ARF | Courtesy Listings

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Courtesy Listings

These animals are looking for new homes. This is a referral service only, and listings are provided as a courtesy by ARF to guardians rehoming their pets. The descriptions and photographs are provided by the animals' guardians; these animals have not been seen or evaluated by ARF. Adoption processes and fees are at the sole discretion of the pet's guardian. ARF makes no claims as to the health or temperament of these pets and cannot be held liable for any outcomes or damages resulting from adoption.

If you need to re-home your pet, please complete ARF's Animal Re-homing Form. ARF offers 30-day adoption courtesy listings. Be prepared to upload a clear, well-lit photo of your pet. Someone from our adoption team will be in contact with you within a few business days.

Hollie

2 years old, 35 pounds, Dublin

Hollie is a sweet girl who loves to chill with her human. She's 35 pounds of wiggles. She likes to chase balls and does zoomies...a couple laps around the yard when she goes outside.

Hollie is a sweet girl who loves to chill with her human. She's 35 pounds of wiggles. She likes to chase balls and does zoomies...a couple laps around the yard when she goes outside. She is good on a leash once the initial excitement wears off. She is house broken and very rarely barks. She is spayed, chipped, and up to date on vaccinations. She is very gentle, you can hardly feel her take food from your hand. She gives kisses and occasionally makes funny snort noises when she's happy and excited. Hollie has beautiful silky short chocolate colored fur and adorable polka dots on her nose. Other dogs make her nervous, especially big ones so she would probably be happiest as an only dog. I have not seen her with small children or cats.

For more information about Mia, please contact her guardian at (925) 997-6233.

Francesca Hope Christine Eve

10+ years old, 6.8 pounds, Concord

Francesca was rescued from the streets on Christmas Eve 2020. She was emaciated, covered in fleas, severely matted and had infections in both ears.

Francesca was rescued from the streets on Christmas Eve 2020. She was emaciated, covered in fleas, severely matted and had infections in both ears. Today she is parasite, mat and infection free! Francesca is extremely affectionate, quiet and with time has become less shy. This cat is the easiest stray I've ever rescued. She is very beautiful and Loves to snuggle. She would do best with no other pets or children in the home but has acclimated very well with the resident cat at her foster home. Francesca is THE ultimate lap cat and is move in ready. She is litter trained, has been socialized and has been desensitized and is very easy to handle. Franny also does very well at the vet! She will need to be kept indoors for the remainder of her life. Please help Fran find her forever home!

For more information about Francesca, please contact her guardian at (415) 756-4554.

Mia

10 years old, 12 pounds, Martinez

Mia is a sweet and loving ten year old cat. She loves rolling on the floor getting pet and enjoys the occasional treat. It takes her some time to warm up to new people but once she is comfortable she loves getting attention. Mia is an indoor cat and she is content curled up on a blanket or looking out the window during the day and loves cuddling.

For more information about Mia, please contact her guardian at (805) 822-4562.

Lexington Grey (Lexi)

8 years old, 60 pounds, Livermore

Lexi is a high energy, incredibly smart affectionate lab mix, she's been with me since she was 8 weeks old, and although she's 8 now, she has the energy of a puppy.

Lexi is a high energy, incredibly smart affectionate lab mix, she's been with me since she was 8 weeks old, and although she's 8 now, she has the energy of a puppy. Lexi is a great travel companion, we've gone on numerous cross country road trips, hiking and camping trips.

Lexi has some anxiety, around young kids on skateboards or running around; but she's gone through an intensive board and train program to help her with her anxiety and she does great on an e-collar. She is crate trained, house trained, leash trained and follows basic commands. She is so smart she'll do great with someone who has experience with training.
She loves to follow you around the house and lay outside in the sun. She loves food - but has some allergies so is on a strict limited ingredient diet. She'll be a great addition to an active family, preferably a home without young children.

For more information about Lexi, please contact her guardian at (619) 787-4001.

Tabitha

6 years old, 6 pounds, Pleasant Hill

Tabitha does not get along with the 3 year old male Tabby I adopted from ARF. I have a 3 year old Granddaughter that presents a big challenge for Tabitha. She has become recluse and very skid dish due to the current environment.

