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This page is dedicated to all of our amazing dogs that have been with us for 300+ days. Prior to 2008 when APA! APA! The Austin Pets Alive!
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started rescuing and adopting cats and dogs, 50%, or 14,000 of the animals entering the city’s shelter were euthanized. examined the gaps in existing lifesaving efforts and found there were groups of animals for which life-saving programs did not exist. created programs targeting the groups of animals facing certain euthanasia. These programs lead to a measurable impact on the community’s save rat

e – and Austin’s status as the largest No-Kill City in the Nation. Hundreds of extremely dedicated volunteers donate their skills, expertise, and love to APA! – to the tune of more than 2,000 hours EACH WEEK or the equivalent of 50 full-time staff members. According to the current valuation of volunteer time of $22.14 per hour (2012), determined annually by the Independent Sector, APA! volunteers contributed $2,334,109 during 2013. Our largest program is Adoptions because no matter which program a life needed to be saved, they all have to find permanent homes. Our goal is to have a state of the art adoption center that incorporates cutting edge marketing methods to facilitate the movement of pets into those homes. Dog Behavior Program will provide the dogs in our care all available resources to enhance their quality of life and save as many lives as possible. We recognize, respect, and treat each animal as an individual. We utilize all tools and techniques in our programs to teach and support healthy, appropriate behavior to companion dogs within our community. We support our adopters in strengthening and nourishing their bond with their companion. We share our program successes with other animal welfare organizations to support life-saving efforts beyond our own shelter and community. With the support of Best Friends Animal Society, Austin Pets Alive! began training adoptable dogs to pass the Canine Good Citizen, an obedience test designed by the American Kennel Club. These obedience tests consists of ten different real-world scenarios that demonstrate solid obedience training and general reliability. Dogs are tested by an AKC evaluator after a period of training, and after passing the ten tests they are eligible for the title of ‘CGC Ready.’ Once they achieve ‘CGC Ready,’ they have demonstrated when partnered with a responsible person, he or she possesses all the qualities of a well-trained and reliable pet. Through these innovative programs Austin has become the largest No-Kill city in the United States. Since our inception, we have found that almost every large city in the US has the same gaps as existed in Austin in 2008. We are now a model for communities nationwide, and through our American Pets Alive! program we train other communities on how to create and manage the same lifesaving programs so that ultimately no pets have to die unnecessarily in America.

08/27/2024

For our volunteer LeaAnn, Enda is the dog that needs her the most. There is something about a person that can see a dog for their absolute perfection and wants to provide a shelter life for that dog to the highest standard. For LeaAnn that means field trips, photo shoots and teaching the next 'newbie' volunteers the joys of training (even if it turns into a cuddle session).
LeaAnn brings practical positivity to her volunteer time and sets every dog (which is a lot) up for success through the program she creates and runs. For Edna that means she's gets to participate in every photo shoot LeaAnn schedules. And we are here for it.
Our volunteers want to see the best in people and dogs and want everyone of our dogs to find the loving home we wish we had the capacity to provide. If just one person shares this, who knows if Edna's home sees it!
While LeaAnn sees Edna as perfect, she is searching for a family that is home more than they're away while she transitions back into a loving home environment. We can't really blame dogs that have lived in a shelter for so long to want to spend as much time with humans as possible. She loves people so much and could possibly live with dogs. Can you help Edna's (and LeaAnn's) wish come true?

08/26/2024

Do you need a little inspiration? On we hope Jenn and Harley's story makes you stand up and say "I'll take Harley!'
A true inspiration, Jenn jumped right into volunteering (with a little side quest as a part time behavior team staff member for the better part of a year) and ensuring the underdogs of the shelter were getting enrichment (you should see some the toys and games she's made up JUST for Harley), training and only the love a person who wants but know they can't for this shelter dog.
For Harley, that means going above and beyond for a low key senior who is hoping that this year is his year. From field trips to training and a big ol' birthday party, Jenn loves with her whole heart and it shows.
Harley has some specific needs and a couple of dates to get to know him. But if you bring the tennis balls, you may be surprised how easy it actually is.
We need a little help rallying the spirit of both Jenn and Harley. If you think 1000+ days is too long for Harley to wait like Jenn does, then tell your friends to meet this hunk today!

