"WHAT IS A MAGICAL UNICORN?" you may ask. WELL, MAGICAL UNICORNS ARE AMAZING DOGS WHO, FOR ONE REASON OR ANOTHER, HAVE SIMPLY BEEN OVERLOOKED AT CROWDED SHELTERS.

They are dogs who may not run to the front of their kennel to greet visitors, so they're less frequently seen. Perhaps they're shy, or maybe they just don't do well in the stressful shelter environment. Maybe they have a treatable medical condition and just need someone to give them a little extra care. Whatever the reason, these dogs find themselves running out of time at the shelter. Previously overlooked, once you get these Magical Unicorns out of the shelter and into a loving foster or forever home, they reach their full potential as happy, loving companions!

BATES

AGE: 11 Years WEIGHT: 12 lbs BREED: Poodle (Miniature)

Did you watch Downton Abbey? Remember the valet Bates? If you adopt me, anytime you want you can say, “Bates, fetch me my slippers.” I probably won’t bring them, but you can say it. Unlike the TV Bates, I’m a dog on the mend. I recently had major dental surgery. While I was at the shelter, my mouth was basically rotting. But I’m feeling a heck of a lot better now. I’m going to be honest: I’m working on house-breaking and learning to trust humans again. I’m not so good with kids, but I’m good with other dogs. However, I can be possessive if given the chance. I’ve been told I respond well to leadership. If you’d like to meet me, get in touch.

BETO

AGE: 10 Years WEIGHT: 4 lbs BREED: Chihuahua

Hi!
I'm Beto!
I weigh 3.8 lbs!

I am loving, sweet and feisty! I love love love to be stroked, carried, and most of all I LOVE sitting on your lap and next to you. I do need a family that understands that my love is on my terms - when I'm sleeping in my crate, it's my zen space and I don't like to be bugged. But once I approve your cuddles, I am the BEST and cutest cuddler!!

Given that I love my crate, I do just fine on my own - I get to snooze and snuggle under my blankets!

I get VERY excited when when my foster mom picks up the leash, and I will run right over to her because walks are among my very most favorite things. I walk right beside my person and I never pull (though let's be honest, could you tell if I was pulling? I'm only 4 pounds!!)

Like any self respecting dog, meal times are my happy place.

I consider myself the mayor of dogs and I want to go and meet every one on my strolls. If they are gentle, I'm happy, if they are a little too boisterous then I will give them my polite Elvis lip curl to calm down. I seem to be fine with cats, I don't acknowledge them when I see them on my walks!

You'll never believe how much love I can fit into my tiny body. Want to meet me?

BLONDIE - Adoption Pending

AGE: 2 Years WEIGHT: 10 lbs Cocker Spaniel & Pekingese Mi

Hi!
I'm Blondie!
I'm brand new to rescue so check back in soon!

BRIAN - Adoption Pending

AGE: 3 Years WEIGHT: 15 lbs BREED: Cockapoo & Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Mix

Hi. I'm Brian. I'm a shy boy. My shyness does not define me, but it's important to know this because you will see an adorable face but maybe not realize that behind that adorable face is, well, me! Shy Brian :) I need a confident dog friend to help my confidence. I am the NICEST dog but I just wasn't exposed to the world much so walking on leash was super scary at first and I had no idea what a car was — but I got the hang of all of it. If you’re a patient person with a patient dog in your home, we might be a good match. Maybe we could meet? I’ll try not to be too shy.

CHALUPA

AGE: 10 Years WEIGHT: 65 lbs BREED: Lab/Bloodhound Mix

Hiya, my name is Chalupa. As you can see, I am a curvy, mature woman that don't need no man. Ok, that's a lie. I would love a man or woman or a family to take care of me. I am working on my fitness, be my witness? My heart is even bigger than my backside, but I promise to love you for the rest of my days. I am great with other dogs and would love to meet the right one(s) who can help me on my journey to becoming happier and healthier. I can't wait to meet you!

Want to see me eat a snack very gently? Watch this.

CORNCOB

AGE: 3 years WEIGHT: 23 Ibs BREED: Poodle Mix

Hi
My name is Corncob!
I am between 3-4 years old and currently on a diet to lose 5 lbs which would make me 18 lbs!
I LOVE other dogs. Love humans. kids. and would probably be fine with cats! 
I have two short back legs/birth defect and I am being fitted for prosthetics so I can zoom around! I get along just fine with my stumpy little legs but imagine how fast I will be with custom orthopedic legs!

