"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!

BRANDY

AGE: 6 years WEIGHT: 55 lbs GENDER: Female

*Prefers to be the only dog at home 

Hello Hello Hello!! I'm Brandy! So nice to meet you!
Do you like naps? What about snacks? Oh, and sofa's? If you like all of those-preferably all at once-we should be best friends. I'm an easy going gal... unless I see a squirrel. But I definitely like snacks and naps way more. I prefer to be in a home without other dogs. I like walks and beach trips. Fine with kids. Really enjoy being hand fed veggies...do you? Also, check me out in this cute video! I am ready for a forever home so if you are ready to commit let's meet!

BUCCANEER

AGE: 11 months WEIGHT: 80 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Buccaneer! So nice to meet you! I'm an INCREDIBLE young *11 months old Mastiff mix (best guess). I weigh around 80 lbs. GREAT with all dogs. Playful, gorgeous leash skills, crate trained. I can be shy meeting new people. A home with young, wild kids might prove to be too much for me but calm kids I would appreciate. I am a prize! Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you!

CAROUSEL

AGE: 3-4 years WEIGHT: 40 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Carousel and I am a dream! 3-4 years old, 40 lbs and great with dogs and kids (oh and I don't seem to be bothered by the tortoise that lives in my fosters yard). I am easy going, a great wing girl for a lunch out with friends or a coffee date. house broken, spayed, up to date on vaccines and ready to be your forever best friend!

CRAB RANGOON

AGE: 5 year WEIGHT: 17 lbs (on a diet) GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Crab Rangoon! nice to meet you! I'm an adorable chonky (on a diet) 18 lb beagle/chi mix (best guess) looking for a forever wing person/bestie/life partner. wanna help me shed a few pounds? I am good with dogs and kids and I love naps and walks around the neighborhood. Check me out in this cute video! I am a very nice boy and I can't wait to meet you!

CRUISE DIRECTOR JULIE - ADOPTION PENDING

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 50 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! Cruise Director Julie here! So nice to meet you! I'm a 1 year old 50 lb Doberman with EARS....let's FLYYYYYY!!! Nicest lady! Great with everyone and I love dogs! I am crate trained and house broken. I was anxious at my foster home initially-pacing-but that subsided quickly with routine and leadership. Check me out in this cute video. I am a LOVELY lady and I can't wait to meet you!

DUCKBERG

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 21 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Duckberg. I'm a 12 year old Beagle Grampa who is as nice as they come! I really like the company of other dogs and I really like snacks and napping. I am having a dental soon and a Grampa wart removed on my face so I will be sparkling when we meet! wanna be best friends and spend all our days together? I can't wait!

ESPERANZA

AGE: 5 years WEIGHT: 35 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Esperanza. I had a really crappy life prior to being taken into rescue. I was found in a deserted back yard, emaciated and scared. The folks who found me called the rescue and they came and got me and took me right to the vet. I am now in a foster home-INSIDE a home for probably the first time and it's great. I can be protective of my space so I am looking for a leader, preferably with bulldog experience, to be my best friend. If you are interested in learning more about me and potentially becoming my forever bestie holler at the rescue folks! can't wait to meet you!

ETOUFFEE - ADOPTION PENDING

AGE: 9 weeks WEIGHT: 3 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Etouffee. cutest cutest cutest muppet baby! I am around 9 weeks old and weigh 3 lbs currently. I will probably be a 10 lb dog at full growth-best guess. I am very playful, outgoing, and always up for fun. If you are ready for all things puppy-teething, eating stuff, being naughty in the best ways, and potty training holler at me! Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you!

FLUTE

AGE: 6-7 years WEIGHT: 6 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Flute! I'm an itty bitty chihuahua! Cute as they come, great with dogs and cats, but love nothing more than being held or carried around. I am very small, around 6 lbs, and I am estimated to be around 6-7 years old. If itty bitty chi's are your jam-you're gonna LOVE me! Can't wait to meet you!

