Hi! My name is Ally (’cause I’m from Bama). I’m thought to be a dachshund mix and was surrendered by my previous owner. I’m currently 15.8 lbs and I need to go on a diet! My doctor thinks I should be closer to 11-12 lbs. They think I’m a youngster of 5 years. Not much is known about my past, but my foster dads say I’m a super sweet girl who loves to be with her humans to get scratches and give kisses. I get along with my sister dogs and my brother cat.

I’m learning to walk on a leash with a harness. It takes a little effort to get me to wear it, but I’m OK once I’m outside.

I like just laying around next to my human, but I also like playing and running around outside so a fenced yard would be best so I can do zoomies without having to worry about the leash all the time.

I’m working on potty training, but so far seem to be OK on my pee pads.
I’m spayed, up-to-date on my shots, had a recent dental, am micro chipped, and on flea/heart worm preventative.  If you think you would be a good match for me, please complete an application at viprescue.org

Panda Bear is thought to be a Havanese mix puppy of 5 lbs . He was born 12/31/2020. You will see a picture of his mom for a size reference (18 lbs) and mom’s not talking about who Dad was!  Before adoption he will be dewormed , current on his shots , neutered , micro chipped but too young to be heartworm tested.

Puppies are a lot of fun and a lot of work . Puppies bring life to a home.

They require a lot of attention, patience, time and human agility! They count on you to teach them manners and social skills.   In exchange , they will teach you some valuable lessons…

Put your shoes away .
Close all doors , gates and toilet lids .
Phone charging wires are expensive to replace .
You aren’t as young as you think .
You aren’t as quick as you think.
You aren’t as smart as you thought you were.
Look before you step .
Training isn’t as simple as you remember .

If you are up for the challenge and rewards of a puppy, and would like to be considered for Panda Bear, please complete an application.

My name is Abby and I came with my family from a hoarder situation. I am very scared and not familiar with anything outside of where I’ve lived my whole life.

                             

Sam is thought to be around 8 years young and all of 14 lbs .He falls into that very special breed , called designer  some  thing . Not sure if he was designed to look like Rod Steward or Phyllis Diller but either way , he sings a sweet tune and will make you laugh !

 He arrived with 3 other from a hoarder and he has proved to know things about a house hold . He tunes right in to the beep of a microwave , the sound of the frig opening and just exactly what energy is needed to jump on a couch .

Surprisingly , he has very good house training manners and  will tuck himself away in an open crate for night time .He can be a real pest when it comes to a female dog in the house .He will basically ignore any of the male dogs in the  house . He is not up to speed on leash walking , but has proven to be a real dog in the squirrel chase and bark category .

Sam is neutered , current on shots , micro chipped , had a dental and is on hearworm prevention . .

He is shy when you meet him takes a little time in warming up but is certainly worth the investment in time you would need to invest in making him a great companion pet !

Submit your application please !

Shy is a hippie “love the one you’re with” kind of gal and has expressed the need to be in a one human home.  She prefers not to share her human with another human.   She will eventually show her human unlimited love and devotion.  Shy would be fine with another small dog that could teach her the ropes and she would be OK in a home with a cat(s).

Brett is thought to be a terrier mix of 6.6 lbs . He was born 11/30/2020. You will see a picture of his mom for a size (18lbs) reference and mom’s not talking about who Dad was ! Before adoption he will be dewormed , current on his shots , neutered , micro chip but to young to be heart worm tested.

Puppies are a lot of fun and a lot of work . Puppies bring life to  a home . and a lot of work ! Did I say a lot of work ?

They require a lot of attention and time and human agility !!As you guide them to a well mannered social companion pet , plan on teaching yourself to teach them to be great companion friends !

In exchange , they will teach you some valuable lessons .

Put your shoes away .

Close all doors , gates and toilet lids .

Phone charging wires are expensive to replace .

You aren’t as young as you think .

You aren’t as quick as you think you are .

You aren’t as smart as you thought your are .

Look before you step .

Training isn’t as simple as you remember .

….just sayin’ !!

