Adopt

Meet Boris! Boris is a 1-year-old black Lab mix weighing 53 pounds. He was
found as a stray in Tucson and made his way to PACC before joining the DLRR
family.

Boris is all puppy with the energy to match! He loves a good game of
fetch, carries his favorite stuffies everywhere, and never turns down a
chance to splash in the kiddie pool. He walks nicely on leash but can get a
little excited and jumpy at times. The good news is he’s eager to
learn, responds well to correction, and truly wants to please his people.
He’s already picking up on skills like sitting and waiting at
thresholds, and with a little continued guidance, he’s going to
shine.

Boris appears to be potty trained and enjoys settling down for naps on his
bed after playtime. He would do best as the main character in his home, where
he can soak up all the love and attention.

Most importantly, Boris is looking for a forever family to give him the
stability, structure, and love he deserves. If Boris sounds like your perfect
match, reach out to his foster advocate to learn more!

Hi, I’m Canyon!
I’m a 13-month-old black Lab with a big heart, an athletic build, and a
nose that LOVES to work. If you’re looking for a best friend who can
keep up on adventures but also soak up all the affection at the end of the
day… I might be your guy.
I’m amazing with other dogs and would love a home with pup siblings
— or I’d be perfectly happy soaking up all the attention as your
one and only. I’m social, confident, and have that classic Lab
personality: friendly, loyal, and always ready to go.
Right now, I’m enrolled in training and I can’t wait to show off
my skills. I’m super trainable (I actually enjoy learning!) and
I’m working on things like long-distance recall — which would be
perfect for hiking, exploring, and outdoor adventures together. I’d
LOVE a family who wants to let me use my nose, stretch my legs, and explore
the world safely by their side.
I’m the perfect size and temperament for an active family —
playful but balanced, affectionate but not overwhelming. Whether it’s
trail walks, lake days, or backyard fetch sessions, I’m ready.
All I need now is my forever home.
Adventure buddy? Cuddle partner? Loyal best friend?
I’m ready when you are. 
 

Meet Jack

I’ve been waiting for a while now to find my forever home …
over a year, actually.

People tell me I’m a really good dog. They say I’m loyal,
smart, and the kind of companion anyone would be lucky to have. I hope
they’re right. I try my best every day.

My name’s Jack, and if you throw a ball for me, you’ll see my
whole world light up. I think I was meant to be a “bird dog,” but
I decided being a “ball dog” is way more fun. I’ll chase
it, bring it right back, and if there’s water nearby—well,
I’m definitely jumping in after it. Sometimes the ball disappears into
a bush, and I have to dig around to find it… all you might see is my
little tail wagging while I search. I hear that makes people smile.

But what I really love isn’t just the ball—it’s being
with my people.

Inside the house, I like to stay close. Just knowing you’re nearby
makes me happy. After I’ve had some exercise, I’m calm and
content, ready to relax and keep you company.

I’ve learned a lot while I’ve been waiting. I use my doggie
door like a pro, and I’ve worked really hard on my manners. I will hang
out in a crate if you want me to, but I’m a good boy when left alone in
the house. I have learned the meaning of some people words like sit, down,
stay, wait, ball, go to your bed.

I’ve met lots of nice people along the way. I’ve spent time in
different homes, and every time, they tell me how much they love me. I just
wish one of them had been my forever family.

I can be gentle, too. There’s a little toddler who visits sometimes,
and I’m so careful with her. I even showed her how to play fetch. I
think I’d be really good in a home where I can be part of a family.

At night, I curl up on my dog bed and sleep quietly. But if I could make
one wish… it would be to sleep next to my people, somewhere I know
I’ll still be in the morning.

I’ll be honest—I do get excited sometimes. Car rides are a big
deal to me, and I’m still learning how to sit quietly because I just
can’t wait to see where we’re going. Life feels exciting, even
after all this waiting.

