiness when she gets to run, and she loves a good belly rub. Kissimmee needs a forever home with someone that will make her their one and only pet (kids 10+ is best). Homeless since April 2021. |
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Tex, 2.5 yrs old, Male
Adopt me at Dog Gone Seattle Tex, a German Shepherd mix, is a friendly and affectionate dog, he loves to play fetch and bonds well with people. He is insecure around other dogs so he's not a good candidate for a dog park. On walks, he’s reactive on leash, but is being trained on that. Like a lot of German Shepherds, he and cats don't mix well, so an ideal home for him would be that he’s the only dog with a fenced yard where he can zoom around. Homeless since August 2021. |
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Raider, 4 yrs old, Male
Adopt me at Dog Gone Seattle Raider, a Belgian Malinois, is a bundle of joy, who is energetic and loves to fetch. His sense of smell is incredible and could be trained to do nose work, agility, dock diving, barn hunt, flyball or rally. Raider spent his early life in an abusive and neglected home, crated for over fourteen hours, which accounts for why he dislikes crates now! He was transferred from Humane Society Tacoma & Pierce County and is now with Dog Gone Seattle. He’s fine with other larger dogs, just not small dogs, cats, or young kids. Homeless since May 2022. |
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Ryan Reynolds, 2 yrs old, Male
Adopt me at Motley Zoo Animal Rescue Ryan is a dog who had a very difficult start to life. When young, his mum shook him which caused a physical injury, akin to shaken baby syndrome. Despite this, he’s mobile and has no trouble walking though it may not be a straight line. He also has some developmental delays and fear issues, but he works hard to overcome them. He is affectionate in his own way, but he cannot be cuddled for too long or he may panic. He will, however, tap you with his paw for attention and does love to be petted. Ryan Reynolds knows his name plus words such as “Sit.” He’s a dog that thrives on schedules and routines. For example, he loves to ride in the car, but he has to be in a crate; and when he exits the crate, he will not jump straight out when the door is opened, but rather has to walk across to his “spot” to jump down. He loves eating from puzzle feeders like Kong wobblers. He’s very loving and will give kisses, though he may miss the mark at times due to a lack of depth perception; he may lick your nose one time, your ear another time and your eye the next! He’s a wonderful, silly and sweet boy who just needs a second chance at life and a patient and caring family. Homeless since August 2020. |
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Joey King, 2+ yrs old, Female
Adopt me at Motley Zoo Animal Rescue When you first meet Joey, you can see what a sweet girl she is. Quiet and low key, she gives the sweetest little meows to let you know it's time to feed her. Joey has a condition called mega-esophagus, which puts her at risk at regurgitating food after eating. This can lead to aspiration pneumonia, so to prevent this, Joey eats using a special food stand and then she’s held in an upright position for an hour, making her the purrfect Netflix binging pal! She’s litter box trained and is fine with small, low-energy dogs. Homeless since September 2020. |
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Cream, 2+ yrs., Female
Adopt me at Whitman County Humane Society Cream, a terrier/American Pit Bull mix, is a charming southern gal who was brought from Texas to Washington to find her forever home. She has spent almost her entire life in a shelter and would love to be able to live in a place where she can finally call home! She’s a funny, spunky and loving gal, she loves to “grumble” as she shakes her toys. A high energy and smart dog, she would do well with someone who can commit to finding her pursuits to keep her mind and body active. A home with a fenced yard to romp in would be fantastic and lots of friends to meet, she has yet to meet a stranger that wasn't immediately her BFF. Her shelter caretakers are looking for a pet free home, one also without young children. Let's help Cream find that furever family soon! Homeless since October 2021. |
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Whispurr, 12 yrs., Female
Adopt me at Pasado's Safe Haven Whispurr was rescued from a severe hoarding case. She is looking for that special someone who will give her a calm and patient home to help her build her confidence and feel safe. This sweet kitty would do best being adopted with one of her rescue mates. Homeless since November 2020. |
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Carole Bradshaw, 2 yrs., Female
Adopt me at Motley Zoo Animal Rescue Carole may look like a small poodle mix, but she’s really a standard sized husky/Collie mix with an atypical husky coat. She loves to play with other dogs, long walks and not so rigorous hikes. She loves car rides and wants to be involved in what you’re doing. She does tend to chase cats and small dogs but she aims to please and takes to training easily. Beware that she also loves nothing more than to dig in the mud. She has a valgus deformity on her front right leg, which makes it splay to the side. Surgery isn’t an option right now as it may do more harm than good. She’s active and doesn’t let it slow her down. She’s on supplements and needs to maintain a high-quality diet with appropriate supplements to keep the joints strong. Homeless since November 2020. |
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Rose, 2 yrs., Female
