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“5 years ago I adopted a 3-legged Chihuahua from 4 Luv of Dog Rescue to keep my Yorkie, Cowboy, who passed last winter, company. Then, I spent months looking to find a companion for Cody (FKA Carlos). I came across Miranda (FKA Callie). She was...

“We wanted to update you on how Nike (formerly Green Day) is doing. We adopted him shortly after our beloved pittie mix Styx passed at 16. His picture popped up during the peak of our grief and he just felt right.  When meeting him he was...

“We adopted Haven 1 year ago today (11/6/2023).  It was an eventful first few weeks with some challenges. 4 Luv of Dog Rescue was with us every step of the way, helping her transition into our home, and we are so grateful for their support.  Haven...

We adopted Lark yesterday and we’re having a great time! We ran her around a bunch yesterday and had lots of play time. She enjoyed zoomies in our fenced in yard. Some of our family came to meet her and brought more toys.  At one...

“I walked her as a volunteer. There was always something so difficult about when she needed to go back into her kennel. It was often a trail of treats that got her back in. I would sit in her kennel towards the end of most...

“We love having Indy in our family! We adopted her two months ago and her sweet personality is already shining through. Indy is a huge snuggle bug and can never say no to a walk. She is amazing and we absolutely love her!” Taryn M ...

“We adopted Corbie May 2023 and what a great guy he is! We thought we would send along a photo from our engagement shoot with him! Thanks!” Jonna and Bruce R ...

**A Little White Fur Ball of Joy** It’s been about two months since we welcomed Cloud into our lives, and we couldn’t be happier. I first saw her picture on a friend’s post, and it was love at first sight. The post mentioned that she was...

“We adopted Ellie (fka Peppermint Pixie Queen) a few weeks ago and she is settling in nicely! She loves to go for walks, snuggle and play with the kids. She still very much wants to play with our two cats but they are crabby old...

“I adopted Duncan in April, after helping foster him for over a year, and it’s been the best time with him by my side. He loves taking naps, playing fetch, treats, car rides, meeting new doggie friends and an occasional Pup Cup from Starbucks. He’s...

“Jacklyn found her furever home with us at the beginning of February this year (2024) and we couldn't be more thankful for her and the joy she brings to our family. A little back story, at the end of 2023 we had to say goodbye to...

“Jabba has settled in well, he is getting to know us and knows just how to make our hearts melt.  He'll happily sit on our lap or feet. He enjoys a camping trip or curling up on his bed at home. 4 Luv of Dog Rescue did...

“We adopted Smurfette, now called CoCo, on Memorial Day and she couldn’t be a better fit for our family. She loves playing in the water with her brother, has learned two new commands, “Wait” and “Lay down,” and enjoys Pup Cups at the Caribou Coffee...

"Eva (FKA Melina) has settled right into her new home! She is full of energy but also loves to snuggle. She is a little jumpy, but just because she loves hugs, and she is the best hugger. She loves swimming at the lake and her...

“I wanted to reconnect and share with you how this past month has gone. First of all, I can't express how much everyone at 4 Luv of Dog Rescue has really helped us on our journey.  Everyone has been so patient and understanding with my husband...

“Vanny, who we’ve renamed Remy, has been the perfect addition to our family. He has settled very nicely into our house with no issues. We’ve learned he loves tug ropes, sticks, peanut butter, and to play outside. Remy is very smart and has quickly learned...

Boston, whom we’ve renamed Zam (short for Zamboni because we are dedicated hockey fans) made an absolutely seamless transition to our home. The first two nights he cried for maybe 5 minutes but I’m pretty sure he knew he was in his forever home the...

“Charlie is still a little stand-offish.  She has met many neighbors and pup friends (some she likes and others she doesn't) She is not a fan of the cat (thinks she is a chew toy). She is amazed at all the sounds in the woods....

Spar has been an indispensable member of my house and family for over a decade. At 15 years old, he’s lived a long and happy life, and I’m so grateful for that. While he’s more of a couch potato these days, he’s never lost his...

Evie has been a part of our family for three months now and has been the best thing to ever happen to us! We adopted her when we were in a tough patch of life after we lost our first girl and ever since our...

About 9 months after we adopted our sweet Benny boy (FKA Deville), my husband and I made the decision to "go look" at one more puppy. Benny was wonderful in almost every way, but I was convinced he needed a buddy and my husband was...

“I adopted Jerda on June 11th of 2022. It has been such a joy to watch her grow into the beautiful, wild, happy girl she is today!  She's a protective big sister to our second pup Ruby. Together they like to chase each other around the...

“Furever home for Loki! Loki is the happiest girl, and growing so fast.  She loves her older sister and brother, as well as zoomies with her favorite toys.  She will go, go, go until it’s time for a nap or bedtime.  She is the perfect addition...

“Just wanted to say thank you again for our Oreo (FKA Navi).She is so friendly, happy and spoiled. She loves to play, go for walks and loves car rides. She has a box full of toys which are usually scattered all over- lol. She is...

