Trixie is a 7-year-old, 20 pound Boston Terrier mix. She loves everyone and is great with other dogs. She likes kids, but will get very playful and jump on them. She chases kitties for fun, not to harm them. She could probably be trained to be OK with kitties, but it would take some work.

Trixie loves to take walks, but hasn't gotten to take many lately since her guardian hasn't been able to get out with her. She does pull on leash and will need a little training in that area too. She's house trained and is great on car trips. She's never been crated. Some of her favorite things to do at home are look out the windows to keep track of what's going on in the neighborhood, and play with her stuffed toy that also serves as her pacifier.

If you would like to meet Trixie Boston Terrier, fill out our online adoption application.

Cush is a 16 pound, 8-year-old Norwich Terrier mix with soft, long wiry fur. Cush was the faithful sidekick to a man who passed away in an accident last year. He used to go to work with him every day, had a lot of freedom, and would sometimes make his way back home on his own, only to start the adventure over the next day.

After his guardian's passing, he became a bit of a restless soul and kept getting loose and taking himself for walks along dangerous roads. His family picked him up from the shelter several times, but the last time he ended up in the shelter, they decided it was in his best interest to come to POMDR to find a new home.

We find Cush to be a mellow dude, who loves to go for walks, is fine with dogs, but likes his peace and quiet. He is still a little depressed about the changes in his life and needs a new person to bond with and give his life meaning and excitement.

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

Poogi is a 5 year old, 9 pound, Terrier/Chihuahua mix. He's a happy little sweetie who likes attention and is easy to handle. He's very friendly with everyone he meets, be they human or canine. He is a pretty active guy who loves to play with other dogs, and with various toys.

Poogi has been around children as young as 12 years old and was fine. He tries to play with cats, but if the cats don't run, he gives up. Poogi is eager to please, and although he never had training, he's learning commands at his foster's home.

Poogi is house trained and crate trained and rides well in the car. He might whine a little if he's in a different room from his people, but otherwise isn't a vocal dog.

His foster mom says "He is sweet, affectionate, loves to be petted, and loves to be with his person. He is very attentive, playful, and fun. He is a great pet and would be good for a child's pet."

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

Albert is a 48 pound, 9-year-old, Border Collie. He is cautiously friendly around new people, and he continues to improve in this area. He ignores small dogs but is fearful of dogs his size or larger. He enjoys going on walks and sniffing while he's doing so, though he is worried about new places, so he needs to go slowly.

Albert's foster home is also occupied by a feisty Min Pin/Chihuahua mix, and Albert gets along well with him. They don't play, but they don't cause each other any trouble either. So far he has shown only very rare and short-lived interest in any toys. He has been fine when left in the house, with backyard access; he generally just rests beneath a desk.

Albert is an intelligent dog who is very friendly with his foster dad. As a people-oriented dog who has been through a lot of trauma, he needs a sheltered, nurturing, and consistent lifestyle, at least for now, in order to continue along the healing path that he's now on.

Albert came to POMDR from a local shelter after being held for several months in protective custody due to a neglect case

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

Barney is a 55 pound, 7-year-old Labrador/Shepherd/Chow mix with thick, long fur. He is an absolute joy. He is happy and friendly and has loves to go for walks, but does pull on the leash. He is fine with other dogs of all sizes. He needs to be in a home without kitties though.

Barney came to us from Sammie's Friends Rescue in Grass Valley. He had been there for nine months. He was well cared for and loved there, but the volunteers felt bad that he was living out his life in a kennel environment and wanted a better quality of life for him. He was passed up for adoption over and over because of his age.

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

Gizmo is a 12 year old Terrier/Poodle mix weighing 13 pounds. He was picked up as a skinny stray with skin issues and a cough. Although there were two phone numbers on his collar, neither party claimed him when contacted. He's now in a loving foster home and getting good health care so he's on his way to a happier life.

Gizmo is crate trained, nearly house trained, and will play with toys. He walks nicely on leash, gets along with other dogs, and is a calm guy. He's currently living with a large dog. Gizmo is hearing impaired but does have great vision.

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

Maeby is a 7 pound, 6-year-old Chihuahua mix. She's a bit shy with new people but warms up quickly. She will walk up very slowly to a new person, but then allows them to pet her, and in turn she gives them kisses. She does the same with children.

