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.

Foxy is though to be a 8 year old 8.8 lb Papillon. She really  is that cute !

She is current on her shots , spayed, micro chipped  , had a dental and is on heartworm prevention. She is VERY shy and scared  . Her life was turned upside down after having a fabulous start in life and divorce hit her family .

She appears to be housetrained .. Foxy is very afraid of dogs larger than her and loud noises  .  She is gentle and simply loves the lap life  . She is best suited for a quiet adult only home .

To welcome Foxy to you heart and home , you MUST  submit an application.

Teka is thought to be 9 years young . She is a tiny little one weighing in at only 5.5 lbs. She arrived with one puppy.

She is now spayed, current on her shots, micro chipped , on heartworm preventioninfo@vip and had a dental with extractions . She has luxating patella, which is a bad knee.Currently , surgery is not an option. She is on anti inflammatory medications . If the meds help , we will put the surgery back as an option.

Teka is absolutely darling! All she wants to do hi be with her human. She loves to cuddle and lay next to you . She is house trained , good on a leash , loves other dog and men also ! She is not a barker. She is perfect for condo living !

We are accepting applications from loving adult only homes , that leave in range of our vet in Palm Harbor . This is because , if knee surgery becomes an option , we will cover the cost of the surgery at our vet only .

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

Rainy,though to  a Jack Russel/Beagle..something.  She is an energetic playful 1 year young pup about 14 lbs .  She became a mama very early in her life, she raised 5 beautiful puppies, she is wonderful and an attentive mama.    She is great on the leash, loves to go for walks and is very good at pointing out squirrels.   She loves toys and her dog bed.   She is a happy girl and good with other pups.  Her pups are all spoken for and now it is her turn . ! She is on heartworm prevent and will be spayed , vaccinated and micro chipped before she moves to her forever home . We are now accepting applications for her adoption in about 7 day !

You must complete an application !

Ninja is though to be a one year old , 12 lb chi/doxie mix . He is current on his shots, neutered micro chipped and on heartwom prevention.

He is mostly house trained . He has not  interacted with other dogs yet , but then again he hasn’t rejected them either . He is very calm and super sweet .Ninja is a bit shy at first , but he has a very gentle approach . He is already showing an interest in toys and is quite curious out side .

You must complete an application and make sure your vet answers the phone for a reference check phone call. His foster parents will have their acceptable terms of meet and greet options, during your phone interview .

Jingles is thought to be a poodle mix . He is about 2 years old and a thin 14.5 lbs. He is current on his shots , neutered , micro chipped had a dental and  is on heartwom prevention.

He is exceptionally timid , and challenged to warm up to people . HOWEVER . when he does , he is simply lovely to be around . He is good with other dogs and is doing great on house training .

He is best suited for a home that will give him time to decompress , learn  the routine  and build his confidence  with life enhancement classes .

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

Let’s double down with cuteness !!

Maggie and Mae are a bonded pair of 3 year old long hair chis . Their combined weight is less than 8 lbs. ! Both are current on their shots , spayed and on heartworm prevention.

Maggie and Mae’s mom passed away suddenly , but they were spared the horrors of the public shelter experience , because of fast and effective action by our rescue group.

The girls are fun loving and enjoy rides in their stroller .

To welcome this bonded pair to your heart and home , you must submit your application !

Geno is thought to be a 2 year old, 7.5 lb shih tzu mix . He is current on his shots, neutered, micro chipped and on heartworm prevention. .

Geno is a very friendly dog, gets along well with people, other dogs and is 90% house trained. Loves to snuggle up to you. follows you around the house like a shadow.

To welcome Geno to your heart and home please submit your application !

Anny is thought to be a doxie wire hair terrier mix. She is just 7 years young and a giant 12 lbs. Life hasn’t always been kind to Anny , but she is looking for better tomorrows.

She is current on her shots, spayed, had a dental with extractions and is on heartworm prevention.

Anny is having a great time exploring her new foster home. She has a positive reaction to human males and has an easy , take it or leave it attitude about other dogs . Exploring is always a great sign with foster dogs! It means adventure is on their mind.

Thanks to The Sandy Paws Grooming spa for the gentle clean up .

Be sure to get your application in, so it can be approved before her debut at our next adoption event , Saturday 2/29 at the Largo Petsmart

Ever so darling ,Andre is only 7 years young and a modest 14.4 lbs. He is thought to be a shih tzu mix. He is current on his shots ,  neutered micro chipped and on heartworm prevention.

Andre also has cataracts .. However , he is NOT vision  impaired. Typically , there are 3 reasons for that condition, age diabetes and genetics. We had him tested for diabetes and he is not diabetic. He is only 7 ish , so he is not old.  , So genetics, most likely is the source, As a matter of fact , it gets around very nicely !

He is super charming , very friendly, loves people is great , on a leash , good with other dogs , and gets a high ranking on house training.He is not much of a barker , but will certainly , join the choir, when the tribe calls .

