u/Californiashelterpet

He was adopted… and then returned to Downey ACC on 8/31/26 because his owner said he was “too much for her” - because he didn’t bark and didn’t follow commands.

Why are shelter dogs expected to be perfect?
He just needed a little time and patience.
And someone who is willing to work with him and spend time with him.

Now Spike is scheduled for euthanasia for space any moment and he’s already past his deadline!

Spike #A5794863  6yr Neutered German Shep 73 lbs

Owner surrender notes:
Why are you turning in your dog: “Too much for me”, doesn’t bark and doesn’t follow commands
Favorite activity: unknown
Favorite toys: unknown
Lived with small dogs, housebroken, crate trained, lives with kids and was tolerant, good in the car, walks politely on leash, doesn’t know any Tricks

At the shelter, Spike was friendly and easy to leash and remove from his kennel. He showed a neutral posture and soft tail wag, and he calmly sniffed and followed the other dogs during his assessment.

He has LOW energy and was tolerant of the dogs in the yard but started to mount them.
He may do best as the only dog or with slow introductions and a experienced handler.

He doesn’t need to be perfect.

He doesn’t need to know tricks.

He needs someone willing to give him the time, patience and training he deserved all along.

Because being quiet shouldn’t be a death sentence.

SPIKE NEEDS A FOSTER, RESCUE OR RESPONSIBLE ADOPTER NOW.

Can you foster, rescue or responsibly adopt him?

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Rescues:
DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

Please SHARE this Reel. One share could put Spike in front of the person who can save his life.

When the shelter found Max’s microchip and contacted his family, there was a chance to bring this beautiful boy home.

Instead, they chose to sign him over to the shelter although they knew he will be euthanized if no one comes to adopt him.

No one came and now Max is out of time

Max #A5792107 1yr neutered  belg mali 62 lbs.

🚨His final notice expired on 8/24, and he is now scheduled to be euthanized for space at any moment. 🚨

And the heartbreaking thing is… Max is such a sweet boy.

He is a young, 62-lbs Belgian Malinois who loves attention, enjoys playing, and has the sweetest little habit of bringing you his bowl to you for treats. 🥺

Max needs the right home. He has done well with playful female dogs, and his shelter assessment showed that he can be easily redirected and handled. He is selective with male dogs and needs an adult-only home or with calm, older children.

He needs someone patient enough and willing to give him structure, training and time.

He doesn’t know that his family chose not to take him home.

He doesn’t know that his next day could be his last.

🚨 MAX NEEDS A FOSTER OR RESPONSIBLE ADOPTER ASAP. 🚨

➡️ Message me
📧 Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
📱 (657) 424-7580

RESCUES:
📧 DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA 90242

Please share Max.
Maybe the person who sees this is the person Max has been waiting for all along. 🥺

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After 8 YEARS with her family, 8-year-old Lucy is now sitting in a kennel at Downey ACC.

🚨Her final notice expired and she is scheduled to be euthanized tomorrow morning 8/21🚨

Can you foster or responsibly adopt Lucy?
➡️📧 Message @californiashelterpets or email: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
Or text: (657) 424-7580 asap

Lucy was surrendered on 7/6/26 following a scuffle with a small dog in the home (the small dog was not injured but no further details were given). She is great and very playful with large dogs though.

She lived with children ages 11–13 and was playful. She rides well in the car. She walks politely on leash. She knows sit and paw. Her favorite thing to play with? A BALL. 🎾

And shelter staff saw another side of her, too.

During her assessment, Lucy was nervous and somewhat concerned with handling—but once it was over, her entire posture softened. She sought engagement with the handler and even offered play bows.

And on 8/11, Lucy participated in playgroup. She was described as social and non-reactive, exchanged appropriate greetings with other dogs, played with them, and solicited affection from the handlers.

She is large-dog friendly, but needs a home without small dogs. Adults only or older children are recommended. Slow introductions and confidence-building would help her settle in and feel secure.

Lucy is 8 years old.

She spent eight years belonging to someone.

Now she’s waiting behind a kennel door, hoping someone will believe that her story isn’t over.