You need to be prepared for two years of you  being agile , quick to your feet , and very very patient when you react .

Brett is full of energy bounce and play !

Meet Bobbie !

          

Button is thought to be a 28 lb 7 year old Havanese. She is current on her shots , spayed , micro chipped , on heartworm prevention and has had a dental .

Button is sweet and super friendly . She is good on a leash , enjoys being with humans and is good with other dogs . Bonus , housetrained too !

To welcome this little sweetie to your heart and home , you must submit your application

As Stewie continues to feel comfortable in his surroundings, he continues to be a very affectionate and playful little boy. He loves to be with his person, all the time! He is slow to warm up and is very protective of his foster mom and current space .
He feels so much love for his person, he does not like it at all if another furry friend is anywhere near his person. I guess he never learned to share. For this reason, it has been determined that Stewie will need to be your one and only. He will adorn your lap and shower you with kisses and be your best buddy! He will also alert you with his voice to any new noise or person, so if you believe silence is golden, then Stewie is not your boy! But if you are looking for a one and only and have a calm and quiet, adult home,then Stewie may be your boy!

  This frisky 2 year old, 13 lb Bichon/poodle mix is ready for love! Although he does like to play with other small dogs, he doesn’t like to share his person with them.  He is not cat tested. He would like an adult home or home with older children.  He likes leash walks, couch cuddles, and bed snuggles. He is also crate trained.   He’s learning about toys, play, and how to be a dog.  With a little patience and time, Stewie will be a loving companion for years to come. He is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and on heartworm/flea prevention.

  If you are interested in adopting this sweet little guy, please submit your application!

Precious is that right name for this darling girl ! She is 26 lbs and thought to be 3 years young and a terrier mix with maybe just a little basset hound to keep us guessing . She is current on her shots , spayed had a dental, micro chipped and on Proheart as a heart worm prevention weigh is a 4 month shat and on Bravecto for 3 months of flea prevention .

She is a ready to go lover , best friend, walking buddy , play buddy and HOUSED TRAINED too !

Don’t  miss out on this affectionate princess ! Visit www.viprescue.org to start the New Year off with your BFF !

Hellooo  friends! My name is Spot. I came into VIP Rescue on my freedom ride just before Christmas. Having a grand ole jolly time here in my foster home, but now it is time for me to find my forever home, soooooo friends … let me tell you a little bit about myself.

First off, I am fantastic on a leash!! I absolutely love being outdoors, I don’t pull, and truth be told, I’m a bit overweight so I could use the exercise. Although I would like a fenced in yard, it’s not required, and in fact, due to my size, I would probably be a good fit for a condo or apartment dwelling family as well. I am sturdy, handsome and confident. Friendly and appropriately social with other dogs. The others around me influence my play mood. I am a playful dog at times, but during chill time, I can couch potato with the best of the pack! I haven’t been tested with kids, but all indications are we would be lifelong buddies. Foster mom says I’ll probably meet some in the next few days so watch the comments for an update about that and any other things that might come to mind between now and the time my application for adoption closes.

Spot is thought to be a terrier mix. He is a chubby 26 lbs and about 3 years young . He is current on his shots, micro chipped neutered on heartworm prevention and had a dental .

Interested in meeting me? Don’t hesitate, I’m ready to go!!! Apply now @viprescue.org

Hi everyone in rescue land.  I’m Cierra…I made my way from Louisiana to VIPRescue in Florida.  I’m looking for my furever home.  I made it just in time to be out of the shelter for Christmas and the end of 2020.  2021 is looking better and better and I am interviewing for my furever human(s).  I am thought to be a Portuguese Podengo mix.  That is a big name for a happy little girl.  I love cuddles, walks, being on your lap, playing, eating, did I mention I love being close to my human.  I would be good as an only dog in a home or with other human or furry siblings, I am not cat tested, however I do have a prey drive and love to stalk squirrels.  I am about 2 years old, 9.8 lbs, spayed, up-to-date on my shots and micro chipped.

  I am potty trained as well.

