Formerly chained or penned dogs looking for love! We will post your rescued chained dog or penned dog if you supply an image and a paragraph with phone, e-mail contact info, and location. We will strive to arrange transport through our networks to any location. An adoption fee is applicable, and will vary.

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Sweet J-Lo started her life as a Junkyard dog - chained to a car. From there she was rescued and went to the local animal control facility and lived for several months in a kennel with her new found best friend, Penny.

Thanks to GA Rep, Pam Cheatham. J-Lo and Penny have left the shelter life behind and are ready to find their forever homes.

J-Lo is approximately 7 years old. She doesn't need long walks to use up energy. She is currently in training at US Training in Buford, GA.

J-Lo gets along with all 20+ other dogs in training. She doesn't need canine companionship but would really enjoy a human or two. She loves lying on her back in the sun.

J-Lo is calm, mellow, and walks well on a leash. A pretty perfect companion! J-Lo will need a place to go the week of 8/18/08 when her training is complete.

Please consider letting J-Lo spend the rest of her life with you. Or if you can foster her, please contact: Pam.Cheatham@turner.com

Lucky is a one year old shepherd/shiba inu mix. She is about 30 lbs. She will be spayed and utd on all shots this week. She is EXTREMELY friendly. She is very lovable and has great manners.

She gets along great will all dogs of all sizes, kids, everyone!!! Not so sure about cats, she did meet one that she wanted to pounce on!!

If you can offer Lucky a chain free forever home, please contact Marla Dakes @ 330-903-0039 or at crzylovindoglady@yahoo.com

Dudley is a 4 year old Shepherd/Husky mix. He weighs 61 lbs, he is up-to-date on shots, neutered and on HW/flea-tick prevention. He is a very good boy BUT, he is very cautious of strangers and new people. Dudley has been thru alot, he had to leave his owner when she was forced to move into a retirement community that did not allow him. Dudley would do very well with other dogs, cats are ok, but needs a home with out small children. Older children would be fine. Dudley knows, sit, down, stay and his name very very well but could use some more training. Dudley needs a fenced yard and lots or room to run. If you can provide Dudley with a chain free foster or forever home, PLEASE contact Marla Dakes at 330-903-0039 or crzylovindoglady@yahoo.com

ABOUT BEAR:
This is a CUTE four to five year old boy in search of his forever home. He is neutered and up to date on shots. He was originally rescued from junkyard where he was tied up and now needs a happy, comfortable place to live as part of a family. Since being rescued from the junkyard, Bear was adopted to a home where it was decided they had no time for him. It was heartbreaking to pick him up from his home and watch him wonder where he was off to now. He will be your best friend!!! He loves to run and play fetch. He gets along with other dogs. He is an excellent walking partner and is perfect on a leash. Bear in located in Bremerton, Washington. Please e-mail lewysmyboxer@hotmail.com for info.

June is a one year old lab/terrier mix. She was chained outside for all of her puppy-hood until being surrendered to a southern Indiana shelter. The shelter then relinquished June to Dogs Deserve Better. June arrived with a terrible leg injury which required her left front leg to be amputated. She has since recovered completely and does not require any further medical treatment for her leg. She can still run like the wind on 3 legs. June has been spayed and is up to date on vaccines. She is also on heart worm preventative and flea & tick preventative. June does very well with cats and will need to be properly introduced to other dogs. She also prefers older children who understand how to play with a dog. June's ideal forever family is one that can devote all of their time, love, and energy to her. June is a happy-go-lucky kind of gal and loves belly rubs. She loves to play in the yard and lounge with you on the couch. If you are interested in meeting June please contact: chjaynes@yahoo.com, or fill out our adoption application.