Lucy #A5787598. 8yr-old spayed German Shepherd / Husky mix 56 lbs
No small dogs
Large dogs okay
Adults/older children recommended

Rescues:
DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave,Downey,CA 90242

#shelterdogsofinstagram #losangelesdogs

Please SHARE Lucy. Her next person may be out there—but they need to see her first. ❤️‍🩹

Sometimes you tell them “you’re going to be okay” knowing you don’t have the power to make it true.

Nico is only 2 years old.

Just two weeks ago, he had a family.
Then he was left behind at a high kill shelter because he became too much work.

Now he is sitting in a kennel, frightened and overwhelmed, trying to make sense of a world that suddenly changed.

And tomorrow will be the end of his story.

Nico is showing fear in ways that are understandably concerning in a shelter environment. He has been defensive with handling, reactive behind barriers, and he is not comfortable around other dogs. He must go to an adult-only home with no other dogs or to a experienced, responsible person who can slowly introduce him to other dogs and who understands fearful German Shepherds and is willing to give him time, structure, patience, and professional guidance.

But there is something important in his evaluation, too.

Once he was safely leashed, Nico walked well on leash. He calmly explored the yard and sniffed his surroundings. He tolerated having his ears and teeth checked and allowed handling of his paws, even while tense and wary.

He wasn’t a dog who simply wanted to hurt everyone around him.

He was a deeply frightened dog searching for a way out.

He paced, looked toward the fence and kept searching for an exit.

And when another dog approached him, his fear escalated.

This is a plea not to let the most frightened version of a 2-year-old dog in a stressful shelter become the only version he ever gets to be.

Nico needs someone who understands that fear can take time to work through.

Unfortunately, he may not have that time.

If you can foster or responsibly adopt Nico, please don’t wait.

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📧 Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
📱 (657) 424-7580

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After 8 YEARS with her family, 8-year-old Lucy is now sitting in a kennel at Downey ACC.

Lucy was surrendered on 7/6/26 following a scuffle with a small dog in the home. Lucy now has a No small Dogs requirement.

But there is so much more to Lucy than that one piece of her history.

She lived with children ages 11–13 and was playful. She rides well in the car. She walks politely on leash. She knows sit and paw. Her favorite thing to play with? A BALL. 🎾

And shelter staff saw another side of her, too.

During her assessment, Lucy was nervous and somewhat concerned with handling—but once it was over, her entire posture softened. She sought engagement with the handler and even offered play bows.

And on 8/11, Lucy participated in playgroup. She was described as social and non-reactive, exchanged appropriate greetings with other dogs, played with them, and solicited affection from the handlers.

She is large-dog friendly, but needs a home without small dogs. Adults only or older children are recommended. Slow introductions and confidence-building would help her settle in and feel secure.

Lucy is 8 years old.

She spent eight years belonging to someone.

Now she’s waiting behind a kennel door, hoping someone will believe that her story isn’t over.

Please don’t let one incident become the only thing anyone sees when they look at Lucy.

Lucy #A5787598. 8yr-old spayed German Shepherd / Husky mix 56 lbs
No small dogs
Large dogs okay
Adults/older children recommended

Can you foster or responsibly adopt Luna?
➡️📧 Message @californiashelterpets or email: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
Or text: (657) 424-7580 asap

Rescues:
DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave,Downey,CA 90242

First his family left him behind.Then the shelter kept him out of public view & blocked access to film him.
Now he’s scheduled to be euthanized for space.

Invisible dogs don’t get saved.
How is a dog supposed to get adopted if no one can see him & if he’s hidden?

Pls Share Xanny.

He urgently needs:
• A foster
• A rescue
• Or a responsible adopter anywhere in the USA (out of state possible)
•Pledges for his care
•Shares to get seen

Can you foster or responsibly adopt him?

➡️📧 CONTACT INFO: Message me, text (858) 789-3903, or email Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com asap

Xanny #A5790607 4yr Male GSD 93 lbs.
Owner surrendered 7/21/26 due to landlord

Notes:
(Many dogs will be very scared during a assessment and will not show their true self until they are in a safe environment.)