GILDA

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 65 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Gilda! How are you???? do you like funny dogs? Like, really funny dogs? because I am REALLY funny! I'm pure comedy! all day long I will keep you laughing. I have an incredible personality to match my stunning good looks! I am great with dogs, house broken, and just happy to be hanging around on plush pillows and taking casual strolls around town. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

GENEVIEVE

AGE: 6 years WEIGHT: 65 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Genevieve. My friends call me "Gen" - approx 6 years old 65 lbs (I am not a huge rottie). I am a LOVE. Initially shy, but I warm up super fast. I have the softest and kindest temperament. Great with dogs. House broken, Crate trained. Looking for lovely humans to complete me. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

GRAMPA ALI

AGE: 11 years WEIGHT: 65-70 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Grampa Ali and WOW am I a delightful Gentleman! I'm around 11 years old-70 lbs-and looking for best friends to spend my golden years with. I love. naps, sitting outside sunbathing, and peaceful strolls. I am fostered with another dog and we are good pals. I can't wait to meet you!

HIGGIEBOTTOMS

FOSTERED IN LAS VEGAS

AGE: 14 years WEIGHT: 20 lbs GENDER: Male

Hello! My name is Mr. Higgiebottoms but that is much too formal for my friends. You can call me Higgie. I'm a sweet old dude who was adopted from the shelter at 4 years old and then turned back into the shelter 10 years later as a big hot mess. A Purposeful Rescue knows when there is some magic happening under that hot mess and made sure I got my ticket out of there! I got some much needed TLC which included a groom and full vetting (you should see how clean my dull chompers are now).

HUFFLEPUFF

AGE: 3 years WEIGHT: 75 lbs (goal weight 65 lbs) GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Hufflepuff! so nice to meet you! I am a really nice dog! currently on a diet (goal weight is 65 lbs) and I am around 3 years old. I am great with dogs of all shapes, sizes, and ages. crate trained, house broken, and I love to run around outside and be silly. I am initially shy but it lasts for like 3 seconds. I am the perfect combination of couch potato/adventurer! I will do either! Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

JAY AND BOBBI

AGE: 10 and 11 years WEIGHT: 5 and 8 lbs GENDER: Male and Female

BONDED PAIR

Hi! We are jay (male tan 8 lbs 10 years old) and Bobbi (female grey 5 lbs 11 years old). we are best friends. we love cuddles, everything cozy, rides in the stroller, more cozy, and snacks. (Jay is being treated for a heart condition and is on medication for it). we are the NICEST dogs.(jay is the more outgoing of the two. Bobbi is definitely more reserved). Check out out in this cute video - we can't wait to meet you!

KAMI

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 12 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Kami. I'm a 2 year old 12 lb darling little lady-best breed guess? Spaniel? Peek? Your guess is as good as mine! I was hit by a car and taken to the shelter with de gloving wounds on my legs and paws. The rescue people came and got me, took me right to the hospital for treatment and now I’m all healed up! I am good with dogs and cats and I love everyone. I am a very kind and gentle dog, but I’ve still got a lot of puppy energy so I’m looking for a best friend that can be active with me. I can't wait to meet you!

LA RUE

AGE: 10 months WEIGHT: 42 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm La Rue. Nice to meet you! I'm around 10 months old and weigh 42 lbs (need to put on some weight for sure). I am a young, very active youngster looking for a home with leadership, routine, and fun. I love kids. Check me out in this cute video - wanna meet me?

LIEZEL

AGE: 14 years WEIGHT: 14 lbs GENDER: Female

Liezel is not your average granny! The only thing about her age is the number in her bio. She loves walks, meal time, snuggles, and following her people around. Great with dogs, cats and all people - never met a stranger, though always very polite. She is very sweet, social, confident, no separation anxiety/does not bark, potty and crate trained. Liezel is a bit hard of hearing but that just means she lives in her perfect and very happy bubble all day long, chill as can be. She has learned some simple ASL communication for basics like come, eat, and good. Check me out in this cute video! Looking to share her many golden years with someone special.

