Stripe was born 12/16/13. He is a Chihuahua/Miniature Pinscher mix puppy. He loves to play and is on his way to being house broken. He enjoys being held and snuggled, but is also content to sleep on his doggy bed.

Stripe and his brother Spot (also available for adoption) were with a senior person who could not take care of them.

If you would like to meet Stripe, fill out our online adoption application.

Spot was born 12/16/13. He is a Chihuahua/Miniature Pinscher mix puppy. He loves to play and is on his way to being house broken. He enjoys being held and snuggled, but is also content to sleep on his doggy bed.

Spot and his brother Stripe (also available for adoption) were with a senior person who could not take care of them.

If you would like to meet Spot, fill out our online adoption application.

Jack Black is a 20 pound, 4-year-old Corgi/Jack Russell Mix. He has a long body and shorter legs. He is a really sweet dog. He has great doggy manners with other dogs. He is a little reserved with people until he gets to know you, then he likes to stay close to your side. He walks nicely on a leash and has perfect house manners.

Jack was the loving, loyal companion to a senior gentleman. His guardian is at hospice and not expected to live more than a few weeks so the family brought Jack to us to rehome him.

If you would like to meet Jack Black, fill out our online adoption application.

ADOPTION PENDING - this dog is on a trial adoption and may take time to finalize. Please email us, if you would like to be placed on a waiting list for this dog if the adoption does not go through.

Roxy is a 17 pound, 7-year-old purebred Fox Terrier. She is a happy, healthy girl who is happy to meet and greet new people and other dogs. She loves to play with other dogs. She is a sweet dog and an easy keeper. She is house trained, affectionate, and settles very well at home.

Roxy has been trained and very well cared for her whole life. Sadly, her guardian passed away and the family brought her to POMDR for help.

Sam is a 35 pound, 12-year-old Spaniel/Lhasa Apso mix. He has lots of energy and pep for a senior dog. He is a happy dog who loves to greet new people and new dogs with exuberance. He enjoys going for walks and playing fetch. He pulls a little on leash, but would do well with a SENSE-ation harness or Gentle Leader nose harness. He knows basic commands and has one trick - roll over! He is very treat motivated. Sam's health is great! No signs of arthritis.

Sam came to us when his senior guardian was forced to move to a place where he could not go too.

If you would like to meet Sam, fill out our online adoption application.

ADOPTION PENDING - this dog is on a trial adoption and may take time to finalize. Please email us, if you would like to be placed on a waiting list for this dog if the adoption does not go through.

Samantha is 4-year-old Black Lab mix. She is good with other dogs and with kids (even very young ones), doesn't jump up, is housebroken, good in the car, fine if left alone and enjoys playing with toys. She has been very well loved and cared for her whole life, but her guardian is very ill and could no longer take care of her.

Charlie is a 12-year-old, 45 pound Golden Retriever mix. He is a real sweetie and enjoys being with people and other dogs. He moves slowly due to arthritis and is a little wobbly when he gets tired, but he is building his strength and stamina little by little. He also appears to be mostly deaf as are many senior dogs.

He had an ultrasound due to some GI problems and there is a suspicious mass near his spleen, but without doing exploratory surgery, we just don't know what exactly it is. He doesn't have any other symptoms now. The GI problems have cleared up. We're hoping Charlie can find a forever home for how ever many months or years he has left amongst us. His foster mom says, " Charlie is a very determined dog - even with all his health issues, he finds the strength to get up and move around. He is a really good boy!"

Charlie came to us from Salinas Animal Services after being found as a stray.

If you would like to meet Charlie, fill out our online adoption application.

ADOPTION PENDING - this dog is on a trial adoption and may take time to finalize. Please email us, if you would like to be placed on a waiting list for this dog if the adoption does not go through.

Jack is a gorgeous jet-black 50 pound, 8 year old Aussie/Flat-coated Retriever mix. He's very overweight at the moment and should be about 30 pounds. Jack is a friendly and loyal guy. He has a medium energy level and loves to go on walks with you everywhere - great dog to accompany you to the beach or on a hike. He also likes to just hang out wherever you are. He's very intelligent and playful. He loves playing fetch.

Jack is a well-mannered boy that is housetrained and is not a big barker. He is on a daily medication for low thyroid and some arthritis medication. Once he gets his weight down, his arthritis should improve greatly.