Xanny greeted the runner nicely with a relaxed demeanor & was easy to leash/remove from the kennel soliciting petting during the process. He greeted the dogs at the barrier & was guided into the play yard. He allowed the dogs to gather & sniff him but appeared uncomfortable with face-to-face greetings. He became tense with the dogs around his face & moved away on his own. He continued to explore the yard sniffing various locations. As he explored he allowed the dogs to sniff his rear as he did the same then moved on. He approached the handlers a few times soliciting petting from them. He continued to roam the yard primarily keeping to himself or with the handlers. As he was roaming Xanny & another dog got into a scuffle. The handlers were able to separate them.The handler spent some time with Xanny. As they sat on the bench he approached & nuzzled their hand for petting & leaned into their hand. Xanny allowed the handler to examine his ears, mouth, abdomen, back, lower extremities, and tail without incident. He continued to solicit petting post assessment

Rescues:
DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave,Downey,CA 90242

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14 years.
That’s how long Lobo had his family.
And then, after an entire lifetime with the people he knew and loved, they surrendered him to a high k*ll shelter.

Now Lobo #A5789645 is 14 years old, sad, alone, and visibly heartbroken. He is struggling in the shelter environment, and watching a senior dog like him deteriorate in this way is devastating.

He spends his last days on a concrete kennel floor, lying in his own urine and feces.

A 14-year-old senior German Shepherd.

He should be sleeping on a soft bed. He should be surrounded by love. He should be spending his final years feeling safe and cherished.

Instead, he lost his family and found himself in a shelter.

We don’t know how much time Lobo has left. But we do know that he deserves for whatever time he has remaining to be filled with dignity, comfort, and love.

Can you foster or responsibly adopt Lobo?

Please contact us if you can help:
DM me
Email: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
And pls fill out the foster application on our page (link in bio)

LOBO A5789645
14 years old • Male German Shepherd • 80 lbs

RESCUES:
DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave
Downey, CA

Please don’t scroll past this old boy.

Please help us make sure Lobo’s story doesn’t end on a concrete shelter floor and share Lobo. Someone out there may be the person who can give him the safe, loving home he has been waiting for.

#seniorshelterdog #adoptaseniordog #losangelesdogs #seenequalssaved

I’M BOWIE…MY LANDLORD SAID I HAD TO GO… SO I LOST MY FAMILY. AND TOMORROW I WILL LOSE MY LIFE 💔

My name is Bowie. I’m only 2 years old.
On July 18, my family surrendered me because of their landlord. I went from having a home and a family to being alone in a shelter… and I’m struggling here.

I’m being kept in a lonely kennel out of public view… The shelter environment overwhelms me. I’m easily startled, and when I’m scared, I try to get away. I may bark defensively when I feel trapped, but when given time, patience, and a slow approach, I can settle. I allowed handling and a full exam without incident.

But I‘m just so scared and confused and don’t understand why I ended up here.. I don’t understand why my family left me behind..
I need someone who understands that fear is not the same thing as aggression. Someone patient enough to let me decompress. Someone willing to help me build confidence and learn that I’m safe.

But right now, I’m out of time.

🆘My final notice expired yesterday 8/3 and I can be euthanized any moment! Even today 🆘

BOWIE #A5790069
2-yr old female GSD, 60 lbs

Bowie is recommended for a calm, medium-energy home with no other dogs or someone experienced who can knows how to slowly introduce

Could you be the person who saves Bowie?

Can you foster or responsibly adopt her?
Please contact us if you can help:
➡️ DM @californiashelterpets
📧 or Email: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
And pls fill out the foster app on our page (link in bio)

Rescues please email:
DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

Please share Bowie

#fosteringsaveslives #adoptdontshopcalifornia

Urgent! All the dogs in this video have been CLEARED for euthanasia at the Downey Animal Care Center located in Southern California - starting TOMORROW! Each of these dogs are insanely sweet, friendly, & happy to be alive; some are very scared but they have no idea the fate that awaits them. Their only "crime" was being dumped at an overflowing, high k*ll shelter in SoCal. The only way that these dogs have any chance of making it out alive is by getting this video SEEN.
The easiest and best way we can do that is by liking, commenting, & sharing this video to our stories! You can also download it and post it to your local Nextdoor Accounts, Facebook, Reddit etc. - if you're watching this and have been considering adopting a dog, NOW is the time. These dogs are literally on borrowed time and need saviors now.
Out of state adoptions are possible.