Update: 07/08: Honey is now being foster in Northern, IN. She is still very shy and needs a lot of rehabilitation and socialization. Her new home would have to be one that is experienced with rehabilitating shy dogs.
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Honey is a very sweet, but shy girl who has had a rough beginning. She was rescued by one DDB Rep, Dawn Bast who found her chained to a pole without even a collar...just a chain. Dawn could not leave her there and nobody seemed to know who poor Honey belonged to...So Dawn took her home.This is what Dawn has to say about Honey:Honey loves other dogs and cats. She weighs approximately 30 lbs and is 2-3 years old. She has a docked tail. I have 3 kids the youngest is 13 months old and she is good with her. She is skittish around people but she just needs time with loving people. When I first seen her she was chained to a pole, had no collar on. I stopped to talk to the owners and everyone told me that they didnt no who she belonged to, these people must have remembered me from a while back when I drove by and saw them hitting a poodle with a clothes hanger that was chained to the same pole as Honey. I called the police on them and the poodle was taken from them but no one got into trouble over it. So no one claimed Honey. She was very skinny and very scared. If you let her out with a leash it is very hard to catch her because she is so scared.

Honey really needs a loving home. Ideally one with a fenced in yard. Honey will be spayed an update on vaccinations prior to going to her forever home. If you can give this girl the love and life that she deserves, please contact: chjaynes@yahoo.com, or fill out our adoption application.

Update 07/08: Poor Connor (now Cody) has been waiting for his forever home for almost a year - due to the fact he cannot be placed with other dogs, cats, horses or kids.

He is a dream dog for the right person. He is so loved by his foster parents, but they have a bearded older collie, and horses. He is a very loyal, smart, sweet dog, who just wants to please you and play with you. But due to the above, it makes it even harder for him to find a forever home.

Connor is one heck of an amazing dog, very sweet and loyal. He does need quite a high fence as this boy knows how to climb. I would not adopt him out where there are small kids, I really do not want to set this gorgeous boy up for failure. SO far he is so sweet.

Thriller is a 1 year old sweet heart. He was rescued from a backyard breeder. He was chained since he was 3 months old and he is happy to be free! He has since healed from his neglect and is looking for a family to love. He is good with kids and other dogs but may be too bouncy for a smaller kid. He would need a gentle family or a couple who he could grow up with. He loves to hang out and snuggle on the couch and eat chips with his foster family. He also likes to play king of the hill on a tree stump out in the yard with the other rescues. He is gentle and loving. (He might kiss just a little too much though! lol) He is a goofy dog also and likes to bounce around and hop. If you are interested please call Shari @ 937-750-6883 or email animystics@yahoo.com. He will be fixed and UTD on shots prior to adoption.

Super friendly Mama Roxy (2 years old) was rescued from a cruel and neglectful backyard breeder. She is a mutt if I have ever seen one. She was chained and used so this guy could sell her puppies. She is a loving and intelligent dog. She is absolutley beautiful too! Roxy is good with other dogs except very dominant females (she doesnt care for bossy bitches...lol). She likes to stretch and squirm around on carpet and she hops like a rabbit when shes feeling really happy! She is very fun and unique. She is very good with children and likes all strangers so shes no guard dog..lol! If you are interested in this sweetie contact Shari @ 937-750-6883 or email her at animystics@yahoo.com

Lexis was rescued a few months ago. She is very sweet and is an extremely happy dog now! Her hair is growing back and her spirit has healed also. She has those sad hound eyes that really show her suffering it seems. She is happy just playing in the yard with her friends and being with her human family. She plays king of the hill on a tree stump out back with the other rescues and she is always the king..lol She is not good with other females unless they are puppies. She owuld be best in a home with a male or no thoer dogs. She loves to lay at a humans feet and just wag her tail or snooze. She is adorable and great dog to rescue! She is also very intelligent and learns the rules fast. She would be a great Pet Therapy dog if trained properly. She will be spayed and UTD on vaccinations prior to adoption. If you are interested in this rescue please contact Shari @ 937-750-6883 or email her @ animystics@yahoo.com. Coco is one of the sweetest dogs we have come to meet. She just needs someone to love her and care for her. Please give her a chance.

