Available Dogs
Dogs arrive weekly at Homeward Bound, each undergoing medical and behavioral vetting before being made available for adoption. Many are adopted before they ever appear on the website. Please read about our dog ratings and adoption process below. If you have been approved to adopt, call us Thursday or Friday after 11 AM to learn about newly Available Dogs. Leave a message and stay in touch with us so we know you are still actively searching. Thank you for your patience and understanding
Meet the Dogs!
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Lake is a sweet, three-year-old golden doodle with stellar house manners, a goofy, loving personality, and a deep devotion to his people. He seeks sturdy adopters committed to his continued training and a home he can finally call his own. -
Caroline escaped a breeding life for the home and family she was always meant to have. Sweet and shy at first, she lights up in outside spaces; playful, tail-wagging, and eager to make friends. She'll thrive in an active home with patient people who are excited to help her learn the ropes. -
Cooper is a big, athletic, three-year-old Lab who lives life at full speed. Toy-obsessed, ball-crazy, and bursting with affection, he will thrive with strong, active people who are as committed to daily training and adventure as they are to a good game of fetch. -
Teddy is a sweet, Golden Lab Mix with the best of both breeds and a manageable special need. Sweet, sensitive, and a loving companion, Teddy seeks a home with people who see his special need as a bonding opportunity and not a chore, and where he can be your one and only. -
Adorable and adoring, one-eared Gabby will melt your heart with her big smile and tag wag. She’s been through a lot but never lost her faith in people. She’ll trade her heart for safety, security, and patient people who will keep watch over her while she firmly attaches to her new person and home. -
Purchased to assist with therapy, his training was derailed by COVID and Jax became a family dog. People-devoted with solid basic skills, and the kind of calm affection that will keep him planted at your side for hours. He seeks an active family with people who embrace the dog as a full family member. -
Don't let the number fool you. Mojo is eight years old going on three! This big, toy-obsessed, life-loving Lab is all heart and enthusiasm. Good in the home, he's looking for an active, fun-loving home full of sturdy people to join in the fun and games! -
Penny is a happy, active girl who loves people, plays well with other dogs, and has a pretty good training foundation. With a couple of manageable special needs, she seeks a family like her that focuses on living life to its fullest and Homeward Bound will be with you every step of the way. -
Bonded brothers from separate mothers, Grady, Eli, and Gunnar tragically lost both their humans and are hoping to stay together. Do you believe in miracles? Our paws are crossed for these loving, well-mannered and well-raised boys to go home together. -
Meet Whitney: sweet, wiggly, and completely ready to be someone's whole world. This two-year-old girl came to us from a breeder and has never known a home of her own. Despite all, she's warm, she's willing, and she is going to make someone very, very happy!
Adoption Eligibility
Homeward Bound generally adopts dogs within Northern California and Northern Nevada. Some exceptions may be made in special situations.
We are looking for safe, loving homes with people committed to the dog’s health and happiness and who will consider the dog as a family member, living and sleeping inside. While some of our dogs come from loving homes, all have been unexpectedly uprooted. Many come with training, confidence-building, or care needs that should be supported with positive reinforcement, patience, and ample time to bring out the best in your new companion.
We generally require that you have a fenced yard (exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis).
We ask that you are realistic about the right dog for your lifestyle and that you trust in our experience in making these matches.
Dog Ratings
The Level 1 dog is an easy dog with typically low energy level and has no behavioral issues. This level of dog would do well in virtually any home regardless of owner experience.
Level 2 has energy that can range from low to high. This dog needs average leadership, generally lacking obedience and/or house manners, but responds well to training. This level may have other minor issues that are easy to address.
Level 3, moderate, high or very high energy/drive. Level 3 dogs typically have a challenging behavior, but are good dogs. These dogs might have an intense focus to work, be dog reactive or dog aggressive, may have to be an only animal in the home, or may require daily physical and mental stimulation, etc. These dogs can be strong, pushy and/or dominant. This level of dog is not an average pet. This dog needs an experienced owner familiar with how to provide direct leadership and proper management as well as the commitment to provide the dog with the guidance and training he/she needs to be successful.
Adoption Fees
| Youngsters up to 3 years | $350 |
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| Adults 4-7 Years | $300 |
| Adults 8-10 Years | $250 |
| Golden Oldies 11+ | $200 |