🧸Bowie A5790069 2yr Female
🌸Posey A5784844 3yr Female
❄️Cheetos A5787748 3yr Male
💫Franky A5782949 2yr Male
🍀Hercules A5574232 3yr Male
🦌Bambi A5787589 8yr Female
🦋Missy A5788269 8yr Female
🦦Ludwig A5791544 5yr Male
🦖Rangler A5790305 1yr Male
🫍Sharky A5789404 4yr Male

For more info or if you foster or responsibly adopt one of these dogs,
Please contact us (as the shelter doesn’t support fosters):
➡️ DM me
📧 or Email: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
And pls fill out the foster app on our page (link in bio)

If you’re local in SoCal, you can visit them at the shelter and contact the shelter directly

📍SHELTER ADDRESS:
Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Avenue
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 940-6898
Open Monday-Saturday 11:00 AM to 5:00PM
Rescues Email: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov
QUESTIONS CAN BE ANSWERED 24/7 at: (562)940-6898 (LA County Animal Control phone staff)

XENA #A5574234
68.20LBS SPAYED AUST CATTLE DOG 3 YRS
HERCULES #A5574232. 75.00LBS
NEUTERED AUST CATTLE DOG 3 YRS

Hercules and Xena came in together from the same home and were sadly kept outside their whole life. They were surrendered after they attacked the owners cat. Both are RO

If you can foster, adopt, or rescue one of them, please act immediately.

Message me or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
Text: 657-424-7580

XENA
In playgroups She roamed the yard, keeping to herself as much as possible. She anxiously looked around for a way out of the yard before jumping on the table to avoid the other dogs. She was moved to the side yard with a small group of calm dogs, where she briefly greeted them before jumping on the bench to rest in the sun. She did not engage in play with the other dogs, but was able to coexist with a group of calm dogs with no issues.
She allowed the handler to pet her whole body with no issues.
She remained easy to handle throughout the assessment, and continued to solicit petting. No small dogs other large calm dogs ok

HERCULES
In playgroups Hercules received a muzzle prior to entering the yard due to his tense posture and growling at the dogs through the fence. Hercules was allowed into the yard, where he ignored the dogs, exhibiting a tense posture as he walked past them. He chose to stand next to the handlers, occasionally soliciting affection. For the rest of the session, Hercules remained next to the handlers, barking at the dogs when they came into proximity. Once the session concluded, he was separated from the group to begin the handling assessment. The handler was able to conduct a full evaluation without incident. Hercules was tolerant of handling of his ears, mouth, abdomen, and front legs. However, handling of his tail and rear legs became difficult as he shielded them in a seated position while observing the handler. He was returned to his kennel without issue.

RESCUES: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

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XENA #A5574234
68.20LBS SPAYED AUST CATTLE DOG 3 YRS
HERCULES #A5574232. 75.00LBS
NEUTERED AUST CATTLE DOG 3 YRS

Hercules and Xena came in together from the same home and were sadly kept outside their whole life. They were surrendered after they attacked the owners cat. Both are RO

If you can foster, adopt, or rescue one of them, please act immediately.

