Adoptable Dogs and Puppies

Boots is completely social with dogs and indifferent to the cats. It wasn’t until she had newborn pups that she showed any attitude toward other dogs and she was justified, but it seemed better for her to move her to a quiet foster home without dogs. She was a great mom and had obviously done this before. When she revisited a multi-dog home for several days after her litter was gone, again she had no issues with other dogs. She does resource guard, and will gather every toy in the house and put it in her bed. We feed all our dogs separated, so we had no issue with food, but keep in mind it is a resource. She’s not crazy about a crate, but never disturbed anything in the house when left loose. She is much more interested in people than other animals, but given time to bond, I think that would change. We project if another dog is an “in your face” dog at the onset, she would either avoid him, or put him down in his place like a puppy. If he has an easy going temperament, she more inclined to play. Boots is now spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and has undergone heartworm treatment, so it is imperative she be kept on monthly prevention (like all dogs in our area) and she needs to be retested in 6 months. BOOTS ON-GOING STORY FROM HER DIARY: The pups have all left and are growing up in new homes and getting big. Miz Boots went through her spay surgery and heartworm treatment. Walks started the next day, slowly, slowly. At first, just to the yard to do what was needful and then back onto the beds and rest. Thankfully, she seemed to recover in a short period and begin to want to explore the boundaries of the neighborhood. Soon, she was pulling at the leash and scenting who knows what on the wind. Without the pups, Boots has no one to check on and no one to run from. Boots – who seems to prefer her nickname “Pretty Pretty Pretty Girl” – likes being with people. Likes the attention, the comfort of being close. Always at the door waiting when you go out and come back in for five minutes or eight hours. While she will go lay on her beds in the other rooms, she is most often found within a few feet. Not a fan of rolling office chairs but she likes looking out windows and gets very alert when people walk by the house. Barks when she thinks the rumbling delivery trucks are too close for comfort or someone comes to the door but not excessively. Outside, now that she can run, Boots will wait and look to you to see if you are coming to play. When told to run run, go PLAY – she will zoom out to her favorite place in the grass and throw herself into the joyous exercise of rolling back and forth in one huge body scratching session. She doesn’t really get the concept of bringing toys back to you but will RUN to catch the ball or squeaky toy and pounce on it with abandon, running in circles and jumping on it and almost doing backflips as she plays. Her whole body is in fun mode as she looks back at you like “this is cool – now what?” She will occasionally bark at noises from the other side of the fence and explores cracks and crevices but will bolt back to you for hugs and head scratches. Likes to lay out in the sun but prefers being inside with someone. Boots likes her squeaky toys and will alert if she hears the noise from the TV. She was very upset when the pups would steal them away for fun and would gather them to her where they belonged. Loves to get her treats and carry them back to her bed to enjoy! Boots was not aggressive with the cat with the puppies around but very alert and the cat was not interested in her or those noisy things so they overall kept one another at a guarded distance. She hasn’t been a fan of other dogs but, in fairness, most of the time she was pregnant or had pups or had another dog coming into ‘her’ territory. When the grandchildren (7, 9 and 11) came over, she was apprehensive and growled at first at the loud, boisterous, invasion. Miz Scared changed her tune when the small humans taught her that they loved getting down on the floor with her and rubbing her ears and patting her head. There was a fair amount of whining when they left and wistful glances toward the driveway. Same with others that will give her attention and whisper sweet nothings in her ears. Boots deserves nothing less in her life. Are you interested in adopting this dog or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org, faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!

Luna is an extremely calm puppy. She sports a sad puppy face and crazy tiger stripes. She does show a lot of energy at times but seems to prefer the finer things like cuddling with her pack, or snuggling up with a human, immediately rolling over for a belly rub. Her parents have taught her how to bark and she loves to use it to get the attention of the pack or humans. This pup has not yet been altered and requires an extra $100 spay/neuter deposit. JCAPL will pay for the procedure at a partner clinic and once completed, the deposit will be refunded to the adopter. However, a non-local adopter is required to pay for the spay/neuter at their own veterinarian by a specific date. After proof of the procedure is provided, $50 of the adoption fee will be refunded with the deposit. If you are interested in adopting this puppy (or any other JCAPL pet), please complete an application and either email it to the Webmaster@jcapl.org or fax it to (919)300-5524. You may download an application from the website at www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation by sending in an application, but we process them in the order received. We do not facilitate adoptions over the phone.

