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The Grateful Dog The Grateful Dog Rescue is a foster-based rescue saving dogs from euthanasia. ME license -1836 Because every Grateful Dog deserves a Grateful home.

Looking for a forever home is tiring!But Teentz says she is up for the task! Teentz is a bundle of joy! She loves to rom...
29/08/2024

Looking for a forever home is tiring!

But Teentz says she is up for the task!

Teentz is a bundle of joy! She loves to romp around and play. A few fosters met up for a play date and Teentz was zooming around off-leash hanging out with everybody. We had to put her leash back on so we could snag some photos of her! Teentz did great with the other dogs and she met - and loved - the kids there, too. She's a really special girl and we're so excited for her to find that home she is looking for!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Meet Pugsley!Pugsley is adorable pug mix who arrived from Texas recently! She is around four months old and she weighs a...
28/08/2024

Meet Pugsley!

Pugsley is adorable pug mix who arrived from Texas recently! She is around four months old and she weighs about 22 pounds. She is an incredibly sweet girl who loves the attention of people. She will come up to you and curl up right next to you! Pugsley is living with other dogs and she'd be totally okay living in a home with or without other dogs! If you're looking for a snuggle bug, look no further! Pugsley is your girl.

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Calling all house elf lovers!Meet Westie - he's ready to be your new bestie! (Sorry, we couldn't help ourselves.) This s...
27/08/2024

Calling all house elf lovers!

Meet Westie - he's ready to be your new bestie! (Sorry, we couldn't help ourselves.) This sweetest of sweet boys was rescued from a hoarding situation in Texas. He was missing much of his fur and covered in fleas. But now he is with us and he is safe and loved! Westie is approximately six years old. He's a gentle soul. He loves to be held and surprisingly, he loves the attention of kids! He's been through a lot in his life so if you have a quiet home and you're ready to spoil a dog, please think of Westie!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Are you itching to get a new dog?!Adoptable Ford says: do it!Here's a sneak peak of our upcoming adoption events. It's t...
26/08/2024

Are you itching to get a new dog?!

Adoptable Ford says: do it!

Here's a sneak peak of our upcoming adoption events. It's time to fall in love with your new pup!

🐾 Saturday, 9/14 - Jar Co (South Portland, ME)
🐾 Saturday, 9/28 - Maine Pet Supply (Eliot, ME)
🐾 Saturday, 10/19 - Ann-imals Pet Supply (York, ME)

We can't wait to see you there!

China is getting in her pool time while she can!Well, let's be honest: she wasn't entirely certain why she had to float ...
25/08/2024

China is getting in her pool time while she can!

Well, let's be honest: she wasn't entirely certain why she had to float around in a pool instead of napping on the couch but she rolled with it! This sweet nugget is approximately eight years old and she weighs about 11 pounds. China is a true Chihuahua - she loves to be held and she loves to curl up and sleep on your lap! She is currently living with both dogs and cats so she is fine with other animals in the home. She's looking for a comfy cozy place to spend her days (preferably on land). Help us find her the home she wants!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Where are all my big dog people at?!No, really ... where you at?!Our little dogs are winning the popularity contest thes...
24/08/2024

Where are all my big dog people at?!

No, really ... where you at?!

Our little dogs are winning the popularity contest these days but we just know there is someone out there for our big boy, Rainbow. If he could sing, he'd be blasting "Part of Your World" from The Little Mermaid on repeat. He wants to be where the people are!

Rainbow is four years old and 80 pounds of pure love. He'll be your BFF immediately upon meeting him. He's fun and silly and he loves to play. He does great with dogs but he's also fine being the only dog in the home. We're thinking probably no kids for him but it's only due to his size, not his temperament. He's a teddy bear!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Meet Czar!Czar is an adorable mix of pitbull, rat terrier, boxer, and supermutt. He just turned two-years old in July an...
23/08/2024

Meet Czar!

Czar is an adorable mix of pitbull, rat terrier, boxer, and supermutt. He just turned two-years old in July and he weighs about 35 - 40 pounds (he's on the smaller side). Czar is a very smart boy who knows sit and down and who walks nicely on leash! He does great with other dogs. However, he is part of the No Kitty Club™. Czar was adopted out by the rescue last year but he had to be returned due to his fondness for felines. But as long as your home is cat-free, he is an A+ pup! He's laid-back and loyal and he loves to snuggle. Help us find Czar his home!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Kelsie takes getting adopted VERY seriously!But don't let her thousand-yard stare fool you - Kelsie is a ton of fun! She...
22/08/2024

Kelsie takes getting adopted VERY seriously!