08/25/2024

Updated when our residents find their forever home.

08/25/2024

It's time for some adoption updates!! We're sharing our April adoptions (it's always good to give these pups a chance to settle in, right?) to celebrate the new lives the dogs that have waited the longest are starting. Click on the picture to read their stories!

08/18/2024

07/25/2024

We're pretty far behind on sharing happy adoption news! We like to let the pup settle in the home for a couple of weeks before announcing adoptions but that doesn't account for March, April, May and June! Click the the pictures for adoption stories for March!

07/16/2024

Sometimes... the shelter dog chooses you. Meet Katie and her friend Bluebelle (the third longest stay dog currently residing in the shelter). The first day Bluebelle arrived on June 25, 2021, Bluebelle needed to get all her vaccinations up to date and was pretty snarly about all the people who were trying to make sure she stays healthy. Until Katie stepped in and it was instant love at first sight, at least on Bluebelle's part. Katie quickly warmed up and they enjoyed many a daily outing while Katie was working onsite. This relationship is to be seen! Bluebelle can be calmly sniffing the yard and catch Katie's scent and it's as if she's back from a year long voyage.
Bluebelle took her time but warmed up to multiple people in the shelter and we've discovered she's more cat than dog-likes pets on her terms (belly? sure. If you don't mind a cat like zoomie!), will find sunbeams to nap in, no issues being home alone for the extended work day, loves to digs holes...wait, that's not a cat-like quality.
Bluebelle is another dog in our care that may not be for everyone but she sure is for SOMEONE! If you think 1100 days is too long to wait for a home, then you should take a chance on a dog that loves with her whole weird heart and will keep you laughing for the entirety of her life. Don't take our word for it-just look at these pictures with Katie!

07/15/2024

Jingle. Jingle. You're such a character!! One of my favorite friends at the shelter, this girl is S-M-A-R-T, funny, house trained and loves to learn. She was my buddy for months at classes at Every Dog Behavior and Training and learned how to keep her cool around other dogs so well. She's got fun tricks like shake and sit pretty, not to mention the basics.
She's also my go to sleepover buddy and sleeps through the night in a cuddle pile and carries her toys around like she's gonna play all day.
Sounds perfect, right? Well, there's something about dogs in the neighborhood that keeps her on edge. She'll hear a dog barking 3 houses down and wake up barking. It could bee a transition period, it could be her personality, but it can cause trouble when she's not on her best leash walking behavior but is also on edge when she's in your yard. Then she's a little wild in the house because she can't get her yayas out in the yard or walks.
The good things here are that she has stellar training and our dog behavior follow up program will give you lots of strategies to keep her happy, enriched and on her best behavior.
You will fall in LOVE with this girl-take a chance a funny, sweet girl who's been waiting for too long for just the right home.

07/13/2024

Austin, Texas. Bob 'Clef' Schneider needs your help. While time is never a factor when it comes to the dogs in our care, it doesn't make it less urgent for a dog to find their forever home. For Bob Clef, his foster has dedicated time and energy into caring for Bob Clef and as his foster's life transitions into its next stages, he wants to ensure Bob Clef does not have to come back to the shelter after 1400 days in foster.
We know the question always is 'why doesn't the foster just adopt him after all that time?' There are so many reasons, many we can't even imagine, but at the end of the day, it's not the reason why some people foster (to adopt their foster dog). And that's enough.
Those of us working behind the scenes to help Bob Clef find his forever home are at a loss for what else to do. We've taken him to Every Dog Behavior and Training and will sponsor agility classes for his new adopter, he's the featured dog The ABGB, he's on a whiskey bottle at Fierce Whiskers Distillery. We've even rebranded him to take advantage of Bob Schneider Music. His person is out there and we KNOW they're ready to take on this sweet, loving, fun, energetic, sleepy, comedic, fetching machine. He loves pools, sitting under your desk when you're working, sleeping in his crate when you're gone. He loves fetch IN pools. He loves his people and getting out in nature. He loves to hang out in the backyard or chill on the porch. Bob Clef Schneider is quite the catch.
Forget his length of stay and just look at his winning qualities. You NEED this dog. And if he's not the right dog for you, maybe you have a friend, service provider, enemy (?), family member, co-worker, facebook friend you haven't spoken to in months that needs this dog.
Again, Bob Clef doesn't have a time limit but that doesn't mean his placement isn't urgent. Let's help this dog out and get him the home he's been waiting to for far too long.

