Adopted: Henri

Hi, my name is Henri (I really like it spelled with an “i”), and I am an adorable, sweet, silly, funny, and happy boy! Quick Facts: Age: 2 years old Breed: Lab/Boxer mix Size: 67 pounds Gender: Male, neutered Good with… Dogs? Females only! Cats? Yes! Kids? 10+ years Henri’s owners really want to help potential adopters to get to know him and are very willing to meet applicants to help with introductions.  Henri is a bit of a shy dog right at first, but once you know him, his true, amazing personality comes out!! Personality: Hi everyone! I’m Henri! I’m an incredibly good-natured, generally mellow boy, who is also playful as a puppy! I love to play and I am really pretty goofy sometimes! When I am in a playful mood you can tell because I will throw my ball around for myself and flip my bed around and…

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Adopted: Kody

Hi everyone!! My name is Kody. I am a happy-go-lucky, lovin’ life kinda guy! Quick Facts: Breed: Bluetick Coonhound mix Gender: Male neutered Age: 4-5 years old Size: 50-60 lbs Good with… Dogs? Yes Cats? Maybe, see below Kids? Yes   ***Kody is not a CDR dog and has not been evaluated by CDR. To apply to adopt Kody, please email Erinn Wilks at Schoolhouse Rescue at Erinn Wilks agilitydogs23@outlook.com*** Notes: Doing very well with basic obedience training, is very good on a leash, needs help with housetraining, but I’m a very smart boy and promise to learn as quickly as I can! Medical: Has some hip dysplasia so needs a good diet (grain free is best), joint supplements, and controlled mild/moderate exercise (nothing too hard core). Personality: I love all people! I love any and all kinds of attention! I love it when you pet me, gently cuddle me,…

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Adopted: Yoda

We sorry, and saddened to report that Yoda has passed away. Quick Facts: Breed: Carolina dog x Kangaroo Mix (kidding!) Gender: Male neutered Age: 3 years old Size: 43 lbs Good with… Dogs? Usually, see below Cats? No Kids? 13+ Hi-hi- hi! I’m so excited to meet you! Background: I was found as a stray and landed in an over-crowded shelter in rural KY, where I became a staff favorite, because I was incredibly affectionate, had such zest for life, and unbridled enthusiasm!! Hearing such great reports, Cayuga Dog Rescue rescued me and I made my way up the Canine Underground Railroad (that’s a thing!) to get here and wiggle my way into more peoples’ hearts. I am so excited that they decided to save me—I love getting to know everyone, and really dig the toys, dog beds, and couches that I have been introduced to! It is all so…

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Adopted: Robby

Hello, my name is Robby! I am a very happy, loving, and active 1 year old male Terrier/Chihuahua mix. Quick Facts: Breed: Terrier/Chi mix (we think!) Gender: Male, neutered Age: 1 yr Size: 22 lbs Good with… Dogs? Yes, see below Cats? Maybe, see below Kids? YES! ***Robby is not a CDR dog and has not been evaluated by CDR. This is a courtesy posting for Robby’s parents, who will make all decisions about Robby’s placement. To apply for Robby, fill out an online adoption application and the rescue folks will forward it to my parents, who will be in touch!*** Background: My story is a typical one – I was born in the backwoods of Kentucky, and then was living life as a stray when I had an unfortunate meeting with a car, which left me with a broken leg.  Luckily, a kind rescue group found me, got me good…

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Adopted: Rooney

Hi, my name is Rooney! I’m a beautiful, loving, and incredibly affectionate and deeply sweet boy! Quick Facts: Breed: Border collie mix (maybe mixed with spaniel)! Gender: Male, neutered Age: 8 years old Size: 55 pounds Good with… Dogs? Dogs? Yes, see below Cats? Yes! I am incredibly gentle with cats. Kids? 12+ years Background I hail from Vestal, NY where I was adopted from the Humane Society into a wonderful family in 2011 when I was 1 year old. I was so grateful to them and when I met my doggy brother, a Lab, we ran and ran, it was so much fun! They had 4 cats and I was great with them all too! I wasn’t OK with strangers and other dogs, though–they made me very nervous. Once I got to know people, I felt comfortable around them. I went to doggie school and worked with a trainer…