  To welcome me into your home.  Please complete an application at viprescue.org.

Jade is a darling little something doxie mix . This gentle and sweet girl is only 5 years old and  a chubby 21.lb winner .. With a slow warm up , she quickly becomes a velcro  great companion family member. She is great on a leash , minds her own business , is housetrained and gets 5 gold stars as a snuggle queen.

She is current on her shots , micro chipped had a dental and she is being treated for heartworm  disease.

To welcome Jade to your heart and home you must complete a VIP Rescue application which can be found at www.viprescue.or website .

Jade is looking forward to interviewing you !

Winny is a mystery breed . The best guessers  we know, think he is a lab mix. Based on his current weight , we estimate he will be 30 to 40 lbs as an adult. He is thought to be 11 weeks old .

Winny is neutered, micro chipped, dewormed and current on his shots. He is to young to be heartworm tested.

Before you apply , PUPPIES ARE A LOT OF WORK. Winny is very busy and very playful! Puppies require a lot of supervision and time to dedicate to their life time skills . He is well on his way to being housetrained.

To meet your future family member , you must submit your application

Penut is 3 years young she is thought to be a dachshund / papillon mix. She is currently 17 lbs, she is a full figured girl, with walks and some exercise she will trim down (easy on the treats). She is house trained, with a little practice she will be a delight on the leash. She enjoys being with her human, lounging in her dog bed, exploring the fenced yard and snuggles in human bed at night. She is mostly good with other dogs , since she can be very very pushy !

She gets along with other small dogs. Penut is spayed, microchipped, on heartworm prevention and up to date with shots. To welcome this sweet girl into your home you must complete an application with viprescue.org.

Every one needs a BUDDY ! And Buddy needs you ! There is no telling how long Buddy wandered , stumbling his way around . until someone  brought to the shelter . No one came for Buddy ! He had to wait out his time , hoping his people would claim him. But no one missed this sweet little shihTzu senior .

Buddy’s little nose has to work overtime, as his vision is extremely poor , if not entirely gone. He rests quietly now, safe in a foster home . Of course , he is confused about what is happening but his gentle way , will help him find his way into your heart .

He is current on his shots , micro chipped, neutered  on heartworm and flea prevention and is being treated for an eye infection. He had to be completely stripped down due to the severe matting , but his coat is as beautiful as his soul. He is 15 lbs’

He may be special needs, but let’s be real , aren’t we all in our own way .Buddy is looking forward to hearing your gentle voice and feeling your soft touch .

Please apply !

Howea is a delicate chi mix, born 8/1/2020 . She is a whooping 2.10 lbs. She is current on her shots, spayed, micro chipped and on heartworm prevention. Also included is a photo of her mom who is 10lbs.

We are accepting applications from loving pet parents with child free homes only !No large dogs in household either !

To welcome Howea to your heart and home you must submit your application !

 To welcome Cypher to your heart and home , you must submit an application .

Be still my heart ! Peanut is thought to be a 6 year old chi mix. She is only 6 lbs. This little Nugget is current on her shots, spayed, micro chipped, had a dental and is on heartworm prevention. She was super shy , but now is learning to  trust humans.

Already becoming a lap accessories . Best suited for a child free home with patient pet parents .

To welcome Peanut to  your heart and home you must submit an application

Dozer is thought to be a one year old ,11.20 lb chi/terrier mix. He is neutered , current on his shots, micro chipped, and on heartworm and flea prevention. Dozer arrived very timid and frightened. He is making great progress , learning trust and basic social skills. He is best suited for a child free , quiet home. Potential pet parents need to v experienced and  patient .  Small dog house hold also necessary

To welcome Dozer to your heart and home you need to submit an application

This little girl has not had the best start to her life.  She is a Chihuahua mix, believed to be approximately 6 years young and 10 lbs.  She is looking for a forever home with a patient human to allow her to relax and understand humans are not all bad.  She is shy and nervous when you first meet her.  She will venture close when you sit down to read a book or watch TV.   Once you gain her trust she warms up, she will give you loving and follow you everywhere.  She is housebroken.  She is not yet comfortable putting on a harness, she is ready to go once it is on, she loves walks.   She would be fine as one dog home as well as gets along with other small/medium dogs, she is not cat or kid tested.   She is now spayed, current with shots, microchipped, recent dental and is on heartworm and flea prevention.