Precious lab//AmStaffr/husky mix (beautiful mutt!) lived her life on a short chain next to a husky her whole life. The husky got loose and made the best of his time by knocking her up so she has 5 healthy puppies now. When I got her she was preganat and had parvo. Somehow she survived parvo and while on IVs giving birth! Her babies are now walking and learning about the world and she is very friendly to anyone even with her babies around. She is a very silly looking girL as her front legs are bowed in and she is cross-eyed! :0) We think this just gives her personality! SHe is very intelligent and friendly with everyone. She is gentle with kids and loves the indise world and all its comforts. She gets along great with other dogs and loves going outside and running and playing with them. She currently lives with several other rescues and gets along properly with all of them. She would be a unique and fun companion! Contact Shari @ 937-750-6883 of interested!

Coco is a 2 year old sweetheart. She loves to sass around and show off her chew bones or her rattley toys. She loves to have her tummy rubbed and get hugs and kisses. She is intelligent and listens very well. She would be happy to stay on the couch and chew on a bone. She is not much interested in outside other than the bathroom and just sitting around and looking at whats going on. She likes to sit on a bench on our front porch like a person and watch people walk by on the sidewalk. She really just wants to be inside and on a soft bed. She also smells the flowers on the porch almost every day. She is very unique. She is a fantastic dog and absolutely beautiful!! She was rescued from a terrible backyard breeder and lived chained up and neglected and abused.. Before that she was kept in a closet and abused, neglected, and used to sell her babies. She ended up losing her babies out of fear. She was attacked by another dog and she has scars and she is missing an eye but she doesnt let that stop her from being happy. If you are interested in this rescue please contact Shari @ 937-750-6883 or email her @ animystics@yahoo.com. Coco is one of the sweetest dogs we have come to meet. She just needs someone to love her and care for her. Please give her a chance.

Jessie is a 10 month old boxer mix. She was rescued by a wonderful elderly lady who is finding Jessie is alittle much for her to handle. Jessie loves kids, other dogs and to play and run. She is utd on all shots and was spayed in February. If you can provide Jessie with a chain free foster or forever home, call Marla Dakes at 330-903-0039 or email at crzylovindoglady@yahoo.com or myspace.com/Ohio_dogs.

Little Man is living on a chain in the county and his people want us to find him a home. Little Man was purchased by his caretaker in Arkansas when he was 8 weeks old under the assumption that he is a Feist/American Bulldog mix. We think he was probably bamboozled; nevertheless, he is a sweet dog who deserves a better life. He is now about 7 months old, good with other dogs, cats, and kids according to the owner. He loves to play. Would you want to help get this sweet dog off the chain and into a home? Please contact: dwhite@aggressiveonline.net.

Zeke is 10-11 month old Great Dane mix. He was rescued from life on a chain.. He is good with other dogs and really wants to play with everyone. He weighs about 80 pounds maybe a little more now. He is energetic, but calms down after he is has been with someone for a few minutes. He is learning how to walk, not pull, on a leash, but still needs practice. I know he will settle down when around people on a regular schedule. He is so excited to see people because he is not getting enough socialization. Zeke is neutered, vaccinated and is heartworm negative. He loves to fetch toys! If you have room in your heart and in your home for this sweet boy, please contact Alicia - 803-329-0689.

05/31/08 - UPDATE: Lucy is headed to a kennel in Dayton, Ohio as we have been unable to find a foster or forever home for her. This is just a short-term solution...this is such a great dog, please give her the chance that she deserves. 04/25/08 - Poor Lucy is an urgent situation. She is currently living on a chain in Ohio. Her "caretakers" have agreed to give her up, but we have no available foster homes. If we do not find a place for her by the end of April 2008, her caretakers have threatened to euthanize her. PLEASE HELP!

DDB Rep Marla Dakes has taken Lucy to the vet and has introduced her to her own pack. Here is what Marla has to say about Lucy.Lucy is three years old, up-to-date on shots, and spayed. She gets along well with everyone, including a 6 pound weiner dog!!! She is good with small children as well. She is really beautiful and sweet, just need a place where she can play and run!!!

If you can provide a safe foster or forever home to Lucy, please contact Marla, crzylovindoglady@yahoo.com immediately.

