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If you are looking for a specific breed or size and none of the dogs we have listed is what you are looking for, please feel free to send us an email at haltrescue@yahoo.com. We may be able to help you find your perfect family member through our network of rescues.
ADOPTABLE DOGS (Click images of dogs to enlarge)
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Cupcake (American Pit Bull Terrier)
Sex: Female Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Age: Adult Cupcake and two of her puppies were surrendered to our rescue after her owner lost her home to foreclosure. Cupcake is an active, young dog that loves to play and will need room to run. She also would benefit from basic obedience training. She is eager to learn and please and catches on quickly. She loves people and would make a loyal companion. She is small in stature and has an eye catching look about her. We would love to see the sensitive girl in the right home. Her adoption fee is $200 and it goes to saving another dog in the shelter. As always, a home visit is required with all of our pitbull adoptions.
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Weegee (Cattledog/Corgi Mix)
Sex: Male Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Young Wee Gee is the only one of his littler that has not been adopted. He has had a rough start at life and we are hoping that he will find a family that will love and pamper him all the days of his life. This little guy and his family were discarded at a high kill shelter and are now getting a second chance. Although Wee Gee is shy around people, he gets his confidence from other dogs. He has the time of his life when playing with other dogs. If you would like to meet him and consider him as a fit for your lifestyle please contact us.
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Bentley (Pomeranian)
Sex: Male Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Adult Handsome Bentley and his two sisters were left at the doorstep of a veterinary office. Our rescue was asked to help find him a home where he will be loved and pampered. Bentley has personality plus and always seems to be wearing a smile. He loves dogs and children and seems to be okay with cats. Bentley would do well in either a single dog home where he will savor all the attention or a home where he had others to play with. Bently seems to fit into almost any situation.
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Chickie (Chihuahua Mix)
Sex: Female Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Adult This sweet mama and her five pups were rescued from a high kill shelter. She and her puppies are presently in foster care and are being spoiled! Chickie has a sweet personality. She gets along with dogs, cats, birds and turtles. She also loves children. She is housebroken and shows evidence of having a previous owner. With just a little polish, she will make a perfect inside pet and a great companion dog.
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DJ & Jasper (Bearded Collie/Schnauzer Mix)
Sex: Male Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Age: Adult Meet DJ and hs best friend Jasper. They are the best of friends and were found roaming the streets together. They are inseparable. Both boys are a well behaved, mid-sized couple that will keep each other entertained and out of trouble while you are at work. They do well in a house but are also acclimated to a nice shady backyard where they can rest the afternoon away. They are playful, respond to their names and enjoy car rides. Their favorite outing is to see new friends at the dog park. These two deserve a second chance together with a family that cares!
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Edward (Chihuahua Mix)
Sex: Male Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Adult Edward is a sweet boy who was found in the cornfields by a farmer. Tired and hungry, one of our volunteers took him in as a foster to help recover him and find him his forever home. Edward is a happy dog who loves to have peoples' attention. He loves running around with other dogs and cats 'til the end of the day. He does well indoors and loves toys. He is potty trained as well! Edward aims to please everyone. He absolutely loves to be petted; he cannot wait to be spoiled with attention in his forever home!
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Emmett & Jasper (Chihuahua/Pomeranian Mix)
Sex: Male Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Young Emmett & Jasper have been in the rescue for far too long! Possibly because we ask that they go to a home together. They are the perfect example that two is better than one! Emmett & Jasper cannot wait to find their family and be loved together!
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Gigi (American Pit Bull Terrier)
Sex: Female Size: Large 61-100 lbs Age: Adult Meet Gigi, a gorgeous big girl! Gigi was rescued from the streets in a horrible part of town. She was homeless and she is a survivor! She was even found one morning sleeping in a school bus to stay warm. This poor dog had a rough life but is on the way to a better one. Gigi is extremely people friendly. She will lick you to death, roll over for endless belly rubs and stay huddled in your lap for hours. She will make a true and loyal companion. Gigi is very particular about her playmates and we would recommend a single pet household. Gigi and cats cannot live under the same roof. However her tempermant as the only one is superb. This girl will love you like no other.