Jack came to us when his guardian could no longer care for him. He was adopted and in a home for a few years and then was returned when that guardian could no longer care for him.

Alfie is a 20 pound, 5-year-old Poodle. He is great with other dogs, and enjoys meeting people. He is very food-motivated and would be very trainable with positive reinforcement methods. He came to us in very bad shape. He was a matted mess of dredlocks. Due to a life of neglect, he will need some basic training when he gets to his new home.

If you would like to meet Alfie, fill out our online adoption application.

Furby is an 8 year old, 10 pound Shih Tzu. He is a happy and adaptable dog, easygoing and not nervous. He likes to stay close to his human and sit at your feet or maybe in your lap. He sleeps on your bed or sometimes in his dog bed in the same room.

Furby sits at the door if he needs to go out. He gets along fine with other dogs. He is fine with the children he has met in his foster home. He hasn't met a cat in his foster home, so we don't know how he is with them. He likes walks, but his little legs can't always keep up with bigger dogs.

If you would like to meet Furby, fill out our online adoption application.

Zoey is an 18 pound, 14-year-old poodle mix. She is blind, but seems to be confident in finding her way around. She is a doll with people and is fine with other dogs who are calm and forgiving of her disability. Zoey had some cancerous mammary tumors removed, and she has some masses on her lungs. They are not bothering her now but could be an issue for her in the future.

We are looking for a caring, compassionate person who would like to give Zoey a wonderful home for the last months or years of her life. We just don't know how quickly her cancer will spread, but we do know that she deserves to feel loved every day in the meantime.

Zoey came to POMDR from Salinas Animal Services as a stray.

If you would like to meet Zoey, fill out our online adoption application.

Lolly is a 14 pound, 12-year-old Chihuahua. She has a tolerant, friendly personality and is great with people and enjoys meeting and playing with other dogs.

Lolly came to us from Santa Cruz Animal Services after being picked up as a stray.

If you would like to meet Lolly, fill out our online adoption application.

King is a 10 pound, 14-year-old toy poodle. He is a spry, happy little guy who just loves to cuddle. If there is a spare lap around, he will find it and climb right in. He fits right in to new situations and bonds quickly to his caregivers. He is a very mellow dog without an aggressive bone in his body. Like many senior dogs, he is hard of hearing.

King gets along fine with other dogs and cats, and walks great on a leash. He will snuggle up with other dogs, but he really prefers people. He would be happiest with someone who was home most of the time.

King was found in his apartment after his guardian had been deceased for at least two weeks.

If you would like to meet King, fill out our online adoption application.

Cece is a 6 pound, 3-year-old Chihuahua. She still has lots of puppy antics and is very sweet and playful. She has a very friendly tail wag for all the dogs and people that she meets. In her excitement she pulls on her leash, but she is so small that she's never out of control.

At her foster home Cece is active and curious. She gets along great with her two fellow foster home dogs, though they are older and not interested in playing. She respects the house kitty. She thoroughly enjoys a nice Kong toy filled with treats. She's very good about putting herself into her pen when left home or for nap time. She sleeps soundly through the night without a peep.

If you would like to meet Cece, fill out our online adoption application.

Princesa is a 10-year-old, 8 pound Chihuahua. She has no teeth, so she likes to eat soft food. She is a very friendly dog with lots of love to give. She is looking forward to making her next 5-10 years the best of her life by being part of a loving home.

Princesa originally came to us from Monterey County Animal Services. She was adopted last year, but her adopter's life changed drastically and she returned Princesa to us.

If you would like to meet Princesa, fill out our online adoption application.

Belle is a 14 pound 14 year old Chihuahua/Dachshund mix. She's a real sweetheart -- an affectionate, loving girl. Belle is an easy keeper and spends a lot of time sleeping and cuddling, but she gets around just fine and enjoys her daily walks. She is house trained, but like any dog will have an accident in the house if left for too long without an opportunity to potty. She is currently living with two other Chihuahuas and a cat and is doing great. She previously lived with three large dogs too, so she will do well in a home with big dogs, little dogs or cats. Belle does fine when her foster mom goes to work, but would love to be with someone who is home during part of the day.

She came to Peace of Mind after she was surrendered to a local vet hospital when her guardian passed away.

If you would like to meet Belle aka Thelma, fill out our online adoption application.

Duffy is a 7 year old, 50 pound pure bred Boxer. He is mellow, friendly dog. He is great with people and other dogs. He does chase some cats though, so he would do best in a home without kitties.