But don't let her thousand-yard stare fool you - Kelsie is a ton of fun! She tends to get serious when the camera comes out but we still caught her smiling! Kelsie is playful and goofy and honestly just a joy to be around. She loves to run in circles, do play-bows and give kisses. She is not shy about PDA in the least! We think Kelsie is around 7-8 years old. She's a tad chunky - ahem, no judgement here - but what can we say ... the girl loves her snacks! We are really (really, really) hopeful that this is the year Kelsie finds her forever home. If you're looking for a laid-back dog who enjoys a short walk and a long cuddle, Kelsie is your dog!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

UPDATE: Morgan has been adopted!Meet Morgan!Morgan is an adorable five month old puppy. This sweet boy came up from Alab...
21/08/2024

UPDATE: Morgan has been adopted!

Meet Morgan!

Morgan is an adorable five month old puppy. This sweet boy came up from Alabama a few months ago and he is settling in wonderfully at his foster home. Morgan weighs approximately 25 pounds now. We're not sure of his breed so he's a true southern mystery mutt! Morgan does excellent with other dogs (he lives with multiple other dogs now) and he is also cat friendly. Morgan is very social and he will come right up to you to give you kisses. He also loves the water!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Calling all extroverts, busy households, and social butterflies!Pebbles is the girl for you! No, really - she will leap ...
20/08/2024

Calling all extroverts, busy households, and social butterflies!

Pebbles is the girl for you! No, really - she will leap and bound at the sight of people. This girl takes canine extroversion to a new level. She wants to hang out, she wants to party, she wants to be wherever you are. We featured her last week but Pebbles demanded an encore because she wants to find her people now! Pebble says give me your tired, your poor, your dogs, your cats, your kids, your grandma, your neighbor, and your third grade teacher. She wants it all!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Meet Shadow!Shadow officially joined the rescue last month after being surrendered to us by his prior owner. Shadow was ...
19/08/2024

Meet Shadow!

Shadow officially joined the rescue last month after being surrendered to us by his prior owner. Shadow was found outside the home of a volunteer multiple times, the first time with porcupine quills on his entire face. He was returned to his owner but less than a month later, he showed up to the volunteer's house again, this time dragging a broken chain. He went home and remained chained up outside, alone. But it wasn't long before he showed up dragging his chain for the third time! At that point, we reached out to the owner and asked if we could make Shadow a Grateful Dog. To his credit, Shadow's owner agreed and now here he is, ready to find his forever home!

Shadow is four years old. He weighs about 70 pounds but he should be closer to 80 so we are continuing to beef up him. We think he might be 100% boxer but we're not totally certain. Shadow recently lost his manhood (RIP nuts) but it hasn't slowed him down in any way. And his foster has nothing but rave reviews for him. She told us: "He’s really an absolute dream. He wags his whole body when he sees his person, he gets along great with other dogs, and is housebroken and very low key in the house. Someone is going to absolutely love him."

Now ... will that someone be you?!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

UPDATE: Oinkarella has been adopted!Seeking all low rider lovers ... round two!Oinkarella saw all the fuss people were m...
18/08/2024

UPDATE: Oinkarella has been adopted!

Seeking all low rider lovers ... round two!

Oinkarella saw all the fuss people were making over Velma and so she looked at us and said, "hold my milkbone." And ladies and gentlemen, she does not disappoint! Oinkarella is four years old and 38 pounds of French bulldog perfection. She was found as a stray in Texas and how anyone let this girl go is beyond us. She's a gem! She adores people and she does wonderfully with other dogs. Her default mode is adorable and her greatest desire is for cuddles. She's perfect for any home!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Smile if you love Saturdays! 😁🤣Ford has the BEST submissive puppy smile that could make anyone’s day and we just had to ...
17/08/2024

Smile if you love Saturdays! 😁🤣

Ford has the BEST submissive puppy smile that could make anyone’s day and we just had to share it with you! 😍😁
This 2.5 month old heartbreaker loves his people. He also gets along famously with other dogs and cats. He’s about 10 pounds currently but has lots of room to grow!