Maeby is fine with meeting new dogs unless they are too rambunctious, in which case she worries. She walks very well on a leash in familiar places. In new or very busy places she can get spooked and try to pull to somewhere that looks safe. Her foster family is working on this.

Maeby can walk happily for miles, but at home she's very mellow, spending much of her time napping or sitting in laps. She gets along very well with the other dogs in her foster home. They don't play often but they hang out together. She overcame some initial nervousness with the household cats to the point where she now ignores them unless they are too persistent about pestering her.

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

Jonah is a 13 pound, 6-year-old Miniature Poodle. He enjoys meeting new people, and will come closer for attention. He likes to be petted gently. Once he has established trust with you, he likes to be picked up and held.

Jonah walks nicely on the leash, though he sometimes pulls and barks at other dogs along the way. When he gets back home he is ready to rest. He is living with three other dogs and gets along fine with them. He likes to follow his foster brothers around, and sometimes wants to play with them. More often he plays with squeaky toys and rolls around on his back.

At his foster home, he is left behind a baby gate in the kitchen. He gets a treat when left, and that's just fine with him. He rides quietly in the car. He is working on his crate training and is also working on his house training.

His foster mom says: "Jonah is an affectionate and loving little guy. He has a joyful personality. He is eager to learn. Jonah is a happy little guy who loves to snuggle."

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

Rocky is a 62 pound, 10-year-old Lab/Shepherd mix. He is a happy, bouncy, well-mannered guy, with a loving and boisterous spirit. He loves people, including kids, and will go up to any new person, tail a-wagging. He sometimes has a short attention span and will move on if a lot of things are going on. Then other times he will lean up against someone he has just met to be petted some more. At an adoption event, he sat or stood while a baby crawled around him and petted him. When he got tired of it, he slowly and gently backed away.

Rocky loves other dogs too. He gets along great with a cattle dog at his foster home. They greet each other with kisses, share dog beds, and play together. Every rare once in a while, he will get a little over exuberant and won't let up. The cattle dog will give a gentle warning growl, and Rocky will back off. When he meets new dogs, he usually politely sniffs, and sometimes wants to play, occasionally to the point of annoying the other dog. Rocky does not get along with cats and should be in a cat-free home.

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

Puppup is a 12-year-old Black Lab and Lulu is a 6-year-old Chihuahua/Dachshund mix. They are both sweet, fun, mellow dogs. They are devoted to each other, and we'd love for them to stay together.

Puppup loves her morning walks, pulling a little at first but then slowing to nice easy pace. If she meets another dog, she will politely sniff or just ignore it and keep going. Lulu loves her walks too, as long as she's with her best pal Puppup. She'll follow Puppup's lead in interacting with other dogs.

At home they both love to chew nylabones and they play with each other, which is very funny and sweet. They are fine being left home together, and they also both love car rides. Outdoors, Lulu is friendly with new people and Puppup is polite but not overly friendly. At home, Puppup will initially bark at a new person, but then will sniff politely and act a little shy. Lulu will bark protectively at the doorbell and then comically run away. The rest of the time Lulu rarely barks.

If you would like to meet Puppup and Lulu, fill out our online adoption application.

Moritz is a 28 pound, 11-year-old Wire-haired Dachshund. He has been well cared for and is in good health, but at his age he should not have to negotiate too many stairs in order to prevent back injury. He enjoys playtime, laying in the sun, and resting on the couch.

He is house trained, walks well on leash, and knows basic commands. He's friendly with other dogs, although sometimes cautious with larger dogs. He gets along well with adults and children, including babies, and is respectful of cats. Moritz is used to car trips around town. He can be left home alone for 4-6 hours, but prefers not to be alone. He enjoys several short walks daily.

His guardian says "Moritz has the greatest personality, character and wisdom. I have great hope that he'll find the perfect loving home."

Moritz's senior guardian surrendered him to POMDR as she can no longer care for him. He has been with her since he was a puppy.

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

Sadie is an 18 pound, 7-year-old black Pomeranian. She is very friendly with people and has been great with children 5 years and older. She is friendly with most other dogs (will growl at some), but will chase kitties.

Sophie is her daughter. She is a 16 pound, 4-year-old blonde Pomeranian/Spaniel mix. She is also very friendly with people and has been great with children 5 years and older. She is friendly with most other dogs (will growl at some). Like mother, like daughter, she might get excited and chase kitties.

