SAFER Testing

Piney Mountain Foster Care utilizes the ASPCA SAFER® Program to assess the probability of future aggression in dogs age six months and older. SAFER uses researched items that elicit responses that are predictive of future behavior. SAFER is intended to be one tool used to help identify the risk of future aggression and the individual […]

Tonka

Tonka has clearly been a family dog, he is trained and well behaved. But he’s been on his own for a long time and is in rough shape. But he’s at PMFC now and we’ll take good care of him. Last updated: Nov 3, 2022 History Tonka was picked up for vagrancy by City of […]

Stella Bella Piglet-Pooh

Stella is a sweet Georgia Peach who is here for heartworm treatment and a penchant for chasing cats. Last Updated: January 28, 2023 History Stella was adopted from a large rescue in Atlanta Georgia, in poor physical condition and heartworm positive. Stella’s Mom began the heartworm treatment process and helped her gain weight and get […]

Fido Fixer Elixir

This year Blondie Bear turned 13 years old. That’s an accomplishment for a large breed dog. Overall her health is good (no organ failure), but she is troubled by arthritis in her hips. At one point, a few months ago, she was so bad off she was stumbling around like a drunken sailor because her […]

Sonny Specklefoot

Last updated on July 22, 2022 History Sonny was one of three dogs taken in by Piney Mountain Foster in an emergency situation to keep them from being shot by a “neighbor” whose rabbits were killed and he accused these three. Sonny and his litter mate, Cher, behaved in a bonded manner with Cher taking […]

Zane Goodfellow

Last Updated: July. 26, 2023 If you are interested in adopting Zane, complete the application form. History Zane was one of three dogs dumped on Piney Mountain Rd and accused of killing a residents rabbits. Reaction included gunfire. To keep them safe, PMFC built an emergency shelter and took them in. Zane’s companions were a […]

Ariel

Born through a disreputable breeding practice, this Double Merle Aussie girl has had a rough time in her short life so far. Last Updated: March, 27, 2022 History One of three puppies born from the breeding of two Merle Australian Shepherds, all three had issues with hearing and eyesight. The breeder surrendered the pups to […]

Zoey Zoomheart

Found running loose and picked up by a good Samaritan, Zoey is starting life over. Last Updated: Sept 10, 2022 History Zoey was found running loose along with a 13 week puppy. Maybe her puppy, we don’t know. Both are Husky. A kind lady picked them up and took them to City of Newport Animal […]

King Arthur

This fine, well-behaved regent is seeking a new court. Last updated March 17, 2022 History City of Newport Animal Control got a call about a dog hit by a car and went and picked him up. Arthur’s leg was a little sore at first but no serious injury. He resided there for a few months […]

Gabriel

History Surrendered to a shelter by a breeder because he did not meet their standards. Base Info Arrival date: Oct 18, 2021 Breed: Double Merle Australian Shepherd Sex: Male Age: Puppy Birthdate: @ July 22, 2021 Weight: 13 pounds on Oct 18……….. 13.2 Lbs Nov. 2 Spayed/Neutered: Yes General Health: Excellent Temperament: Playful, inquisitive. Learning […]