I’ve been here for over a year, watching other dogs find their
homes. I wag my tail for everyone who comes by, hoping maybe this
time… it’s for me.

I don’t need anything fancy. Just a home with a pool and room for me
to run and play fetch and humans who will throw the ball, let me be by their
side, and love me for who I am.

I promise I’ll give that love right back. Every single day.

I’m ready when you are.
Love, Jack

Kimber was part of a PACC APS confiscation and,
sadly, experienced altercations in a hoarding situation. Despite her
difficult past, she remains a gentle and loving dog who is ready for a fresh
start in a safe, patient home where she can continue to build trust and
confidence.  Kimber may be a little shy at first, but she quickly warms
up once she realizes she’s with a safe and caring human. With a true
dog lover by her side, Kimber’s sweet personality really begins to
shine.

Kimber is a curious girl who loves exploring the world through her nose.
On walks, she enjoys taking in all the sights and smells and may zigzag a bit
while investigating everything around her, so she would benefit from some
continued leash practice. Kimber hasn’t shown any interest so far in
swimming, is crate-trained but doesn’t need one as she has shown
wonderful house manners—she’s not destructive. While
Kimber isn’t particularly food-motivated she
does enjoy attention and loves being petted.

As an older Lab mix, Kimber has a sweet
and friendly
personality. She would be a wonderful match for someone looking for a young senior companion. Kimber has also done well living with
another dog, so she may enjoy and benefit from
living in a home with a canine friend too.

If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will reward your
kindness, Kimber might just be the perfect addition to your home. Text
Kimber’s foster mom to schedule a showing — Kimber’s waiting
for someone to help her heart feel at home again.

Kimber and Martin are beautiful, pure bred black Labs who have been
together for 4 years. They were born 1 month apart but have different moms
and dads. Both ride well in a car, can be trusted in the house alone and
sleep nice and cozy on their beds beside their humans all night. They both
love to play catch with a tennis ball or a stuffy and play well together.
They both passed "Couch Snuggling 101" with flying colors and walk
like champs without pulling. Both Martin and Kimber have super sweet
personalities. They are a little shy at first and need a safe place to feel
secure to build their confidence. Kimber just learned to "sit".
They both are pretty good at "wait" when going in and out of a
door. Martin and Kimber are ready to soak up your love and share snuggles and
kisses. Get ready to double the love, double the fun- all for the price of
one!

Luna (20) is a 63 pound, 8 year old, spayed, female black lab with a big
heart – both figuratively and literally. She is shy at first and very timid,
but after a few weeks, she will come out of her shell and is really a very
sweet, loving, loyal dog. She loves to go on walks – although not very far –
and car rides, but mostly she loves just being with her people and getting
her ears, neck and belly rubbed. She is house trained and can be left alone
to her own devices for several hours. Her favorite toys are stuffies and toys
that squeak. If you toss a toy, she will saunter over to it, pick it up and
gently bring it back two or three times – and then she is done with that
game. She can use a doggy door, but prefers to go in and out the human door.
She is good with children and other dogs and is ambivalent about cats.

As noted above, her heart is enlarged and she has a significant heart
murmur. Her heart condition makes any surgery impossible unless it is for
life saving purposes. The vet has recommended that we monitor her respiration
while she is sleeping, and if it ever gets above 35 breaths per minute she
should be brought into the vet’s office immediately. Her current
sleeping respiration rate has stayed between 14 and 20. This condition is
currently stable and could remain so for several years. She is on a grain,
sweet potato, chicken, and legume diet, with no salt to support her heart
health This can be purchased premade or a recipe to make it can be provided.
She takes trazodone twice a day for anxiety and pimobendan twice a day for
her heart condition. These medications will need to be provided to her for
the duration of her life.

Hi, I’m Maddie May—but my friends call me Maddie!

I’m a beautiful 8-year-old sweetheart who came to DLRR when my
previous owner had to move out of the country and couldn’t take me
along. While that was a big change, I’ve settled into foster life
beautifully and am ready to find my forever family.