They are both house trained and sleep through the night. Sadie is a kisser and a lap dog. Sophie reserves her kisses for special occasions, but is also very cuddly & likes to sleep with her person. Their foster says "They are very happy, devoted, well trained pups."

They came to POMDR after their guardian passed away. Ideally, they will be adopted together. They are bonded, sleep together, and have been together since Sophie was born.

If you would like to meet Sadie and Sophie, fill out our online adoption application.

Rudy is a 15 pound, 15-year-old Chihuahua mix. He is an easy going, well behaved mellow senior fellow. He doesn't pay attention to other dogs or cats.

Like many elderly dogs, Rudy is mostly blind and essentially deaf. He also has some arthritis, and can't navigate stairs without assistance. He walks slowly but well on a leash, and he enjoys a leisurely stroll with lots of sniffing.

Rudy is a gentle soul but due to his blindness, and possibly the pain of some infected teeth, he sometimes reacts if someone tries to touch him around his head. His dentistry has now been completed, and we hope that as he heals he will be less reactive.

Rudy spends most of his time contentedly sleeping. At night he likes to snuggle up next to a person. He deserves to spend his remaining time with a loving, patient home.

Rudy was surrendered to POMDR when his elderly guardian became ill and could no longer care for him.

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

Zoey, also affectionately called Zo-zo, is a 7 pound, 5-year-old Pug/Chihuahua mix. She's a very sweet and affectionate dog who likes to cuddle. She loves to be held like a baby while someone is singing "rocky baby" to her - she'll fall asleep. She's very good with other dogs. She hasn't been around cats, but has such a mellow, easy going personality, she would probably do just fine with cats. She enjoys people and children.

Zoey walks fine on leash, without pulling. She knows basic commands and is house trained.

She was surrendered, along with her half-brother Tucker who is also on our website, after one of her guardians passed away. Zoey and Tucker would love to be adopted together.

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

Tucker, also affectionately called Tuna, is a 13 pound, 5-year-old Pug/Chihuahua mix. He's a very friendly and affectionate dog who likes to give kisses. He's good with other dogs. He hasn't been around cats. He loves people and children.

Tucker walks well on leash. He knows basic commands and is house trained. He's a very sweet, energetic and super happy guy who enjoys being around people.

He was surrendered, along with his half-sister Zoey (also on our website), after one of his guardians passed away. Tucker and Zoey would love to be adopted together.

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

Linus is a 29 pound, 7-year-old Cocker Spaniel. He is a love bug of a dog; he adores affection and leans into it big time. He is a snuggly guy who sleeps contentedly at your feet. He especially loves to have his belly rubbed and it's easy to rub his belly because he often lays around with his paws in the air, just inviting a scritch on his belly. He is reliably housetrained. He is visually-impaired from cataracts and glaucoma (he gets eye drops multiple times a day and will be having his right eye removed, as it is nonvisual and has glaucoma). He can see shadows and light from his left eye. Even with his vision loss, he adapts quickly to new surroundings and is confident about getting around.

Linus loves to ride in the car and go for walks but he does pull and he does need close supervision, as he will run into things and stumble into holes/off of curbs, etc He does not seem to have had any basic obedience skills instilled but he learns things very quickly and will be a great student.

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

Gidget is a 19 pound, 10-year-old Cockapoo/Terrier mix. She is friendly and polite when meeting dogs; she wags her tail and is quite relaxed about being sniffed. She seems to prefer big dogs. She is gentle when meeting new people. She walks very well on a leash, not pulling or lagging behind. She would prefer to stop and sniff and explore, but she moves right along if directed.

Gidget is a quiet girl who hasn't yet barked at her foster home. She's calm and relaxed in the car, and not anxious when left alone. If she knows you are nearby, she will try to come visit. She hasn't shown any interest in toys. As with many senior dogs, her hearing and eyesight aren't what they used to be.

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

Dutch aka Butch is a 14-year-old, 16 pound Standard Dachshund. He is a very sweet dog. His foster home has three other dogs, and he gets along wonderfully with them. He doesn't play, but he hangs out with them. He spends time with one of them on the sofa, where they groom each other.

Dutch is happy sleeping in a car or being left at home (where he will most often also be sleeping). He still shows the true temperament of a Dachshund. When he has finished eating or does not like his food, he flips the bowl over. He barks when he needs to go outside or if he feels that his foster mom is too slow delivering his food.