Please submit an application at viprescue.org to welcome Coconut into your home and heart.

Willow is the ultimate velcro and lap dog.  She loves to gives kisses, be held, snuggle up on a lap, and sleep in the human bed nuzzled up against you.  She loves everyone and will welcome them with kisses.  So far so good with doing her business outside.  She will do best with someone that is home a lot to keep her company and snuggle with.  She’s good with other dogs and is great on a leash.

Willow is thought to be a chi/rat terrier mix of 6 years and 6.90lbs. She is current on her shots, micro chipped, spayed, had a dental and is on heartworm and flea prevention. .

To welcome Willow to your heart and home , you must complete a VIP Rescue application !

Daisy is thought to be 4 years old and 14 lbs of very busy !! She is perhaps doxie and pom mix. Did I say she was busy ! She is current on her shots, micro chipped, spayed , had a dental and is on heartworm and flea prevention.

Daisy ,once she gets to know you  enjoys being with you . AND I MEAN right with you . Otherwise, she is chasing a dog. She has a few funny quirks, that can be quite endearing, She is mostly house trained and good on a leash . Older children, ONLY . Must be an active family .

To welcome Daisy to your heart and home you must submit your application.

Chi lovers !! Heads up !

Stanley !! Stanley !! is he your man ? Apply now!! while you can !

Stanley is interviewing for his forever pet parent !

He is thought to be a 2 year old Chi mix of 9.10 lbs. He is current on his shots, neutered , micro chipped, had a dental and is on heartworm prevention.

He takes it slow to warm up , but once he does , you best have a welcoming lap. If he decides you are lickable , and you get the little tail wag, you are in !

Stanley is ok on a leash and good with other dogs. Little humans are not really suggested for Stanley  !

To reach your goal of a Stanley pup , apply now !

Bolt is thought to be a 4 year old 13.2 lb Chi/Terrier mix . He was very scared . But as you see in the pictures ha has already relaxed. He respond very well  to your calm and soft voice, and slow and gentle petting strokes. Then he spring into action to be on your lap. He is best suited for a child free home with low key adults. He is fine around other dogs . He is current on his shots micro chipped, neutered, had a dental with extractions and is on heartworm prevention.

Stay tuned for more details on Bolt . To welcome Bolt to your heart and home you MUST submit an application

Norman is thought to be a 5 1/2 year old PBGV (Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen) that came into VIP Rescue from a hoarding situation. He greats along excellent with other dogs and is curious, but nonreactive to the foster kittens so I suspect he would do fine with cats as well.

Upon arrival at VIP, he had surgery to correct a cherry eye that is still healing up but looking good. Norman weighs 25 pounds, has been neutered, is up to date on his vaccinations and is on flea and heart worm prevention. He is not a huge fan of the open outdoors because loud noises and unfamiliar objects and occurrences currently concern him so a fenced in yard will be required for him. Norman is making good progress on both his potty skills and walking on the leash. Interested in meeting Norman? Please submit an Application to VIPRescue.org

Sad Sam was surrendered to a rural shelter, with a “BLA BLA BLA “, story claiming of RECENT  personal hardships. Also, they  claimed his deteriorated  condition was RECENT !  HA.

Sad Sam arrived with a mouth full of rotten teeth,. He had 12 extractions . Not a recent condition!

He has a massive ear infections with rods. Not a recent condition !

He has dry eye ! Not a recent condition !

He is malnourished. Not a recent condition !

He is balding with a skin infection . Not a recent condition !

He remaining hair was all mats. Not a recent condition !

All of these conditions have been medically addressed , and he is well on his way , to being Glad Sam. Sam is also neutered, micro chipped, up to date on his shots and on heartworm prevention.He is thought to be about 6 years young and 15 lbs.He is mostly a miniature poodle .

