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Augie is about 3.5 years-old, 65 lbs, neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and fee-sponsored. He recently spent 3 months in foster care, so we know he's house-trained, non-destructive, and adores all humans, including kids.

Like most dogs who have lived in a shelter environment for so long, Augie now shows barrier and leash reactivity. However, he was recently dog-tested at the shelter and deemed to be dog tolerant/selective, though unskilled. If Augie is adopted into a home with other dogs, he'd benefit from slow, safe introductions.

Augie is starting to really struggle in the shelter, and all of his volunteer friends are desperate to help him finally find a home of his own. We're hoping that, like longtimers Sheba and Chevy, Augie's family is finally about to find him and show him the love he's been missing.

Augie is about 3.5 years-old, 65 lbs, neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and fee-sponsored. He recently spent 3 months in foster care, so we know he's house-trained, non-destructive, and adores all humans, including kids.

Like most dogs who have lived in a shelter environment for so long, Augie now shows barrier and leash reactivity. However, he was recently dog-tested at the shelter and deemed to be dog tolerant/selective, though unskilled. If Augie is adopted into a home with other dogs, he'd benefit from slow, safe introductions.

Augie is starting to really struggle in the shelter, and all of his volunteer friends are desperate to help him finally find a home of his own. We're hoping that, like longtimers Sheba and Chevy, Augie's family is finally about to find him and show him the love he's been missing.

Augie is about 3.5 years-old, 65 lbs, neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and fee-sponsored. He recently spent 3 months in foster care, so we know he's house-trained, non-destructive, and adores all humans, including kids.

Like most dogs who have lived in a shelter environment for so long, Augie now shows barrier and leash reactivity. However, he was recently dog-tested at the shelter and deemed to be dog tolerant/selective, though unskilled. If Augie is adopted into a home with other dogs, he'd benefit from slow, safe introductions.

Santa Fe Animal Shelter prefers in-person adoptions to ensure a perfect fit, but transport near Santa Fe, NM may be possible for the right person!

Jilly, a 2-year-old white boxer girl, and Boxer, a 3-year-old New Mexico Brown Dog boy, have a lot in common. They both arrived at Santa Fe Animal Shelter too-thin and justifiably shy around people, but they've also both blossomed after weeks of gentle TLC from staff and volunteers.

Trying to keep Hounds Around Town pretty mellow for these shy dogs, we opted for a quiet walk along the Nature Path. We forgot to factor in the menace that is springtime in Santa Fe, and all four of us wound up caught in a hail and thunderstorm. The dogs handled the whole thing with remarkable bravery and chill, so after booking it back to the car, we took them to Devargas Mall for pup cups and socializing. They each stopped foot traffic with their sweet requests for pets - Jilly and her signature pout were especially convincing, but darling Boxer snuck in some loving too 🤎

Jilly and Boxer are great in the car and on leash, seemingly do well with other dogs (bring yours in to see if it's a good fit), and deserve to be adored for the rest of their days. If you're thinking of adopting, please consider Jilly, Boxer, or one of the many incredible dogs at Santa Fe Animal Shelter!

I've gotten several comments and messages asking about Sheba - can't blame you! Our beautiful little weirdo was recently adopted, and we're all keeping our fingers and paws crossed that this time, it's a perfect fit. 🤞🐾

I figure that most of the folks here are familiar with the Akita challenges and quirks that Boris has shown - he lived with cats and dogs in his first home but may need a slow, careful introduction with new animals and humans. Boris is house-trained and great on leash (though sometimes takes breaks to lie down and demand belly rubs).

Boris is neutered, vaccinated, and available for fee-sponsored adoption through Santa Fe Animal Shelter. To ensure a perfect fit, the shelter does require in-person adoption and would like to provide some additional counseling to ensure the adopter feels comfortable supporting this magical boy. The shelter staff is available by phone or email, 505-983-4309, adoptions@sfhumanesociety.org

Akita rescues have been contacted but are, like most rescues, quite full! Boris is currently in the market for a foster or adopter, not donations.