In loving memory

We never imagined we’d be adopting a 13 year old miniature Schnauzer when we went to pick out our first foster dog. We had only a few dogs to pick from that day & we got a resounding “Ah, take Perla!” when we asked who we should foster. So she came home with us & 3 days in, we knew she wasn’t going anywhere! Epic foster fail! We’ll never understand how such a sweet, hilarious, beautiful, loving pup was abandoned at a shelter before Christmas, just before her 13th birthday. She also never imagined that we’d be …

July 26, 2017

Dear Muttville,

With a very heavy heart, I write to tell you that we had to let go of our Muttville pup, Pence. Saved by Muttville in April 2015, Pesto, now renamed Pence, stole out hearts with his loving face, hopeful eyes, and oh, so skinny body. Since he seemed to be a fighter, determined to be happy and stay alive, we …

I wanted to write and let you know that Freckles (#1424, adopted in September of 2012) has passed on. He had been under medical care for a heart problem for the last few years, and recently his kidneys and liver were showing signs of trouble. Recently he started having a lot of trouble just getting up and maintaining control of his balance, and today (Monday) he seemed just ready to go, and so he did. He died peacefully at home.

I’m so very grateful to …

Better hurry on down to meet Aurora, because this girl is going to get adopted in a second! With her beautiful eyes, gorgeous coat and amazing personality, we have no idea how she hasn’t found her forever home yet. Aurora is the definition of a gentle giant. She’s always super friendly with people and with every dog she meets, big or small. Aurora has some great cuddling skills, but also likes to take her daily walks around the block with her favorite person. Aurora is simply pure …

Warning: cuteness overload!! Twinkle Toes is our newest fluffball of love and she can’t wait to meet you! This friendly girl loves meeting new people and other dogs. She makes friends wherever she goes! Can you believe this precious, darling dog was once a stray with no home to call her own? Good thing she’s now at Muttville, where we’re sure she’s going to be adopted in a heartbeat! This sweetheart is simply pure …

Toby looks like a tiny brown lion, with the sweetest looking face.

Toby is a shy little boy. We don’t know much about his background except that he was surrendered by his lifelong family to the shelter in Los Angeles.

He comes out of his shell more and more every day and is starting to give the volunteers kisses on the hand. He gets along well with all of his …

Adorable girl Blanca comes to us from Berkeley. She was surrendered for adoption for unknown reasons so we don’t know anything about her previous home life. What we do know is that Blanca blossomed the second she came to Muttville! Blanca went from laying down all day to exploring, making new friends, and enjoying life once again. Blana does great with dogs of all sizes and is friendly with all people. She has slowed down quite a bit at her age and would do well with a mellow adopter who could make her golden years as …

Dear friends of Cow Belle,

My (and everyone’s) beloved Cow Belle has passed away yesterday. As some of you know, she was suffering from seizures that recently got worsened. Other unexplainable complications hit her yesterday that, according to the trustworthy vet, “her body is telling it’s time to go.” She passed peacefully in my …

Goofy, goofy, Gomer! What a character this boy is. It may take a minute for him to warm up to you, but once you gain Gomer’s trust his love is so rewarding because you know it’s true!

This little guy was found as a stray wandering the streets of Stockton in the Central Valley. Sadly, we don’t know much about his history since he was a stray. After being at Muttville for over 6 months (can you believe it?!) we have seen him blossom …

Want an active new friend that loves to play and will keep up with you on hikes?? Well, here’s Patron and he is ready to roll! Super social, and ready for adventure. Patron is a young 7 year old, he weighs about 12 pounds and seems to always have a grin on his face.

He is a pistol! We love him but he can be bossy so a home without children would be best for this dude.

He is very smart and eager to …