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Golda (Chihuahua Mix)
Sex: Female Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Young
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Greta
Sex: Female Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Age: Adult
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Honey (American Pit Bull Terrier)
Sex: Female Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Age: Young Honey is an adorable 1 1/2 yr old goof-ball. She was abandoned at the Carson shelter in Los Angeles County on St. Patrick's day and no one would give her a chance. Her luck changed and she was brought up to Bakersfield for a second chance at loving home. She's great with everyone, and seems to be okay with other dogs. She may need some training but has been very responsive to verbal commands. Honey is UTD on all her shots and is spayed. She is all ready to go to a loving home and get some well deserved affection and TLC.
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Jack (Doberman Mix)
Sex: Male Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Age: Puppy Meet Jack, he was found running in the highway by a friend of ours. He loves to play and seems to have a very upbeat personality. He is also a huge snuggler and loves to be held! Jack has already started his shots and will be ready for adoption very soon. So get your applications in quick, this cute little guy won't be around long.
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Macy (American Pit Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever Mix)
Sex: Female Size: Large 61-100 lbs Age: Adult Macie is a four year old pitbull/lab mix. She was a family dog until her family decided they no longer wanted her and left her at a high kill shelter. Macie was sad and confused when our rescue got her on the day she was scheduled to die. Macie is a quiet girl. She is not a demanding dog and waits patiently for her treat or daily walk. Macie was raised with a Jack Russel Terrier but we suggest a single dog home for her with no cats. If you are looking for a quiet dog that will not demand an intense exercise program Macie is the one. She is satisfied with just a short walk and leisure time in a yard. Macie has an adorable personality and all time spent with her is guaranteed to be cherished.
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Maggie (Chihuahua/Dachshund Mix)
Sex: Female Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Adult Maggie is a sweet little girl who was rescued from a high-kill shelter with her puppy. She was scared and timid but has learned to trust. Maggie has come such a long way from the day we first met her. She is being fostered in a loving home with children and other dogs. Maggie loves attention and loves to be held and pampered. We are hoping Maggie will find a home in which she is number one. If you are looking for a dog to give all your attention to Maggie would love to meet you.
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Maiden (Dachshund/Chihuahua Mix)
Sex: Female Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Adult Meet Ms. Maiden. She was rescued from a high kill shelter with her two babies. She is approximately two years old and weighs about 18lbs. Maiden and her babies have been in foster care and she has proven to be the perfect guest. She is housebroken. She also gets along with dogs, cats and children. Maiden is very playful and can entertain herself for hours with her favorite toy...the ball. Maiden does have a desire for adventure, so a securely fenced yard is a must have for her future home. She is waiting patiently for her forever home. We are hopeful, someone worthy of Maiden will come along!
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Max (Chihuahua Mix)
Sex: Male Size Small 26 lbs or less Age: Adult
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Oso (Chow/Cocker Spaniel Mix)
Sex: Male Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Age: Adult Oso is medium sized little guy. He is super friendly and loves to play. Oso was bought from a breeder and spent must of his early life thrown into a backyard. Despite this he has a great temperament and would make a great family pet. Oso should remain in a healthy environment.. Oso needs average TLC and he would definately like to make up for lost time with some extra play and attention.Oso is young and has many years of devotion for his next owner.
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Rico (Chihuahua Mix)
Sex: Male Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Adult Rico is a 2 year old that was rescued from a very high kill shelter. He is quiet and does not demand more than some love and petting. He fits well with other dogs and even seems to like cats. He loves to be held and given attention. Rico is not a barker and waits patiently for his food and treats. Rico is a very likeable little guy. If you are looking for a low maintenance companion, you may wish to meet Rico.