LOAF

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 80 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Loaf! Nice to meet you! I’m a lovely dog. Shy until we get to know each other but an emotional support dog friend helps me so much! I am in a foster home learning all sorts of stuff like crate training and leash skills. I an also in a foster home with a kid, a cat and other dogs. I will need a home with at least one confident/balanced dog pal. I am around 2 years old and weigh 80 lbs. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

MANITA

AGE: 9 months WEIGHT: 8 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Manita so nice to meet you! I'm around 9 months old and weigh 8lbs. I have a cute little wonky limb so I technically have 3 working legs which makes me EXTRA cute and special. I love running around in the wet grass and napping with my foster siblings. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

MAURICE

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 50 lbs GENDER: Male

Hello!! I'm Granpappy Maurice what a pleasure to meet you!!! DID WE JUST BECOME BEST FRIENDS?? I mean, I kinda say that to everyone! I LOVE EVERYONE! I am a nice boy! I love dogs of all shapes and sizes! I am around 10 years old-lumps and bumps removed. I am spry-love walks! Lookin' for someone to spend my golden years with so if you are in the market for an awesome new best friend I am your dude! Can't wait to meet you!

MIGHTY MOUSE

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 10 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Mighty Mouse! Nice to meet you! I'm a 9 year old 10 lb Maltese mix looking for a forever bestie! I am good with dogs, crate trained, and a total foodie! I am good with everyone, but I have not met any kids yet so not sure how I feel about the tiny humans. Check me out in this cute video! Wanna meet me and see if we will be best friends forever?

MISS MAY

AGE: 10-12 years WEIGHT: 34 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Miss May. I'm a little lady-34 lbs. I am estimated to be between 10-12 years old. I'm spry! Love walks and car rides. I am fostered with two dogs but I really prefer humans so flying solo is my dream!  I am spayed, house broken, easy going, and really cute! Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you! 

MISS PEPPERPOT

AGE: 6-7 months WEIGHT: 28 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Miss Pepperpot! Nice to meet you! I'm around 6-7 months old and currently weigh 28 lbs. Probably won't get much bigger. I am a big personality and a herding breed so a human who is a leader and who is active is best. I am good with dogs. I'm a mouthy puppy so I might be too much for young kids. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

MISS TOAD THE WET SPROCKET

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 26 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Miss toad the wet sprocket! So nice to meet you! I'm a delightful 10 year old 26 lb gal looking for a forever best friend! I was very neglected by my previous person who was, sadly, unhoused and not mentally well. The rescue humans saw me at the shelter and scooped me up. I am looking and feeling so much better now. I am good with dogs but can easily fly solo. No cats for me. Sorry cats. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you

MISTLETOE

*has spinal meningitis (not contagious) 

AGE: 7 years WEIGHT: 7 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Mistletoe! I'm a 7 year old little 7 lb Maltipoo-yorkie poo? Your guess is as good as mine! Here's what my Foster Mom said about me!
*I have spinal meningitis (the non contagious form) and I am making progress every day!
*Happy, sweet, super affectionate
*Tolerates baths
*Loves FOOD, people and animals
(in that order)
*Is making progress every single day, and last night decided if she’s going somewhere, she’s gonna WALK - like she’s been doing it forever.
*Very willful and determined
*Loves being held like a baby and will fall asleep in your arms
*great car companion
*enjoys being walked in the stroller - although as we just learned, will jump out.

Check me out in this cute video!

MYRLIE

AGE: 8 years WEIGHT: 6 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Myrlie! I am a tiny 6 lb warrior with the biggest heart. I am estimated to be around 8 years old. I might be small but I have a lot of love to give! I love to cuddle, get belly rubs, and I am even starting to play with toys. I prefer to not be alone, but I am happy with the company of another nice dog who will let me snuggle up close. I am also fine with cats. I am low energy and not a barker. I have an autoimmune disease called pemphigus foliaceus which caused me to be covered in sores and scabs when I first came to rescue but I have been getting top notch medical care and I am now on a treatment plan that is making my skin look and feel so much better. Please. know that I will need to be on medication for life. I can't wait to meet you!