Dutch is bright eyed and alert for his age, but he is experiencing pain in one shoulder and is having trouble getting around. He is seeing a veterinary specialist about this, and we should know more about what's going on soon.

Butch came to POMDR when his guardian was ill and could no longer care for him.

If you would like to meet Dutch aka Butch, fill out our online adoption application.

Hannah is a 4 pound, 9-year-old Chihuahua. She is a delicate little girl with bad knees so would do best in a home where she doesn't have to maneuver stairs. She is a total love with people she knows, but is shy with new people. She is being fostered with a 4 year old child and adores her. She loves to go on walks, as long as most of the time she is in your arms or in a shoulder bag. She will walk nicely (but very slowly) on a leash for a little while.

Hannah is not interested in other dogs, and will ignore them unless they are too nosy, in which case she will try to hide behind her person. She hasn't shown any interest in playing with other dogs, people, or toys, but she does cutely play with her food.

Hannah has no problem being left home. She is quiet, curls up in a bed, and goes to sleep. When her person comes home, she will let out a little crying noise or tiny bark to express her happiness. She doesn't bark at other times. Hannah has some problems with depth perception and peripheral vision so sometimes will bump into things. She is a great car rider. She likes to be in the front passenger seat in her doggie car seat.

Snickers is a 16 pound, 9-year-old Shih Tzu mix. He had glaucoma and detached retinas in both eyes and had to have both eyes removed. He recovered quickly and gets around amazingly well. He's adjusted to using the stairs at his foster's, as well as jumping up on furniture and into laps. Snickers is a very sweet, mellow dog who is interested and friendly with people, including kids. Despite his blindness, he loves to go for walks and will try to leave his yard and mosey around so his new home must have a secure fence.... especially "under" the fence.

He is great with other dogs, and sniffs and wags his tail when he meets them. He rides well in a car and has been on 8-hour trips. He barks to announce visitors, and then is a friendly host. He is interested in cats as a novelty, but is not aggressive. Snickers knows some basic commands and is house trained once he knows his way around. To know Snickers is to love him, but you have to quietly appreciate him as he's never over the top about anything. He's an easy keeper with a droll personality.

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

Toby is a 14 pound, 7-year-old Maltese mix. He is an all around wonderful dog who is great with meeting new people, and new dogs. When he meets a new dog, he will politely sniff and then move on. He is respectful of cats.

Toby walks nicely on a leash and knows basic commands. He's happy with long or short walks. He likes to play with squeaky toys and throw toys.

Toby is most interested in being with his person. He enjoys riding in the car and is a perfect gentleman out and about town. He is a great lap dog and a great nighttime snuggler. He will sleep the night through and not get up until his person does.

Toby loves attention but is also willing to just lie by your side peacefully. At home, when he's not otherwise engaged.

Peyton is a 61 pound, 5-year-old McNab mix (a breed similar to Border Collie). She does not have a tail. She is an athletic dog who needs to be with an active person or family; she would do great with someone who walked or hiked every day. She likes the beach and is not afraid of the water.

Even though Peyton has a lot of energy, she is calm and mellow in the house. She is polite, does not get on the furniture, and loves her bed. She loves to be with people. She's pretty quiet, barking at appropriate times to outside noises and people at the door, and sometimes if she wants to play or is excited about her meal. She is interested in the dog-savvy cat at her foster home but leaves her alone.

Peyton loves to play ball; she's very good at chasing and retrieving. She also likes her squeaky toys. When her foster people are done playing and put the toys away, Peyton understands that the game is over and doesn't pester. She is also happy to entertain herself with a chew toy.

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

Hank is a 17 pound, 9 year old chi-weenie with a dash of terrier mix. He was found as a stray on the streets of Salinas. His big, expressive eyes say there is a story here. Don't you just wish he could tell us?

Always ready for a brisk walk around the neighborhood, along the beach, or a nice car ride followed by a cuddle and kisses on the sofa after a long day of exploring. Hank's tail never stops wagging. He is a happy, sweet boy looking for his forever home.

Hank gets along with other dogs, big or small, but enjoys the company of humans the most, also big or small. Gentle hands please, though, due to a sore back he had when he first came in to our care. Better now, Hank takes a little doggie NSAID for this. No problem, he even likes the taste! Otherwise, Hank is a healthy boy with the energy and attitude of a younger dog.

