Meet Benny! He is a WONDERFUL one year old JRT mix who came to us from the san jose shelter. Benny is a funny, cool, playful little boy and much like a pup still. He adores his people & plays … Continue reading →

Marcie is almost four mos old, a bundle of energy, and sassiness!  She is a shepard mix who we “guess” may be about 35-40 lbs when full grown.  She has an incredibly soft and thick furry caramel colored coat, lovely pert ears … Continue reading →

Little Lady Godiva is the ultimate poodle!  She is a lightweight at 6 lbs and is 2 years old., with a beautiful blue-gray coat (unfortunately it was very matted when she was at the shelter, so her coat was shaved…).  She is … Continue reading →

Meet Luna Bella, a sweet girl who didn’t get much love earlier on in her life but that doesn’t stopping her from hoping and being affectionate. She’s a cream colored terrier girl with a shaggy, scruffy coat yet is quite … Continue reading →

Meet Marvin! He’s a stunning 8 month old pitty mix saved from the Martinez shelter minutes before he was going to be put down, due to lack of space. Marvin is an all around loving, goofy &playful boy. He has … Continue reading →

MR.B IS A SWEET NATURED BEAGLE TERRIER X WHO GETS ALONG WITH ALL THE DOGS BUT WOULD LIKE TO CHASE CATS, BUT HE IS LEARNING MANNERS AND IS DOING MUCH BETTER….A NO KITTIE HOME WOULD BE PREFERRED. HE IS WONDERFUL WITH … Continue reading →

MEET MAC! HE’S A GOLDEN RETRIEVER MIX WHO IS AROUND 2-3 YEARS OLD. HE IS A FRIENDLY CALM DOG THAT COMES UP AND LOVES TO PUT HIS HEAD ON YOUR LAP AND LOOK UP INTO YOUR EYES. HE IS CURRENTLY … Continue reading →

Leon is an amazing one if a kind dog! He is ridiculously cute, has a happy outgoing personality and is guaranteed to get you at least one good date! Ok, I kid- you are on your own as far as … Continue reading →

Boogie URGENTLY needs a foster home! He’s currently at the city shelter. Boogie Woogie is a 5yrs old male pitbull who’s been at the shelter for months!! He quickly became everyones favorite and is a gentle sweet soul. He did … Continue reading →

Meet Charles! He’s a 3 year old Beagle who weighs about 40lbs. He has soulful expressive eyes of gold, fur of velvet texture with little or no shedding and the mildest, sweetest temperament you’ll ever see. He has a great sense of … Continue reading →

Linus is a lucky boy….he was saved at the last minute from a high-kill shelter and is ever so grateful!!!!  This boy is said to be three years old, about 15 lbs., and has impeccable manners….who could forget to look … Continue reading →

Penelope is a 1-2 year old brindle beauty.  She has gorgeous long hound legs and a wiggly pittie walk.  Every dog is her friend and she loves kids too!  On the top of her “to do” list is to learn … Continue reading →

If you’re ready to welcome a playful, energetic and sweet beautiful girl into your family, Mia is your gal. This sweet silly girl just won my heart with her light hearted spirit.  She wanted to play and give me all … Continue reading →

Meet Wilma! She is one beautiful little Shepherd/Beagle, maybe Boxer mix. She came to us from the central shelter with her puppies. Her puppies are all ready for there new homes, and so is this princess! We think she is … Continue reading →

CJ is an adorable 20 pound  (or a little more?) Jack Russell Terrier  - this really great dog was not given up because he was “bad” but because his family lost their home. They were devastated to give CJ up … Continue reading →

Meet Monroe! She’s a beautiful Shepherd/Boxer mix… She’s a young dog, seven or eight months at the most, and a lot of fun. Loves to party, loves to run, and recall is already good to very good off leash. VERY … Continue reading →

Meet Macy Grey! She’s a beautiful one year old female pitty weighing only 40lbs. She’s a short little girl. Macy is a loving, smart, and beautiful dog. She just loves everyone she meets, and her tail never stops wagging. She … Continue reading →

Emmy is an adorable 3 month old doxie/ spaniel mix puppy. Her mom and sisters were adopted, and now she’s waiting for her special home. Emmy is only 9 lbs now, but we think she will be about 20lbs full … Continue reading →

This handsome boy is a shelter favorite and will teach anyone that it’s what is on the inside that counts! Jiggy has been bruised, but he is not broken! Jiggy was found roaming the streets, dragging a cable that was … Continue reading →

