u/SoCal_Foster_Dogs

She’s very urgent, Downey Shelter is located just outside Los Angeles
Contact Irene

Castaneda1292@yahoo. com

💖6 year old female
💖lived with kids
💖prefers calmer dogs
💖may be defensive with high energy dogs
💖needs continued socialization
💖euthanasia listed

“The behaviors described today reflect the dog’s responses in an Animal Care Center environment and during assessment. A dog’s behavior in an Animal Care Center may differ significantly from how they behave in a home.”
Nala was initially cautious but was safely handled and generally tolerant during intake and assessment. In the play yard, she showed a mostly neutral, independent demeanor, preferring to keep distance from playful dogs. She had one brief scuffle after being jumped on, but handlers were able to redirect and separate her without difficulty. She appeared more relaxed in a quieter setting and was more comfortable with handler interaction than with other dogs.
During assessment, Nala was affectionate and allowed full handling, though she showed some sensitivity when her paws were examined.
Nala is recommended for public adoption, medium energy, and would likely do best in a calm home as the only pet. (no other dogs required)

To foster pls fill the app in my bio directly as shelter does not support fosters

Adoptions can be done in person.

Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave
Downey, CA 90242

(562) 658-2085
animalinfo@animalcare.lacounty.gov
daccdowneyrescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

His name is Forrest and he went through a lot to get here.

It’s one of those scenarios where it’s kind of like a final lap and he’s almost close to being home.

He was rescued by Girls Who Love Dogs from Downey shelter last year.

Because he had a fake adopter who wanted to make money off of him, they caught on quick and luckily, they did not put him on transport to the East Coast.

But instead, because no long term foster stepped up,
Forrest had to go to boarding. And let me just say this, he did not do well in a boarding kennel.

He tried getting out and would continually cause little cuts on his paws. When I caught wind of that, I asked the rescue if I could join in for supplemental support and the community donated so he can upgrade towards an incredible board & train program while we found a foster.

And a great one is found, but on June 7th, not only is she moving, but her schedule turns into 12 hour shifts because she works in the medical trauma unit.

She is located in the Long Beach area and we have a few more weeks to find him either long-term foster home or a forever home.

If anyone would like any more information, I can connect you to her, she can also set up the meet & greets.

Because of time and distance and having him stay close to the rescue, we are essentially looking for a loving SoCal home only at this time.

🐾 3yrs old
🐾 daydreams
🐾 low energy inside the home
🐾 enjoys walks but doesn’t like loud noises & is sensitive to that.
🐾 non reactive on leash
🐾 ok with very chill & tolerant dogs but might be best alone
🐾 great in car
🐾 house trained

Can be with another dog depending on temperament.
He can love a dog but get excited, kiss intensely and then cause another pup to be overstimulated depending on their temperament.
If they are chill and tolerant it can be a match.
Otherwise he can just kiss his owner & be content.

He’s a bit shorter than his videos, not necessarily a low rider, but maybe just a few inches taller.
He’s aloof and funny & affectionate at the same time.

Moo is located at Downey Shelter, I will upload the screenshot of his shelter post in the comment section.

Originally he was going to be transferred to Agoura shelter since they are sister shelters, which would give him more time so that networkers and a rescue can help find him a foster.

but Downey canceled the transfer because he has a few days left of his kennel cough and Agoura shelter is not allowed to have a dog who is still on meds be transferred to their shelter.

This sadly means that Moo has jumped up to extremely urgent on the list.

If you are able to foster him for a couple of months, please text one of the main Downey shelter volunteers Jenn immediately.

His last chance is to find someone within a day or two at most.

She will be able to connect to a rescue as his Hail Mary chance.

Jenn
310. 414.7068

A more detailed video of Ace’s freedom day.

We are looking for a 1-2 month foster for him before he boards a Wings of Rescue flight to his forever home on the East Coast.

He has a few more days left of finishing up his kennel cough meds (Doxy) at medical boarding.

His rescue is looking for a foster in SoCal who can lovingly take care of him.

He is 43 pounds, 1 years old, dog friendly with proper slow intro. The shelter listed him as a pittie mix.