Una is a very sweet girl. She has style and a perpetual smile. Is quite energetic and playful pup with great demeanor. She shows excellent potential for training as she's very attentive to her surroundings and her humans.. She maintains caution around new people, especially men, but after a short vetting process, shes back to play and affection. She can be a bit batty with her paws at times while playing. This pup has not yet been altered and requires an extra $100 spay/neuter deposit. JCAPL will pay for the procedure at a partner clinic and once completed, the deposit will be refunded to the adopter. However, a non-local adopter is required to pay for the spay/neuter at their own veterinarian by a specific date. After proof of the procedure is provided, $50 of the adoption fee will be refunded with the deposit. If you are interested in adopting this puppy (or any other JCAPL pet), please complete an application and either email it to the Webmaster@jcapl.org or fax it to (919)300-5524. You may download an application from the website at www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation by sending in an application, but we process them in the order received. We do not facilitate adoptions over the phone.

Duchess is a 5 month old, female Husky. She appears to be pretty intelligent already getting basic commands and is quite sneaky, when you tell her no, she tries to find another way to get what she wants. She is VERY energetic, runs jumps pounces, loves squeaky toys. She will roll a tennis ball off the couch then jump off the couch to catch it, or will throw toys in the air and pounce on them when they hit the floor. Duchess is dog social, but cats are an unknown. She gets along well with teenagers, but her energy level may not pair well with small kids. If you are interested in adopting this puppy (or any other JCAPL pet), please complete an application and either email it to the Webmaster@jcapl.org or fax it to (919)300-5524. You may download an application from the website at www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation by sending in an application, but we process them in the order received. We do not facilitate adoptions over the phone.

Milo is a super happy puppy whose tail never stops wagging!! He is about 12 weeks old, weighs 10 lbs, and may be a Jack Russell/Border Collie mix?? He already paws at the door to alert that he needs to use the potty - as well as the treat cabinet when he wants a snack - so saying he is smart is definitely an understatement. He has lots of energy and is full of life with the cutest sounding yawn you ever heard. He has been diagnosed with congenital luxating elbows and walks on his front forearms. Surgery is not recommended, but a 2-wheeled cart at 8-9 months for added mobility is recommended. He does not walk on pavement or stairs, and needs to be carried. As he grows, he may learn stairs, but at this point it is an uncertainty. He gets around fine on hardwoods/tile for short periods, but prefers carpet/rugs. He especially likes soft beds, which he sleeps in all night with his foster parents. He lives with a fur foster sister, and would be happiest and thrive with a patient, playful dog to wrestle and play tug-o-war with. Milo loves everyone he meets, has been appropriate with our cats, rides great in the car, and is ready to live a full life. He reminds all who meet him that being worthy of love has nothing to do with physical appearance or ability, a big lesson from such a little puppy. This pup has not yet been altered and requires an extra $100 spay/neuter deposit. JCAPL will pay for the procedure at a partner clinic and once completed, the deposit will be refunded to the adopter. However, a non-local adopter is required to pay for the spay/neuter at their own veterinarian by a specific date. After proof of the procedure is provided, $50 of the adoption fee will be refunded with the deposit. If you are interested in adopting this puppy (or any other JCAPL pet), please complete an application and either email it to the Webmaster@jcapl.org or fax it to (919)300-5524. You may download an application from the website at www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation by sending in an application, but we process them in the order received. We do not facilitate adoptions over the phone.