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

Sadie is an 11 year old, 55 pound smooth coated Collie. She is an absolute doll. She is a loving, affectionate girl. She is very outgoing, LOVES people, and enjoys going on excursions and walks. She doesn't really play with toys but loves her special treats and she really loves water and the ocean. She's very easy, house trained, and knows commands.

Sadie has a little arthritis and uses steps or a ramp to get into her foster's SUV. At home she likes to hang out on her soft cushy bed, and sometimes the couch. She barks to come in if she is left in the yard too long. When at home, she prefers to be indoors.

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

Bart (gray) and Biggie (tan) are 10 pound, 8-year-old terrier mixes. They are a bonded brother and sister and we would love for them to be adopted together. They play with each other all the time, and hang out right next to each other or at least nearby. They are both sometimes a little shy when they first meet people, but then are very friendly and playful. They are fine with other dogs they meet. Biggie mostly ignores them, while Bart sometimes wants to make friends.

They walk well on leash, though Biggie pulls a little and needs a well-fitted harness. At home they like to play with stuffed dog toys. Bart also likes Kongs, while Biggie enjoys pulling a blanket off her bed and playing with that.

If you would like to meet Bart and Biggie, fill out our online adoption application.

Lenny aka Lennon is a 14 pound, 6-year-old Tibetan Spaniel. He is super sweet with people he bonds to; he prefers being right by your side (if not actually lying on your feet) and wants to go wherever you go. Lenny is a bit of a lady's man. He loves women right away, but is scared of most (but not all) men at first. He will warm up to them eventually if given the chance to do so on his own terms.

Lenny walks okay on a leash, but tends to get tangled up if you're not careful. He is still getting used to noises and other dogs out in the world.

Lenny loves to chase down any toy you throw, though he's not so interested in bringing them back. He enjoys playing with other dogs as long as he gets to be in charge. Because of his somewhat pushy personality, he would do best in a home where he's the only dog or he's with a submissive dog. He likes to chase a pet bunny at his foster home, but if the bunny approaches him and doesn't run away, he's fine with her. We're not sure how he is with cats.

If you would like to meet Lenny aka Lennon, fill out our online adoption application.

Penny is a 35 pound, 6-year-old purebred Sharpei. She can be a little worried (sometimes barks) when meeting new people, but is very nice to them once introduced. She loves to be around the people she knows well and would prefer a home where she isn't left alone too much of the time. She loves interaction and cutely groans and moans when she is happy or wants more attention.

Penny just loves her walks and hikes. She needs regular long walks, preferably every day. If she gets a long walk, then she'll be calm for hours. If not, she has a lot of spare energy and she'll find a way to use it. When she meets other dogs, she often ignores them because she is so busy walking, but sometimes wants to give them a sniff.

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

Hollis is a 12 pound, 10-year-old Dachshund mix. He is an easy- going, happy, friendly dog. He is calm and gentle and wants to please. Nothing makes him happier than to cuddle up in your arms. He makes friends wherever he goes because of his exceptional demeanor.

Hollis has gotten along well with all the people and dogs he has met in his foster home, and he enjoys going for walks.

Hollis is 95% house trained. He doesn't need to be crated at night as long as he goes before he settles in for the night. He also doesn't need to be crated during the day if he's left alone for no more than 4 hours or so. He is fine being crated in a large crate. There is a good chance he lived most of his life outdoors, but much prefers to be indoors in a warm bed. Whoever adopted Hollis will be rewarded with a close bond to a gentle, loving soul.

Hollis came to POMDR from the Hollister Animal Shelter after being left in their night drop box. We don't know why he was given up.

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

Chloe is a 15 pound, 13-year-old poodle. She is an adorable, loving dog, who will happily kiss strangers and loves to sit on anyone's lap. She schmoozes with everyone she meets, wanting them to tell her that she's super-cute, and is adored everywhere she goes. She's friendly with other dogs, and enjoys romping with them at the beach. She keeps her distance from loud, rambunctious children.

Chloe loves her walks and loves to go to the beach, but when it's time for mom to work Chloe curls up in her basket and sleeps and is happy to wait until the next play time.

Parky is a 60 pound, 11-year-old Border Collie mix. He is extremely well-mannered, and is very good with strangers, including kids. He walks easily on a leash and calmly greets other dogs. His foster home has two small dogs, and they all enjoy each other's company, though Parky isn't interested in playing with them. He does enjoy some playing with his person, though. He lives harmoniously with cats and chickens.