Text Jenn for more behavioral notes
310.414.7068

Ace was nearly put down this morning & he knew what it meant to cross that freedom gate 🙏

If you’re interested in long-term fostering Ace, please message me for more info.

He is a 1 year-old 43lb puppy whose family moved and then left him at Downey shelter. Within the last few days, Ace was pushed to the top of the list to be euthanized.

It became a 36 hr around the clock collaborative effort to save this sweet boy who is now safe thanks to @puppycoalition @dogloverrescue @therealdavidchokachi & @jenncohen1

I first saw him a few nights away while scrolling; his eyes reminded me of Bruno who was saved from this very gate this time last year.

Thank you to all the Downey networkers who do this every single day, for @my_dexy_dex who filmed Ace to be seen on @share.for.love

Ace has kennel cough so he went to medical boarding & got to see a vet right away & ensure he’s receiving the right care.

Sometimes upper respiratory infections turn into pneumonia so he’s resting up for the week & healing before he can be fostered/adopted.

If you’re interested in long-term fostering Ace, please message me for more info.

Sharing more of our adventures from today, stayed tuned ✨✨✨

If you know anyone who has the availability to foster this 43lb of love sweetheart for 3-4 months under a legit rescue, someone who can commit and has the space and bandwidth to do that and not back out last minute like others do - please send Jenn a text for direct contact and to save time.

She’s one of the Downey euth list workers and will have much more information as she tries to find a rescue. Time is of the essence for him.

Jenn

310.414.7068

Copy & pasting the caption from his video:

“Ace

Dogs are dying 10-12 days after entering Downey shelter. Ace was surrendered 8 days ago and he is already pending euthanasia for space

His final notice expired today 4/24 🚨

He is such a good boy, only 1 years old, and needs very urgent help via adoption or foster + rescue to be saved

#A5770227 (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/a5770227/)

1yr, 43 lbs.

Owner Surrender 04/16/26 due to moving

Play Style: PUSH/PULL

Sociability: SOCIAL

Reactive: NON REACTIVE

Ken Handling: FRIENDLY/EASYTO REMOVE

ADULTS ONLY (REC)

LARGE DOGS OK

Following the introductions, Ace moved on to explore, sniffing the dogs he met along the way. Ace eventually engaged in play chase with some of the dogs.

He took brief breaks to solicit affection from the handlers.

For the rest of the session, Ace continued to socialize nicely with his new friends.

Once the session concluded, he remained in the yard to begin his handling assessment.

As he rested playfully on his back, the handler performed a full evaluation, examining his ears, mouth, abdomen, tail, and paws without issue.

Ace was mouthy with minimal pressure but easily corrected.

He displayed a relaxed posture, with an

open mouth pant, a soft gaze, a loose tail wag, and a natural ear set. Once the session concluded, he was allowed to return to the yard to continue socializing with the other dogs.

𝐒𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐃𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒

Downey Animal Care Center

11258 Garfield Avenue

Downey, CA 90242

(562) 940-6898

📧daccdowneyrescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

You never forget those who were there for you at your lowest .

A note from his foster Brigette:

"Baloo is fully crate trained, but really doesn’t even need one. He is fine for multiple hours by himself as long as he is fulfilled (which should be the case with every dog!). Non-destructive and beautiful, calm, adult dog energy. He is looking for people that understand bullies and can give him his dream life after so many years of instability. He is waiting too long to be chosen, but we will keep advocating for him. Please help us find his home 🙏 Message me with any questions or apply to adopt him through his rescue Good Tails."

Baloo is looking for his forever home in SoCal with a savvy bully breed lover who will love & share a cozy a home with him for the rest of his life.

Survived euthanasia at Downey shelter as a puppy only to spend a couple years at Agoura shelter (with a family who loved him for two years in between but couldn’t keep him due to the husband having allergies ).

This boy has gone through so much loss - but he understands love like nothing else. He is s starting life again at 6, but this time with a hope that he will get to live out his life with someone and be their whole world.

For more info about meeting him, I can connect to his foster mama Brigette, she is coordinating meet & greets.

https://goodtailsrescue.org (https://goodtailsrescue.org/)/