Meet the pack...

This loving and comical pupper came to us as a foster with a few challenges.  He is  enthusiastic when it comes to offering afffection and gaining approval of humans. His eagerness to please earned him "Best Dog Trick" at a big festival where he competed against professionally-trained dogs. He's now trained to offer reminders, and excels at keeping track of time. He's a very special lifetime member of the pack.

Little Boy was insecure, but so very sweet when he came from the shelter.  He's found confidence being part of a pack. He's a special boy, but we aren't going to talk about the sad things that make him special. For over 2 years, he's been adorabley vibrant! He'll be a lifetime sanctuary resident so he can continue to receive immune-boosting care. 

We didn't know this precious was special needs when we reached out to the person rehoming her. We just felt she needed us. The reason why became apparent a while after we took her in. A surgery by a talented vet and lots of training have helped her become a truly healthy and happy member of the pack. She's is  now thriving and has a never-ending zest for life. 

Piper was one-day-old when I rescued her.  She was an unusual kitten with a big appetite for anything rubber (and certain textiles). We couldn't find anyone else willing to peeper-proof their home, so we took on the challenge of providing her a safe and happy home for life. Piper is the sweetest cat one could imagine. 

Vido was one-day-old when we took him in. He had some challenges, but he was super loving and always wanted to be "helpful" around the sanctuary (e.g. riding on people's shoulders as they did chores). When switched to a raw diet, he got stronger and blossomed into a big,  beautiful cat. We failed to find an adopter willing to continue his diet, so we took him on as a lifetime resident and cherished research subject.  We look forward to many more years of his love. 

The most snuggly muffin you'll ever meet.... but she doesn't like kisses.  Previous adopters gave up on her, but that's not because she was a bad dog.  She just has a lot of energy and needs to be kept focused to feel secure. Since she needs to work to be happy, she's been trained as a service dog. Belle guards and herds other pack members and, as the self-appointed "Cat Tattler", she lets us know when there's a cat misbehaving. 

Mama is a behavior rescue with pretty basic upkeep needs. She doesn't need a sugar daddy for her healthcare bills, but if you want to help out by covering her insurance, that is about $30/mo. Any amount is helpfull. 

We kept Sun as a companion for his young and traumatized mother, "Mama".  She could not be trusted around dogs or  other cats, so she couldn't be integrated into the pack. She also cannot tolerate much sunlight, so she couldn't have a catio. We felt the kindest thing we could do was to let her keep her baby. Sun is purrfectly healthy (and sweet).

This little darling is a survivor. He was found without his mama, starving and dehydrated.  He prefers the company of dogs to people, though he's gradually come to be affectionate with his foster mama.  He's a wonderfully challenging work in progress. 

This little darling is a survivor. She held her own as a homeless puppy when her momma abandoned her. She eventually ran out of food and water and desperately needed help at the time she was found.  She was injured as as a puppy and wasn't a candidate for surgery until she stopped growing. After having her for a few months, we realized she's never going to be an easy dog or a "dog-park-dog". She isn't comfortable without a strong leader to properly introduce her to new situations.  Keeping her foscused on tasks helps her remain calm so we're trainng her as a "limited utility, household service dog", for now.  

This little muffin wags her tail so quickly we think she's part rattlesnake. She is a lap-loving diva who doesn't prefer to share her human with other pets but can tolerate other animals. Mama wants to be fostered by a holisticall-minded dog lover in La Jolla. She needs a dog-savvy foster/adopter. She wants to be dominant with other dogs (especially females, males she will fight for food)). She's on supplements and medicine for liver support and digestion. Natural-rearing/holistically-minded fosters only, please. She will continue her care at her vet in La Jolla, CA. Estimated monthly care cost $225.   

Naturally-reared "Big Twin" is available to a conscientious, holistically-minded, long-term foster with a cat-safe (low-toxin, fragrance free) home and catio who can provide 3 raw meals (plus detox supplements) daily. Initially shy, he warms up to become a big cuddle bug who hates being alone. Other than a serious allergic response to a bee/insect (needs an insect-resistant space when a human isn't around), he's been purrfectly healthy. He will discipline dogs who are a potential threat and is gentle with calm dogs.  

The "twins" are very energetic and smart.  They love to purr and snuggle with eachother and people.  Foster will be required to drop off poop from each of them about once a month (see "Little Twin's bio). 

This baby will be staying in sanctuary unless  an ideal adopter will like to take he and his brother home as a pair. He has a big appetite and needs a more controlled environment than his brother.  He's about 11 pounds and his brother about 16lbs.

They could be available for rehoming to natural-rearing sponsors who will continue to raise them as part of the luckydog family and deliver their stool as needed for fecal transplant research. Cost to maintain them: Insurance approx. $50/mo, food approx. $240/mo other supplies at about $70/mo.

Due to the number of special-care sanctuary residents, we're cutting down a lot on adoptable fosters and may not have any posted on adoptapet. If you want adopt a holistic pet, please reach out to    BrightHaven.  

Luckydog's typical adoption fees are as follows:  

Conventionally-raised cats/kittens $99-199 Conventionally-raised Puppies $199-399 Conventionally-raised Dogs $99-299  

Holistically-raised pet $299 to $599  

Fees for holistically-raised pets are higher bcause it costs  more to feed them, we keep them longer, and we put extra handling into them. We do this becauase we know the holistically-minded adopter appreciates a well-rounded pet and will continue the level of care we provide.