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Rocky (American Pit bull Terrier Mix)
Sex: Male Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Age: Adult Meet Rocky Balboa!! This 55lb male pit-mix is one friendly guy. He is youthful and energetic. He loves to play ball, run and swim. He would be suited well to someone with an active lifestyle that would like an athletic companion. Rocky was abandoned on the outskirts of town and luckily wandered onto some property with kind, animal loving people who are fostering him until we are able to find him the perfect home. Rocky is not aware of his own strength and sees everything as play. His new owner must claim the pack leader role. We suggest an obedience class for bonding and house manners. With that, Rocky will be a shining star in no time!
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Smiley (Wirehaired Fox Terrier)
Sex: Female Size: Small 25 lbs or less Age: Young Smiley is a one 1/2 year old wirehaired-terrier. She has earned her name rightfully....just look at that smile! It is one of a kind. Smiley is a little shy at first but once she is comfortable she turns into Miss Congeniality. She gets along with other dogs of all sizes, cats and farm animals. Smiley loves to share time outdoors enjoying cool breezes and rolls in the grass. Smiley weighs about ten lbs and would make a great addition to any family. She may need to polish her house skills before receiving her diploma but she is very smart and with minimal corrections she will aim to please.
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Zena(American Staffordshire Terrier Mix)
Sex: Female Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Age: Young Adult Zena is a one year old, gorgeous AmStaff. She has a great personality and loves everyone. She is happy and eager to learn. She weighs about 30lbs and her frame is small. Zena had a less than desirable start in life but she has not let that slow her down. She enjoys long walks, lots of toys and rides in the car. If you are looking for a loyal and beautiful companion please consider Zena. She is up to date on shots, microchipped and spayed. Her adoption fee is $200. That will help save another dog in need.
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Princess
Pretty Princess is a one year old pitbull terrier.She is perky, playful and just about perfect. Princess has lots of energy so a good exercise routine would benefit her in her new home.She likes toys and fun times. Princess is a young dog with lots of room to grow and learn. She is very smart and catches on quickly. Princess will make a good pet for an active person. She is spayed, microchipped and up-to-date on shots. Her adoption fee is $200. She is patiently awaiting her Prince Charming.
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Minnie
Meet Mighty Minnie....this little girl has been through so much 'unwantedness' that we are sure when she finds her person it will be the greatest thing.Minnie is a sweet and tiny girl who is always on the lookout for her new owner. She is a people pleaser and will be happy just to be with you. She is approximately 8 months old and weighs under 10 lbs. She loves to be treated as a lapdog and accepts pampering readily. She is still young and has many puppy behaviors so be prepared for lots of chew toys and puppy pads. Minnie is up to date on shots, microchipped and spayed. Her adoption fee is $200 and that will help to save another dog in the shelter.
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Gem
Gem is a quiet little guy who gets along with everyone!!! He is passive and cooperative and would make a very good dog for any household. Gem is compatible with other dogs and likes children also! Gem is a good 'stay by your side' dog.He has proven to be very adaptible. He will make a great indoor dog and with a little effort can be crate trained. His adoption fee which includes his neuter, shots and microchip is $200 and that will help another dog in need be saved. Thank you for looking!
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R.J.(Rusty Jr.)
R.J.(Rusty Jr) is the All-American dog. This is just a happy-go-lucky guy who loves to play, run with the kids, catch a ball or just kick back. To some he may just be an average looking guy but he will make up for that with his winning personality and all the love he has to give. He would make a great family pet because he enjoys being in the center of activity. R.J. loves to ride in the car and is always ready for a road trip which he hopes is to the dog park. He does have energy so we suggest a home with a yard and someone who enjoys throwing a ball or taking a run. R.J. does not like having to be at a kennel so we are hoping he will find a home soon. He is up to date on shots, microchipped and neutered. His adoption fee is $200 and that will be used directly to save another dog in need.