For more information about Tabitha, please contact her guardian at (925) 212-7509.

Burger

3 years old, 80 pounds, Concord

Burger was found roaming a dog park, skinny and dirty. We took him in and got him cleaned up, healed some sores, got him neutered. We have been working on training him, but he seems to have grown up without ever learning any manners. He is very good when he's at home with his people, but he still has poor leash manners and takes his time opening up to new people. We are looking to re-home him because he does not get along with our cats, which has put a big strain on our family. We think he would do best with a patient family with older children and no cats, who has some prior experience with German shepherds or similar breeds.

For more information about Burger, please contact his guardian at (914) 434-0621.

Cleo

2 years, 45 pounds, San Ramon

Cleo is a real sweetheart that wants to please and be with her people. Loves walks, playing and kids. She's friendly, gentle and really doesn't bark. For more information about Cleo, please contact her guardian at (925) 997-1773.

Cleo is a real sweetheart that wants to please and be with her people. Loves walks, playing and kids. She's friendly, gentle and really doesn't bark.

For more information about Cleo, please contact her guardian at (925) 997-1773.

Oakley

7 years old, 60-65 lbs, Clayton

Oakley is a 7 year old English bulldog that we have had since 8 weeks old. He loves short walks and lots of attention.

Oakley is a 7 year old English bulldog that we have had since 8 weeks old. He loves short walks and lots of attention. He loves soaking up the sun as much as possible! He loves to play fetch, but usually you're the one actually fetching the ball! Haha He does have chronic ear infections and doesn't do well with young kids.

For more information about Oakley, please contact his guardian at (330) 257-4311.

Sheila

5½ years old, 55 pounds, Oakland

Sheila loves her toys and her people. She will greet people as they enter the house with a toy in her mouth. She is quite calm in the house, but does rotate through her toy bin daily.

Sheila loves her toys and her people. She will greet people as they enter the house with a toy in her mouth. She is quite calm in the house, but does rotate through her toy bin daily. She's good on leash and is definitely more of a "sniff and stroll" type. Overall, she is very people focused. Having lived with old, retired people who putter around the house, she would do well with someone who has the time and energy to slowly build her confidence and expose her to more of the outside world. She doesn't have high energy needs, but could definitely use continued socialization.

For more information about Sheila, please contact her guardian at (510) 708-6856.

Gracie and Xie Xie

12 years old, 12 pounds, Walnut Creek

Xie Xie (pronounced "Shay Shay") means "thank you" in Chinese- she is the tan one on the left - a mixture of Shitzu / poodle / Pomeranian / Yorkie.

Xie Xie (pronounced "Shay Shay") means "thank you" in Chinese- she is the tan one on the left - a mixture of Shitzu / poodle / Pomeranian / Yorkie. Very sweet, loves to cuddle next to your left thigh or on your lap in a chair. Always sits and presents her neck to make it easy to put on her leash when invited to go on a walk. Plays gently but actively.

Grace is the more dominant of the two and is a as bit bigger. Also loves lap time and will lay back into the crook of your arm and fall asleep. She is smart and very aware of everything around her. Loves to chase a thrown toy. Grace "disciplines" Xie Xie if she doesn't come when called or does some other improper behavior. Xie Xie returns the favor if Grace doesn't behave as requested.

Both get along very well and should be kept together. They love walks, bedtime (they sleep very soundly in their cage) and are excited to start the new day when released in the morning. They are people loving and playful. They eat Hills Science diet I/d kibble and canned food. They especially like the canned food.

Great dogs for 12 years looked after by Dr Knibb in Alamo who they (and we) trust.

For more information about Gracie and Xie Xie, please contact their guardian at (925) 280-2856.

Riley

8 years old, 9 pounds, Pacheco

Riley is a mellow cat who loves to cuddle up next to you for long naps. He can be shy at first, but loves everyone after some petting. He gets along well with other cats and children. Riley is an indoor only cat.

For more information about Riley, please contact his guardian at (925) 522-9461.