Like many older dogs, Parky is somewhat hard of hearing. He is still plenty active for a senior and likes to go on walks and run around in a dog park. He is a quiet guy who only barks when he needs to be taken out to do his business. He rides quietly in a car.

Parky came to us when his family could no longer care for him. He was adopted earlier this year, but the family he is with can't spend enough time with him so he is looking for a new home again.

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

Cowboy is a 15 pound, 16-year-old Dachshund. He's a mature, easygoing dog, with an almost cat-like personality, approaching you when he wants attention and to be petted. He enjoys napping and calm, gentle interactions with people.

Cowboy typically ignores dogs he meets outside on his leisurely walks. At his foster home, he gets along well with three other Dachshunds, a Corgi, and a pair of Malteses. He sometimes chases them around playfully, but usually supervises the other dogs with tail-wagging and barking as they chase each other. He would probably get along with any smallish dogs. He has even slept with a bunny that thinks it's a dog.

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

Stewart is a 10 pound, 11-year-old Chihuahua/Dachshund mix. He's a mellow old gentleman who enjoys the company of other dogs and people. He can be a little shy when first meeting someone, but is curious and soon wants attention. He walks very well on a leash, politely sniffing dogs that he meets. He's happy to be carried, also. Stewart rarely if ever barks or whines.

Stewart does very well in the car. His preferred position is in a passenger's lap. He enjoys looking out the windows too. At home he is calm and quiet and will follow you around both inside and outside when he's not enjoying a nap. He doesn't seem to be interested in toys. He would do great living with other dogs.

Stewart is house trained and very easy to deal with. He is very healthy overall, but he does have a chronic skin condition and needs medicated baths every week or two for the time being.

Stewart came to POMDR from Salinas Animal Services after coming in as a stray.

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

Hearty is a 71 pound, 12-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer. She gets along fine with other dogs and people, including kids. She is curious about strangers and wants to sniff them, and is always happy to let them pet her. She does okay with dog-savvy cats.

Hearty's energy level varies. It's strong at the beginning of a walk, when she's eager to go, but she soon settles down and is a calm girl on the way back home. At home she is quite mellow. She gets along well with the other dog at her foster home but neither of them is interested in playing.

Hearty is happy to join in if another dog is barking, and sometimes starts the conversation herself. When she knows she's being left at home, she'll usually bark for a bit before settling down somewhere. She also barks when excited for food or a walk, and even joins in with cheering sports fans when appropriate.

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

Annie is a 7 pound, 10-year-old Chihuahua mix. She is a true velcro dog who follows her foster mom all around the house, and is happiest curled up in her person's lap. She is a bit wary of strangers at first, though never aggressive. Then she is friendly and affectionate once she gets to know someone. Annie is house trained, crate trained and lives peacefully with other dogs in her foster home. She doesn't play with them, but she does like to check out what they're doing.

Annie's gait is a bit stiff and bowlegged, but it doesn't slow her down! She loves taking walks around the neighborhood and will walk a mile at a moderate pace and even longer at a slower pace. Annie would be fine with non-rowdy companion dogs, but would also be happy as an only dog where she could be the center of attention.

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

Mr. Wilson is an 18 pound, 10-year-old Dachshund. He is a well-behaved gentle soul who is very sweet and eager to please. He is friendly with people of all ages, and politely waits to be petted while wagging his tail. He will occasionally run around for a little while if encouraged to play, but he's equally happy snuggling on the nearest lap. Mr.Wilson doesn't bark much and even ignored fireworks on New Year's Eve.

Mr. Wilson is friendly but never pushy with the dogs he meets. At his foster home he hangs out with the other dogs, and sometimes curls up with them. They don't play together but the other dogs are older and not interested in playing. Maybe he'd play with the right dog.

Mr. Wilson has only two teeth left but that does not faze him one bit, and it gives him a funny, endearing smile. He eats soaked kibble and is darn good at it, too. He walks very nicely on a leash and loves riding in the car. He is crate trained and house trained; he knows how to use a doggy door and he knows how to use potty pads. Also, he is proud of his ability to shake paws.

Mr. Wilson came from the Sacramento Animal Shelter after coming in as a stray.