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Jake
Meet Jake (and his sidekick Jody) !!! Jake is a mature Border Collie that was turned into the shelter with his lifelong friend. Jake is a great guy and all Border Collie. He is right by your side looking for his next command. Although an adult, he has alot of pep and loves to play. Jake walks well on a leash and loves to ride in the car. We believe he is crate trained. Jake and Jody truly compliment each other and we would love for them to find a home together. They are both low key and require minimal energy from their master. Jake (and Jody) are current on shots, microchipped and neutered. The adoption fee is $200 per dog. A 'together home' adjustment will be made if the dogs remain as a pair.
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Jodi
Jody is a wise, older terrier that was discarded by her owner and sent to the shelter after years in her home. She and her very best friend, a boder collie, would love to stay together. They are a complimentary pair that do not demand much more that a secure yard and a loving home. Jodi is very pensive and may be a bit shy at first. Once she knows you her gentle demeanor is always present. She is a loving dog and will fit well into any family. Jodi walks well on the leash and does not demand much exercise. She and Jake would love to stay together. Jodi is spayed, microcip and up to date on shots.Their adoption fee is $200 each with a adoption fee adjustment if they should be rehomed together.
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Journey
Meet Journey.... his story is a work in progress and his life a journey he is travelling until he finds a home. Found by a cross-country trucker standing bewildered in the center of a freeway.. he was thought to have been hit by a car but his pads were so hot from the summer asphalt that he limped. He was loaded in the truck and with no choice was left at the shelter in the town he was found. The trucker moved on but her heart stayed with Journey and she contacted local media and was able to get Journeys story on the news. Still no help came and Journey was scheduled to be euthanized. When we heard this story we rescued this great guy. At first, he was stand-offish but now he is loving and friendly. He is learning to mind, walk on a leash and is acquiring manners.Journey will make a loyal pet.He is looking for a foster or forever home. his travelling days are over..please help him find his forever home. He is current on shots, microchipped and neutered. His adoption fee is $200 and that will go directly to saving another dog in need.!!!
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Pogo
Happy-go-lucky Pogo is a one year old Cairin Terrier mix weighing approximately 12 lbs. This little guy is eager to please and find a home he can call his own. He knows basic obedience commands and has gone to agility class. He likes to play.... ecpecially with balls and toys. His terrier genetics makes him a natural and we encourage his new owner to continue his training. He is a great little dog but has not been raised with children so we are suggesting a mature household. He is neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on shots. He also has a face which is hard to resist. His adoption fee is $200 and that will help our rescue save another dog in need.
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Poppi
Poppi is a happy-go-lucky fellow who likes everyone he meets. He has a great well-balanced personality.He loves to be with people and also gets along with other dogs. Poppi is young and learns quickly. He is working on basic obedience commands. Poppi is a cute little guy and will win a place in your heart when you meet him. Poppi is microchipped, up-to-date on shots and altered. His adoption fee is $200 which will allow us to help save another animal.
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Baby Jane
The girl with the Betty Davis eyes!!!! Baby Jane is one of the friendliest and loving dogs I have ever met. Her tail literally never stops wagging. She loves whomever she is with. Her color and behavior traits are very JRT but her size is larger. She may just be an all-American which could account for her intelligence and quickness to catch on. Baby Jane loves to ride in the car and play ball. She is eager to have her own home once again. We cannot yet vouch for her home training but we believe her to be housebroken. She weighs about 45lbs. She is microchiped, up-to-date on shots and spayed. Her adoption fee is $200 and that will help save another dog in need.
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Sasha
Sasha is a very special girl. Her story is endearing. Our rescue was notified of this stray girl by two different parties.Unable to locate her she was taken in by animal control. We watched her pass through the system and when her time was up and no one showed interest we took her. She was so thin and embedded with ticks...they were piled on her. Clumped to her neck, between her toes and in her ears. For two hours we pulled and plucked and she never once battled us. She was then soothed with a tea tree rinse and left the pet spa feeling like a million bucks.This girl is a sweetie. She will kiss you to death. Her overall temperment is superb. She is playful and could use a refresher in basic obedience but she is smart and will catch on quickly. She gets along with other dogs and will be cat tested before adopted. Sasha is just one of those dogs you love at first sight. We are hoping she finds a home or a foster quickly. Please contact our rescue if you are interested. Her adoption fee is $200 and it includes spay, microchip and shots.