Duffy had a large benign cyst removed from the top of his head. His incision is healing nicely, and his fur will grow back in in the next several weeks. He also had a stage two mast cell tumor removed from his scrotum. We think we got all the cancer, but there is always the chance it may come back. He is a fabulous dog and deserves the best rest of his life he can get.

Duffy was surrendered to Monterey County Animal Services as a euthanasia request. Presumably because of the masses he had. Fortunately, the shelter asked POMDR to take him in.

If you would like to meet Duffy, fill out our online adoption application.

Missy is a 55 pound, 9-year-old Australian Shepherd mix. She is an intelligent dog who just loves being around people and interacting with them. She is super sweet and very loving.

Missy is moderately energetic. She walks well on a leash, and enjoys exploring. She prefers to be in a home where she is the only dog.

If you would like to meet Missy, fill out our online adoption application.

Randy is a 90 pound, 11-year-old Yellow Labrador. He is good with other dogs of all sizes. He likes to play with other dogs, and has a grand time at the dog park.

Randy pulls on leash a little, but does very well with a gentle leader nose harness. He has some arthritis and so prefers shorter walks. Also, stairs and getting in and out of a vehicle are hard for him. He'll need help with that or a ramp. He has a lot of energy for a senior dog, but also settles down after the excitement of a new place wears off.

If you would like to meet Randy, fill out our online adoption application.

Molly is an 85 pound, 11-year-old Shepherd mix. She is blind from sudden onset blindness, but she gets along very well. She is still active and strong and needs her daily exercise. She loves to go for walks and is very happy outdoors in safe places off leash, and she loves riding in the car. Molly is a sweetie who connects with people and is friendly with other dogs. She loves everyone. Molly's foster mom says "She's such a gentle soul. She is so happy to be part of a family."

If you would like to meet Molly, fill out our online adoption application.

Mulan is a 16 pound, 13-year-old Shih Tzu mix. She is a really sweet dog. She loves to be petted by anyone, and likes all dogs that she meets. She loves to go out for short or medium walks, and shows it by getting all excited when she sees her harness and leash being prepared.

Mulan shares her foster home with a couple of active, younger dogs that play and tussle with each other. She doesn't mind at all; she just watches from the sidelines, and everyone gets along perfectly.

If you would like to meet Mulan, fill out our online adoption application.

Chester is an 8 pound, 10-year-old Chihuahua mix. He likes going for walks and gets very attached to his caretaker. He loves to sit on his person's lap or to cuddle up in a nearby dog bed. He can be overly protective around some people and some dogs, however, and needs a person who will provide leadership.

Chester takes an inexpensive thyroid medication which he will need lifelong. He would like a loving quiet home to feel safe and loved and experience the simple joys of being a senior citizen.

Chester came to us from the Hollister Animal Shelter after coming in as a stray.

If you would like to meet Chester, fill out our online adoption application.

Suzi is a 28 pound, 15-year-old Jack Russell mix. She is vision and hearing impaired due to her age, but is otherwise a healthy senior dog. She enjoys a nice leisurely walk, where she politely sniffs with new dogs that she meets, and mostly ignores new people.

She's generally mellow around the house, though she will play once in a while. She's staying with two other dogs, and does fine with them, but she does not do well with cats. She prefers to be right next to her person, and follow them from room to room.

If you would like to meet Suzi, fill out our online adoption application.

Olive is a 6 pound, 10-year-old Chihuahua mix with a sweet, goofy smile. She's eager to go on her daily walks, where she maintains a brisk pace. She hasn't been interested in playing with other dogs, but is curious about them, and greets them politely. She's also curious at first about new people, and then is ready to move on.

At her foster home, Olive is staying with three older dogs and a young cat. They get along without problems, mostly ignoring each other. The kitty does try to engage/annoy/torment Olive, and Olive occasionally growls a little back but otherwise pays no attention.

If you would like to meet Olive, fill out our online adoption application.

Dundee is a 15 pound, 12-year-old toy Australian Shepherd mix. He is a happy, friendly, mellow dog who gets along great with people and other dogs. He is a snuggler who loves affection from everyone. He spends much of his time sleeping, preferably on a comfy bed near you. He enjoys going for slow walks where he can sniff and sniff, but he doesn't need a long walk.