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Adopted: Darwin

Hi hi! I am an enthusiastic ball of joy, looking for an active household with maybe a doggie playmate! Quick Facts: Breed: Terrier mix Gender: Male neutered Age: 2.5 year old Size: 15 lbs Good with… Dogs? Yes, see below Cats? Yes, see below Kids? Yes!   If you love the spirit and happiness of a Boston Terrier, Darwin could be the dog for you! If you are active and love to participate in dog sports – Agility…Flyball…Barn Hunt… Darwin is the dog that could bring home the ribbons! If you enjoy long runs (or walks) on trails and in the woods, this boy would be a great companion! If you enjoy a dog who loves being with people, Darwin is it! Energy and enthusiasm for life exudes from Darwin’s adorable being!! Long leash walks with his dog walker friend who visits him several times a week give Darwin the…

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Adopted: Rufus

My name is Rufus and I am an awesomely handsome, loving, playful, fluffy, fuzzy dog! Quick Facts: Breed: Golden Retriever/Australian Shepherd/Chow Gender: Male, neutered Age: 4 years old Size: 55 lbs Good with… People? Yes! Dogs? Yes! Cats? Yes! Kids? 12+ years Bonus: Completely housebroken! Background: I arrived for the first time in the CDR foster program 2 years ago (at age 2), after my owners split up. Those folks had kept me in a small fenced in outdoor kennel and gave me almost no attention, care, or training, which had been a very sad life for a happy, exuberant, loving, and active dog like me. Luckily, a lovely semi-retired couple adopted me from CDR and that’s where I have been for the past 2 years. They loved me a lot, took me to fun clicker training classes, got me a needed hip surgery, and helped me with all of…

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Adopted: Oreo

Our momma, Pearl gave birth to us February 6th!!! We are super adorable, very sweet little Chihuahua mix pups! Quick Facts: Breed: Chihuahua mix Gender: 2 Female Age: Puppies Size: Tiny Good with… Dogs? Yes! Cats? Yes! Kids? Yes! Oreo: female, black & white pup with a long tail Cookie: female, white with a few tan spots (like her momma), has a long tail We can be adopted out once we are fully weaned at around 8 weeks, which is soon, so CDR is accepting applications NOW!!   If you are interested in adopting Puppies, please fill out an online adoption application and live close to Ithaca , Syracuse, Binghamton, or Elmira. We do home visits on every applicant, and can’t do home visits where we don’t have local volunteers.

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Cooper

Hi! My name is Cooper, and I am a very sweet, affectionate, 1 1/2 year old, neutered male Great Pyrenees mix! Quick Fact Sheet: Age: 1 1/2 years old Breed: Great Pyrenees mix Gender: Male, neutered Size: about 70 pounds but needs to put on some weight Good with dogs: Yes! Good with cats? No! Barks and growls at them, not a good sign… Good with kids? Yes! Background: I come all the way from KY, where I was originally in a high-kill, very crowded shelter, and it’s a pretty amazing thing that I am alive right now. The shelter needed to make some space, so called their veterinarian to come and put to sleep those of us who had been there for a little while, but when the vet met me, she just couldn’t do it. I was too sweet, she thought, and far too friendly. So she called…

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ADOPTED: Grover

Male Great Pyrnees mix dog

Hi guys!! My name is Grover. I am a super happy, excited, curious, playful, friendly puppy looking for a home with people with big hearts!! I may only have three legs, but I am !SUPER GROVER! and am not letting it slow me down one bit! Let’s play! Quick Fact Sheet: Age: 9-10 months old Breed: Great Pyrenees mix Size: 45 pounds (tiny for a Great Pyr mix, but probably still growing some!) Good with dogs: Yeppers! Good with cats? Yeppers! Good with kids? Older kids, 8 years or older! Medical notes: Grover was hit by a car a few months ago and suffered severe nerve damage in his leg, necessitating the leg amputation. Seems like it was the right decision, because Grover couldn’t be happier and more mobile! He is a hilarious pup and a true lover! Personality: Hi! My name is Grover!! I love to hike, play, and…

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