Ford is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on age appropriate vaccinations. He’s young, smart, eager to learn and find his furever family 🏡

Adoption application:
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

UPDATE: Velma has been adopted!Seeking all low rider lovers!Velma may be too short to ride roller coasters but she's oth...
16/08/2024

UPDATE: Velma has been adopted!

Seeking all low rider lovers!

Velma may be too short to ride roller coasters but she's otherwise amazing in every way. This petite yet perfectly chunky girl is a little over two years old and she weighs about 45 pounds. We think she might be a combination of basset hound and American bull dog! Velma has a very chill, laid-back personality. She does excellent with other dogs and she is unfazed by almost everything. She would be great in a home with other dogs OR as the only dog. You can't go wrong with her!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

She is beauty, she is grace, she is elegance, she is taste! She is Miss United States ... a.k.a., Candice! Candice just ...
15/08/2024

She is beauty, she is grace, she is elegance, she is taste!

She is Miss United States ... a.k.a., Candice! Candice just turned one year old and she weighs about 10 pounds. She came to us from Texas after being crowned as their Chihuahua beauty queen. Candice wants world peace and a home to call her own. She is dog and cat friendly! A little on the shyer side, Candice will need some time to warm up to you. But once she does, prepare yourself for endless cuddles! She loves her people dearly. And she's ready for her crown!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

UPDATE: Vanilla has been adopted!Meet Vanilla!Vanilla is a four month old puppy who loves life! He came to the rescue wi...
14/08/2024

UPDATE: Vanilla has been adopted!

Meet Vanilla!

Vanilla is a four month old puppy who loves life! He came to the rescue with his brother (Ice) from Alabama. We think the boys are likely German Shepard/husky mixes. Vanilla currently 20 pounds and growling like a w**d. His foster describes him as sweet, gentle, and "a very good boy!" You can see his personality from his photos! Vanilla is great with other dogs, with cats, and bonus - he's also been exposed to chickens and ducks. We can see him doing very well with children, too. He will make a wonderful family dog!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Want to help save dogs?!Become a foster with our rescue! 🙏🏻 We are growing our foster team for 2025 and looking to add T...
13/08/2024

Want to help save dogs?!

Become a foster with our rescue! 🙏🏻

We are growing our foster team for 2025 and looking to add TEN new foster families to our rescue family!

We provide the supplies, you provide the home and a little love while our pups wait for their lucky forever families.

Whether you are just a short term foster, can only foster on certain dates, or a die hard dog lover with a goal to save as many dogs with us in 2025 as possible—we would LOVE to have you!

Have questions? Send one of our foster coordinators an email to learn more about fostering and become familiar with our rescue dynamic and process! Ready to get started? You can fill out the application below!

Let’s save some lives! Who’s with us?! 💪 🐶

Foster Application:
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/TGD/Dog

Jazzy's pretty sure there's a lot more to life than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. And she plans on fi...
12/08/2024

Jazzy's pretty sure there's a lot more to life than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. And she plans on finding out what that is.

It all started when she caught her reflection in a water bowl. She remembered thinking: "Wow, you're ridiculously good looking, maybe you could do that for a career."

So maybe she can't turn left. No big deal. If you challenge Jazzy to a walk-off, she'll win every time.

She has one look - Blue Steel. And she knows that the adoption application is IN the computer. Click the link and you'll find out that it's Jazzy - not Hansel - who is so hot right now.

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

UPDATE: Alec has been adopted!Our adorable buddy Alec has been a star at our recent adoption events, but he’s still wait...
11/08/2024

UPDATE: Alec has been adopted!

Our adorable buddy Alec has been a star at our recent adoption events, but he’s still waiting for his forever family! 💔 It’s high time this charming little guy finds his place in the world!

At just 7 months old and under 10 pounds, Alec is a tiny treasure with the cutest underbite you’ve ever seen! 🥰 His goofy personality and playful spirit are bound to fill your home with joy! He LOVES his furry friends, gets along well with cats, and is great with children, making him the perfect companion for any family!

Alec is house trained and feels comfy in his crate when you’re away. He dreams of joining a little dog family where he can play, socialize at the dog park, or have fun at doggy daycare! 🐶🎾

Let’s help Alec find his happily ever after! Ready to give him the love he deserves?

👉 Apply to adopt here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog 👈

Please help spread the word and get Alec into his forever home! 🏡✨

Adoptable Tallie can’t wait to meet all of the hoomans today at our adoption event at Ann-imals Pet Supply Store from 11...
10/08/2024

Adoptable Tallie can’t wait to meet all of the hoomans today at our adoption event at
Ann-imals Pet Supply Store from 11-2PM!