Dundee lost most of his vision due to glaucoma. He needs eye drops a few times a day and he is on an inexpensive thyroid medication. He has adjusted well to life with limited sight.

If you would like to meet Dundee, fill out our online adoption application.

Lucky is a 10 pound, 12-year-old purebred Maltese. He has been in a loving home his whole life. He has lived with cats and was raised with children. He can be shy at first with new people, but he warms up pretty quickly, and he is very accepting of children. He just loves to go for walks, where he trots along happily. He's very friendly and polite with other dogs, and plays with a 4-year-old Golden Retriever at his foster home.

Lucky is pretty active for a 12-year-old. When he's not sleeping, he wanders his foster home, looking to see where everyone is and what is happening. So far he hasn't shown an interest in toys.

If you would like to meet Lucky Maltese, fill out our online adoption application.

Simba is a 10 pound, 12-year-old Terrier/Chihuahua mix. He is the perfect companion for someone who wants a lap dog. He likes to be close. He does enjoy walking and can get by with as much or as little exercise as you can provide. He has lived with other dogs most of his life and would do fine in a mutlidog household or as an only dog. He does love children. His foster mom takes him to visit a friend with a kitty and he does fine with the kitty.

Simba lived at a dog sanctuary for several years until the 90-year-old founder of the sanctuary passed away.

If you would like to meet Simba, fill out our online adoption application.

Troy is a 10 pound, 8-year-old Chihuahua mix. He is a friendly, confident dog with a lively personality. He loves to meet and play with new dogs and he never met a stranger he didn't win over. If you'd like to have the happiest dog in the world in your life, Troy might be your buddy.

Troy walks nicely on a leash, with a little weaving back and forth to find the best smells. He is used to riding in a crate in the car, and he's fine with that. He likes having a blanket or sheet to chew on. He's happy to sleep in a crate, or in your bed.

If you would like to meet Troy, fill out our online adoption application.

Bert is a 6 pound, 8-year-old Chihuahua mix. He is mellow and sweet, and just loves curling up on his foster mom's lap and going to sleep. He seems very grateful for anything that is done for him.

Bert walks well on a leash, mostly staying at your side. He's fine with meeting new people and is good with other dogs. He is crate trained. He is a little too excited about kitties so would do best in a home without cats or with a very confident cat. He is smaller than most kitties!

Bert was found as a stray in Salinas.

If you would like to meet Bert, fill out our online adoption application.

Princess is an 11 pound, 10-year-old Chihuahua mix. She is a sweet girl who enjoys meeting new people, likes to have her tummy rubbed, and loves to snuggle. She enjoys moderately long walks, and is generally mellow at home, though she does partake in some rambunctious play with plush toys. She's happy to ride in the back of a car or on a passenger's lap.

Princess can be wary when meeting new dogs, but once she gets to know other dogs she likes to play and snuggle with them. She'd be happy as an only pooch or would fit into a pack of dogs.

If you would like to meet Princess, fill out our online adoption application.

Pepper is a 13 pound, 17-year-old pure bred Lhasa Apso. He is a gentle dog who gets along with people, other dogs, and cats.

He has a non-functional right eye that has been that way since he was a pup and doesn't cause him any trouble. He also has limited vision in his left eye. He is quiet and housebroken as long as he has a routine and access to the outdoors. He likes meeting people and dogs, though he doesn't always notice their presence. He wags his little tail constantly and loves to be with company. He enjoys being held and cuddled.

If you would like to meet Pepper Lhasa, fill out our online adoption application.

Jessie is a 16 pound, 10-year-old Lhasa Apso mix. He is a lovely boy -- sociable and friendly with other dogs, he's also affectionate and just plain fun to be around. Please fill out an application to meet this handsome guy, we assure you, your heart will be stolen in seconds.

Jessie was found as a stray near Toro Park in Salinas.

If you would like to meet Jessie, fill out our online adoption application.

Nina is a 20 pound, 12-year-old Shih Tzu. She's an easygoing, mellow dog who is very friendly; she loves everyone she meets. She gets along fine with other dogs she meets when out walking, and also with the other dogs in her foster home. She plays a little with a Yorkie at her foster home.

Nina gets spunky and runs around a little when first coming in the house or going outside, but quickly settles down. She enjoys a cloth chew toy, playing fetch, cuddling, and lounging around (preferably on a lap). She does fine in a crate and also does fine when left out with other dogs. She has a quiet bark, which she has only used in her foster home when she's outside and wants to come in.