Meet Sora! Her name is inspired from the Japanese word for “Sky” for her beautiful blue eyes. Sora is 35lbs and about 2 years old. She was mistakenly shaved at the shelter we rescued her from, so contrary to her pictures, she is a long-haired dog! In the future, she is not a dog that should be shaved. She is a very sweet girl who LOVES to play! She will do best in a home that has another dog for her to play with, and a person who will throw a ball for her. She gets along with most dogs, but is not a good fit with dominant females. When she’s not playing, she likes to calmly hang out wherever you are. Sora is house trained and crate trained. She is a medium-energy dog who will need some stimulation throughout the day from another dog or a person. If she is bored, she has been known to chew a hole through her bed to get to the stuffing, and dig a couple of holes in the back yard. She has not been tested with kids or cats, but there is no reason to believe she wouldn’t be ok with either if introduced properly. Sora is generally a lovely and happy pup, and would make a great addition to any family who has a dog friend that she can play with! Are you interested in adopting this dog or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org, faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!

Charlotte is a senior Lhasa Apso mix. She’s approximately 9.5 years old and is looking for a family that will have patience as she learns to trust and be comfortable in their home. She has been with her foster family for several weeks and is feeling at home with them. They have a young, active dog that Charlotte gets along with but doesn’t play with yet. She does well with children 8 years and older who understand that she doesn’t play or like to be picked up, but that may change with time as she learns to be comfortable with them. However she does like to snuggle and be petted and will jump up in laps. She sleeps in her crate at night and likes to nap there during the day, She is house broken and her fosters are comfortable with leaving her loose in the house when they are away for short periods of time, Charlotte is currently being treated for an eye condition that may require continued medical attention. Any interested adopters should be experienced dog owners and consider a foster to adopt arrangement. Are you interested in adopting this dog or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org, faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!

Lola is a female spayed Beagle and she is typical Beagle all the way. She leads by her nose and wants to follow it wherever it takes her. She would benefit from having a fenced-in yard or she will follow her nose through the next neighborhood! She is house trained and dog social but she tends to be a more dominant dog so would be best with dogs who are submissive or can adjust. Cats are an unknown. She needs leash work but just bring a treat and she’ll follow you. Lola is very affectionate and loving, and loves to get all cuddly under the blankets at night, however she does have a stubborn streak and needs committed, consistent leadership to succeed. Full disclosure, she can be a challenge, so be prepared for full commitment to continue setting her up for success. You will have a dedicated pal for life. Are you interested in adopting this dog or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org, faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!

My name is Boo. I’m about 5 yrs old. I somehow found myself at the shelter earlier this year. I was scared and shut down. You see, I can’t see. I’m totally blind. I need a home that is low key. I don’t do well with strangers, or cats. I will need time and a patient person and maybe a dog or two, to help me acclimate to a new environment. But once I do, I’ll be the first one to greet you at the door in the evenings or after your trip to the store! I actually seem to enjoy car rides, tho I don’t walk on a leash well at all. Once I’m comfortable in my environment, I’m very food motivated. I must be kept on heartworm prevention for the rest of my life as I’ve already undergone heartworm treatment. Boo needs someone with a secure fence. One that is chain link or wooden. He can escape an aluminum bar fence. Boo will require some work, a bit of time, and most of all patience but in the end, he’s very much worth it! Are you interested in adopting this dog or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org, faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!

Ellie is approximately 7 years old. It looks like she's been in and out of shelters/fosters most of her life. She's ball/fetch obsessive and we were asked to do mind stimulating activities, commands and agility training with her. She walks well on a leash, she's crate trained, she's potty trained and knows simple commands. We were told there's been a bite history when she’s over excited about a toy and not good with small children but we have not placed her in those situations. Our pet sitter has 2 high school aged children and she's been fine with them. She'll be at PetSmart Saturday and you can see more of her personality! Are you interested in adopting this dog or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org, faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!

Meet Maize. She’s an American Staffordshire Terrier, maybe Husky mix breed with a white coat with brindle spots and the most animated looks are on her face with her radar ear. She’s quite comical and has talent and lots of love to give. She is dog, cat and kid social; however she is not chicken social and has a strong prey drive toward them. Maize loves water and is all about going for a swim when given the chance! She is spayed, current on her vaccines, heartworm negative, and microchipped and ready for her forever home. Are you interested in adopting this dog or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org, faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!