07/10/2024

We can't EVEN with this dog!! Tamagotchi is more cartoon character than dog and we cannot get enough!
Tamagotchi has come under the wing of Amanda Jo The Long Stay Project and it's been such a great experience for a boy that has mostly known a shelter for his 450 in APA!'s care. Amanda Jo uses her platform to advocate for dogs in shelters across central Texas that need the extra umph to get them seen, adopted and love.
Tamagotchi has come a really long way in his day-to-day behavior and we know the transition is going to be a little rough as he moves into the home. He's just got a lot of ya-yas to work out! We find that dogs that have lived for extended amounts of time in the shelter need 24 hours to just be who they are. Is that an easy ask? Not always! But we'll tell you exactly what you're getting in to and our Dog Behavior Follow Up program is there to work side by side with you from the moment a dog enters your house.
Take a chance. You'll fall in love. You'll laugh! You'll live a great life by simply taking a chance.

07/06/2024

The thing about a long stay dog and their shelter bestie is that the love is as a real and true as it would be if that dog lived with that person. Sometimes no matter how you try, your perfect dog just isn't in your cards.

As Kathryn finished her time The University of Texas at Austin, she started volunteering with APA! and was almost immediately drawn to the charming personality of Mr. Chapo. Though he has home notes of needing time to get to know a new person, you could immediately see the bond between the two. From adventures to sleepovers, Kathryn went above and beyond for her shelter bestie and we got the pictures to prove it!
As a rising senior himself, the kennel space is not always kind to the older, thick coated pups. He needs your help to continue to blossom, love and grow with his new person. He's charming (he'll hold your hand!), he loving (snuggles? oh yeah), he's a calming presence (naps in the middle of the day) and will absolutely show you what a resilient soul he is. Believe us when we say, you do not want to miss out on this boy! Come by the shelter any day this week to see for yourself!

06/27/2024

Come for the personality, stay because you fall in love. ❤️❤️
Bush’s story has stretched out for a long time and his BFF volunteer Amanda has taken up his story to get him into the patient, loving, understanding home he deserves.
As a puppy, Bush battled parvo and WON! Our community’s privilege starts with our medical team that never backs down from a challenge and fights alongside these dogs to battle a sickness they did nothing to earn.
Bush thrived in a home, until he didn’t. The household was a little too much for a dog that doesn’t want to be the life of the party. While Bush loves his one-on-one time with humans, he doesn’t need to be making loads of new friends-your quiet household is more than enough to meet Bush’s needs.
In February of 2023, Bush was diagnosed with not but two knees with torn ligaments. As you can image, living in a concrete kennel makes Bush’s ortho issues that much worse.
What Bush needs now is OUT of the shelter. Our privilege as a community is that our dogs have no time limits. But that doesn’t mean isn’t of the essence. Let’s keep Bush from living one more day in a kennel, in pain. This next day we have special surgeries scheduled is July 17. Can we get Bush into a foster or adoptive home in three weeks? This is where we desperately need our community!