Sweetie is an adorable adult Chihuahua, Terrier mix. Sweetie's beloved owner died this past summer and was left to relatives that feel that they can not provide the type of home Sweetie longs for. The have been keeping him in a heated doghouse on their porch as a family member has allergies. He has been a house dog and quite a lap dog since he was a puppy and doesn't understand what has happened to the life he once loved. Sweetie is currently 20 lbs. but is a little overweight from lack of exercise in the last 7 months. He is very playful and walks well on a leash. Sweetie loves kids, gets along real well with other dogs and cats. He has the cutest little growl when he is happy...like a cat meowing. He really is a sweetie! If you have room in your home and heart for Sweetie, please contact: Beth Davis: bethjamisondavis@yahoo.com

Hi. My name is Buddy. I am a 10 year old Rottweiler/Lab mix, and I am really glad that Dogs Deserve Better people found me! Until they did, I was living with heartworm and tape worms and chained to a garage. Nothing made any sense to me. I had no pack, and the human who promised to take care of me when I was a cute puppy lost interest and forgot about me, as soon as I started to grow up. I spent most of my time being lonely, thirsty, hungry and afraid.

Even though I was treated like that by one human, I do not hold it against others. I love people and try, everyday, to make up for the lost years I spent existing on the end of a chain, waiting for someone to rescue me. Now, I get hugs, regular food (although I would always like more) all the fresh water I can drink and five other dogs to keep me company.

My foster dad took me to the vet, so my heartworm and the tape worms are all gone. I am neutered and up-to-date on vaccinations. Now, though, he needs to help other dogs who live like I did (and in worse situations), so he needs me to find my permanent human companion(s). I am house-trained, hardly ever bark, and walk well on a leash (going for walks is my favorite thing, next to eating and getting hugs). To find out how to meet, and (maybe), adopt me, please contact:
Shari animystics@yahoo.com 937-580-6106 or
Lois, irisgma@msn.com 937-684-7421

Hi. My name is Rosie. I am a 5 year old Border Collie/Lab mix who is really glad that Dogs Deserve Better people found me! Until they did, I was living with Buddy (above), my Rotteweiler/Lab companion, who was chained to a garage in our backyard. I ran, but, even though I was not the one on the chain, nothing made any sense to me. The human who promised to take care of us soon forgot we were there. I spent most of my time being lonely, thirsty, hungry and really afraid. My tongue was so chapped that my rescuers cringed every time they saw me.Deprived of fresh water and nutrition, starved for human companionship and physically abused, I became neurotic and developed fear aggression behavior. But, this summer, Dogs Deserve Better volunteers found me and Buddy, and, after several months, they were able to rescue BOTH OF US! Although I am still a little hesitant around strangers, my foster dad has worked hard to socialize me, so most of my fear has gone away. Thanks to the donations of some generous people, we both went to the vet and got treated for heartworm. I am also spayed and up-to-date on vaccinations. Now, though, he needs to help other dogs whose humans do not take care of them, so he needs me to find my permanent human companion(s). I am house-trained, heal automatically and am happy to share the couch with you or lie in a favorite spot, usually behind or under something. Rosie shares her foster home with 5 other dogs, a kitten, a cat and 2 fish.To find out how to meet, and (maybe), adopt me, please contact:
Shari animystics@yahoo.com 937-580-6106 or
Lois, irisgma@msn.com 937-684-742

Buddy is a 4 year old Border Collie/Chow mix who was rescued from life in a pen. Buddy was surrendered by a family that finally realized that they were too busy to bother with Buddy. They “took care of” him by keeping him in an outside pen 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, through all kinds of weather. Buddy endured thunderstorms, heat waves without fresh water and ice storms without sufficient shelter. He did not receive any medical attention for his diarrhea and bled every time he went to the bathroom. He had worms, ear infections, was dehydrated and needless to say, severely underweight. Now Buddy is a happy and healthy little boy released from his prison and is very affectionate, loyal and appreciative. He loves to be cuddled and lie at your feet and sometimes will reach out and touch you with his paw. Buddy is afraid of thunder and should stay inside in a dark room or hallway, away from the big bad thunder. If he’s outside during a thunderstorm, he will do all he can to runaway. Buddy knows how to “sit” and “stay” and he loves to do anything active, especially chase a tennis ball. He is neutered, heartworm negative & current on all his shots. Buddy is OK with other female dogs his size, but he has an alpha personality and does not do well with other males. Since Buddy is a pretty active little guy, he might knock over a small child, so a family with pre-teen or older children would be okay. We have no knowledge of how Buddy reacts to felines. Buddy is affectionate and very bright and needs a family knowledgeable in dealing with intelligent, energetic and dominant dogs. He would make an excellent companion for an owner who has experience with border collies. Contact: Carol, SPAYME@aol.com