Watch me get around!

COUCH

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 75 Ibs BREED: American Staffordshire Terrier / English Bulldog Mix

Hello, I’m Couch. You’re right! I do know how to rock a Hawaiian shirt. I am a big boy, who’s currently on a diet and exercise plan to get down to a healthy weight of 55 lbs. I’m called Couch because I’m a couch potato, not because I have upholstered arms. I am good with dogs. My fosters think I probably could care less about cats, but we should probably test that to be sure. I love days when we can sit on the…you guessed it…couch, chillaxing and watching TV. Yes, I will go on hikes, but I take it slowly. I enjoy car rides, too. Call me, and I’ll come test out your sofa to see if we’re a good match.

Watch me have THE BEST TIME at home depot in my Dad shirt!

CUCUMBER

AGE: 1.5 years WEIGHT: 5 Ibs BREED: Chihuahua / Dachshund Mix

My name is Cucumber, and I am a miracle dog! I was found in rural Kern County (way north of Los Angeles) with scabs all over my body. Yikes and ouch! After some tests and exams, we later found out it was because I had an untreated autoimmune disease! Now we have that under control, and my coat is looking great. FINALLY I am a normal, happy, playful dog again thanks to good doctors and great foster parents! This girl is feeling great, and ready to find her forever home. Fill out an application or come to an adoption event if you’d like to meet me.

Wanna see me get excited for a treat? Watch this video.

EARTHA

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 18Ibs BREED: Shih Tzu/Lhasa Apso mix

Hello Lovelies! My name is Eartha! I'm a mature gal with a zest for life and adventure! My foster Mom says I'm perfect, ahem, even better than her own dogs. What can I say? I'm divine! I'm a little, ahem, voluptuous at the moment. (I'm a foodie.) But I am working on my health and fitness so I can slim down a bit. I'm easy peasy — just want to hang with you, go for a stroll and catch up on some good TV. Talk about down-to-Eartha! If I sound like your kind of dog, call me.

Check out my one-woman. show “Eartha Speaks!” here.

HAROLD

AGE:  12 Years WEIGHT: 32 Llbs BREED:  Whippet / Pointer Mix

Hello, I’m Harold, and I am just a really nice guy! I'm good with all dogs and I love nothing more than a good cuddle sesh! I had a dental (yay!)and lost most of my teefers (boo!). I also had a mass removed, and I am feeling like new! Also, someone shot me at close range, and I still have some BB gun pellets in me but it's OK. They don't hurt. I might beep at the airport, though. But we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it. Wanna meet me? That’d be swell. Get in touch.  

HULA - Adoption Pending

AGE:  11 Years WEIGHT: 5lbs BREED: Miniature Poodle

What’s that? You need a fabulous and sassy lady in your life?! Look no further. I’m Hula. My hobbies include mall walking, sunbathing, getting my hair set at the salon, and evening snacks.

I’m a mature gal looking for my forever retirement home. I’m easygoing and get along with anyone — people, kids, dogs of all sizes and ages. I just need my bed and fur-trimmed slippers. Due to my age though a home where someone is home more so I can have frequent outdoor access is ideal. A lady needs her breaks, you know?

I’m quiet and love to give gentle little kisses. Send me a note if you want one. XO, Hula.

JANET

AGE:  7 Years WEIGHT: 70 lbs BREED: Boxer mix

Hi. My name is Janet! Nice to meet you! I'm a 7 year old Boxer mix. (I might be part Mastiff.) I am new to rescue, but here’s my curriculum vitae, neatly typed of course.

• I like dogs. 🐶

• I don't know how I feel about cats.🐈 🤷

• I worked as a greeter dog at the shelter. 👋

• I am crate-trained. 📦

• I am good in the car. 🚗

• I am house-broken. 🚽

• I like stuffed animals. 🧸

• If you’d like to meet, get in touch. 📞

• I have a video here where I am being silly. 🎬

• I have another video of my bloopers where I try so so SO hard to catch things!