06/14/2024

When we say fostering saves lives, we are not kidding. We only have to look to Melissa who leads with her heart every single day to give some of our senior dogs the best lives they have had up to this point. Melissa doesn't have just one senior foster right now but TWO! Two dogs whose trajectory changed when Melissa knew she could help them.
Destiny (known as Desi to her loving foster family) came to APA! without a back foot (not a full amputation) and had hair loss, heartworms and was so so skinny and defeated. APA! stepped up to the plate to take Destiny into our care and two of our volunteers knew she shouldn't spend a moment longer than needed in a kennel.
Now, nearly two years later, her heartworms are treated, she's a robust weight, her leg was fully amputated so she wouldn't be trying to use it and cause more harm. She is loved, she is fed and she is in love with her foster brother Torgito!
Torgito embodies the true resliency that dogs show-he loves everyone and everything he meets, even though his past might not have been kind. Also hairless, heartworm positive and now a hospice case due to stage 2 kidney disease, Torgito enters each day with absolute joy. He's happy to eat, to see YOU, to be a part of a family in a foster home. He really lucked out when Melissa heard his story and asked for a hippopotamus foster for Christmas.
These dogs have a fierce advocate in Melissa and the team of folks that have rallied around them. Their lives are better because APA! said, because Melissa said yes and because there's someone out there ready to meet and love these two.
Saving lives ain't easy but taking a chance on a dog that may have lost hope along the way, on a dog that loves despite their pasts makes our world as humans a better place to live in. Both are ready for adoption!! Let us connect you to start the next steps of their journeys.

06/12/2024

Imagine meeting a dog as a volunteer. And knowing you can help this beautiful soul. So every weekend you find a new adventure to take to help her be ready for her home. And those weekends stretch out into months and then a full year. Until you realize that more than 52 weekends have gone by and Indica is still in the shelter.
These dogs are LOVED, they are nutured, they are trained. They show their best side and still we search for more than a year for just the right person. Could you be Indica's person?
You may walk by Indica's kennel since she's living in the shelter and may see a dog that's quite the loud mouth. Through previous experiences, we think Indica is a pretty fearful lady. Her loud barks keep new people from getting to know her, but her shelter bestie and plenty of volunteers know the sweet, trail lovin' gal who loves to play in the water, go on adventures and is a true foodie at heart.
When you take a chance on the loud ones, the scared ones, you gain the trust of a dog who's just waiting for you to see into their heart.
Learn more about Indica here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-123457

06/07/2024

A true village came together to bring you the Mako we have today. Starting his journey at Austin Animal Center, it became clear Mako between his anxiety in the shelter environment causing him to self harm and a tricky skin medical mystery, he was never going to get well in the shelter system.
While there are different accomodations created at APA! during his evaluation process, we also knew that the shelter environment was compounding his behavioral and medical challenges. And that's when a group of high level volunteers, called the Orange Dog Crew, at AAC put out a plea for help to get Mako into a foster home where his needs could be met.
And met they were. His foster parents set him up so he couldn't access the fence line to react to other dogs. They worked closely with the dog behavior follow up team to put a routine in place. They administered the medications he needed to heal his skin. They gave him the place to simply be himself. Can a dog ask for anything more?
So this village is ready to transition him into his happily ever after. They're going to teach you his quirks. They're going to give YOU the tools to reach success. All you need to do is accept Mako for exactly who he is. Be the light at the end of his journey and give a senior dog a soft place to land.

06/05/2024

Sometimes a pup earns an undeserved reputation at the shelter that makes it more difficult to find just the right home. Cheddar Cheese, seen with his best bud Bailey, actually came to us through our transport program and ended up staying behind because he absolutely refused to get into a crate. We don’t know his history but he showed some defensive behaviors around being handled, so we worked on management and desensitization and, number 1, trust.
Bailey has been Cheddar’s rock through it all-advocating for equipment (much better on a harness), educating the staff and volunteers on his sensitivities and taking him home for important home notes.
Cheddar Cheese is sensitive guy who needs a person to come into his care with an open heart and mind. In return, you get to love and be loved by a very, very good dog and have an expert in his care by your side. This big lug is looking for love in all the right places-he just hasn’t lucked into it yet. Let’s help him be lucky in love!

