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Dogs at PHS/SPCA
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In a small percentage of adoptable dogs, PHS/SPCA requires an $85 training fee. This fee, collected at the time of adoption, enrolls your adopted dog in our training class. Our staff and volunteers make shelter visitors aware of the training fee early in the adoption process. We require training when it will greatly add to a dog's success in his or her new home. In other cases, we may conduct a property inspection or have other requirements. Our goal is not to make the process cumbersome, but to do what we know will ensure a lasting adoption. Having spent time with each dog prior to adoption, having a good knowledge of breeds, plus a success rate for lasting adoptions well above the national average, we feel good about our matchmaking process.

Last Updated: May 12, 2008*

Dogs at PHS/SPCA

These dogs are staying in the kennels at PHS/SPCA. The dogs at PHS/SPCA have indoor/outdoor kennels with beds. Many dogs enjoy sharing a kennel with one or more buddies.

Dogs with Special Needs

These are wonderful dogs who are expected to live full lives but have temporary or permanent behavioral or medical needs or disabilities requiring attention or special care.

See my video! Crystal: one of life’s luxuries. I, too, am a luxury, one spelled Cristal. I am a 2 year old altered female Pit Bull. I am deaf, which means I need to luxuriate in your pampering attention. I get along well with male dogs and children 10 years and older. The folks at PHS want to be sure that my home life is safe and secure, so they will want to do a property inspection and make sure we both get proper training. We all deserve a little luxury, so consider investing in Cristal (Ref# A404689).

Dogs in Foster Care

These dogs are being fostered in the homes of PHS/SPCA staff or volunteers because of their special health or behavior needs. To make an appointment to see a dog in foster care, call the Adoption department or use the contact information in the dog's description.

See my video! Hi I'm Violet. I'm a one year old Weimaraner/Pit Bull/Doberman girl (spayed of course). Many of you are wondering why a being as gorgeous as I am has not been adopted yet.  It’s not for lack of interest – that’s for sure - I’m cute, I’m cuddly, and I’m really, really good – in the home and yard that is. When I venture outside however, I become – well, a little more high maintenance – but aren’t we all?

In truth, I have very special needs when it comes to my forever home.  First – I need a very strong guardian(s) – I’m actually stronger than I look and when fearful or anxious, I can amaze you with my ability to transform myself.  I can walk out the door, calm and curious, easy to handle on the leash – but when I encounter something I’m not sure about, and that’s pretty much everything – especially other dogs on leashes (don’t ask me to explain it – I actually like dogs – once I get to know them) - I’m, well, I can act a little crazy.  So a guardian who is strong, reassuring, compassionate and willing to work with me is ideal.  A large fenced yard is also critical as that’s how I get most of my exercise.

Like I said, I’m a breeze at home and in the yard – I listen well, come when called, make fewer and fewer  ahem, faux paws, with the canine and feline companions who have mentored me; am mellow when you leave and happy when you come home – but when I go out I’m a little dramatic.

In closing, I am confident I’ll find the right home, and luckily so is PHS, and my foster home, and we’re pretty sure YOU, the dog guardian described above, are out there somewhere.  Serendipity is all we need at this point.  Until then, I’ll keep honing my skills and growing more gorgeous every day!

If you would like to meet me please contact Anika at ALiljenwall@PeninsulaHumaneSociety.org and she can arrange for my Foster Mom to bring me down for a visit with you.

I'm Sophie, an approximately 2 and 1/2 year old spayed female Chihuahua. I mostly like just quietly hanging out at home, with a couple walks each day and the opportunity to run in a yard or dog park a couple times a week. I also like car rides, going to the beach, and sleeping in the same bed as my foster dad & his own two small dogs. I get along great with dogs and I ignore humans that I don't know, but I definitely don't like strangers trying to touch me. Once I get to know & trust someone, I am very affectionate & like it when they rub my belly! I should be adopted by someone who will be patient with me, and will protect me from strangers trying to touch me. I wouldn't mind other dogs in the home, and could probably get along OK with a cat, too, but no young children in the home. I'm in a foster home right now, so if you have questions about me or would like to make an appointment to meet me at the Peninsula Humane Society, please send email to ALiljenwall@PeninsulaHumaneSociety.org. My animal # is A422124.

See my video! My name is 18, and I am a 1-year-old altered male Pit Bull. I’ll tell you right now, I am deaf. In my opinion that’s not such a big deal. It means a little special understanding and care on your part, but since loving me will come so naturally you won’t mind that “little extra”. I am mostly white, but I do have a fabulous brindle spot over my right eye. Gives me sort of a rakish look, don’t you think? Kinda adds an air of mystery to me. Of course the big mystery is what the name 18 is all about. I’ll whisper the answer to you when you come to see me. I will tell you right now that I am a friendly, playful guy with lots of energy, so if you want to keep up with me I should be in a very active household with a secure yard. In fact the folks at PHS will want to take a look just to be sure it meets my exacting standards. Since I am young and still learning I will need to continue with my training here at PHS, which is fine by me…it’s FUN! Still curious about my name? You’ll have to come see me to discover the secret. Ask for 18, secret code number… I mean ID A402040. If you would like to meet me please contact Anika at ALiljenwall@PeninsulaHumaneSociety.org and she can arrange for my foster provider to bring me down for a visit with you.

Two (or More) for One Specials!

These dogs came from the same home or have been recuperating together at PHS/SPCA. Although they are sometimes available to be adopted separately, they are bonded and would prefer to go to a new home together. Thinking of opening your home to two dogs? You can't go wrong with dogs who are already buddies!

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* These are only some of the wonderful dogs we have for adoption. We do our best to update this page regularly (with volunteers) but we can't guarantee every animal shown here is still available. It's also typical that we have dogs in the shelter who haven't yet had their photos taken, etc, so even though the site has been updated, that doesn't mean you're seeing all the dogs here that are actually available at our shelter. So please come down to our shelter! It's a loving place and we are happy to help you find the perfect dog for you.

To hear a recording of the most current listing of animals for adoption, call 650/340-7022, ext. 706.

To adopt an animal, please visit the shelter in person to meet with a customer service representative and the animal. You can download an adoption profile form for a dog or a cat, complete the form and bring it with you to the shelter. (Note that it is often not possible for our staff to complete adoptions for visitors arriving less than an hour before our posted closing times.)

Our staff is busy taking care of the animals and making matches, therefore we are unable to answer inquiries about individual animals over email.