Nina was surrendered by her senior guardian when she could no longer care for her.

If you would like to meet Nina, fill out our online adoption application.

Hal is a 9 pound, 12-year-old Terrier mix. Hal may be older, but he has quite a bit of energy and is always up for a walk or some other adventure. He loves to prance happily by your side, investigating this and that but in a controlled way. He tends to bark when encountering a new dog or a new person, but then he just sniffs them and wags his tail, and he's always happy to be petted. He bonds quickly to people and is extremely loving.

He coexists cheerfully with the large senior dog who shares his foster home. She's not the playing type, but Hal would likely play with the right doggy pal. He loves playing with people. He is very interested in cats and can scare them, though it seems like he is just trying to get them to play. He'd probably be best off in a home without cats or with cats that aren't easily spooked.

If you would like to meet Hal, fill out our online adoption application.

Lupey is a 20 pound, 11-year-old Boston Terrier. He is a delightful dog who was well cared for by his former guardian who passed away. His vision is somewhat impaired, but he doesn't let this stop him from being sweet, smart, easy going, funny, and happy.

Lupey gets along well with other dogs and enjoys meeting new people. He has lived with cats and chases some kitties but not others. He doesn't play with the other dog at his foster home, but he likes to challenge people at tug of war with a rope toy, and he very much enjoys his stuffed animals.

If you would like to meet Lupey, fill out our online adoption application.

Chance is a 25 pound, 14-year-old Schnauzer mix. He is a sweet old man dog. He is mostly deaf and vision-impaired but he still likes to follow his dog friends or foster mom around. He is happy to go for slow speed short walks where he checks out the smells and is sometimes happily startled by a "big" smell. He gently enjoys meeting other dogs; he gives them a sniff and then meanders on.

At home he is mostly content to rest. He's not interested in playing with other dogs, but doesn't mind them being around. He will occasionally chew on an antler. He's a mellow guy who just needs a soft bed to sleep on and someone to rub his head.

Chance came to us from Salinas Animal Services after being picked up as a stray. He has a mild case of Cushings Disease, but it is asymptomatic so our veterinarian does not recommend treatment at this time.

If you would like to meet Chance Schnauzer, fill out our online adoption application.

Onyx is a 55 pound, 10-year-old Black Labrador mix. He gets along very well with other dogs and is being fostered with big and small dogs. He loves going for walks, and doesn't pull on his leash. He enjoys meeting all types of dogs and all sizes of people too.

At home Onyx is moderately active. He frolics with his fellow dogs, plays with balls, and follows his foster mom around to get attention. He is a master of the dog door. His foster mom has never heard him bark. He has shown excessive interest in some cats and at least one bunny, so he would probably do best in a dog-only home.

Overall Onyx is a wonderful, sweet, healthy, active senior. He's very engaged, very loving, and is always smiling. He's just a really good boy!

Onyx came to POMDR after spending two months in a Los Angeles shelter, He was a staff favorite and has a following of supporters who helped get him out of the shelter and raised funds to bring him to POMDR and pay his medical expenses to get him ready for adoption (neuter, dental, exam, blood work).

If you would like to meet Onyx, fill out our online adoption application.

Rusty is an 18 pound, 10-year-old, wire-haired Terrier mix. He is somewhat interested in other dogs, but will ignore them if they are not very close and greets them briefly otherwise. He loves his walks, but doesn't require a very long walk. He's friendly or indifferent to strangers, though never turns down being petted.

Being a terrier, he is very interested in small mammals and would like to burrow through shrubbery, etc. in pursuit of them. But he's pretty easy to control. We don't know yet whether he behaves the same way with cats.

If you would like to meet Rusty, fill out our online adoption application.

Pickles is a 20 pound, 13-year-old Beagle mix. He is a mellow older guy who doesn't need much activity, though he enjoys a slow walk. He doesn't pay attention to other dogs he sees while out walking, and is shy about meeting new people. He gets along with the other dogs in his foster home, as long as they let him eat in peace. He does not enjoy riding in a car.

Pickles was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in August 2013. He is currently controlling the heart failure with daily medication. He has had a hard life, and deserves to enjoy the rest of his life in comfort.

Pickles came to us from a rescue group in Los Angeles who was having trouble adopting him out due to his age.

If you would like to meet Pickles, fill out our online adoption application.