Handsome Hank is a mix up all all the coolest dogs. Possibly some hound, lab, shepherd. We just dont know, he is a true beauty of mixed heritage ; ) This (really) good boy is estimated to be  5-6 years … Continue reading →

Shelby is one lucky dog! Rocket Dog rescued her from the high kill Bakersfield shelter after local volunteers begged for Rocket Dog to save her.  Shelby is very happy to be out of the shelter- all she needs now is … Continue reading →

“Critter is an adorable tan Chihuahua, approximately 8-9 pounds and about a year old.  She came into the San Francisco shelter in August with 14 other Chihuahuas from a hoarding case, where she lived in one room with just the … Continue reading →

Meet Riley, with his warm soulful eyes and his laid beck personality, Riley really is such a  cool guy.. The shelter estimated him to be close to 8 years (but we think that he is a much younger guy. He … Continue reading →

Meet Layla! She’s a beautiful purebred Dachsund who weighs 12lbs, and we think is around 5 years old. She came to us from the San Jose Shelter where she was found as a as a stray, and no one came … Continue reading →

Meet Mac! Hes a darling 33lb border collie!! We call him a “mini” border collie! He’s quite an adorable, sweet little boy. He is only a year old, and has a great personality. He’s calm, caring and smart. Collie’s are extremely … Continue reading →

Meet Huckleberry! He’s a 2 year old hound mix, who looks like a cute cartoon and weighs 66lbs! He’s a handsome, loving boy who has a joy for life and is eager to please. He plays well with dogs and … Continue reading →

Summer is a gorgeous 2-year old basset hound & Lab mix. She’s only 30lbs and is super short like a basset!  She is house trained and crate trained as well. She is pretty mellow when indoors and loves taking long … Continue reading →

Meet Jasper! He’s a sweet older (5-7 year old) Bluetick Coon Hound who came to us from a rural shelter where he sadly ran out of time. I walked Jaspar the day before Thanksgiving and can attest to his being … Continue reading →

Meet “OH SUZANNA”! She’s a precious and absolutely stunning hound girl whos about one year old and came to us from a rural shelter where she was taken from her owner who could not properly care for her because of the … Continue reading →

Meet Cracker Jack! He’s a sweet 2 year old Purebred Min Pin who came to us from a high kill shelter. Cracker Jack is a sweet boy who is just adorable! He is very attached to his people, and has … Continue reading →

Little Ricky Rocco is a sweet playful poodle mix estimated to be about 1-2 yrs old and 9 lbs. Great with people, kids, and other dogs. He LOVES to play ball and is quite intelligent. He came to Rocket Dog … Continue reading →

Skipper is a 5 yr old purebred Jack Russell Terrier.  His owner passed away and he went to live with her daughter for a few months.  However, when the daughter lost her home to foreclosure, she had to relinquish poor … Continue reading →

Meet Cedric, a Loyal Yorkshire and Chihuahua mix. He is a wonderful guard-dog, and is quieted when told. I think hes between the ages of two and four. I have been fostering him for about a month now and it … Continue reading →

Ingrid  is a lovely 10 month. old girl. She is a perfect size – 35-40 lbs.,  This adorable girl looks to be a Shepherd mix. She came from the Delano shelter, which is a very rural and high kill shelter … Continue reading →

Meet Jamie! This adorable 8 month old sweet shepherd mix pup was adopted by a college student who realized after a few months he did not have time for a puppy with his busy schedule. He came from Los Angeles, … Continue reading →

Woody is an energetic, handsome young 8 year old. He has been well cared for, and through no fault of his own ended up at a shelter. He was owner surrendered due to the owner moving. He knows commands such as … Continue reading →

Hey! I’m charlie, and I’m a handsome 8 month old boy who is quite a charmer! I came from a home who adopted me from the shelter but then could not keep me because there other dog did not like … Continue reading →

Danielle is an adorable 6 month old pitbully mix, possibly with hound?she sure is a natural beauty, the love and light just shine from her warm & serene eyes. Danielle has allot of kindness and sweetness to add to your … Continue reading →

Jack is a 6 month old pit mix, possibly with some hound…? whatever he is mixed with – this boy is CUTE and he is  super playful,  lovable and really (really) enjoys other dogs. Jack especially loves Danielle his sister, … Continue reading →