06/05/2024

Frodo first arrived at APA! in the spring of 2017 and oh, buddy was he a handful in the shelter! For some reason, he thought watering cans (and other hard plastic inappropriate objects) were the best toys. So that means our consummate professional in the rowdy boys, Carrie, immediately stepped up to the plate!
Carrie is the OG when it comes to dog handling and training, having worked as part of the behavior team for most of her 12 year career at APA! She is never one to step down from a challenge and has been Frodo's number one champion. Through foster and adoption placement, then back to foster, now in the shelter, she gave Frodo the basic obedience he needed to be the best boy in the shelter and supported everyone of Frodo's humans from start to finish.
Frodo is one of the best trained dogs we have, and while his obsession with plastic objects hasn't waned, you can tell senior life in the kennel is getting him down. We want to give Frodo back the love and care and comfort only a home can provide. And how can you say no that eyebrow?! Not to mention, the knowledge and expertise Carrie brings to make sure he's successful in a home!
1,653 days and counting for Frodo in APA!'s care, 546 of those days in a kennel. Let's make that sharp turn in Frodo's journey and find him the home he deserves!

06/04/2024

This, our fellow followers, is a Jada appreciation post!! Jada has been living her best life in foster with her friend Brandie off and on for the past year and half and we've learned so much about her. We already knew Jada was going to do best in a home with just one person, but we also wanted to figure out what that means for dog sitting or if she can be separated from visitors comfortably.
Well, this a stubborn, smart girl that wants things to be her way. Through time and consistency, a couple of her good shelter friends can come over and care for her when her foster has long hours and she's gonna bark when you have visitors over. Look, she's a sassy old lady that likes to keep to her self. Can you blame her?

When you open your heart, mind and home to a dog that takes a little extra, you open yourself to possibility. While Jada may not be the dog for everyone, she's certainly a dog for SOMEONE. Is it you?

Without fosters like Brandie, Jada wouldn't get a shelter break like she has, let alone getting important information about her behaviors in a home. Instead Jada coming back to the shelter when her foster is traveling for work in a couple of weeks, let's see if we can find her a foster or adopter!

06/02/2024

Hello fellow friends! It's summer and we're peeling back the curtain to introduce you to the dedicated volunteers and staff who give their hearts and souls to taking care of the dogs that stay with Austin Pets Alive! the longest. Come along as we give you a little more 'why' these dogs are still with us. Whether it's behavior, medical, a combination or just the fact folks are hesitant to take home a dog that's been in our care for a long time, let's talk about it! Cultivating conversation is why we're here!

I'm Jess and I've been volunteering with APA! since 2012, long before any of the current dogs came into our care, luckily! I've found myself stepping into roles over the years to help the underdogs of underdogs, so the long stay dogs were the perfect fit! 'Helping PEOPLE Help Pets' is a motto I can live by and come with an understanding that there's the right home out there for every dog, even if it takes a while. People are the solution and we have to give them the tool box to give each dog a successful home. When you take a chance on a long stay dog, you not only get a full team of volunteer and staff support, you change the trajectory of the life of a dog most in need. We do a heck of a lot of good work but nothing is ever going to be better than a home-foster or adoptive.

This is my buddy Ursula-she's currently living in foster, and when she was in the shelter, she was my sleepover buddy (probably the first time in a home!) and faithful training partner Every Dog Behavior and Training. Let me tell you, she is a CHARACTER. She's so funny and weird and companionable. She can struggle with her confidence in new situations and with new people, but luckily can overcome her nervousness with you by her side! Parvo survivors will always take a special place in our hearts, especially with their quirks and personality!

Let's spend the summer getting to know the volunteers and staff that know these dogs the best!

05/21/2024

With the weather heating up, Magnum wants spend his summer out of the kennel and in a home-pool optional!
Shelter life can take a toll on a tripod and the comfort of a family of his own-and a few soft pillows-make all the difference.
Learn more about Magnum here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-105419

05/17/2024

Howdy partners!
Do you need a friend to wrangle your stuffies? How about the other pups in your house? Don’t worry-Cash also wrangles balls!
Cash is ready for companionship, for fun and for a lasting relationship. You will love every minute you spend with Cash!
Learn more about Cash here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-98841

05/16/2024

Dress for the job you want, right Kanga?