Adopt me at Dog Gone Seattle Rose, a Shepherd/Labrador retriever mix, was repeatedly found running loose in her neighborhood by neighbors who tried to return her to the owner. The last time they found her, the owner never came to claim her. She loves to play with toys, get belly rubs, and takes every advantage of couch privileges! She knows the word "food" well and will dance in anticipation when hearing it. She has lived with dogs and does well after a slow introduction, once acclimated, happily shares the bed, play tug or any other fun games. And as the picture shows, she's also an expert napper. Rose is working on being leash reactive and needs a home to continue her training. She likes kids, though being a big dog, young kids may not be the ideal situation. We hope she finds someone who will finally keep her safe and secure. Homeless since September 2021. |
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Bruno, 2+ yrs., Male
Adopt me at Pasado's Safe Haven Bruno was rescued from a cruelty situation, despite this, he’s been nothing but a love bug who readily accepts being pet. Bruno does very well around kids no younger than 5 years old with a family who's experienced with dogs. He will not be able to be introduced or interact with other passing dogs on walks. However, he’s exceptional with his leash manners even when passing barking dogs! Please note that for Bruno’s protection, we’re unable to show photos of him. So, we have provided a stock photo that would give you a close idea of his appearance. Homeless since September 2021. |
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Ladybug, 10 yrs., Female
Adopt me at Pasado's Safe Haven Ladybug was rescued from a terrible hoarding situation with many other cats. As she's a bit fear reactive due to her past, she would do well with a family who would understand she will need her space and time to work through her shyness. She is much more of a follower and finds comfort in her other kitty friends. She would much prefer you set the treat in front of her and leave than she would to eat it out of your hand. But she loves in her own way and will make the right person very happy. Homeless since November 2020. |
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Nezzy, 2 yrs., Male
Adopt me at SCRAPS Nezzy was surrendered to SCRAPS on January 1st 2021. Shutdown and shy in the beginning, he has become a happy boy through the caring staff at the shelter. He was even awarded “Best Smile” and “Best Frog Legs”! Nezzy plays with several of his other doggie friends at the shelter, but he can become over-aroused easily. He's a good boy who deserves his chance at a safe and loving home. Homeless since January 2021. |
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Wyatt, 2 yrs., Male
Adopt me at Wenatchee Valley Humane Society Wyatt may be young, but he's very mature for his age as he tackles puzzles and mind games. In fact, he will make sure to rest his paw on your arm to gain your attention as he waits his turn. He tends to go with the flow in his very gentle manner but can also be very spontaneous. He was enrolled in a behavior program where he learned to socialize properly and now enjoys meeting new people. Some of his favorite things are laying in the sun, enjoying the warmth and breeze, treats and getting his daily walks. He would be fine with children over 15+. He doesn't do well living with other dogs or cats. He's healthy with no medical issues, and would love to be in a home with people who are patient, understanding and have time to work with him. Homeless since November 2020. |
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Piper, 3 yrs., Female
Adopt me at Pasado's Safe Haven Fast to learn, she has already learned all these words: sit, stay, shake, leave it, drop it, going to place, going to crate, and paw down! Piper needs a strong, confident person who shares her love of learning new things, as she’s strong and confident herself. Piper enjoys new scents, games and solving food puzzles. She is an energetic girl who LOVES her people! Even though she’s blind, she’s very responsive to her caregivers and is excellent in her clicker training. She was rescued from a high-volume shelter in Texas where she was at risk of euthanasia. Right off the transport vehicle, she was ready to give everyone kisses and this hasn't stopped! Piper doesn't always know her size and can be a bit gregarious when showing her love. At times, she can be a bit mouthy, but have no fear, as she's working on muzzle training for such situations, and doing very well. This girl is a great example of the beauty a blind dog can see in the world. She's always happy, and her body is always just wiggling with joy! Piper requires a 13+ household and one without small animals. She enjoys other dogs and will require someone to invest in her training. Homeless since November 2020. |
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Bella, 3 yrs., Female
Adopt me at Wenatchee Valley Humane Society Bella is all wriggly butt when she knows you’re going to throw that ball or when you put on your hiking boots. An active Terrier & American Pit Bull mix, she’ll be up for walks, jogs and hikes; anything outdoors is her cup of tea. She's as much up for playtime as she for R&R, she loves to curl up and snuggle. Bella is a smart, affectionate, goofy and always wants to please. The folks at the shelter have provided great care for her, and even enrolled her in a behavior program where she met new people and learned to adapt to new surroundings. With all that support, she's blossomed into a wonderful dog that has been patiently waiting for the perfect home and an adventure buddy. She's healthy and just needs someone to continue working with her to help her feel safe and confident. She prefers less crowded places and would benefit from a tall-fence. She would do best as the only pet with no children under 15. Homeless since October 2020. |
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Juniper, 2+ yrs, Female