Macy is a rottweiler mix who has lived for the past 3 years on the end of a chain. She has never known what it is like to live in a nice warm house with a family who loves her. Sometimes her owners would feed her, many times they would forget. There were many times she would get her chain wrapped around things and was unable to reach her dog house or her food & water. Neighborhood kids would ride down the alley and tease her. Despite that, she loves children! She's never had a soft bed. Her nights were spent sleeping on a cold slab of cement under her dog house (if she could reach the dog house).

She gets along great with other dogs and loves people of all ages. She seems ok around my cats as well. She is really good natured and laid back. She would make a great companion! She knows sit and is a smart girl and I'm sure she would catch on quick to any other training.

I believe she is already spayed but she's going to the vet to have that confirmed. If the vet says she is not spayed then she'll be spayed prior to adoption. She will also get heartworm tested and brought up to date on her vaccinations.

If you are interested in adopting her, please email me - danielle@fdhumane.com - for an adoption application. She is located near Fort Dodge, Iowa. A transport can probably be arranged for out of area adoption.

Jules, Maryland

Jules doesn’t understand how he ended up in a shelter, much less on death row. He had enjoyed a wonderful puppyhood and loved his family, even the smallest members, to include the new baby. But one of his children developed allergies and he was moved from his warm home and removed from his family status and made to live in the backyard. His little heart was broken, he had done nothing but give love and obedience to his family. Then it was out of the backyard and into the dog pound. Jules was very grateful for any attention he received, eager to climb into laps and give kisses. The shelter staff really wanted Jules to go to rescue where he would be placed in an appropriate home.

Jules is a real ‘family guy’ and promises to be loyal and loving. He is a friendly boy and very very handsome. He is very happy around children and just wants to be with his people, whether playing or lying at their feet, basking in their love. While he likes to make friend with other dogs, he will respond when challenged, so he would be best as the only dog in the household. Please put Jules back into a home and family that will appreciate the joy Jules will bring and return the love he willingly gives. Jules is neutered, up to date on vaccinations and heartworm negative. He is a bit thinner than he should be but just needs regular meals, a safe, secure home and nurturing family. Can you offer that to this wonderful boy? Please give Jules back the life he deserves, contact: McWagRescue@gmail.com

TJ is a very sweet Black Lab/Border Collie mix estimated to be 11 months old. He weighs 61 lbs.TJ's owners relocated and left him chained to a tree to fend for himself. A neighbor contacted Dogs Deserve Better and he is now in foster care in Chester, SC.TJ is a playful pup; he loves to swim, run, and play fetch all day long. He enjoys squeaky toys, and wherever one is thrown, he'll bring it back to you every time! TJ is very suitable for a playful athletic person who has no small children. TJ loves to hug, cuddle, and he gets along very well with dogs and cats. He is in the process of learning manners and commands such as, "no jump", "sit", "off the table", and "outta the kitty box". He is housetrained and can use a pet door.

TJ does not like to be enclosed in small spaces. Car rides are not his favorite activities because he feels 'boxed in', but after many fun trips to a park or lake, he will adapt. TJ deserves a loving, secure home where he will be treasured forever and never abandoned or chained again! He longs to be someone's best buddy. TJ is neutered, Heartworm negative and up-to-date on vaccinations.Adoption Fee: $100 donation to Dogs Deserve Better Contact/Location: Lori Keener, (803) 385-3033 or (803) 374-8558. E-mail: lorik10697@chestertel.com

