Adoptable GHR Dog Profiles
If you have room in your home and heart for any of these pooches,
please submit our Pre-Adoption Application
or our Foster Application
Toby
Meet Toby – A Noble Soul Ready for His Forever Home
After five weeks in a professional board and training program, Toby has truly blossomed into a happy, eager-to-please companion. With his regal demeanor and loving personality, Toby is a smart, cuddly dog who shows deep respect for his caretakers.
He loves going on walks, learns quickly, and especially enjoys affection from people. During his training, Toby has not only gained valuable skills but also discovered how to enjoy life as a dog. Now, he’s ready to settle into his well-earned retirement home.
To ensure a smooth transition, Toby’s integration into a new home will follow a clear, structured protocol led by his trainer. While we're unsure how he would do with small dogs or cats, he does well with large, calm dogs.
Toby is looking for a home where he can continue to thrive — could that be with you?
Milo
Milo is in a board and training program with Valor K9
Academy. When we pulled Milo from Downey shelter in November 2024, he was isolated from other dogs and the public for approximately two months. We quickly learned that Milo suffered from extreme separation anxiety, especially in any type of confined area and also struggled with resource guarding, which escalated to biting. Milo has made tremendous progress since we pulled him from the shelter and placed him in training. We are so proud of him and love this boy so much.
Milo’s ideal owner is:
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Calm, confident, and assertive
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Understands dog behavior and knows when to step in and give a correction (of course we’ll help with this, but a natural ability to ‘trust your gut’ will help!)
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Wants to give Milo leadership
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Has no other dogs or a dog that’s calm-assertive and not insecure
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Has no kids or is willing to crate him when grandkids come over
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Enjoys long walks or hikes in the woods so Milo can get exercise and be a happy, fulfilled dog
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Milo is doing really well with new handlers, around new dogs, with food, and more!
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Two Bit
While he may be timid when you initially meet him, Two Bit is a true, loyal friend who wants a family to call his own.
Two Bit was brought to our attention after a good Samaritan found him waiting outside the door of an empty motel room. He was abandoned.
Thankfully, the good Samaritan brought him home and was able to reach out to us.
Although his face looks very much like a chihuahua, he is an interesting mix, weighing approximately 20 pounds with long legs. Two Bit is still pending medical work but appears to be healthy overall. He will need a dental and bloodwork before he's officially adopted.
Two Bit does well with other dogs and would do well in a home with another dog his size or smaller. He has made friends in his foster home and can be playful. He's excellent on a leash and loves to be near people. Two Bit is estimated to be between 10-12 years old.
Theo
After being rescued from a hoarding situation, Theo has warmed up quickly in his foster home! This little guy has so much personality! It’s wonderful watching him seek attention and wanting to cuddle. He is an adorable senior pup who is full of love and energy!
Theo has a lot of love to give, and he’s looking for a human companion who can give him the love and care he deserves. He is a smart and curious dog who can be playful but also enjoys a good snuggle on the couch. Theo enjoys walks but still needs training on how to walk on a leash.
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Theo’s echocardiogram showed that he is asymptomatic but has significant heart enlargement due to valve issues. He is on vet medin and furosemide to slow the onset of heart failure. He’ll need both medications for the rest of his life.
Valentine
Valentine is a very playful, high-energy puppy that loves people and other dogs. Her eagerness to please and intelligence makes her very trainable, and it helps that she is also food motivated. She loves fetch, squeaky toys, and showcasing the sticks she finds. She also does well on leash. This goofy girl would make a great family dog, adventure buddy, and companion to other playful pups.
Her background: Valentine was picked up as a stray in California. She is thought to be a German Shepherd mix with an estimated date of birth around April or May 2024. After the shelter treated her for a mite infection, her fur quickly grew back. The shelter employees adored her.
Ivan
Ivan is a 1.5-year-old sweetheart with a soft heart and a gentle soul. While he may be a bit shy and timid at first, give him a little time and patience, and you’ll see his true, loving personality shine through.
Ivan loves the company of other animals – dogs and cats alike – and would absolutely thrive in a home with a confident dog sibling to show him the ropes and be his playmate. He’s a playful pup at heart and really blossoms when he has a furry friend by his side.
Because of his shy nature, Ivan would do best in a quieter home without young children. He needs a calm, understanding environment where he can feel safe and build trust at his own pace.
If you’re looking for a loyal companion with a heart full of love, Ivan might just be your perfect match.
Honey
Meet Honey – The Sweetest Tripod You’ll Ever Snuggle!
Looking for a loyal couch companion with a heart of gold and a smile that’ll melt you?
Say hello to Honey, a 10-year-old “pocket pittie” who’s as sweet as her name suggests!
Honey may be missing a leg, but don’t let that fool you—this little powerhouse still has plenty of pep in her step! She loves to play with her doggy friends, hop up on the couch for prime cuddle time, and follow her favorite humans from room to room like the devoted little shadow she is.
Honey thrives in a calm, loving home, ideally with someone retired or working from home. She has a bit of separation anxiety (can you blame her? she just loves her people that much!), so she’d do best in a home where she’s not left alone for long stretches. Bonus points if there’s another friendly dog around—she loves having a canine buddy to keep her company. Plus, she has a soft spot for kitty cat friends too!
If you’re looking for a snuggle bug who will fill your home with love, loyalty, and the occasional happy hop, Honey’s your girl. Come meet her—you bring the couch; she’ll bring the cuddles!