Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

**Atticus will not attend our Saturday adoption event, and will be available for private meets only!**

Meet Atticus
Sex: Male
Age: Approx 7 Months Old
Weight: Approx 12 Pounds

Crate Trained: Yes!
Potty Trained: 99.9% of the time!
Dogs: Yes!
Cats: Would do best with dog savvy cats.
Kids: Would do best in a tiny human free home!

Atticus was born in a Foothill foster home, and as you can tell, he’s rocking some seriously adorable radar ears.

This sweet boy isn’t your typical “go anywhere, love everyone” puppy just yet. Atticus is still building his confidence and figuring out the world around him, so he’ll need a patient, committed family ready to continue giving him positive, safe experiences. With the right support, he’s going to blossom.

He absolutely loves a good rough-and-rowdy play session with his foster dog siblings, followed by a well-earned nap. While he enjoys playing, he also takes a lot of comfort and confidence from other dogs, so a home with a resident mentor dog (or two!) would be ideal. Slow, thoughtful introductions will set him up for success, and experience with shy or underconfident dogs is a huge plus.

His crate has become his safe space, and continuing that routine will be important as he transitions into his new home.He loves being outside, snuggling up on the couch, playing with all kinds of toys, and, of course, getting into a little bit of puppy mischief whenever he can.

Overall, Atticus is a fun, goofy guy who just needs the right environment to truly thrive, and when he does, he’s going to be something really special

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

Our adult dog adoption fee is $350 dollars (with $5 processing fee if paid by card). Adoption fee includes neuter, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

Meet Aunt Bea Taylor!
Sex: Female
Age: Approx 2 Years, and 10 Months Old
Weight: Approx 85 Pounds

Crate Trained: Yes!
Potty Trained: Yes!
Dogs: Yes!
Cats: Would do best with a dog savvy cat!
Kids: Would do best in a tiny human free home!

Looking for a loyal, gentle companion with a heart as big as she is? Meet Aunt Bea, a beautiful 2 1/2-year-old Anatolian mix weighing about 85 pounds. She is the perfect combination of sweet, affectionate, and loving, and she’s happiest when she’s spending time with her people.

She enjoys playing with toys, going for walks, and getting cuddles from her people. Aunt Bea has a calm, gentle nature and enjoys being part of the family. She is both crate and house trained and will signal when she needs to go out. She occasionally needs a few gentle reminders about her house manners, but she responds well to consistent guidance and is eager to please. True to her breed, she does have a commanding bark when she hears someone approaching her property, but she settles with gentle correction.

Aunt Bea gets along well with other dogs and would enjoy having a companion to play with or simply relax beside. She has not been tested with cats in her foster home, although with a slow and thoughtful introduction, she may do just fine.

Aunt Bea recently underwent TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) surgery, a specialized orthopedic procedure used to stabilize the knee following a torn ACL/CCL. She has made a full recovery and is back to enjoying life! Going forward, her family will need to help keep her feeling her best by maintaining a healthy weight, being mindful of her exercise and activity, and keeping her on daily joint supplements.

Aunt Bea would thrive with a family that appreciates her gentle spirit and can provide plenty of love, companionship, and regular exercise. She has so much love to give and will happily let you know when she wants a little extra affection by playfully placing her head or paw in your lap.

If you’re looking for a devoted companion with a sweet soul and a loving heart, Aunt Bea may be the perfect addition to your family.

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

This dog will be available at Saturday’s adoption event at our rescue. Meet and greets are 11:00 - 1:00.
Our address is:
4131 S Shingle Rd suite 14
Shingle Springs, CA

Please bring all resident dogs and children that live in the household to the meet and greet.

Our adult dog adoption fee is $350 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card) and includes spay, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, heart worm test and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

Name: Salsa
Breed: Terrier Mix
Age: 2 ½ Years
Weight: 20 Pounds
Dogs? Yes, with proper introduction
Cats? Possibly with dog-savvy cats
Kids? Yes, with older children
House-trained? Yes
Crate Trained? Yes
Leash Trained? Yes

Salsa is a white, male Terrier mix with a lot of personality. He is about 2 ½ years old with medium energy. He loves his foster family and greets everyone with a lot of excitement, so we’re working on training him to not jump up. He gets along with our resident dog but doesn’t have much interest in playing, so he would be great as an only dog or with a calm older dog that doesn’t care to play much either. He would do best in a home with older children or no children. He is a very sweet companion for someone with a lot of action in the home, but he is also learning that it’s ok to just chill out when there’s calm in the house. He follows us everywhere, loves to go on walks and car rides, and is very treat motivated and eager to learn tricks. Because of his terrier nature, new introductions to dogs/cats/children should be managed properly, but he is very responsive to correction and has been great with us. We have loved having him in our home. He’s got a funny, bouncy little personality and makes us laugh all the time!
If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

This dog will be available for private meet and greets with prior arrangements.