PATTY POOD

AGE: 14 years WEIGHT: 11 lbs GENDER: Female

FOSTERED IN LAS VEGAS

Hello, I'm Paddy Pood and I'm the sweetest little poodly pood you will ever meet! I ended up in the South LA shelter with a possible owner who never came to redeem me. When APR saw my skinny granny tush in the shelter they knew I did not belong there and got me right out. I am currently fostered in Las Vegas where I am an excellent companion to all the people I meet and I'm very good with my foster dog siblings. I enjoy snuggling on the couch and lounging in the sun. I'm an overall easy lady and looking for my forever retirement home. If you're interested in meeting me, please submit an application and note that you would need to come meet me in Las Vegas!

PICNIC

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 50 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Picnic. nice to meet you! I'm approximately 2 years old and weigh around 50 lbs. I am a petite dobie lady. I run a little anxious, but to be fair, I am just settling into a foster home so everything is new to me AND I'm a doberman and we are known for being amazing quirky birds ha! I am very loving, kind, and loyal. I am fostered with dogs right now and at the moment I am not interested in playing but maybe in time I would? I am crate trained, house broken, spayed, microchipped and current on vaccines. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you

PJ HARVEY

AGE: 8 years WEIGHT: 50 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm PJ Harvey! So nice to meet you! I'm the loveliest lady! Approx 8 years old 50 lbs. Great with dogs. In foster with 3 dog friends. I am easy going, very kind, and just enjoy all the comforts home has to offer. I'm in the market for a forever best friend Is that you? Check me out in this cute video! Can't wait to catch up and see if we are a good match!

PRUNE

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 9 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Prune. I am a very lucky granny. My former guardian dropped me off at the shelter severely matted from head to toe and requested euthanasia. The shelter said nope and called the nice rescue folks who came right away and got me out. I needed a lot of TLC. I was shaved, got a dental and was spayed and had mammary tumors removed. I am feeling like a brand new person now. I am a very sweet, easy going Gal who loves soft things to lay on and snoozes in the sunshine. I am house broken in case you were wondering and I am also good with dogs and probably fine with cats too I can't wait to meet you so we can spend my golden years together.

SCRUBBIT

AGE: 4-5 years WEIGHT: 20 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Scrubbit! So nice to meet you! I'm an approx 4-5 year old muppet...best mix guess would be a Brussels grif/shih Tzu but your guess is as good as mine. I am currently a bit overweight at 20 lbs so working on shedding a few pounds. I am the nicest guy! great with dogs, house broken, friendly, and ready to find a forever home to love me forever. Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you.

SLICK RICK

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 15 lbs GENDER: Male

HELLO! I'm Slick Rick! So nice to meet you! I'm a 12 year old Chihuahua mix! 15 lbs. Sensitive, soulful, mostly house broken, and good with dogs but honestly, I think I would really love the solo life. Having a human(s) to myself is a dream. Wanna spend my golden years together? Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

SMITTY

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 38 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Smitty! 2 years old and currently 38 lbs but I need to get down to about 32 lbs...I'm a little thick at the moment. I am neutered, house broken and I LOVE dogs! I am playful. I could live with dogs or fly solo, I just need a human who will provide me with all the exercise and mental stimulation b/c I am smart and active and I want to live my best life. I am also crate trained. Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you! lets do all the fun stuff together, ok?

STITCH

AGE: 8-9 months WEIGHT: 30 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Stitch. I'm ITTY bitty-photos make me look big but I am not even 30 lbs. I am around 8-9 months old. I am very, very shy around new people. A home where there are very patient humans who will allow me the time and space to get comfortable is what I need...and a dog(s) friend. Dogs help me a lot. A playful, balanced dog pal would be the absolute dream. I am crate trained and house broken. Leash skills are a work in progress. Holler!