“For years, my husband and I have wanted a dog, specifically a younger dog to grow with our son who is autistic. While scrolling through Pet Finder, Brock saw Alien and said that's the one, just look at her adorable face. We read her profile...

Here is a picture of my happy boys, Howie (Dachshund) & Coach.  Howie joined my family in 2009 and Coach in 2015. Of course Howie thinks he’s the size of Coach and Coach thinks he’s the size of Howie. They have thrived and I’m not sure...

Here is a picture of the two new dogs that I added to my family. Alfie is doing really good with Lucy and I also have Frankie. All three of them get along really well so glad Alfie got to join my family! Lori D ...

Happy Tails are what the rescue likes to call successful adoptions stories! Read part of Luna’s (FKA) Blissy) below: Our family of 3 adopted Luna (FKA Blissy) on Dec 22, 2023, just 1 week ago.  She is a 7 month old German Shepard.  The decision to...

Just so that you know, Marceline now Mazy is home, she has her forever home with us. We could not be happier. She does have a few issues that we are going to be working on, but I would not trade her for anything. Thank...

In May 2022, after a brief struggle with cancer, our family bid a sad and loving farewell to Gatsby, who had the same name when he was adopted from 4 Luv of Dog in April of 2017. He had been a delightful cornerstone of our...

I wanted to share an update on Koda (FKA Parker)! We adopted Koda around 2 years ago, he is a very energetic dog.  He loves to play ball, go on walks and cuddle! He gets all of the bunnies, voles and squirrels that come into...

Griff (FKA Hercules) turns 2 on January 14th. He is the perfect completion to our home and a spoiled boy who runs this house. Erin R ...

Corbie is turning 1 and we wanted to give an update! We have had a busy year since we adopted him in May of 2023. He learned how to be the perfect walking companion, went for hikes all across the state, and even visited the...

I wanted to share an update on Rocky Racoon (formerly Lefty). We adopted Rocky into our family 4 years ago last week. He has been such a joy! I wanted our kids to grow up experiencing a dog's love. Rocky has been the best addition...

Pipsie and I have been together for almost 6 months now! She has made my life so much brighter and we have gone through a lot together. Her favorite things in the world are squeaky balls and treats! She's the best part of every day,...

Henry (FKA Ouija) is the most loving and patient boy and we are so happy he is officially home! After losing our senior boy in April we knew the time would come to add another big boy to our family. The kids are absolutely in...

We saw Rubix’s story and photos on Kash’s Corner on Facebook, and just knew we had to meet him.  He looked like the sweetest guy. After going through the approval process & getting to meet him, we knew he had to come home with us.  Over...

We didn’t think we would get another dog since our kids were grown and we were empty nesters. It had been over a year since our previous pets, Duchess (13 years) and Annie (15 years) had crossed the rainbow bridge only 2 months apart. After...

This is Bullseye, previously known at the shelter as Engineer! He started off as my foster and needed my help. Turns out he helped me more than I helped him! He quickly turned into my smiley boy! He loves to go on long adventure walks...

We have a very special and happy ‘tail’ to tell today! Christina and Tyrone, as the owners of Heritage Homes , have supported 4 Luv of Dog Rescue in many ways — event hosts, supply-drive coordinators, and generous fundraising donors to name a...

I adopted Faya at the end of August, 2022, she was very skittish and scared. She now greets everyone that comes with her tail wagging! She loves to go outside and smell all the smells. She plays with most of the other dogs here and...

I have had Duluth for about two months and he is a perfect fit for my daily life. He is my best friend, my therapist (along with all my friends) and my cuddle buddy at night! Jordan M Processed with VSCO with ss1 preset ...

We have had Aureate for a week now, and she fits our family perfectly. Her sweet little bob tail wags so hard it makes her entire body shake with joy! She is the ultimate Velcro dog: attached to me, or at my feet all day....

We adopted Winnie on 8/27/23 & and are completely smitten with her.  She has brought us so much joy and love so far and couldn't imagine life without her.  She has filled a void in my heart that was left when we lost our Chihuahua,...

We love her so much already! She's full of energy and might help me get in shape! She's so loving and sweet. She loves walks, playing and all dogs and people! I feel we were meant to be together! And how can you resist those...

We adopted Vada (AKA Rory) in April. She’s been an absolutely incredible addition to the family. She’s well mannered, smart and patient. She loves her “little brother” Gus. She goes to grandma and grandpa’s house just about every day while I’m at work, so she...

I was just looking through the adopted dogs and found "Banjo #765", I adopted him back in 2011, he has been renamed to Chance (by my daughter as she felt he got a second chance at life) and the little guy is still going strong....

It's been 2 weeks since I adopted Remi and what a joy it's been having her around. I met Remi at a meet the dogs event at PetSmart. I fell in love with her right away. She has definitely filled a void in my life....

“I adopted Cricket (previously Joplin) at 8 weeks old, back in May of 2020. She is a Dachshund/ Labrador mix and is about 28lbs now that she’s full grown. As we just celebrated her 3rd birthday back in March, I wanted to express what a...