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Scout
Scout is a sweet, two year old Fox Terrier mix that loves to show her loyalty and affection.She is gentle and loves to give attention as well as receive it. She does well as an inside dog and is housebroken. Scout has been around little children and other animals and does well with both. Scout is an all American mix breed. She will bring joy to your home and heart. Scout is spayed, microchipped and completely vaccinated. Her adoption fee is $200 and it will help to save another dog that is homeless.
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Abbey and Dinozo
Abbey and Dinozo are two peas in a pod. If you are looking for a compatible pair these two will double your pleasure. They are full of personality and are well mannered. Of the two, Abbey is more shy but together they are confident explorers. Abbey and Dinozo are people and animal friendly. They have been together since birth and we are hoping it will stay that way as they are a bonded pair. Both are altered, microchipped and up-to-date on shots and and are ready for their new forever home. Abbey and Dinozo have had an interesting life... they are ready to settle down. The adoption fee for the pair is $250 and that will help to save another animal in the shelter or in need.
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Buster
Buster loves to play!!!!! It is his middle name and is the very existence of his day. If he had his choice he would never stop! Buster is happy and rambunctious.He is looking for a home with a large yard and an owner who can provide him with lots of exercise. He is also the perfect candidate for obedience training and we encourage his new owner to pursue this higher level of education for Buster. Weighing close to 40lbs Buster needs to be reminded of his strength when playing with others. Time out is often on his agenda. Buster has potential...he just needs to find the special person to help make him shine. Buster is microchipped, up to date on shots and neutered. His adoption fee is $200 and that will help save another dog in a shelter.
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Chloe
Chloe is an 8lb chihuahua mama. She was hungry, pregnant and abandoned by her owner when she came to us. She is now a 2-3 year old single mom and has turned out to be one of our sweetest dogs. She may look ordinary but she has lots of love to give and offers herself as the best dog ever. Chloe is now looking for a family of her own to make her feel special. She gets along with other dogs and is house trained. She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on shots. Her adoption fee is $200. All of our adoption fees help to save other dogs in need!
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BoBo
BoBo is the greatest!!! This gentle giant has you at hello!!! A sad victim of a home foreclosure...... a brief stay at the animal shelter......a new life awaits! Checking in at nearly a hundred pounds BoBo is slightly confused on his size and thinks laps were made for him!!!! Bobo must have been well loved by his previous owner as he readily gives affection and bonds quickly.BoBo has the basics down. He sits, lays amd walks nicely on a leash. He rides shotgun in cars due to crates just don't befit him. He does get a bit nervous in the car and again looks for the lap position.We think this is because he must associate his last ride with leaving his family. He will get over it! BoBo loves to give his paw and will actually hug you with it. Everywhere he goes he is noticed due to his handsome face and extraordinary size. BoBo is large and will need a bit of room however he also seems very content to just hang out. His mellow personality makes him a perfect fit for anyone's life, Bobo is up-to-date on shots, microchipped and neutered. His adoption fee is $300. That fee will help to save another dog left behind!
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Sandy
Sandy is playful, energetic, and loves attention. She was found in a wood pile in the oil fields taking care of her 5 puppies. Shes ready to have someone take care of her now! She weighs about 15 pounds and we think she is about 2 years old. She loves to run and play but also loves to curl up in your lap for a nap. She is a very smart girl and is eager to please. To our knowledge she has not been around younger children but has done fine with older children and other dogs. Her adoption fee is $150, which includes spay, up-to-date vaccinations, and microchip and also helps us to rescue another dog in need.
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Please also check out our special needs dogs at the link below!
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