Janie is a beautiful, friendly 3 year old female shepherd mix. She was tied up at a quarry when her family decided to move and leave her behind. Before that point she was a loyal house pet, and assumed to be house trained. Janie just entered a foster home where we are learning more and more about her. She obviously was allowed on furniture at her previous home as she hopped right up on the couch and laid down! She is good with kids, cats and other dogs. We have had her at our adoption days and she is just wonderful! If you would like to meet this love-bug, please email Emily at LeeEpstein@aol.com

My name's Sammy. I'm not even a year old yet, 35 lbs. & as cute as can be. I'd like to tell you my story. I lived in a bad part of town & was kept chained. My person moved out of his trailer & left me behind, still chained. Someone felt sorry for me & untied me, but they didn't take me home. I had to forage for food & water & a place to get out of the heat. Though I never caused any trouble, people tormented me by throwing things at me & yelling at me. Finally, Animal Control was called to take me to the shelter. It sure was nice to have food & clean water, but I was very scared that someone would hit me again. Because a wonderful Pound Pals volunteer had been visiting me every day, I've learned not to be afraid of people & now will sit on her lap! But I ran out of time at the shelter so they were going to euthanize me. Pounds Pals didn’t want that to happen so asked McWag Rescue to save me and they DID. Since being in rescue, I am so happy to be running around and playing with the other dogs. I have proven how smart I am by learning something new every single day. The very best thing I have learned is what is means to be loved. I now give kisses and love to cuddle once I know you’re not going to hurt me. If you can open your heart to a wonderful little dog who so wants to love & be loved, please consider me. I'm waiting for a special person who will be patient, understanding & gentle with me. Are you that person? if so, contact Kricket at 301 977-6413, McWag@comcast.net.

Except for a couple of months, Beau, a pitbull mix, lived his life at the end of a chain. Lucky for him, his owner finally did the right thing and surrendered him to Dogs Deserve Better. Beau has come a long way in a short amount of time. He was a little nervous around new people at first, but each day as he gains confidence, his sweet personality comes out. This 3 1/2 year old weighs 70 lbs and still thinks he is a puppy. He loves playing and running with the other dogs, and doesn't mind being low man on the totem pole. One of his favorite things to do is to lay on his dog bed and play with a chew toy, both of which he has never had. He is not food or toy aggressive. He tolerates his baths very well and likes going for rides in the car. He now knows a few commands and walks pretty good on a leash. A home without cats would be best. He has been neutered and is UTD on shots. His foster mom will also assist with transport if needed. If you have any questions about this very special rescue or would like to meet Beau, please email Ruth at rjainor@msn.com or call 503-881-6055.

Pudge wasn't so great at the housebreaking thing (hey, he's spent his whole life tied in the yard....) but he's learning. He's on the fence about his opinion about cats but KNOWS he loves a good blanket on the floor to cover up in. He, too, loved his yard time, people time (nothing beats a good chest scratch) and the chicken, pot roast and spare-ribs suited him, too. Pudge is one of four dogs abandoned at the vet about 6 months ago. They had obviously been tied in a yard and neglected. They had collar injuries, fleas, sparse fur, and were terrified and depressed. These dogs have responded remarkably to our interest and love and care. We have bathed them and petted them and socialized them and fed them well, (adding oils and medication for their pitiful skin conditions) and they are now loving life. They are excited to see us every day and are ready to go for walks every chance they get.

To adopt Pudge, please contact Ceil Jarrett at Animal Action Rescue 770-242-1277 or lrjarrett@bellsouth.net.

Bert is a gentle, sweet, loveable little dog (about 37 pounds) who belonged to my 81 year old father. My dad recently died in a terrible auto accident. Dad rescued Bert (and three other dogs) from the end of a short chain a couple of years ago. Bert was starving and had been terribly neglected.

Bert is now about four years old, neutered, vaccinated, hearworm-free, a people-lover, and more of an "outside" dog than in. He spent some time indoors with Dad when the weather got really cold and he did well inside with no accidents. Bert is very smart and it wouldn't take long to train him.

Bert is a Walker Hound Mix. He loves other dogs for sure and never bothered Daddy's old kitty. He would be so good with a family and other dogs. Please contact Carolyn Kimble at (501) 425-0176 Cdk501@cs.com.

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