Lucas is a 26 pound, 5-year-old Manchester Terrier/Pug mix. He is a handsome mellow guy. He is great on the leash, good with other dogs, and not reactive to dogs or cats. He is curious about other dogs but is not into playing. He loves going out for a walk or a hike or a trip to the beach.

Lucas is very food motivated and easy to train. He's not interested in toys, but he does enjoy chewing an antler or a treat-filled Kong toy. He is crate trained, and happily rides in a crate in the car.

If you would like to meet Lucas, fill out our online adoption application.

Beasley is a 13 pound, 15-year-old Miniature Poodle mix. She is at least hard of hearing, and possibly deaf, but that doesn't stop her from being the sweetest dog you have ever met. When she meets new people she hangs back for a couple of seconds and then slowly approaches and waits to be gently petted. When she meets a new dog, she politely and gently sniffs and lets the other dog sniff her. She remains mellow even around excited dogs.

At home Beasley is also mellow and spends much of her time sleeping peacefully in her bed. She is always quiet; so far she hasn't barked even once at her foster home. The only thing that seems to worry her is complete darkness, but if a nightlight is left on for her then she'll sleep through the night.

If you would like to meet Beasley aka Ruby, fill out our online adoption application.

Rosie is a 12 pound, 13-year-old Chihuahua mix. She is a wonderful distinguished senior with a sweet nature and a calm demeanor. She rides perfectly in a car, and is fine with meeting new dogs, but prefers sitting in your lap over anything else. She adores a good cuddle and will happily roll over for a belly rub. She is eagerly waiting for a family who can see beyond her age and can shower her with love, affection and lots of tasty treats for the last years of her life. Rosie recently had a mass removed from her chest that proved cancerous. She is doing just fine now and taking medication for the cancer, but it is unknown at this time what her long-term prognosis is. We'll be updating her profile here after her next visit with her oncologist.

Rosie came to Peace of Mind via Santa Cruz County Animal Services where she was brought in as a stray.

If you would like to meet Rosie aka Edna, fill out our online adoption application.

Bernard is a 6 pound, 6-year-old Miniature Pinscher/Chihuahua mix. He has an ultra precious personality. He loves people and will roll on his back in your arms like a baby, close his eyes, and soak in the love. He gleefully approaches strangers and climbs up in their laps for some snuggling.

Bernard gets along great with all the dogs and a kitty in his foster home. Bernard likes chewing rawhides and other toys. He travels well in a car, and also does well when left alone. He is fine on a leash and has had no trouble keeping up on moderately long walks.

If you would like to meet Bernard aka Bernie, fill out our online adoption application.

Bonnie is a 10 year old Pekingese. She loves to go out on walks. She can be a bit talkative when meeting new dogs and new people, but she gets over that quickly and is happy to climb up on a stranger's lap for some affection. At home she enjoys playing and cuddling with her fellow dogs, and resting on a comfy lap or a comfy pillow. She can be a bit possessive with toys in the house.

Bonnie enjoys riding in a car, calmly sitting and looking out the window. She does fine when left home alone. She is very understanding of all the medicines, baths, and eye drops that she needs; she seems to understand that these are for her benefit. She listens very well and is a very smart dog who wants to please you.

If you would like to meet Bonnie, fill out our online adoption application.

Robbie is a sweet 6 pound, 9-year-old Chihuahua who will win you over in two minutes flat! Look at those eyes and try to deny him. Robbie loves to go for long walks and is extremely well behaved on a leash, staying focused and at your side. He is great meeting new dogs of all sizes and is great with cats. In his foster home he gets along very well with his fellow rescued Chihuahua.

With his inherent curiosity and friendliness, Robbie enjoys meeting new people. He is a quiet, mellow boy, who is happy to sleep in his crate at any time.

If you would like to meet Robbie Chi, fill out our online adoption application.

Charlotte is a 4.2 pound, 10-year-old Chihuahua. She is a very good-natured tiny dog, who will go up to people to be petted and is super patient with children. She doesn't seem to care much about other dogs, but doesn't mind a bit if they come up to check her out. She gets along well with the two other Chihuahas and the cat in her foster home.

Charlotte walks very obediently on a leash though of course she isn't very fast. She is quiet and sits nicely when riding in a car. At home she loves attention, and loves to quietly sit on your lap. She doesn't play with toys, preferring to lounge in her bed. She is a wonderful little dog who really needs and deserves lots of attention from someone.