Our address is:
4131 S Shingle Rd suite 14
Shingle Springs, CA

Please bring all resident dogs and children that live in the household to the meet and greet.

Our adult dog adoption fee is $350 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card) and includes spay or neuter, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, heart worm test and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

Meet Aly! 🐾

Around 2 years old

✅ Dog friendly (big and small)
✅ Cat friendly
✅ Kid friendly
✅ House trained
✅ Crate trained

Aly is the total package! She’s an athletic, intelligent girl who would love to join you on hikes, runs, and adventures, but she’s also happy being part of a family and enjoying a daily walk before relaxing at home.

She loves people, does great with other dogs, and is always ready for a game of fetch. Like many young dogs, she’s still working on her leash manners and can get excited at the start of a walk, but she’s eager to learn and wants to please.

Aly will thrive with a confident owner who provides clear rules, boundaries, and leadership. When she has guidance and structure, she settles in beautifully and becomes an incredible companion.

❤️ If you’re looking for a loyal best friend to share life’s adventures with, Aly is ready to meet you!

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

This dog will be available at Saturday’s adoption event at our rescue. Meet and greets are 11:00 - 1:00.
Our address is:
4131 S Shingle Rd suite 14
Shingle Springs, CA

Please bring all resident dogs and children that live in the household to the meet and greet.

Our adult dog adoption fee is $350 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card) and fee for pups under 4 months old is $400 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card). Adoption fee includes spay or neuter, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, heart worm test and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

**Athena is part of the Paws on the Block program and will only be available for private meets and will NOT attend Saturday adoption events!**

Meet Athena!
Sex: Female
Age: Approx 1 Year, 2 Months Old

Crate Trained: Yes!
Potty Trained: Yes!
Leash Trained: Yes!
Dogs: Looking for a home where there are no canine siblings, and can be the only dog.
Cats: Unknown
Kids: Would do best in a tiny human free environment.

What's going to make you swipe right on Athena? She's a Belgian Malinois. If that made you smile, keep reading!

Athena isn't looking for just any home, she's looking for the right one. She deserves someone who truly understands what makes this incredible breed so special. Malinois are intelligent, athletic, deeply loyal, and happiest when they have a purpose. They LOVE learning new skills, tackling enrichment activities, and working alongside their person. Athena is no exception. At around 50 pounds, she's a petite gal, but don't let her size fool you, she packs a whole lot of personality into that little frame.

Her ideal person has experience with Malinois or other working breeds and enjoys an active lifestyle. One of the biggest misconceptions about Athena is that because she's a Malinois, more exercise is always the answer. While she absolutely enjoys being active, she can be an anxious dog who experiences the world around her deeply. For Athena, success isn't about physically wearing her out, it's about finding the right balance between physical exercise, mental enrichment, routine, rest, and recognizing when she's nearing her threshold. The right person will understand canine body language, respect her boundaries, and continue helping her thrive.

Like many dogs, Athena's journey has had a few unexpected twists and turns. She first arrived at El Dorado County Animal Services as a stray, and we believe she likely missed out on many important early socialization experiences. Although she was adopted, she was later returned after her adopters realized they weren't prepared for the needs of a young Malinois. Beneath all of that intelligence and athleticism was an incredibly thoughtful, sensitive dog who wasn't thriving in the shelter environment. The constant stimulus and lack of structure made it difficult for her true personality to shine.

That's when Athena joined Paws on the Block, Foothill Dog Rescue's partnership with Folsom State Prison. Through the program, rescue dogs live and train alongside dedicated incarcerated handlers, receiving individualized training, daily enrichment, structure, and, perhaps most importantly, the time they need to simply decompress and be understood.

Everything you're about to read comes directly from the people who know Athena best. The incarcerated handlers who have lived with, trained, and cared for Athena every day shared their observations, favorite memories, and the little things that make her who she is.

