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Marty

Quick Facts Breed: German Shepherd Dog/Husky Mix Gender: Male, neutered Age: 1 year old Size: 55-65 pounds Good with… Dogs? Yes! Cats? Unknown Kids? Best with older, respectful children (12+) Hello! My name is Marty, and while I may be a little shy at first, I’m a smart, sweet, and loyal boy who loves my people with my whole heart! History Marty was born in his current home and has spent his entire life growing up alongside his siblings. Being raised with his littermates has helped him develop strong social skills with other dogs, and he enjoys canine companionship. As he’s matured into adulthood, he’s continued to show what a gentle, intelligent, and loving dog he is. Marty has always been on the shy side and tends to approach new people and situations cautiously (and sometimes with some barking!). While he may need some time to feel comfortable, once he…

Staying: Beasley

Quick Facts: Breed: German Shorthaired Pointer (purebred) Gender: Male, neutered Age: 6 years old Size: 55-60 pounds Good with… Dogs? Yes! Cats? Sorry, no. Kids? Yes! Very patient with little ones, but am excited and enthusiastic and can accidentally knock them over, so best in a home with kids 6+. Would love to play with older kids all day! Hello! My name is Beasley and I am a German Shorthaired Pointer who loves humans and the outdoors. History and Why I am Considering a New Home I was born in Ohio and adopted by my Ithaca area family as a puppy. My loving family have been my wonderful world for the past six years. My first three years of life, I was an only “child” and my parents had ample time to do loads of fun outdoor activities with me like hiking, kayaking, running, camping and road tripping. We spent…

Aurora

Quick Facts Breed: St. Croix Island Dog! (black with white markings) Gender: Female, spayed Age: 2 years old Size: 45 pounds Good with… Dogs? Yes! Cats? Will chase but does not show signs of being a cat eater! Kids? Yes, 8+! Chickens/Birds? Does not show interest in ducks/geese when on walks, has not been introduced to chickens Prey Drive Seems low, does not show interest in squirrels, not concerned with horses at current foster home History Aurora was living in St. Croix, tied outdoors with limited care. Her owners wanted a better life for her so surrendered her to law enforcement who transferred her to the wonderful St. Croix Rescue “Ruff Start STX” where her physical and emotional journey to health began! After receiving basic vet care there, she took 2 airplane flights, a very long van transport and then another long car ride and finally arrived to her foster…

Adopted: Hank

Quick Facts: Breed: American English Coonhound mix Gender: male, neutered Age: 15 months Size: 53 pounds Good with… Dogs? Yes! Cats? No Kids? Yes! Hello! My name is Hank and I am a cheerful, handsome, bouncy hound mix who also loves a good snuggle. History Hank was fostered in central New York, then adopted to a family near Columbus, OH in the spring of 2025. His OH family is embracing big life changes, so Hank was looking for a new home when he returned to the Ithaca, NY area in December of 2025. He had always lived with other dogs, and this was to be his first home without a dog buddy. We had hoped cats would be an ok substitute. Unfortunately, upon his arrival to his new home, Hank learned that he doesn’t want to live with cats. Because of very tight quarters, managing his relationship to the OG…

Emmy

Quick Facts: Breed: Husky Gender: Female, spayed Age: 8 years old and very spry! Size: 47 pounds Good with… Dogs? Yes! Cats? Nope, sorry. Kids? Yes! 6+ years Hello! My name is Emmy and outdoor adventures are my favorite!! History/ Why I am looking for a new home Since puppyhood, Emmy and her owner have shared long daily walks and adventures together, but an unexpected health condition for her owner makes it impossible for her to continue providing care for Emmy. Friends of the owner, we have taken Emmy into our home with our 2 dogs and cats and 2 kids, until a new wonderful well-matched person or family can be found to provide Emmy with the deep level of love, devotion and care that she deserves! Personality I’m a very, very sweet girl! I love people and love exploring the world with my people! As is a husky trait,…