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

Tiki is an adorable 5 pound, 10-year-old Pomeranian. She's a cuddly ball of fluffy cuteness! She's the best little lap dog you will ever meet and is always available for a snuggle. But she is also all dog, a tiny alpha doggie, charmingly bossy.

Tiki's cuteness is enhanced by her tongue's hanging out, because she has no teeth to hold it in. This is very common in tiny dogs whose teeth are very shallowly rooted. She eats just fine.

Tiki loves to go for a ride or a walk, but what with her old-doggie kneecaps, she doesn't get far on her own and tends to be carried most of the time. (Yet when she wants to, she runs like the wind.) When she is actually walking, she meets other dogs and people nicely. At the dog park, she bosses the big dogs around; she has gotten along fine with cats. Tiki cannot negotiate multiple steps/stairs; she can only handle a curb or one step. So a single story house would best accommodate her.

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

Moreno is a 5 pound, 10-year-old Chihuahua. He loves people and is gentle in his interactions with them. He is fine with kids who interact with him gently. He enjoys exploring the yard and is house trained. He currently lives in a multi-dog household, and has had no problems with the others. He also does well with cats. Moreno is learning to walk on leash, is fine when you carry him, and will stay close when he's off leash.

Moreno is a hardy boy, but mellow. Although he has only a few teeth, he still likes to chew on a bone and will sometimes spin and jump when it's meal time. Moreno most enjoys being with people, and likes to be in your lap. He does fine when left alone. He's also a good traveler who does well in the car. He's a cute boy who wants nothing more than to be in your arms.

He is a natural therapy dog and recently brightened the lives of some seniors in assisted living when he paid them a visit.

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

Tiny is a 6 pound, 6-year-old Chihuahua. He does great when meeting dogs, politely sniffing. He has been around both large and small dogs without a problem. He is learning quickly to walk nicely on a leash, without pulling or veering.

Tiny was very fearful after being picked up as a stray, but has come a long way and will no doubt continue to improve. He is still careful around new people and busy situations, but he quickly learned to trust his foster mom and he now loves to be held, cuddled, and have his belly rubbed.

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

Tudor is a 21 pound, 20-year-old Rat Terrier. He is a handsome and dignified senior dog who must have been quite the looker in his youth. He's timid when he first meets people, but eventually warms up and likes to be around them. His eyesight is failing so he appreciates it if strangers and small children approach him slowly.

Tudor had been living mostly outdoors, and is starting to get used to the comforts of a home. He has discovered the joys of comfortable indoor dog beds, and gentle skritches under the chin.

Tudor is a gentle dog who enjoys leisurely walks, where he gets to carefully sniff everything. He shows the most emotion when meeting dogs; his tail gives a happy wag and sometimes he'll even do a little play bow. He doesn't bother cats.

Tudor's guardian passed away and the family surrendered him to POMDR so he could have a caring home for his last years.

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

Bogie is an Italian Greyhound/Terrier mix weighing 11 pounds. The vet estimates him to be 4 years old even though his face "looks older". He's an active, friendly guy with a great smile. He is great with all people, including children.

Bogie is really into his toys: he will toss a toy for himself, and chew on squeaky toys, and wrestle with Kong toys. He loves to zoom around and play with his toys. He likes to curl up in a dog bed with all his toys around him.

Bogie has a good amount of energy and benefits from good long walks. He can walk nicely on the leash, but he does react to some dogs walking by. He can be calm and interested, or excited and barking. Not sure why yet what makes the difference. He could benefit from more training to help with his manners with other dogs. He would probably do best as an only dog or with a mellow female dog. And he would like to live in a home that has a yard for him to explore.

Bogie came to POMDR from Salinas Animal Services where he came in as a stray

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

Dundee is a 15 pound, 14-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.

Dundee is great with other dogs, but of course needs to be with dogs who are tolerant if he accidentally bumps into them. He is a very clever dog and quickly learns to navigate in new surroundings. He's a beautiful, affectionate little dog who deserves a comfortable, loving home.

Dundee came to POMDR from the Humane Society of Silicon Valley. Due to his age and impaired vision he was not a candidate for adoption there.

If you would like to meet Dundee, 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.

Hannah is an 88 pound, 12-year-old Boxer-Rhodesian Ridgeback (maybe) mix. She has a lovely temperament - very gentle and sweet with people. She will give one bark and respond excitedly once greeted. She loves kids and can easily be walked by one. And what a great old dog face!