LULU - Adoption Pending

AGE: 6 years WEIGHT: 85 lbs (should be 50 lbs) BREED: English Bulldog / Boxer Mix

My name is Lulu Potato and I am THE ABSOLUTE BEST! My Foster Mom keeps saying that, so I guess it's true? I love EVERYONE and everything! My story is crappy but it doesn't define me and now that I was rescued I get to live my best life. I am VERY overweight. Currently 85 lbs but should be around 50 lbs. ACK! I am the nicest dog in the whole wide world and just want to roll over for belly rubs, eat my meals, wear pajamas, go for car rides to the dog park and be your best friend in the whole wide world. If you are the greatest human alive looking for the greatest dog, please come meet me and fill out an application.

Here’s a video of me being a potato pancake.

MAIA

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 55 lbs BREED: Labrador Retriever / Pit Bull Terrier mix

Hi-ah! I'm Maia! I had a family my entire life...well...until I was 8 years old. We lost our home, and I — along with my dog pal — had to go to the shelter. He was adopted, and I spent a year and a half waiting...and waiting. I had almost given up hope when one day the kennel door opened and off I went! Bye-bye, shelter! I am now a 9-year-old lady looking for the moon and the stars. I am around 55 lbs. I am house-broken, crate-trained, obedient, and dog-friendly with a proper intro. I am fostered with another dog. I also look good in car coats. If you’d like to meet, get in touch.

I love playing with my ball? Check out my video!

MUESLI

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 7 lbs BREED: Chihuahua

Hi!
I'm Muesli!
I am brand new to rescue so check back in soon!

PARIS

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 11 lbs BREED: Chihuahua Mix

Have you ever seen Paris in the morning light? If you adopt me, you can stare at me every morning while I eat my breakfast. I’m a tiny gentleman and the perfect size for a lap dog. I love other dogs and kids and I just wanna hang out and be your pal! I recently had a dental so I have a brand new grill to kiss you with! Wanna meet me? Get in touch. P.S. Paris is also amazing at sundown. I’m very cute then.

PEPPER

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 12 lbs BREED: Shih Tzu 

I had a family my entire life but when they had to go to assisted living I was told I needed to pack my bags and find a new home. Lucky for me the rescue people invited me in and told me they would help me find that new family! I'm a 12 year old shih tzu who is kind and cuddly and looking to spend my golden years loved. Wanna meet me?

PINATA

AGE: 6 years WEIGHT: 16 lbs BREED: Dachshund & Chihuahua Mix 

Hi!
My name is Piñata!
I am 6 years old and weigh 16 lbs(I need to lose a few).
I am brand new to rescue and just getting my bearings so please check back in on me soon!

POPPY

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 10 lbs BREED: Pomeranian / Chihuahua Mix

Belly rubs! Sorry, I had to get that out of the way, I’m obsessed with them. I’m Poppy, and I was rescued from the Lancaster shelter where I was living temporarily in the medical ward. I’ve got some skin and hair loss issues that I’m pretty sure will clear up now that I’m on a much healthier diet. Can we talk for a second about how adorable I am? Being cute is the best way to get bully rubs so I’m always trying to look my best. It just comes naturally to me . I’m VERY popular with everyone. My personality could win awards. Back in “high school” I was voted Ms. Congeniality AND Most Likely to Steal Your Man. Also, I guess that I should mention that I have early kidney disease, but that just means I need some special (not-too-expensive) food and occasional visits to the vet to monitor the condition. I expect to be around hearts for many more years. If you’re ready to pick a Poppy, drop APR a line.

SAMMIE

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 15 lbs BREED: Wheaton Terrier/Cairn Terrier mix

Hello, I'm Sammie! Nice to meet you! I'm 9 years old and I weigh 18 lbs. I'm adorable! I am also very kind and my foster family cannot say enough nice things about me! Here's some info about me: I'm house broken, good with my foster dogs but can be particular with other dogs, don't like cats, LOVE kids, have some skin issues so I take medication to make me not itch ahhhh. I'm real cute and real fun! 

My foster Mom thinks I would do best in a home with a yard because I love to run around and sun myself. I can also be a little vocal when left alone for too long so if you have long work days I may not be the pup for you. It's only because I love my people SO much! You can see it for yourself in this video.

Check out my Marnie the Dog impression and adoption video, and drop me a line if you'd like to meet. 

SHADOW

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 10 lbs BREED: Chihuahua Mix

My name is Shadow, and I could be your little shadow following you around. I’m a nice boy who is hoping for some good luck. My owner got very sick and was unable to keep me. So I am now looking for a new home. I love other dogs, and I just got my teeth cleaned. Maybe you can help me keep them brushed? If you’d like an introduction, fill out and application and/or look for me at adoption events. Hope to see you soon. Love, Your Shadow.