Meet Patch! Patch was found as an underage puppy hanging out on the sidewalk all by himself at 8weeks old! He’s about a year old now-  Shortly after this guy ended up at San Francisco Animal Care and Control he … Continue reading →

Meet Santa’s Little Helper aka Santa! He’s a darling one year old Shepherd/Whippet mix around 30lbs. Santa loves being with his people, and is eager to please . He’s a real charmer and doing well with his training. He does … Continue reading →

Meet Sydney! She’s a stunning 10 month old shepherd/Husky mix we think. She is just beautiful and gets compliments everywhere she goes! Sydney loves all people, and gets along well with other dogs. She’s an active, agile girl and enjoys … Continue reading →

“Milo” is a young dog..something around a year old…that just came to us the other day from Selma CA. The shelter there is brimming with dogs and he is extremely lucky to have made the cut and made it here, … Continue reading →

If you’re looking for a young, loyal, and athletic boy—look no further! “Pirate” Tux is a 3-year-old black and white Queensland Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog) rescued from a high-kill shelter in Central California. His breed is known for their intelligence, … Continue reading →

Marlow is a basset hound and a pitbull mix. The first thing everyone notices is his pitbull head and the long body of a basset hound. Everyone just adores him. His demeanor is just plain amazing. He’s very calm and … Continue reading →

Meet Amy. She has a sad story: If the lady passing by had not seen the garbage bag move, this little dog inside would have died. . . This little Terrier mix girl was thrown away. Worse. She was trapped … Continue reading →

Gigi  is coming to rocket dog rescue!!  This lovely 10 month old yellow lab mix is very shy and uncertain, Sadly DD (her original name)  was just left abandoned in a ditch and found by some  people who took her … Continue reading →

Meet Gordon! He’s a darling 5-6 month old Labrador mix puppy. He’s very affectionate, intelligent, and responsive…he has a great future ahead of him. He would do very well with a family or a couple, and would prefer to spend … Continue reading →

Meet Queen Ida! She’a a beautiful 5 year old Bull Mastiff Mix who was saved from the Sacramento Shelter when she ran out of time, due to no fault of her own. She is 110 lbs, so she’s a big … Continue reading →

Meet Fabio! He’s a 2 year old spaniel terrier mix, but people have called him a mini golden retriever! (hehe). . . He’s a gentle, loving and quiet boy who enjoys the company of his people & is good with … Continue reading →

Meet Frankie Love! He’s a stunning 6 month old German Shepherd mix puppy. He weighs about 45 lbs now. He is stunning and gets compliments everywhere he goes! Frankie love is a great pup and just adores everyone he meets. … Continue reading →

Meet Hank! He’s a sweet 1-2 year old Shih Tzu.  You could not find a more loving, loyal and devoted dog than this boy. He is so kind, and gentle. He loves everything and everyone. He is fostered with 2 … Continue reading →

Starla is a lovely 8 month old Dingo/Malinois shepherd mix with a bright personality and a stunning smile. This good girl was found as a stray &, sadly, her home never came to find her. Starla has remained in good … Continue reading →

Yep… They call me Wilbur. I think that’s a pigs name, ( I think they think that’s funny..)  I don’t care,  I’m awesome, no matter what they call me.  I’m an incredibly cool looking guy- not to mention modest-   cause … Continue reading →

Hudson -(black) He’s a sweet 4 month old boy who loves everyone and is eager to please. Hudson’s mother came to us from a high kill shelter days after she gave birth. She’s full grown at 30lbs so we think … Continue reading →

Meet Santogold, a French Bulldog mix who is about 8 years old and weighs about 17 lbs.  She’s a unique looking dog who is compact enough to be a traveling buddy.  She came to Rocket Dog because her previous owner … Continue reading →

Meet Apallo! He’s a super good lookin’ Labrador/Rottie mix fella. This sweet guy came to us from a high kill shelter where he was an absolute favorite & they could not see him killed. He was super cute when hanging out in … Continue reading →

Meet Mr. Rudolph, everyone’s sweetheart. Rudolph is a 9-month old Sheltie/Shepherd mix and he weighs around 30 lbs. Rudolph is a very happy guy with absolutely no complaints. He is house trained and crate trained as well. He is a very smart … Continue reading →

This is Duke! This handsome fella is coming to Rocket Dog tomorrow and we are so excited to have him!! Duke was confiscated from his owners when the shelter was called because his owners left him tied up in a … Continue reading →