Come and spend the day with our adoptable dogs and get your dose of puppy snuggles in! 🐶 ☀️ 🐾

Can’t wait to see everyone there! 👋🏻

Ferris is on the look-out!He's hoping you'll come to our adoption event TODAY! We'll be hanging out from 11AM to 2PM at ...
10/08/2024

Ferris is on the look-out!

He's hoping you'll come to our adoption event TODAY! We'll be hanging out from 11AM to 2PM at Ann-imals Pet Supply in York, ME.

The weather looks great and the dogs are ready to rock and roll. We hope to see you soon!

“Did someone say there’s ANOTHER adoption event?! Count me in! I’m all ears for my forever family!”-Rolo; 22LBS, 8 MONTH...
09/08/2024

“Did someone say there’s ANOTHER adoption event?! Count me in! I’m all ears for my forever family!”

-Rolo; 22LBS, 8 MONTHS. Social with dogs 🐕, cats 🐈, and kids 🧒! He walks nicely on a leash, is housebroken, and crate trained. The perfect petite adventure buddy to add to the fam!

Come and see him tomorrow at Ann-imals Pet Supply Store from 11-2PM!

See you there! 👋🏻

Meet Pebbles!Pebbles is the mama to our adorable puppies Ted, Taddie, Teentz, Timmy, and Trey! We believe she is somewhe...
08/08/2024

Meet Pebbles!

Pebbles is the mama to our adorable puppies Ted, Taddie, Teentz, Timmy, and Trey! We believe she is somewhere in the vicinity of eight months to one year old. She's a petite girl who weighs maybe 35 pounds at most. She was incredibly skinny when we rescued her and we've been trying to put some weight on her. Pebbles is all-around just wonderful! She is great with dogs, cats, and children. Her foster has nothing but rave reviews for her and we know she will make a wonderful family dog!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Are you ready for it? ... Our adoption event, that is! This Saturday (8/10) we'll be at  Ann-imals Pet Supply Store in Y...
07/08/2024

Are you ready for it? ... Our adoption event, that is!

This Saturday (8/10) we'll be at Ann-imals Pet Supply Store in York, ME with some awesome dogs. The event runs from 11AM - 2PM. The tentative list of dogs who will be attending is --

✅ Ferris (adult, loves dogs, has waited far too long for a home!)
✅ Tallie, Teentz, and Ted (siblings and three of the cutest puppies you will ever meet)
✅ Dungarees (Chihuahua perfection)
✅ Jersey Mike (less than a year old, loves everyone)
✅ Bart (five months old, GSD mix, a gem)
✅ Yumi (a Chi mix looking for love)
✅ And more to come as we narrow down our list!

Want to meet a specific dog? Check out all of our pups on Petfinder!
https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/me/portland/the-grateful-dog-animal-rescue-me158/

Ready to adopt that day? Be sure to get pre-approved!
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

And most importantly, even if adoption is not in the cards for you, we'd love it if you came to say hi! We love meeting people and the dogs do, too. 💜

Meet Hailey!Hailey is a southern belle who arrived from South Carolina in the spring. She's approximately nine months ol...
06/08/2024

Meet Hailey!

Hailey is a southern belle who arrived from South Carolina in the spring. She's approximately nine months old and a petite 42 pounds. We think she has some hound in her but we know she's 100% beautiful (and brindle!). This girl adores dogs so we'd love to see her go to a home with other four-legged friends. She has a great play style so she will fit in with all manner of dogs. She's also cat friendly so a feline friend along with a dog (or two or three!) would be fine, too! Hailey is initially shy with new people but once she's comfortable, she turns into a total snuggle bug. She's very (very) food motivated so training her will be a breeze. If you're looking for a dog to add to your pack, look no further than Hailey!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Meet Banjo!This sweet, sweet boy came up to Maine from Alabama about a month ago. Banjo is adorable in his own unique wa...
05/08/2024

Meet Banjo!

This sweet, sweet boy came up to Maine from Alabama about a month ago. Banjo is adorable in his own unique way. That photo just melts our hearts and it also makes us think of E.T., too. 😂 Banjo is listed as a "black mouth cur" on his paperwork and we definitely see some hound in him, too! He is five months old and he weighs approximately 40 pounds. He's got those long legs! Banjo loves other dogs and he does great in playgroups. We think Banjo would also do great with children given his soft demeanor. And bonus: he's cat friendly! Please share this post and help us find Banjo the home he deserves.