SHAZAM

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 58 lbs BREED: Pit Bull Terrier mix

Hi! My name is SHAZAM!!!! ⚡⚡⚡Nice to meet you! I'm a young boy — around 1 years old—and I LOVE everyone! I especially love humans, and I really love my foster-dog family! I weigh 58 lbs, and I walk really well on a leash. I am working on house-training stuff. I never learned it before, but I'm working really hard on it. My foster dad says I am a super-fast learner! People say I radiate kindness and love. Aw, that’s nice. I cannot wait to meet you! If you feel the same way, drop me a line.

How good am I on a leash? This good.
I love making doggie friends! Check me out with my new friend Karen.

SHRIMPY

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 47 lbs BREED: Beagle/Labrador Retriever Mix

Hi!
My name is Shrimpy! 
I'm a youngster-around a year and a half (they say) and I love to party! I was super scared at the shelter but once I got out of that environment I came to life! I'm fostered with other dogs big and small and I adore them! I'm the perfect size-47 lbs and I would love to be your best friend and go on lots of adventures with you! Wanna meet me?

Check out my cutest face wrinkles!

I love to play all day! check me out!

SUSHI

AGE: 8 Years WEIGHT: 55 lbs BREED: Labrador Retriever/German Shepherd Dog Mix

Hi!  My name is Sushi.  If my life were a rom-com, this part would be the "makeover montage" (cue the music ... "Just Fine" by Mary J. Blige.)  I've left my old life far behind and now I'm getting pampered at the salon (my fur is growing in nicely!) and showing off the new me to the world.  Just like Julia Roberts at the polo match, I'm sometimes not totally confident about what to do in new situations, but I'm watching, and learning.  And when I'm at home I can let loose and be the real me ... loving, loyal, curious, soulful.  This new life is pretty amazing so I'm happy to just go with the flow ... short walks, long hikes, lounging around the house, going out to brunch, sleeping in my crate, having the house to myself, meeting new people, head scratches from little kids. I'm pretty good at ignoring little dogs (under 25 lbs) but best to not let them get too close ... nobody's perfect.  It's been a tough road, but I'm ready to find my people and let my love shine bright.

Here’s a video of me giving a low five.
Did you know that I’m the cutest at dinner time?

TUBA

AGE: 7 years WEIGHT:90 lbs BREED: Chesapeake Bay Retriever & American Staffordshire Terrier mix 

Hi! My name is Tuba, and I am a gentle giant!! I am around 7 years old and weigh 90 lbs! I'm a big softie who loves other dogs and people — and would probably not even mind cats. I am house-broken, crate-trained and just an all-around super-star dog! I love nothing more than lounging on the sofa with my foster-dog sister named Bernadette. My foster family says I'm just a really swell guy! Wanna meet me? Well, use your Internet machine and get in touch!

Do I look good on a sofa? This video answers that.

TURNIP

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 5 lbs BREED: Chihuahua

Hi!
I'm Turnip!
I'm a spectacular dog! Technically, I'm the size of a hamster but, NOPE, I am NOT a hamster! I am a dog! A 5 lb, 9/10 year old dog! 
I love other dogs. I love to lay in your arms or your lap, love car rides, and take snoozes. 
I have a minor heart condition that requires medication but it is easily managed.

VIOLET

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 20 lbs BREED: Pomeranian & Spaniel Mix 

hi.
my name is Violet! Pleasure to meet you!
I'm a delightful gal who gets along with everyone! I might be 9 years old but I am ready to party! Wanna go on long walks? I am DOWN! Have a dog friend for me to hang with? I am down! I'm just looking for a really special human(s) to hang with and love me the way I deserve! 

I love riding in the car! Check out my cuteness!

WILMA

AGE: 8 years WEIGHT: 65 lbs BREED: Hound & American Staffordshire Terrier Mix 

Wilma is WONDERFUL. Gentle, quiet, dog loving...a damn dream dog if you ask us! Wilma is around 8 years old and weighs 65 lbs. She is fostered with multiple dogs of all sizes and very much enjoys their company. She is house broken, crate trained, and just a really nice dog who will make a human(s) VERY happy!