Message me or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
Text: 657-424-7580

XENA
In playgroups She roamed the yard, keeping to herself as much as possible. She anxiously looked around for a way out of the yard before jumping on the table to avoid the other dogs. She was moved to the side yard with a small group of calm dogs, where she briefly greeted them before jumping on the bench to rest in the sun. She did not engage in play with the other dogs, but was able to coexist with a group of calm dogs with no issues.
She allowed the handler to pet her whole body with no issues.
She remained easy to handle throughout the assessment, and continued to solicit petting. No small dogs other large calm dogs ok

HERCULES
In playgroups Hercules received a muzzle prior to entering the yard due to his tense posture and growling at the dogs through the fence. Hercules was allowed into the yard, where he ignored the dogs, exhibiting a tense posture as he walked past them. He chose to stand next to the handlers, occasionally soliciting affection. For the rest of the session, Hercules remained next to the handlers, barking at the dogs when they came into proximity. Once the session concluded, he was separated from the group to begin the handling assessment. The handler was able to conduct a full evaluation without incident. Hercules was tolerant of handling of his ears, mouth, abdomen, and front legs. However, handling of his tail and rear legs became difficult as he shielded them in a seated position while observing the handler. He was returned to his kennel without issue.

RESCUES: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

XENA #A5574234
68.20LBS SPAYED AUST CATTLE DOG 3 YRS
HERCULES #A5574232. 75.00LBS
NEUTERED AUST CATTLE DOG 3 YRS

Hercules and Xena came in together from the same home and were sadly kept outside their whole life. They were surrendered after they attacked the owners cat. Both are RO

If you can foster, adopt, or rescue one of them, please act immediately.

Message me or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
Text: 657-424-7580

XENA
In playgroups She roamed the yard, keeping to herself as much as possible. She anxiously looked around for a way out of the yard before jumping on the table to avoid the other dogs. She was moved to the side yard with a small group of calm dogs, where she briefly greeted them before jumping on the bench to rest in the sun. She did not engage in play with the other dogs, but was able to coexist with a group of calm dogs with no issues.
She allowed the handler to pet her whole body with no issues.
She remained easy to handle throughout the assessment, and continued to solicit petting. No small dogs other large calm dogs ok

HERCULES
In playgroups Hercules received a muzzle prior to entering the yard due to his tense posture and growling at the dogs through the fence. Hercules was allowed into the yard, where he ignored the dogs, exhibiting a tense posture as he walked past them. He chose to stand next to the handlers, occasionally soliciting affection. For the rest of the session, Hercules remained next to the handlers, barking at the dogs when they came into proximity. Once the session concluded, he was separated from the group to begin the handling assessment. The handler was able to conduct a full evaluation without incident. Hercules was tolerant of handling of his ears, mouth, abdomen, and front legs. However, handling of his tail and rear legs became difficult as he shielded them in a seated position while observing the handler. He was returned to his kennel without issue.

RESCUES: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

XENA #A5574234
68.20LBS SPAYED AUST CATTLE DOG 3 YRS
HERCULES #A5574232. 75.00LBS
NEUTERED AUST CATTLE DOG 3 YRS

Hercules and Xena came in together from the same home and were sadly kept outside their whole life. They were surrendered after they attacked the owners cat. Both are RO

If you can foster, adopt, or rescue one of them, please act immediately.

Message me or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
Text: 657-424-7580

XENA
In playgroups She roamed the yard, keeping to herself as much as possible. She anxiously looked around for a way out of the yard before jumping on the table to avoid the other dogs. She was moved to the side yard with a small group of calm dogs, where she briefly greeted them before jumping on the bench to rest in the sun. She did not engage in play with the other dogs, but was able to coexist with a group of calm dogs with no issues.
She allowed the handler to pet her whole body with no issues.
She remained easy to handle throughout the assessment, and continued to solicit petting. No small dogs other large calm dogs ok

HERCULES
In playgroups Hercules received a muzzle prior to entering the yard due to his tense posture and growling at the dogs through the fence. Hercules was allowed into the yard, where he ignored the dogs, exhibiting a tense posture as he walked past them. He chose to stand next to the handlers, occasionally soliciting affection. For the rest of the session, Hercules remained next to the handlers, barking at the dogs when they came into proximity. Once the session concluded, he was separated from the group to begin the handling assessment. The handler was able to conduct a full evaluation without incident. Hercules was tolerant of handling of his ears, mouth, abdomen, and front legs. However, handling of his tail and rear legs became difficult as he shielded them in a seated position while observing the handler. He was returned to his kennel without issue.