From Kanga’s outfit, we’re going g to guess he’s applying for professional lovebug. He’s got the credentials-there’s not a creature he hasn’t fallen head over heels with. Kiddos, cats, other dogs, foster puppies and all the humans.
Kanga’s career with APA! started long ago when he was found in a field after being shot. His injuries caused him to drag his leg and not always be able to co trip his bathroom habits. Well his bum leg was amputated and Kanga has been living his best life in foster.
Kanga is ready to show you his resume-meet him today! Learn more about him here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-91924

05/14/2024

Got a minute? That’s all you need to get to know Bindi from one of her good shelter friends!
A happy-go-lucky gal, Bindi has been waiting for just the right person to see her beauty and awkward grace.
Personality Bindi is not lacking!! Learn more about her here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-85897

05/13/2024

Watch out. That tiny blep is gonna get ya!!

Newton makes up for his tiny blep with his big heart. He's such a fun guy to hang around with-sweet and gentle and always up for a fun time, whether that's a walk, a nap or playing with his toys.

Give a sweet dog a chance and meet Newton at our Town Lake shelter today! Learn more about Newton here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-121552

05/08/2024

Can you look into Shylee's eyes and ever say no to her? Luckily she's only going to ask for 1 attention, a fun toy to toss around and a snack or two. It's not like she's asking for a new car!

Shylee has been in APA!'s care since Thanksgiving of 2022 and has been living her best life in foster. We can't speak highly enough of adopting a dog directly from foster. Though there's still a transition period going to a new home, she has so much home experience already and will slide effortlessly into your home.

Give a dog a chance! Adopt Shylee!
Learn more about her here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-115427

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Bush

Come for the personality, stay because you fall in love. ❤️❤️ Bush’s story has stretched out for a long time and his BFF volunteer Amanda has taken up his story to get him into the patient, loving, understanding home he deserves. As a puppy, Bush battled parvo and WON! Our community’s privilege starts with our medical team that never backs down from a challenge and fights alongside these dogs to battle a sickness they did nothing to earn. Bush thrived in a home, until he didn’t. The household was a little too much for a dog that doesn’t want to be the life of the party. While Bush loves his one-on-one time with humans, he doesn’t need to be making loads of new friends-your quiet household is more than enough to meet Bush’s needs. In February of 2023, Bush was diagnosed with not but two knees with torn ligaments. As you can image, living in a concrete kennel makes Bush’s ortho issues that much worse. What Bush needs now is OUT of the shelter. Our privilege as a community is that our dogs have no time limits. But that doesn’t mean isn’t of the essence. Let’s keep Bush from living one more day in a kennel, in pain. This next day we have special surgeries scheduled is July 17. Can we get Bush into a foster or adoptive home in three weeks? This is where we desperately need our community!

Sometimes a pup earns an undeserved reputation at the shelter that makes it more difficult to find just the right home. Cheddar Cheese, seen with his best bud Bailey, actually came to us through our transport program and ended up staying behind because he absolutely refused to get into a crate. We don’t know his history but he showed some defensive behaviors around being handled, so we worked on management and desensitization and, number 1, trust. Bailey has been Cheddar’s rock through it all-advocating for equipment (much better on a harness), educating the staff and volunteers on his sensitivities and taking him home for important home notes. Cheddar Cheese is sensitive guy who needs a person to come into his care with an open heart and mind. In return, you get to love and be loved by a very, very good dog and have an expert in his care by your side. This big lug is looking for love in all the right places-he just hasn’t lucked into it yet. Let’s help him be lucky in love!