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

UPDATE: Strawberry has been adopted!Meet Strawberry!Strawberry - a.k.a. Berry - is three years old and she weighs approx...
04/08/2024

UPDATE: Strawberry has been adopted!

Meet Strawberry!

Strawberry - a.k.a. Berry - is three years old and she weighs approximately 50 pounds. Her weight makes her sound bigger than she is so don't be misled, she is petite and perfect! Berry recently gave birth to five puppies in Texas. However, as is the fate of many adult pitties post-motherhood, she was slated to be euthanized so the rescue tagged her and brought her to Maine. And thank goodness we did. Berry is a gem! She has a very calm, laid-back demeanor. She does wonderfully around other dogs; in the shelter, they described her playgroup style as “dainty and gentle" and we can see why. Strawberry adores people and she would thrive in a family environment. And bonus: she is perfectly crate trained and housebroken. She is amazing and we know you will love her! 🍓

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

UPDATE: Emmy has been adopted!Miss Emmy deserves an award in patience 🥇⏰ This adorable girl just wants to be LOVED, and ...
03/08/2024

UPDATE: Emmy has been adopted!

Miss Emmy deserves an award in patience 🥇⏰
This adorable girl just wants to be LOVED, and she’s willing to wait as long as it takes — even if it feels like a dog like her is perfect and shouldn’t have to wait as long as she has!

Emmy is a GOOD GIRL! She is active and LOVES to play with other dogs. She has great socialization skills with her furry friends including kitties. She is a big, goofy girl with a personality that doesn’t disappoint. Whether you’re exploring the great outdoors, romping together at the dog park, going for a swim (yes, she swims!) , or just taking it easy with a cuddle on the couch—Emmy will be right there to enjoy it all with you.

According to our records, Emmy’s intake date at the shelter we received her from was 7/25/23. She arrived to us on 11/5/23 at only 6 months old. She is now (estimated) 1 year and 3 months old. She has been well loved and socialized in her foster home, but she deserves a home of her own to grow with a family that adores her as much as her fosters do. 💔

Let’s help Emmy find her home. Spread the word with your friends and family — you never know who might be looking for a dog, cat, and kid friendly dog like her! ❤️😊✅

Adoption Application:
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

UPDATE: Bart has been adopted! Rolo and Candice are still available for adoption.Raise your hands (or ears🐰) if you’re h...
02/08/2024

UPDATE: Bart has been adopted! Rolo and Candice are still available for adoption.

Raise your hands (or ears🐰) if you’re happy it’s Friday! 🎉

Bart, Rolo, and Candice are so excited for what adventures the weekend will bring them.

Our boys Bart and Rolo like to consider themselves the adventurous type. They would love to spend their weekend hitting the trails or beaches, greeting all of the humans they meet, and the ocean breeze hitting their faces as they ride with the windows down. They love to socialize with their pup pals, are cat friendly, and would do excellent in a home with kids. Bart is 5 months old and weighs just around 40 pounds. Rolo is 8 months and 25 pounds!

Candice is a much quieter girl. She prefers to spend her weekends in. She doesn’t mind a short walk or two, but her idea of a good time is snuggles and snacks on the couch with her favorite human. She is shy of new people at first but once she warms up, you’ll have an adorable new best friend! Candice is only about a year old and weighs just around 10 pounds. She would be the perfect addition for a quiet adult house hold looking for a small dog to bond with.

Think one of these doggos could be a good fit for you? Click the link below for an adoption application:

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

Meet Tallie!Tallie and her three  siblings (Ted, Teentz, and Timmy) just arrived from Texas to their foster homes in New...
01/08/2024

Meet Tallie!

Tallie and her three siblings (Ted, Teentz, and Timmy) just arrived from Texas to their foster homes in New England. The siblings are three months old. They are spayed/neutered and up-to-date on all their age appropriate vaccines. Tallie's foster mom is giving her rave reviews! She said Tallie is doing wonderfully learning crate training and housebreaking and she's also been very affectionate to the resident dog. Since she is so young, Tallie will do well with other dogs, children, and cats so long as she is socialized appropriately. Come scoop this girl up!

Adoption application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/TGD/Dog

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