Meet Honey Bunny & Mack Daddy! First let’s get the basic, important details out of the way – these adorable 10 week old pitbull puppies are both fixed, up to date on shots and micochipped. Honey Bunny and Mack Daddy … Continue reading →

Thor is a beautiful Shepard mix (maybe with Rottweiler?).  The shelter has estimated him to be about 10 mos old, he’s on the small side still..  He is very playful and  active and loves a lot of attention.  He would be … Continue reading →

Meet Panda .. This Poor boy….it seems that a member of his old family became allergic to dog dander….so they surrendered this sweet Australian shepherd mix to the shelter. Panda is about 3 yrs old, full grown and gets along very well with all size … Continue reading →

Meet Scooter! This good lookin’ fella came to us from the Sacramento Shelter. He ended up there when his owner became homless and could no longer care for the both of them. Scooter was his best bud… He is a … Continue reading →

Meet Boston! He is the best boy!! He just arrived at rocket dog and he has been nothing but a complete and total angel. There are not words made to describe how awesome this boy is… He is around 8 … Continue reading →

Meet this darling gal Sassa- Fras AKA Sassy…She’s a purebred American Bulldog-  This poor thing has been bred too many times, and her puppies were probably taken away from her early on and sold, and then she was dumped at … Continue reading →

Meet Bo! He’s the most handsome, loyal, friendly boy you’ll ever meet! Bo has a sad story.. this poor boy was found running down the road in Stockton with his brother after they were dumped there. Sadly, in rural area’s … Continue reading →

Meet Derby Girl! She is one of the Oakland 5 puppies who was saved from a backyard breeder selling her and her siblings outside a wallmart in Oakland, where they had been living in a backyard. Derby is the most … Continue reading →

Jobie is an 18 month, 51 lb. Labrador/Queensland Heeler mix. He is a very playful, excited & loving boy. Jobie has some weight to gain & should be at the 60-lb. range. He loves attention & would prefer not to share it, … Continue reading →

Meet Darla. She has got to be the world’s cuttest pug EVER! This little precious gal came to us from a high kill shelter, where her owners of 7 years sadly surrendered her because they had to move. She’s a … Continue reading →

Meet Levi! He’s a handsome 1  1/2 year old Schnoodle (Minature poodle & Schnauzer). Levi came to us from the Holister Shelter where sadly most dogs do not make it out alive due to overcrowding. Levi is a sweet boy … Continue reading →

Meet Elroy! He’s one cool looking, handsome, goofy miniature poodle mix. Elroy came to us matted and sad from a high kill shelter where he was found roaming the streets. He’s now then happiest boy ever! He enjoys spending time with his … Continue reading →

Meet Humble!! Hes the most HANDSOME boy around!! He’s a real head turner ! Humble is a 2 year old Malamute. He was saved from a rural shelter where he ran out of time -He won over the hearts of … Continue reading →

Meet Wilson!! Talk about a handsome, loving fella with a great personality! This is your boy- Wilson came to us from a shelter where he ran out of time due to no fault of his own. He’s a happy one … Continue reading →

Meet Daisy! She’s a beautiful, gentle loving purebred 3 year old boxer. Daisy is NOT fully deaf and does have partial hearing. She adores people, and wants to be in your lap getting kisses. She’s a total lovebug, and the … Continue reading →

Meet Hacha! She’s a beautiful 3 year old purebred French Bulldog. She’s the sweetest girl and is eager to please her people and well trained. Hacha is house trained, crate trained and does well in the home. She loves hanging … Continue reading →

Meet Ziggy! She is one beautiful, brindle Akita Inu who is about 2 years old and weighs 40lbs. This precious gal came from the Selma shelter where she ran out of time due to no fault of her own. Ziggy … Continue reading →

Chipper is a happy, 3-4 year old 7 lb Chihuahua who came to us with some hair missing off his back in a semi-star shape, perhaps from chemical burns. That doesn’t stop him from being a very excitable boy who … Continue reading →

Meet Hillary: a sweet, spunky, friendly, jumpy, kissy dog who can’t get enough attention from people and loves to be loved. I think she’s a miniature Italian Greyhound/Chihuahua mix because of her lean shape and her light frame of 12 … Continue reading →

Meet Matty! He’s a sweet boy with a heart of gold and the most beautiful markings! He is one year old, has so much good energy. He loves getting cozy & cuddling in someone’s arms like a big baby. He … Continue reading →