If you would like to meet Charlotte, fill out our online adoption application.

Shelby is a 69 pound, 15-year-old Shepherd/Chow mix. She is mellow for most of the day and is usually happy to let new people pet her, though sometimes she isn't interested. She loves to go for walks, and should be walked a few times a day so that her arthritis doesn't get worse. When she's out on walks, she doesn't pull and she enjoys politely meeting other dogs with some sniffing and a lot of tail-wagging.

Shelby has gotten into some mischief when left alone at home, so now she stays in a crate. She whines a little about it but she's getting used to it. She just loves riding in a car, with her head out the window and her paw up on the dashboard.

If you would like to meet Shelby, fill out our online adoption application.

Gary, also known as Romeo, is a 17 pound, 12-year-old Rat Terrier/ Italian Greyhound mix. He is a sweetheart of a dog, with an endearing habit of going up to new people for snuggles and pets. He would LOVE to have a home where he can snuggle, go for walks and have a family of his own. He gets along great with the 3 dogs in his foster home, and walks well on leash. We don't know how he would be with cats, but he is a very mellow guy with a low prey drive. He is house and crate trained, very quick to learn and eager to please his people.

Romeo was a staff favorite at Santa Cruz Animal Services, and luckily POMDR was able to take him in and get him the dental care he needed before he could be placed up for adoption. He needed to have some teeth removed, BUT he still LOVES food and treats; his missing teeth don't slow him down at all! Romeo is a healthy and happy boy who would love to warm your lap and go for for relaxed walks. He is ready to share all of his love with his forever family!

If you would like to meet Gary aka Romeo, fill out our online adoption application.

Gigi is a 9 pound, 10-year-old Chihuahua mix. Gigi is a sweet, gentle, undemanding soul who is looking for a home to call her own. She will joyously welcome you home with wiggles and wags, but her favorite thing is to sit quietly in your lap or near you. Gigi is very cat friendly (not even interested) and has lived with other dogs. She rides well in the car and is house trained. She sleeps quietly through the night and looks forward to meal times. Gigi enjoys walks around the neighborhood and is great on leash. If you're looking for a sweet gentle dog, who has her perky moments too, Gigi just may be the girl for you!

Gigi came to POMDR after being surrendered to Santa Cruz County Animal Services.

If you would like to meet Gigi, fill out our online adoption application.

Tucker is a 9-year-old, 50 pound Catahoula/Australian Shepherd Mix. He is an ultra friendly dog. He loves attention from everyone he meets, and will nudge you with his nose to get some additional petting. He is equally good with children and adults. He gets along well with other dogs he meets. He would do best in a home without cats or other small animals.

Tucker was born with a foot deformity that made it difficult and painful for him to put weight one of his paws. The problem was not repairable and his back leg was amputated. He remaining back paw needs to be protected. It was also deformed at birth and he wears a boot to protect it. He can only do short walks on soft surface.

Tucker rides well in a car, contentedly lying down and looking out the window. He's a quiet dog who occasionally whines with excitement but rarely if ever barks.

If you would like to meet Tucker, fill out our online adoption application.

Brodie is a 14 pound, 6-year-old Terrier/Chihuahua mix. He has tall legs and short fur and a funny little, endearing underbite. Brodie LOVES people! He is super sweet and puts his paws on you gently to get closer to the love. He is a great little snuggler. He enjoys being handled, and is a mellow dog much of the time, with some bouts of playful energy. He certainly does love his squeaky toys!

Brodie is a little wary when meeting other dogs, especially large ones, but does fine if introduced properly. He gets along well with a larger spaniel in his foster home. He's easy to walk on a leash; he'll try to chase the occasional squirrel but he's easy to hold back. He has experience hanging out in a crate at home and in the car. He has been quiet and well-behaved when left free in his foster home for short periods of time.

Brodie came to us from Salinas Animal Services when the shelter was full and could no longer keep him on the adoption floor.

If you would like to meet Brodie, fill out our online adoption application.

Gracie is a 25 pound, 13-year-old Cocker Spaniel. She bonds strongly to a person and wants to be near you as much as possible, looking at you with her big dark eyes and melting your heart. She loves nothing more than to be held and reassured. She is friendly in a quiet environment, but can get a little overwhelmed and vocal when there is lots of activity. Gracie gets along well with the dogs and cats in the house where she's staying, but she sometimes gets nervous when meeting new dogs. She would probably do best as an only dog, where she could get all the attention she desires.