RESCUES: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

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Butterfinger A5784854 isn’t acting like a dog who grew up on the streets.

He’s around 3–4 years old, beautifully groomed, healthy-looking, and appears to have been loved. The heartbreaking part is that he was found without a microchip, so his family may not even know where he is.

At the shelter, he’s terrified.
Every time staff takes him into the yard, he doesn’t play. He doesn’t relax. He searches every fence and every gate, trying to find a way out.

And the devastating truth is that he has every reason to be afraid.

🆘Butterfinger is scheduled to be euthanized in just a few hours.🆘

His life can still be saved, but only if we find an experienced German Shepherd foster and raise the funds needed for transport, training if necessary, and veterinary care.

A foster can be located anywhere in California, anywhere in the U.S., or even on the East Coast. Transport can be arranged.

Please don’t scroll past him.

If you can foster, rescue, pledge, donate, or simply share this post, you could be the reason Butterfinger gets the chance to leave the shelter alive instead of in a black trash bag.

If you can foster, adopt, or rescue Butterfinger, please act immediately. Even sharing his story could reach the one person who changes everything.

Message @californiashelterpets or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
Text: 657-424-7580

📩 RESCUES pls email: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

Butterfinger #A5784854  4yr male German shepherd 78 lbs.
Stray 6/22/26

Friendly in the yard, fearful / frozen in his kennel, medium energy, tolerant of other calm (large & medium) dogs (shelter doesn’t test with small dogs), adults only or older, gentle children recommended

Please share. Time is running out. ❤️

Butterfinger A5784854 isn’t acting like a dog who grew up on the streets.

He’s around 3–4 years old, beautifully groomed, healthy-looking, and appears to have been loved. The heartbreaking part is that he was found without a microchip, so his family may not even know where he is.

At the shelter, he’s terrified.
Every time staff takes him into the yard, he doesn’t play. He doesn’t relax. He searches every fence and every gate, trying to find a way out.

And the devastating truth is that he has every reason to be afraid.

🆘Butterfinger is scheduled to be euthanized in just a few hours.🆘

His life can still be saved, but only if we find an experienced German Shepherd foster and raise the funds needed for transport, training if necessary, and veterinary care.

A foster can be located anywhere in California, anywhere in the U.S., or even on the East Coast. Transport can be arranged.

Please don’t scroll past him.

If you can foster, rescue, pledge, donate, or simply share this post, you could be the reason Butterfinger gets the chance to leave the shelter alive instead of in a black trash bag.

If you can foster, adopt, or rescue Butterfinger, please act immediately. Even sharing his story could reach the one person who changes everything.

Message @californiashelterpets or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
Text: 657-424-7580

📩 RESCUES pls email: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

Butterfinger #A5784854  4yr male German shepherd 78 lbs.
Stray 6/22/26

Friendly in the yard, fearful / frozen in his kennel, medium energy, tolerant of other calm (large & medium) dogs (shelter doesn’t test with small dogs), adults only or older, gentle children recommended

Please share. Time is running out. ❤️

His to family chose to surrender him after he didn’t get along with their small dog.Instead of trying to fix the problem,they rather got rid of him..

🆘His final notice already expired.
His time has run out and he is scheduled to be euthanized tomorrow morning if no foster or adopter will be found 🆘

Arlo A5779814  1yr Male Shepsky 72 lbs.

Surrender notes:
Very attentive to things around, he loves watching birds, he loves stuffed animals and although he’s big, he loves to cuddle
He was friendly with larger dogs / a German shepherd in particular, but didn’t do well with smaller dogs
Playful with children, good in the car, pulls on leash and barks at other dogs on walks,
Knows commands: sit, paw, wait, take it
His favorite toys are stuffies and his favorite activities: tug of war and playing with stuffies

On 5/27/26 A5779814 climbed out of its enclosure and had an incident with the 3 year old Dachshund causing a little wound to the right shoulder.