Adopted: Juno

Quick Facts: Breed: Husky Gender: Female, spayed Age: 2 years, 10 months Size: 50 pounds Good with… Dogs? Yes! Loves to say hi, play, initiate tug-tug, chase, and wrestle! Cats? Yes! Pretty mellow with them & cats comfortable with her! Kids? Yes! Friendly with everyone! History Juno’s was originally adopted from a breeder near Utica, NY, by a young couple. She did great with them. They had a baby a few years later, and found that there were not enough hours in the day to care for a baby and a young husky. As friends of the family, my partner and I took a chance adopting Juno into our established pack of two dogs (a male husky and a female pitbull and two indoor/outdoor cats. Coming home with us, Juno quickly adjusted to new routines, with slower mornings, walking with two other dogs, and having ample free time in a…

Adopted: Zazu

Breed: Pitbull mix Gender: Female, spayed Age: 5 year old Size: 50 pounds Good with… Dogs? No small dogs…big dogs are a maybe! Cats? Sorry, nope Kids? Yes, 12+! My name is Zazu, and I am a sweet, snuggly girl with a heart (and eyes) of gold! History I came to Ithaca, NY from a shelter in Virginia in 2020. My original owner kept me in single rooms in shared rentals, where I didn’t always have the space or socialization I needed. Since then, my owner has left the country and left me with my foster family. My foster family has known me for the past five years, but this is my first time living with them full-time. Personality I’m a sweet, affectionate girl with a big personality! I am a very expressive girl, and wear many of my emotions on my face. You will see me respond to all…

Amelia

Breed: Pitbull/German Shepard mix Gender: Female, spayed Age: 6 months old Size: 40+ pounds Good with… Dogs? Yes! Cats? Yes! Kids? 8+ Amelia is a sweet and spirited pup who’s been thriving with her foster family since mid-June. She is being fostered through Stay Wild Rescue out of Trumansburg. She is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations. **Ameliia is not a CDR dog and he has not been evaluated by CDR. She is a courtesy posting for Stay Wild Rescue.** Amelia is full of puppy energy and loves romping around with her foster brother and making new dog friends. She has good interactions with kids and has shown good signs around cats (not fostered in a home with cats). Amelia lives for chew toys and tug; she is also a responsive listener when it’s time to move on to the next activity. When she’s not playing, Amelia enjoys…

Adopted: Peanut

Quick Facts: Breed: English bulldog Gender: Male, neutered Age: 9 months old Size: 27 pounds but very underweight, will weigh 40+ pounds when healthy and full grown Good with… Dogs? Yes!!!! Love ‘em! Cats? Probably! (see Cohabitation section below) Kids? Not tested, probably 10+ Hi my name is Peanut and I am the bestest pup around! History Peanut had two previous owners who weren’t able to take care of him properly. He came to his foster home extremely underweight, and his foster parents in consultation with veterinarians are all happily working to get the meat on his bones that he sorely needs! Personality Peanut is such a sweet boy! He is VERY affectionate! He is over the moon/overjoyed in the most pure and heartbreakingly sweet way to be your friend! He loves to snuggle with you, gives kisses/licks, and will be your new little happy, curious shadow– anywhere you go,…

Adopted: Ben

Quick Facts: Breed: Blue Heeler mix Gender: Male Age: 4 months old Size: ? pounds Good with… Dogs? Yes! Cats? Yes! Kids? Yes! Ben is a completely adorable four month-old, very friendly, very lovable Blue Heeler mix. Personality He is sweet, bouncy, and brilliantly smart! He is emblematic of his breed with a keen, curious intelligence. He adorably cocks his head and looks with a questioning expression when he encounters new things! He is a fast learner, which is wonderful and makes working with him so much fun, but because he is so smart, he can get easily bored, so he needs people who really like to interact and with whom he will get both mental and physical stimulation. History He was passed between a few well-meaning but inexperienced people, and that was tough on him. He needs stability, patience, gentleness, and love. He would be so over the moon…

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