Adopt me at Greyhound Pets, Inc. Juniper has been homeless twice in her short life and has not had an adoption application in quite a while. Juniper is a young, playful, happy, adorable girl, who loves to play. She gets along well with people, frequently playing with them, tossing her toy up in the air, seeking out playmates who will join her in her games. She also loves car rides! Volunteers have worked on her leash manners, and she's learning not to be too triggered by other dogs. She does well with Greyhounds she knows; so it may take a while, but she has learned to be comfortable with unfamiliar dogs. Being a smart hound, she learns fast and is easy to train. She was originally adopted in California as a young pup. But when she was hit by a car, she was returned to the shelter. She made her way to Greyhound Pets, Inc. in May 2021, and is now waiting for her forever home. Juniper would love nothing more than to go home with someone who's patient and can work through some of her fears. Her caretakers at GPI have been helping her overcome her fears and gain confidence, and she's showing improvements daily. Yay! Everyone is so proud of her. Despite her "hound" looks, after a DNA test, everyone was surprised she has no Greyhound in her! She's more German Shepherd than anything else. She would do well with no cats and no kids in the house. The love, joy and energy she will bring you will be boundless, so please give this lovely pooch a chance! Watch her videos to see how loving and playful she is! Juniper was on WARM 106.9 on October 12, 2022 and also on their "Wet Nose Wednesday's" station website. Check him out here: Wet Nose Wednesday – WARM 106.9 (warm1069.com) Homeless since May 2021. |
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Asha, 6 yrs., Female Adopt me at Forgotten Dogs Rescue They don't call her the "Queen of Snuggles" for nothing! Her favorite thing to do is to cuddle and watch movies, but if she must go outside, she's more likely to supervise you in your yard work. Asha is a calm and sweet girl. When she was younger she had two torn ACLs, but they are now fixed, and she's as good as new! She can run and play like the best of them. She's also house and crate trained, and knows commands such as sit and down. Let her show you how pretty she sits and also how big of a sweetie she is, who enjoys attention and spreading love! She would do best in a quiet home, she doesn't fancy teenagers, cats, or other dogs. Basically, this queen just wants to be your one and only! Gosh, that would be great! Homeless since October 2020. |
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Bo, 6 yrs., Male
Adopt me at Forgotten Dogs Rescue Bo is a great dog who's super sweet, and though sometimes on walks, he gets scared of things with wheels plus other dogs, he's making great progress with his training. In fact, he has a few dog friends he hangs out with, but hasn't lived with one yet. He has worked with a professional trainer for six months, and he knows how to sit, stay and spin. Bo is very treat motivated so whoever adopts him will have no trouble continuing training him. He also loves playing tug and fetch so a yard is a must for him. Outdoors, he walks well on leash and is a great hiker too! If you're into hiking or anything outdoorsy, you're in luck as Bo can walk for miles, and snow just makes it even better to be outside! Bo would make the perfect outdoor partner for you! Currently, he lives with a young child so we know he does well with children. As far as other dogs, he would do best as the only dog at home. He can't wait to find a family where he can fit in just right, somewhere where he can get a lot of attention and keep learning how to stay calm around new people and other dogs would be perfect! Homeless since September 2020. |
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Rocket, 6 yrs., Male
Adopt me at SCRAPS Rocket is intelligent, active, loving, playful and makes a great hiking/jogging buddy! Not to mention he’s always up for a car ride, especially if you’re going to get him a puppacino! Indoors, he like to lounge around on the couch, lie on the bed, and will allow you to dress him up! Such patience! He has completed six weeks of training and a structured routine would be a great help to him. He can be a bit cat-like and aloof at first, but once you give him space to relax, he will follow you around like an adorable bunny-eared shadow! He hurt his neck a while back, so he doesn't like quick movements towards that area. Because of this, he would be happiest in a home with no kids or other dogs, but he hasn't been reactive towards dogs. Homeless since March 2019. |
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Photography Credits: Thank you to Julie Austin Photography, SixLegged Photography and Jennifer Wollman Photography for taking some amazing photographs of our #WhyNotMePets.
Thank you to the participating rescues/ shelters for providing images and to their photographers for allowing us to use their images for the #WhyNotMePets campaign: K.A. Moore Photography, Svetlana Popova, Rachelle Erickson Photography, Renewed Light Photography, Precious Paw Photography, Julie Austin Photography, J. Devine Photography, and Erika Smith Photography.
Interested adopters need to do their due diligence before adopting a pet. Adopters accept all liability and responsibility related to a pet found through this campaign for actions related to that pet. Pawsitive Alliance assumes no responsibility related to the animal's behaviors or actions.
Photography Credits: Thank you to Julie Austin Photography, SixLegged Photography and Jennifer Wollman Photography for taking some amazing photographs of our #WhyNotMePets.
Thank you to the participating rescues/ shelters for providing images and to their photographers for allowing us to use their images for the #WhyNotMePets campaign: K.A. Moore Photography, Svetlana Popova, Rachelle Erickson Photography, Renewed Light Photography, Precious Paw Photography, Julie Austin Photography, J. Devine Photography, and Erika Smith Photography.
Interested adopters need to do their due diligence before adopting a pet. Adopters accept all liability and responsibility related to a pet found through this campaign for actions related to that pet. Pawsitive Alliance assumes no responsibility related to the animal's behaviors or actions.