Hannah is great at meeting other dogs. She will sniff politely and enjoy playing around, if the other dog is interested. If not, she will just keep on walking. She might prefer to live in a home where she's the only dog. She does chase cats.

Hannah is house broken and knows how to use a doggie door. She sleeps very well in her kennel all night long, with no fuss. She loves walks and she loves to play fetch for as long as you will throw the ball. She knows her name, comes when called, sits, and shakes.

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

Jasmine is a 10-year-old, 6-pound dainty Chihuahua. She has a happy personality. She loves to go for walks and car rides, and loves to sleep under the blankets. She gets along well with other dogs both big and small, and sometimes plays with her foster brother who is a puppy. Once she gets to know you, she likes to snuggle up on your lap. Jasmine is currently house trained to use an open door to access the back yard.

Jasmine came to us when her guardian was hospitalized and could no longer care for her.

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

Dixie is a 23 pound, 10-year-old cuddly Cockapoo. She is a peppy little senior gal that loves attention and really thrives on human contact. She is on the timid side when meeting new people; she takes her time and then slowly warms up to them. Dixie's sight is impaired which may explain her timidity.

Dixie ignored the cat at the shelter, but was curious about the cats she lived with for awhile. She wanted to play with them but they did not feel the same way. She has lived with dogs, too. She hasn't shown interest in toys.

When walking on a leash, she doesn't pull, but she wanders in all directions. She never runs unless encouraged to do so. When she gets excited in the house, she does have accidents. This can likely be corrected with training. She whines a little when separated from her foster, but quiets down eventually.

Her foster mom says "Dixie loves to take car trips. She doesn't act her age. Minus the cataracts, you wouldn't know she was about 12. She acts younger -- bouncy, and happy!"

Dixie came to us as a stray from Salinas Animal Services.

Lolly is a 14 pound, 12-year-old Chihuahua. She has a tolerant, friendly, mellow personality. She enjoys a nice slow walk where she has good smelling opportunities. She is happy to let gentle strangers pet her.

Lolly basically ignores other dogs that she meets while walking, and other dogs and cats at her foster home. She loves to hang out near her foster mom and get petted, preferably on her lap or next to her on the couch. She plays with her foster mom with rope toys and fabric toys. She is great about sleeping all night in her dog bed.

Lolly paces a bit in the car before settling down, but doesn't bark or whine. At home she can be vocal when she knows her foster people are near and can't get to them, but seems to be quiet if they are not nearby.

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.

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.

Her foster mom says "She is the sweetest dog with heart-melting brown eyes." She deserves a peaceful, loving home to enjoy her remaining years.

Suzi came to us when her 102-year-old guardian went into a nursing home.

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

Troy is a 10 pound, 8-year-old Chihuahua mix. He is friendly and confident with people that he knows. He has a lively personality, but also sleeps a lot when by himself, so he's not "always on". He is a little leery of some men, but not all. After perhaps some initial barking, he is often disinterested in new people, though sometimes stays around them for a while looking for attention.

Troy tends to bark at new dogs, particularly large ones, and stay away from them. However, his fellow foster dog is a polite sniffer, and Troy is starting to follow his lead. At home he doesn't play with his fellow dog, but he does like to goof around with his foster mom. He doesn't seem interested in toys. He has chased cats.

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.

If you would like to meet Troy, 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. She ignores cats.

Princess has adorable white markings down her back and has white "socks" on with little tan speckles. She is a sweet little gal who will make someone a nice companion.

Princess was adopted in 2011 from POMDR, but one of her guardians passed away and the surviving spouse can no longer care for her.

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.

Pepper has a heart condition and is at risk of sudden death from a rupture. He needs a peaceful place to curl up in a comfortable bed and feel secure and loved in his golden years no matter how much longer he has.

Pepper came to POMDR when his guardian passed away. He had been in the same loving home for 17 years.

If you would like to meet Pepper Lhasa, 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.

At home, he is sweet and mellow. He doesn't play with squeaky toys or chew toys or balls; he just wants to hang around his favorite people. He would probably be happiest in a home where he is not left alone for long periods of time, since he really wants to be where his people are. He is vision impaired due to retinal atrophy, but at his last vet visit the disease had not progressed and he still has sight.

Rusty came to us from Salinas Animal Services after coming in as a stray. He had a microchip, but all attempts to contact his previous guardians were met with no response.

If you would like to meet Rusty, 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.

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.