Meet Poor ol’ Bess, she should be enjoying her golden years laying in front of a fireplace after chasing butterflies in the backyard…..instead she was unceremoniously dumped at a high-kill shelter.  Rocket Dog Rescue could not let this poor ol’ … Continue reading →

Sweet like an OREO!  That is why this little rat terrier was named after our favorite cookies! Oreo is about one year old and 7 lbs….he is friendly with other dogs and LOVEs his people! He’s a sweet little guy and is … Continue reading →

This little gal was found wandering in Yolo county, barefoot and pregnant!  Well, the shelter did not realize she was pregnant when they asked Rocket Dog rescue to save her…boy, were we surprised when she arrived with a solid middle section!  ”Miss Nola”, as … Continue reading →

Blitz is a wonderful doberman pinscher who was turned into the shelter when his owner was sent overseas as part of his military duty…..it just did not feel right to leave this poor dog in the shelter as his owner … Continue reading →

Gordo is a little bi-lingual dachshund cross, with jack Russell or rat terrier. He loves to cuddle, and snuggle himself into blankets. He is quite flexible and as low maintenance as you can get but he will be up for a … Continue reading →

Meet Dililah! She’s a beautiful 1-2 year old Black Labrador (we think purebred). This lovely lady really wants to please, and loves her people. She does well on leash and stays close by. She loves getting kisses and belly rubs … Continue reading →

Flash is about a 4 year old Whippet Basenji mix who came to Rocket Dog Rescue when another well intended rescue organization could no longer afford to keep its doors open. He is 18lbs of lightning quickness. We love to … Continue reading →

Meet Big Mac! He’s a handsome 4 year old Purebred Boston Terrier who weighs about 25lbs. This handsome boy was surrendered by his owners because he would escape the backyard, where he was sadly left everyday and night, alone. I … Continue reading →

Meet Darling! She’s a one year old chi mix who weighs about 8lbs.  She came in with 14 other dogs from a hoarding situation where she was locked in a room all day. This sweet gal was a shy when … Continue reading →

Meet Mia! She’s a darling little 5lb, one year old Chi mix. This sweet gal came into the shelter from a hoarding situation where a man had 14 little dogs all locked up in one room. She was very shy … Continue reading →

Meet Heaven.. (new name coming soon!) This boy has one of the saddest stories, and has been through so much in his short life, at only a year and a half old. Heaven was beaten everyday by his owner, month … Continue reading →

Magoo is a male 9 month old Pitbull Terrier Mix available for adoption from Rocketdog Rescue! He is 70 lbs of pure LOVE! He’s a big affectionate boy who loves snuggles and belly rubs. He already knows sit, down, wait, … Continue reading →

Poor little foundling Bert was wandering lost on the streets of Bakersfield.  Fortunately a good samaritan found him and cared for him while trying to find his owners, to no avail.  Bert has been to the vet, been fully vaccinated, … Continue reading →

If you were born as a chihuahua or chi mixes, you become part of the landscape in the Central Valley.  Unfortunately, your chance of survival is nil and many little dogs do not make it out of that area! Tom Tom is … Continue reading →

This is Sparky , a 2 year old Chihuahua/Dachshund (“chi-weenie”) mix. He is a very loving and active little guy. Sparky loves to play with toys and he will follow you everywhere. He likes to be held and sits in your … Continue reading →

Tin Tin is a 6 year old Poodle mix. He is full grown and weighs about 7 pounds. Poor Tin Tin came into the shelter severely matted and covered in stickers. He most likely had never had a grooming or … Continue reading →

Meet Beau! He’s a very, very good looking 4 year old Basset Hound. This boy’s a loving emotional hound, as all hounds are! Beau is eager to please and always wants to be around his people. Beau walks well on leash, … Continue reading →

Meet Chaplin, a 6 month old, 13 lb boy who is a leggy fella. Although he looks like a Dr. Seuss character with his wispy hair, long tail and labradoodley appearance we are not quite sure what this boy is. … Continue reading →

Meet Bumpy! He’s a super good lookin’ fella! He’s a 3 year old Purebred Rottweiler. He weights 90 solid pounds. Bumpy is all around a fantastic dog who would make a great addition to any home. He loves cuddling with … Continue reading →

Meet Prince! He’s a handsome 3 year old male Carrin Terrier mix who weighs 10lbs. This darling boy came from the San Francisco shelter, where his owners surrendered him because “he wouldn’t play with the kids.” Prince is simply to … Continue reading →