The behaviors described today reflect the dog’s responses in a shelter environment. It may differ significantly from how they behave in a home.
Arlo (Intact) was at the front of the kennel with a calm demeanor when the runner arrived. He allowed himself to
be leashed with ease and then exited the kennel on his own. However, Arlo was barking toward his neighboring kennels,
with a tense posture along the way. Arlo was then allowed into the yard, where he stood with a stiff posture as he was greeted by some of the dogs. Arlo then
lunged toward one of the dogs but stopped when the handler intervened with a correction tool.
He was unable to coexist peacefully in the yard and was then returned to his kennel; however, firm leash guidance was needed as he refused to enter on his own.

Can you foster or responsibly adopt him?

Message me or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com

📩 RESCUES pls email: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

🆘His final notice already expired.
His time has run out and he is scheduled to be euthanized tomorrow morning if no foster or adopter will be found today 🆘

Arlo A5779814  1yr Male Shepsky 72 lbs.

Owner surrender notes:
Very attentive to things around, he loves watching birds, he loves stuffed animals and although he’s big, he loves to cuddle
He was friendly with larger dogs / a German shepherd in particular, but didn’t do well with smaller dogs
Playful with children, good in the car, pulls on leash and barks at other dogs on walks,
Knows commands: sit, paw, wait, take it
His favorite toys are stuffies and his favorite activities: tug of war and playing with stuffies

On 5/27/26 A5779814 climbed out of its enclosure and attacked the 3 year old Dachshund causing a bite wound to the right shoulder.

The behaviors described today reflect the dog’s responses in a shelter environment. It may differ significantly from how they behave in a home.
Arlo (Intact) was at the front of the kennel with a calm demeanor when the runner arrived. He allowed himself to
be leashed with ease and then exited the kennel on his own. However, Arlo was barking toward his neighboring kennels,
with a tense posture along the way. Arlo was then allowed into the yard, where he stood with a stiff posture as he was greeted by some of the dogs. Arlo then
lunged toward one of the dogs but stopped when the handler intervened with a correction tool.
He was unable to coexist peacefully in the yard and was then returned to his kennel; however, firm leash guidance was needed as he refused to enter on his own. Due to his offensive behavior, Arlo could benefit from a
home without other dogs.

Can you foster or responsibly adopt him?

Message me or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com

📩 RESCUES pls email: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA
Phone: (562) 940-6898

Sanchez was given a few minutes & he didn’t “perform” the way a “good dog” was expected to.
He didn’t do well with other dogs.
That one moment became a label.

🚨Now, instead of getting the chance to find the right home, he’s scheduled to be euthanized tomorrow morning.🚨

Sanchez #A5780931 3yr Male GSD 70 lbs.

The behaviors described reflect the dog’s responses in a stressful shelter environment. A dog’s behavior in a high euthanasia shelter may differ significantly from how they behave in a home. Stress, confinement &unfamiliar surroundings can cause dogs to act out—or suppress behaviors that may emerge later. A dog’s behavior may change based on surroundings, training, medical, socialization &life experiences.

Sanchez was wearing a muzzle when the handler began the assessment. He approached the handler with a neutral body &allowed the handler to
pet his head, neck &back. When the handler tried to pet him anywhere else, his body tensed &he became extremely antsy. He laid down, rolled over, jumped up & tried to run away. He was difficult to restrain, but the handler was able to calm him down &continue petting his back. A dog happened to walk close to the catch pen at that point &Sanchez lunged across the handler while attempting to bite the other dog. He was still wearing the muzzle at this point.
After that the handler was able to remove the muzzle &return Sanchez to his kennel with no issues.

He was unable to coexist with the other dogsin the yard &has a medium energy level.

Sanchez just needs one person willing to love him for who he is &another chance.

He is being kept out of public view, so many of the people who could save him may never even know he exists.

Some dogs aren’t meant to live with other dogs.
That doesn’t make them unworthy.
And it certainly shouldn’t make tomorrow their last day.

🚨 Sanchez urgently needs a foster or adopter.
• No other dogs
• Shepherd experience preferred
• Anywhere in the USA

If you can help, pls

Dm me or
EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com

RESCUES: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📌Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave
Downey,CA

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