My foster mom says I have the gentlest nature and calls me “the
sweetest girl in the world”—and I have to admit, I do love living
up to that title. I absolutely adore people, especially kids, and I’m
happiest when I’m soaking up snuggles, pets, and attention. I may not
technically be a lap dog, but don’t tell me that—if you’ve
got a lap, I’ll do my best to fit right into it!  I love toys,
antlers to chew on and simply being the best companion to my
humans. 

I’m well-trained, have lovely manners, and walk nicely on a leash (I
like to think I do a pretty good job guiding my humans). I’m currently
working on getting back into my healthiest shape, so I’ll need a family
who can keep me on a routine of regular walks, balanced meals, and limited
treats. I do love to play catch, so some ball throwing would be great! 
I'm a great catcher and will drop it at your feet to start again.

I also enjoy my downtime—curling up on the couch for a cozy nap is
one of my favorite pastimes (with your permission, of course!). I could
happily live as your one-and-only pup or share my home with other dogs.

If you’re looking for a calm, loving companion to join you on walks,
keep you company, and be your loyal best friend, I might just be your perfect
match. I can’t wait to meet you!

Martin and Kimber are beautiful, pure bred black Labs who have been
together for 4 years. They were born 1 month apart but have different moms
and dads. Both ride well in a car, can be trusted in the house alone and
sleep nice and cozy in their beds beside their humans all night. They both
love to play catch with a tennis ball or a stuffy and play well
together. They both passed "Couch snuggling 101" with flying colors
and walk like champs without pulling. Both Martin and Kimber have super sweet
personalities. They are a little shy at first and need a safe place to feel
secure to build their confidence. Kimber just learned to "sit".
They both are pretty good at "wait" when going in and out of a
door. Martin and Kimber are ready to soak up your love and share snuggles and
kisses. Get ready to double the love, double the fun- all for the price
of one!

From the moment a DLRR evaluator met Moosey in January, she felt there was
something special about him that stood out from the many dogs she had seen
over the years. Maybe it was his searching golden eyes, the gentle wag of his
tail when she spoke to him, or the careful way he took a treat despite being
in serious pain. He was a two-year-old male Lab mix with big paws, a long
body, a broad chest, and strong legs, but had several wounds. When he sat up,
it was clear he was very thin, despite his chart showing he weighed
sixty-four pounds. He had trouble standing and couldn’t put weight on
his left hind leg.

After pulling him from the shelter and getting him into a vet clinic, a
radiologist found a fracture in Moosey’s L7 spine and suggested he see
a neurosurgeon for further evaluation since his case required specialized
care.

On February 6, Moosey underwent a seven-hour spinal surgery to correct
improperly fused bones by placing two steel rods in his torso. Three days
after his surgery, Moosey left the hospital and was able to walk on all four
legs by himself to his foster’s car.

Despite everything he has been through, Moosey was kind to all the vet
techs and vets he met, no matter what they did. He stayed calm during all his
tests, even falling asleep on the X-ray table, and was a great foster dog
even after being moved between several homes. His loving nature has touched
the hearts of everyone he’s met. His strength in facing the pain and
suffering he went through for what might have been weeks before he was
rescued is hard to put into words. Now that his traumatic experience is
behind him, he’s moving forward from his difficult past. His
neurosurgeon was very pleased at his last check-up and said he should be able
to live a normal with high impact activities being restricted life
but he recommended for the next six-month rehab period that his neuter be
postponed (because a higher testosterone level will aid in his recovery) and
that he be an only dog in a quieter household. At the time Moosey is
neutered, DLRR will give his adopter a voucher at a partner vet that will pay
for the surgery.  He is good on a leash, potty trained, rides well in a
car, sleeps through the night, and is a 100% cuddle bug.

The fact that he can walk today is clear proof that quick help and steady
care can turn even the toughest situations into stories of strength, healing,
and new beginnings.