As Sweet Sam,  is also , good on a leash , great and loves humans and  other dogs . !!Even Silly Sam showed up , as he feels better playing with toys has come into his activities.

To welcome ,Sam to your heart and home, you must complete a VIP Rescue application.

Ena is thought to be a 4 years old and 17.5 lbs  She is most likely a PBGV . What is that you ask ? see for yourself !

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

Now that you know what she might be  ! Now about what we know . She is super sweet and very smart . Good on a leash , mostly house trained and good with humans and  dogs too !

She is current on her shots , micro chipped, spayed had a dental and is being treated for heartworm disease .

Because of this we are only accepting applications for loving pet parents within easy driving range to OUR vet in Palm Harbor . It is almost a 5 month treatment plan that requires about 5 TIME AND DATE  sensitive appointments . No changes once the program starts , PERIOD  !There are times when you will need to limit the exercise of Ena for the most successful results . Please carefully consider this before you apply .Please educate yourself on the disease prior to applying.

So if a loving PBGB is in your future ., please submit the required application ..

Nikki is , mostly likely, a doxie terrier mix . Thought to be one year old and only 13.5 lbs . She is current on her shots, micro chipped , on heartworm prevention  and spayed..

She is quite , docile for a puppy  and good with other dogs .. She doesn’t interact with them , but appears to have no fear and willing to engage when given the opportunity . She is fine on a leash and doing great with house training ..  She loves being near her human but is reserve when first meeting someone .. She is good in a car , and doggie kisses are freely give  !

To welcome Nikki to your heart and home you must submit your application .

Hi, My name is Pearl and I am a 10 year old maltipoo. I look like a stuffed animal, but I’m real!
My foster dads say I give good kisses. All day long I like to give kisses. I also love to lay next to you (or on you) and my favorite spot is up on the back of the couch. I am not very active and am perfectly happy just laying around. I get along well with my doggie sisters and brother cat. I need to still work on my house training, but I’ve been trying. A little patience and help and I’ll learn.
They say I’m going to want to live with someone who has lots of time to spend with me. I’m really small so I’d be better off with no small kids.
My eyesight in one eye isn’t so good (glaucoma)and I’m currently on meds for it. If it doesn’t get better I’ll have to have it operated on to take it out, but that won’t erase how cute I am.

Pearl is only 5.4 lbs. She is spayed, micro chipped, current on her shots, on heartworm prevention and had a dental with extractions .

To welcome PEARL to your heart and home you must submit an application !

Zealand is a super sweet 8 month , 8.8 lb doxie  mix . Her unconventional;ears , make her  stand out, one might say ! She is current on her shots , micro chipped, spayed ,and on heartworm prevention .

She is fun , playful , and very active  ! If you have the TIME  and ENERGY  for raising a puppy the time is now to apply .

Please  submit your application .

Goldie is thought to be a 5 year old 17.5 lb Shih tzu  mix . She is current on her shots spayed, micro chipped, had a dental and is on heartworm prevention .

As cute and fun as Goldie is she can have some challenges to correct . She is only suited for adoption by an experienced pet parent She wants to be in charge , of everything! Like the space around the human that is present and food guarding . She appears to be fond of female  humans , but men sometimes present as a snack opportunity.

While these behaviors are the obvious result in poor early socialization and no previous guidance they are correctable with appropriate training., She is best as an only child in an adult household only .

The bright side is , she can be lots of fun and has shown interest in toys that squeak . She is catching on to house training and is good on a leash .

To welcome Goldie Hawn to your heart and home please submit your application.

Otis is a docile and darling tri-color doxie ! Is about 14 lbs and thought to be just 7 years young . This little soul is current on his shots , micro chipped, neutered had a dental and is on heart worm prevention.

 He appears to be a loner and will avoid other dogs . He seeks out a quiet corner if there isn’t a vacancy along side his human on the couch . He has not  found a play or toy drive yet  ! He is however , successfully finding the route to take his business outside .