It’s hot outside! Did you remember to water your Helmar? Helmar is S-M-A-R-T and looking for a forever kind of love rhat can appreciate his brains over his handsomeness! Learn more about him here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-104342

Magnum

With the weather heating up, Magnum wants spend his summer out of the kennel and in a home-pool optional! Shelter life can take a toll on a tripod and the comfort of a family of his own-and a few soft pillows-make all the difference. Learn more about Magnum here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-105419

Cash

Howdy partners! Do you need a friend to wrangle your stuffies? How about the other pups in your house? Don’t worry-Cash also wrangles balls! Cash is ready for companionship, for fun and for a lasting relationship. You will love every minute you spend with Cash! Learn more about Cash here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-98841

Got a minute? That’s all you need to get to know Bindi from one of her good shelter friends! A happy-go-lucky gal, Bindi has been waiting for just the right person to see her beauty and awkward grace. Personality Bindi is not lacking!! Learn more about her here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-85897

Clubby has spent his days in the shelter developing a routine that works for everyone. That’s the benefit of adopting a long stay dog-we know exactly what Clubby needs to be successful-how he likes to go on walks, following a routine for his food placement and making sure all his toys are lined up just right. When you take a chance with a dog like Clubby, you make a difference for a dog who needs it most. Learn more about him here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-116077

Edna is the original ‘It’ girl-fashion plate, professional model and all around VGD (very good dog)!

Drum roll please…. Clef has spent 1475 days in our care. 1475 days figuring out who he is and how he presents himself to the world. 1475 of learning the best home manners and participating in training and field trips galore. But there was something not quite lining up. Then he got his DNA tests back…. Like a true musician looking to come back even stronger, Clef took a little break and decided to come back as…. Bob ‘Clef’ Schneider-he’s already got the following, right?! We know the right person is out there for Bob Clef. And it’s 1475 days in the making!! Thanks to Bob Schneider Music for letting us capitalize on your name! 😉

From one year old to nine years old, Monty has spent too many birthdays with his shelter friends. Through bad luck and circumstances beyond his control, Monty just can’t find a home that sticks. While he needs to be the only dog in the home, the rest of his needs are very and easily manageable. Let’s make this his last birthday in APA!’s care! Learn more here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-40017

Did you know we have royalty 👸 in our shelter?! A true princess who’s not afraid to get down and dirty. She’s playful, loving and goofy and oh so ready for a home of her own! Delta scored herself a sleepover during the cold front earlier this year and her short term fosters had only glowing reviews! ‘Overall she has been so sweet and loves cuddles from both me and d my partner. I was given a lot warnings before bringing her home. I think she is just a little nervous but being aware of when she is going into stressed mode is easy to tell.’

Dominic is looking for companionship-canine and human alike! Such a joy in foster, he’d love to join your pack!

Look. You can see Captain and say, ‘oh that poor dog. What kind of life does he have if he can’t use his back legs?’ OR you can be inspired by his never give up attitude and happy spirit. Wheelie dogs don’t know they’re different! Take a chance on a differently abled pup!

Hey! Hei Hei! Hey hey hey. Or at least that’s how we greet Hei Hei every day on his sleepover! He enjoyed the outside time a lot more than the scary floors indoors. Regardless he was on his best behavior on a short break from the shelter. Let’s make that break a permanent one and get him into a foster or adoptive home ASAP!

Boss Hog

Boss Hog is a special guy, looking for just the right home. His brain is a little scrambled, so sometimes he gets a little weird. It’s very lovable! Who needs normal anyway?

Freestyle is one cool dude, looking for a home of his own. Living in foster, he does best as the single love of your life! He’s a funny, smart dog that will fill your life with laughter and love.

Checked our camera roll. Somehow it’s all Jingle?

What’s not to love about Jingle? While she’s no demure lady, she is a rough and tumble tomboy who loves people of all sizes. She smart, well trained and perfectly content to be home alone. She’s quite the catch that has yet to catch the eye of the love of her life! Learn more about her here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-110154

Got a Minute? Then you have all the time to hear about how great Cheddar Cheese is!

Happy International Tripod Awareness Day! (3/3-get it?!) Magnum is a tripod ready for the comfort of a home. One that’ll toss the ball and cuddle evenly. He brings all the love and can’t wait to meet you!