TAMMY TROUT

AGE: 8-9 months WEIGHT: 8 lbs GENDER: Female

WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR TAMMY

Hi! I'm Tammy Trout so nice to meet you! I'm an itty bitty pom chi looking for a forever home. 8-9 months old, 8 lbs, great with dogs, cuddly, crate trained, and ready to find my forever home. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

VIXEN

AGE: 5-6 years WEIGHT: 46 lbs (working on my weight gain) GENDER: Female

Hi I'm Vixen, I'm a 6 year old GSD-smart, loyal, GORGEOUS! I am fostered with a pack of dogs but a solo home would be my dream. I love to chase balls and do obedience. Walks are super fun-hikes too! I am crate trained and house broken. I have EPI but it is 100% managed with food and supplements. Check me out in this cute video! I'm an incredible dog looking for a forever best friend, Is that you?

WONDER

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 60 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Wonder and I am very special. I am 2 years old 60 lbs. Initially shy, especially in new places and meeting new people, but I warm up fast and I am your best friend for life. I am a gentle boy, house broken and crate trained who is looking for a gentle and patient human and I would love a dog pal! Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

ARTHUR COHEN - ADOPTED

AGE: 3 years WEIGHT: 28 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Arthur Cohen. Nice to meet you. I'm a little sweetheart. 3 years old 28 lbs. I am house broken, crate trained and even know some basic commands (my foster family taught me). I am an absolute delight who is looking for a best friend to do all sorts of fun stuff together. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

BILLY MADISON - ADOPTED

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 30 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Billy Madison! Nice to meet you! I assume you are here because you are looking for a best friend...ME TOO!!!! I am also looking for a best friend...a forever one. Dogs are for life! I'm around a year old, 30 lbs and really nice and super cute. Working on all the good stuff at my foster home in Santa Monica like crate training, house breaking, and leash walking. It is SO MUCH FUN! I love love love other dogs and a home with a dog pal would be really great. Check me out in this cute video - wanna meet?

CHICKEN LENA - ADOPTED

AGE: 7 years WEIGHT: 14 lbs (goal weight 10 lbs) GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Chicken Lena so nice to meet you! I'm a 7 year old spaniel/chi (best guess) and currently on a diet to shed some lbs! I weigh 14 lbs but my goal weight is 10 lbs. what can I say? I'm a foodie. I could live in a home with dogs or fly solo. I am crate trained and house broken and I love walks, naps, and snacks! Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you!

ORI - ADOPTED

AGE: 1 year, 3 months WEIGHT: 85 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Ori. So nice to meet you! I am the NICEST dog! Truly a prize! Legs for days-85b lbs. and a little over a year old. Super soft temperament (helper dog). Crate trained, house broken, great with dogs and kids. You won't find a nicer guy! Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you!

SHRIMP SCAMPI - ADOPTED

AGE: 5 years WEIGHT: 20 lbs (goal weight 10 lb) GENDER: Female

hi. I'm Shrimp Scampi but my friends call me scampi/shrimp/or scamps :) you might notice my bodacious body. currently on a weight loss program to shed half my body weight b/c I am thick and it's not because I am a thyroid case-i am just thic lady. I love kids and I am great with other dogs and cats. I could easily fly solo too. I am house broken, crate trained, and an absolute treasure. wanna help me lose the rest of my weight? goal weight is 10 lbs. Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you!

SWAN - ADOPTED

AGE: 6-7 years WEIGHT: 12 lbs GENDER: Female

I'm Swan and I am the NICEST little lady! 6-7 years old. 12 lbs. Great with everyone. Calm, easy going, house broken, and dog social. I will probably be fine with cats too. I'm just an absolute delight. Healthy, happy, and ready to be your best friend. Can't wait to meet you!

TIFFY - ADOPTED

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 30 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Tiffy. Nice to meet you. Initially shy-need a minute and then I am your best friend. 1 year old 30 lbs (I'm an itty bitty lady). I love dogs. I am working hard on crate training at my foster home and I walk nicely on leash. Check me out in this cute video - wanna meet?

WETZEL PRETZEL - ADOPTED

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 13 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Wetzel Pretzel! So nice to meet you! I'm a 10 year old 13 lb poodle (mix?) looking for a forever home. I am a delight! Good with dogs and kids. House broken. A true gentleman. I have a heart condition that I take meds for. Easy breezy. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?