We have been told that he isn’t good around human men , but we have don’t been able to confirm that . He is quick to grab a spot on the couch when the opportunity arises  . Not kid or cat tested ! He appears to be good on a leash and has not yet found his voice .

It welcome Otis to your heart and home you must submit an application

Adam is thought to be a 10 year old 11 lb shih tzu. He is current on his shots , micro chipped had a dental, neutered and on heartwom prevention. He has limited vision and sports a couple benign little fatty tumors .

The good new is he  excels as a couch potato and does a perfect impression of an inanimate object . Easy going is an understatement. When reminded to go out side he is house trained. He is good on a leash , and is the perfect no muss no fuss companion pet . If a sweet senior is your desire , please consider Adam.

Please submit your application !

Myrtle is thought to be a nine year old going on 4 poodle terrier mix! She is about 17 lbs of fun ! Myrtle is current on her shots , spayed, micro chipped, on heartworm prevention and had a dental !

She is developing cataracts but is not vision impaired !

She is spunky and spry, playful and personable ,confident,cuddly and very curious ! She is doing ok with house training and is good on a leash. She doesn’t really engage with others dogs , so she is not the one for you if you are looking for a playmate for your current dog .

To welcome Myrtle to your house and home , you must submit your application

Dutchess is dancing with joy!  She is thought to be a terrier mix  5 to 6 years old, 17 lbs. of sweet, shy and cuddley.  She is good with other dogs but timid.  She is on heartworm prevention , current on her shots, micro chipped and spayed.  She is housebroken, leashed trained and talented with tricks.

To welcome Dutchess to your heart and home you complete an application

So much cuteness in one little dog !  Tippy Tap is thought to be a 11 month 12 lb terrier mix . She is current on her shots, spayed , micro chipped and on heartworm prevention.. Although she tested negative for heartworm , we  have her on heartworm watch , since she arrived with a sibling who tested positive for heartworm.

As darling as Tippy Tap is , she is FRIGHTENED of absolutely everything .  After a week  of the same safe foster home , she still hides. Because of this fear, we are only accepting applications , for experienced pet parents with out children in the home . She has made progress on house training

  You must submit a VIP RESCUE  application available at www.viprescue.org

Ibis is thought to be a 2 year old , 7 lb Chihuahua. He is neutered , current on his shots , micro chipped and on heartworm prevention.

Ibis is a classic chi ! Spirited, spunky , barky, playful,energetic, bossy and darling !!. He can be quite the snuggler too . He is master of zoom zoom  ! Good on a leash , and struggling in the house training arena .He is food motivated , so he will come around on his deficiencies !

He is best suited as an only child because he is presenting with all the indicators of resource guarding  ! All the toys are claimed and stashed and doesn’t want anyone else near the human .

He just loves to run and fetch  ! Fun is he thing .   To welcome this little power house to your heart and home please submit your application !

Are you looking for unconditional love and kisses galore?  A best buddy and shadow?  A playful, well-mannered, and affectionate companion?  Then Duke the snuggle-bear may be the one for you!

  At approximately 14 lbs., this silky terrier mix (?) will play “hard to get” upon first meeting, and prefers to make the first move, but will very quickly become your best friend and shadow!

At approximately 2 years young, Duke still has some playful pup left in him but also knows how to “chill” and will gladly snuggle up next to his favorite person. His favorite spot? Wherever his favorite person happens to be!   He will gladly share his home with another dog (not cat tested), but definitely loves human company.

He gets a B- for housetraining but is so smart and eager to learn, he should be earning his A+ once settled.   Duke loves leash walks and patiently allows you to harness him up to go exploring!  His excitement sometimes has him galloping ahead to lead the way but he quickly responds to corrections, and is very manageable.  Duke requests a fenced-in yard, no very young children, and someone to take him on his daily walks so that he can explore all the world has to offer.

 Duke is neutered, current on vaccines, micro chipped and on flea and heartworm preventatives.

 To welcome Duke into your home, please complete an adoption application at www.VIPRescue.org.