Gracie rides well in a crate and walks well on a leash. When left at home, she sleeps peacefully. She is learning to be housetrained.

Gracie came to us from a home where she suffered severe neglect that led to ear infections and skin problems. She's doing great now and is looking for a family who likes to sit by the fire and cuddle.

If you would like to meet Gracie, fill out our online adoption application.

Graham is a perfect chihuahua - he is about 6 years old and is 5 pounds of Grade A lap-snuggler, good with other gentle dogs, good with people, happy to accompany you whereever and whenever. He does have arthritis in his neck but he doesn't let it slow him down. Take him for a walk and he proudly struts at the end of his leash. He plays with toys and runs around with the pack of dogs at his foster home; he has his favorite canine companions and can often be seen snuggling with them.

His foster mom says "Graham is very endearing and adores attention. He climbs up and wraps himself around my shoulders like a cat; he cannot ever get close enough!" If you love chihuahuaha, Graham will adore you right back.

If you would like to meet Graham, fill out our online adoption application.

Spirit is an 8 pound, 10-year-old Miniature Pinscher mix with the sweetest disposition. We named him Spirit because despite a neurological condition that causes him to walk clumsily, he has such an incredible spirit that doesn't let his disability slow him down. He would do best in a home without slippery floors.

Full of life, he packs quite a personality in his little body. He just can't stop wiggling his little stump of a tail. He likes to play with stuffed toys and he loves treats. He gets along well with most (but not all) dogs, though doesn't really play with them. He's very affectionate and loves to give kisses. He loves to snuggle on your lap or in a bed nearby, and follow you around to be a part of whatever is going on. He settles down when left alone, but is happiest when his friends are nearby. He loves riding in his crate in a car. He's now for the most part housetrained — he can hold it in for a long time, and will let you know when he needs to go out.

If you would like to meet Spirit, fill out our online adoption application.

CJ is a handsome 21 pound, 13-year-old Rat Terrier. He's a friendly, mellow dog who loves gentle attention from anyone he meets. He is neutral with other dogs; he sniffs them but doesn't try to play or dominate or otherwise interact. He really loves his daily walks and is very polite on a leash. Around the house his favorite activity is to lie outside in the sun, or near his human companions. He doesn't seem interested in playing with toys.

CJ is staying with two cats, whom he usually ignores, but he runs away if they are acting threatening. He loves going for car rides; at first he looks out the window and sniffs around, but a few minutes later he's contentedly lying down. He is housetrained, though like many small dogs with small-dog bladders he needs to be let out several times a day to be successful.

If you would like to meet CJ, fill out our online adoption application.

Sunny is a 9 pound, 12-year-old, handsome long hair Dachshund. He was surrendered to a shelter when his guardian went into a care facility and was then transferred to POMDR. He is a little shy at first, but then is an absolute doll with his human family members. He can live with other dogs, but might be a little bossy with some dogs. He loves to snuggle and be on his person's lap.

Like many Dachshunds, Sunny can be protective of his human family while on leash out and about and if visitors come to the home. He is learning to walk on a gentle leader and that is helping a lot. He needs an adopter who is willing to continue his training inside and outside the home and is committed to managing his behaviors lifelong if necessary. He needs to be in a home without young children.

If you would like to meet Sunny, fill out our online adoption application.

Mayla is a 10 pound, 7-year-old Min Pin/Chihuahua mix. She came to us when her senior guardian could no longer care for her. Not having been socialized, she was very shy and frightened at first, but has since blossomed into a playful and fun little girl in her foster home.

Mayla needs to gain the trust of new people before showing her true personality so she needs a patient adopter, who can take it slowly with her and let her blossom once again in their care.

If you would like to meet Mayla, fill out our online adoption application.

Buster is a 10 pound, 11-year-old Maltese. He has lots of positive qualities - is housebroken, is easy to walk on leash and enjoys short walks, is good with other dogs and with cats, and is very smart and quick to learn.

Buster does have a couple of quirks which put him in our Behaviorally Challenged category. He is nervous about being touched and can snap if you startle him. He is fine being petted. But simple things that we take for granted with typical dogs are difficult for him - like bathing, cleaning his eyes, pulling a burr from his fur. If he thinks you are going to try to "do" something to him, he will snap.

If you would like to meet Buster, fill out our online adoption application.