He will live out his life as a regular dog with minimal restrictions once
he’s completely healed, but to us at DLRR, he will always be a
superhero wearing a red cape because he has shown incredible trust,
perseverance, and endurance.  We are ecstatic Moosey’s ready to
find his forever home so he can complete his journey.  Could you be the
adopters that begin the next chapter of his life?

Meet Mozi: Single 4.5-year-old chocolate Lab seeking loving family to
spend quality time together! I love snuggling, long walks through the
neighborhood, snuggling, playing with my toys (especially my stuffed toys),
snuggling, hunting for socks, snuggling, taking naps, snuggling, playing with
my foster sister, and snuggling. Nothing fills my heart more than spending
time with the people that I love! I do not love cats, spending time alone, or
the vet but I do love car rides and sleeping in my crate. I’m very
well-mannered!  Of course, I’m house trained and you should be
too! I’m seeking a family that is home the majority of the time so that
we can snuggle! All of my friends say that I am the sweetest and most
enjoyable, easy-going companion and that any family would be so lucky to have
an amazing girl like me!

I am also so special that I come with my own chair to eat in! It’s
true! I call her Bailey because it’s my Bailey chair for my
megaesophagus. I love sitting in her to have my meals and hang out with my
foster family for a while after I eat. I know that my foster mom would be so
happy to show you how easy it is and how much fun I have in it!

Tessa’s name reflects her nature—she has a remarkable way of
gathering friends wherever she goes, both human and canine. This 5-year-old,
approximately 90-pound purebred chocolate Labrador is affectionate, social,
and ready to find her forever home.

Tessa joined DLRR from a breeder, where she had three litters of puppies.
Now spayed, she is enjoying a well-deserved chapter focused on companionship,
play, and relaxation. She is a loving and attentive dog who seeks out
affection, often offering a gentle nudge in exchange for a pat.

She enjoys playtime and especially loves toys of all kinds, from squeaky
toys to tennis balls. Tessa is housebroken and understands basic commands
such as sit, stay, and come. She is eager to please and has made great
progress with mealtime manners.

Tessa has a charming habit of vocalizing along with sirens she hears,
whether outside or on television. She settles easily into a home environment
and is happy to relax on the couch or curl up in a bed at night.

She gets along well with other dogs and has enjoyed time playing and
resting with her foster sister, though she would also be content as the only
dog in the home. While initially unsure about cats, she has learned to
coexist comfortably with them.

Tessa does well in the car and walks nicely on leash. She is strong but
responsive to correction. Food and enrichment activities are highlights of
her day, and she especially enjoys healthy treats—her favorite being a
full-sized carrot after dinner.

Tessa is a truly special dog. If she sounds like the companion
you’ve been waiting for, please contact her foster to arrange a
visit.

Guess what? I found Waldo!!! I brought him in for some training
since he was a stray for SOOO many years….. He’s been in
training for a month and has done very well. Now, Waldo would like to tell
you about his time since being with me. 

I am 2 years old and weigh in around 45 lbs. I have been loving all the
structure and training I am getting, for I love a job to do and to please my
human(leader). I am currently living with 3 other dogs, a cat and 2
tortoises. Due to my natural instincts, it would be best to live with no cats
and or with a cat that is dog friendly and does not hide. I love being
with and pleasing my person. I am fully house and crate trained and
enjoy being with other K9’s that are on the calmer side. I am very
independent and can entertain myself, though it’s much more fun when I
can play with my human(s) and then occasionally lay in your lap and get
snuggles. Smaller children I don't recommend for how quick I can play and
move. I am looking for a home that is mildly active that could include hikes
and getting me out regularly and providing the structure, leadership, fun,
love and activity level I have been thriving under, for this is where I am my
best! Keeping up with my training will be key, for I am loyal as they come
and will always be by your side when you need me.

Now that I have been found, I would love to find my Furever
home!