To welcome Andre to your heart and home , you must submit your application. Thanks to the Hairy Hound for the fresh groom !

Pepe Le Pew is thought to be a 9 month old 7.5 lb some sort of poodle, terrier, skunk  , something something mix !  He is current on his shots , neutered,micro chipped and on heartworm prevention

We have been told he doesn’t like kids, and likes most adults, unless of course he doesn’t !  Let’s just leave it as “selective” !

When he lays out the charm he is as charming as his name sake .  If you wait , to hear more about him , you will miss the boat !. Submit your application  ! Thanks to the Hairy Hound for the fresh groom !

 That’s all Folks !

WELL WELL WELL ! What do we have here ?  Brutus is thought to be … wait for it … poodle, Irish setter and shih tzu mix .. WOW , and there was a DNA test to state it  !

This handsome guy is 2 years young and all of 22 lbs. He is current on his shots, neutered ,micro chipped and on heartworm prevention .

He appears to be house trained , good with other dogs and good on a leash . Brutus needs help with confidence building and would benefit from joining you in an basic training class.

To welcome this little heart throb  , please submit your application !

Paul is an adorable 9 week old Chi mix . He is 5.9 lbs and ready to go !

He is age appropriate on his shots , neutered micro chipped and to young to be heart worm tested . He is well socialized , and willing to learn . To welcome Paul to you heart and home you must submit your application 

His adoption donation is $250.00

John is an adorable 9 week old Chi mix . He is 5.8 lbs and ready to go !

He is age appropriate on his shots , neutered micro chipped and too young  to be heart worm tested . He is well socialized , and willing to learn . To welcome John to you heart and home you must submit your application

His adoption donation is $250.00

Ringo is an adorable 9 week old Chi mix . He is 6.8 lbs and ready to go !

He is age appropriate on his shots , neutered micro chipped and to young to be heart worm tested . He is well socialized , and willing to learn . To welcome Ringo to you heart and home you must submit your application

His adoption donation is $250.00

George is an adorable 9 week old Chi mix . He is 6.8 lbs and ready to go !

He is age appropriate on his shots , neutered micro chipped and too young  to be heart worm tested . He is well socialized , and willing to learn . To welcome George to you heart and home you must submit your application

His adoption donation is $250.00

Flurry is thought to be a terrier mix. She is about one and a half years old .

She is current on her shots, micro chipped,spayed and on heartworm prevention. It appears that she had some skin issues but they are on the mend .

She is super sweet , gentle and very timid. Stay tuned as we learn more about Flurry !

Please submit your application

Orsen is thought to be a proud member of the distinctive group of  designer breeds . What exactly ? Good question . Maybe a little schnauzer, a drop of poodle , a dash of shih tzu !  None the less a cutie !

He is 13 lbs and about 7 years young . Orsen is current on his shots, micro chipped, neutered on heartworm prevention and had a dental .

He is a happy and friendly little guy . Appears to be good on a leash and good with other small dogs. Stay tuned as we learn more about Orsen..

Please submit your application

Manny is thought to b a Maltese, Chihuahua mix.  He is 1 year and 4 mos. 11 lbs, low to non shedding, his coat will require regular grooming.  He is crate trained, walks well on a leash and is mostly house trained.   Manny is very high energy, loves to play, especially loves to play ball.  He loves other dogs, but not cat tested.  He would do best in an active household and would do well with older, well mannered children.

Manny is current on his shots, neutered , micro chipped, and on heartworm prevention. To welcome Manny to your heart and home , you must submit your application .

Clair is a darling westie mix terrier. She is thought to be 2 years young and 20 lbs. She is current on her shots , micro chipped , spayed and being treated for heartworm disease . She is good around  most dogs , and is fine on  a leash . She is a little shy but most newly rescued dogs are . We are accepting application for adoptions from loving families that can get her to OUR  vet in Palm Harbor for her TIME AND DATE SENSITIVE  treatment appointments . There are about 4 of them over a 5 month time line .

If that is you please submit your application !

This is Harry.  He came to VIP Rescue after being found wandering the streets of Northern Pasco County. This cutie is thought to be a pug mix, around 4 years old and 15 pounds.  He is good with other dogs mostly housetrained, affectionate, and loves to play ball. Harry is  neutered, micro chipped, had his shots , on heartworm prevention , had a dental  and treated for ear and skin infections. Now that he is healthy he’s looking forward to finding his forever home. Please submit your application

Meet Tiko ! or perhaps we should call him Mr Perfect !! Tiko is thought to be a 16 lb 9 year old poodle mix. He is current on his shots micro chipped, neutered , on heartworm prevention and had a dental .

This little charmer is good with other dogs, is house trained and used a doggie door. He is super friendly and really just wants to hang with his humans .. He is good on a leash also and is all in on car rides too !

Don’t hesitate on this one, he is a WINNER ! To welcome Tiko to your heart and home please submit your application