When Athena first arrived in the program, she wasn't quite sure what to think. She was skeptical of her new surroundings, uncertain of the unfamiliar faces around her, and needed several days before she truly began trusting the people caring for her. As one handler shared, the 3/3/3 Rule was incredibly important for Athena. She needed the time to observe, settle in, and realize she was finally safe. Little by little, she started coming out of her shell, and she's still growing every day.

As the weeks went on, her handlers began to truly understand Athena. They learned that helping her succeed wasn't about doing more with physical activity, it was about understanding what she needs in each moment. Physical exercise, mental enrichment, routine, and recognizing when she was becoming overstimulated all became part of helping Athena feel successful. That understanding has made all the difference. Today, Athena starts her mornings with training, eagerly tackles new enrichment activities, and has formed deep bonds with the handlers who have stood beside her every day. She absolutely loves tennis balls, puzzle games, sniffing out hidden treats, and learning something new. Highly food and toy motivated, she's happiest when she has a job to do and knows what's expected of her. While she'll always appreciate having time to settle into new situations, watching her confidence grow has been one of the most rewarding parts of her journey.

And if she gets a little vocal while she's playing... don't worry. As one handler joked, "She's like a sports car—all she's doing is revving her engine."

Athena isn't the type of dog who believes everyone should instantly become her best friend. Honestly... we appreciate a girl who has boundaries. She may take a few sniffs, a few circles, and a little time before deciding you're part of her world, or maybe even deciding that you aren't. One handler even shared that handing a new person a tennis ball is often a great way to break the ice. She likes to observe before jumping in, and that's simply who she is. But once you earn her trust, you have it for life. As one handler put it, "Once she knows that person, she is a friend forever."

Because of her sensitive nature, Athena would do best as the only dog in the home and in a home without young children. She'll also need a secure, fully fenced yard and an adopter who's willing to let her settle in at her own pace. Bringing Athena home won't be about instant perfection, and that's okay. Give her the time she needs to settle in, and she'll show you exactly why everyone in Paws on the Block fell in love with her.

One thing became abundantly clear as we read through every handler's bio.

They described her intelligence.

Her sensitivity.

Her willingness to learn.

Her goofy personality.

Her loyalty once trust had been earned.

And perhaps most telling of all, they described just how much she means to the program.

As one handler simply wrote: "She is the program's princess."

Another ended his bio by saying: "I have no doubt she will make a wonderful addition to the right family."

After getting to know Athena ourselves, we couldn't agree more. If you're looking for a dog who will make you laugh, want to be a better version of yourself, inspire you, and become your most devoted #1 fan, Athena just might be your girl.

She isn't looking for someone who's perfect. She's simply looking for someone willing to understand her.

And we have a feeling that if you do, you'll discover exactly what her handlers already know: Athena is a dog who's worth every bit of the time it takes to earn her trust.

If interested, please submit an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

Our adult dog adoption fee is $350 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card) and includes spay, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, heart worm test and lifetime registration.

For more information about Paws on the Block, visit Foothill Dog Rescue on Facebook or email pawsontheblock.fdr@gmail.com!

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

Name 26Honey
Breed Pomchi
Age 1-2 years old
Weight 12 pounds
Dogs: Yes
Cats: Unsure
Kids: Yes (10,14,14)
House-trained: Working on it
Crate Trained: Yes, but would rather not be in it
Leash Trained: Loves to go on walks.

Will only be adopted out to a home with a playful resident dog!

Honey is an active, fun dog. He has been around 3 other dogs (big and small) at his foster home and gets along with them just fine. I think he would thrive better in a home with another dog. He loves squeaky toys and tennis balls. He does have puppy energy and if he finds things laying around the house, he will find things to chew. It would be good to have toys and bones around for him. He loves exploring the backyard and he learned how to use our doggy door on his first day with us. He prefers to sleep with his humans rather than a crate. He is also known to alert bark if he isn't sure of what the noise is. He is very friendly and loves to sit on a lap!
He needs to go to a home with someone who is patient and ready to play and give him the attention he deserves.

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

This dog will be available at Saturday’s adoption event at our rescue. Meet and greets are 11:00 - 1:00.
Our address is:
4131 S Shingle Rd suite 14
Shingle Springs, CA

Please bring all resident dogs and children that live in the household to the meet and greet.

Our adult dog adoption fee is $350 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card) and fee for pups under 4 months old is $400 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card). Adoption fee includes spay or neuter, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, heart worm test and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

26Jersey Mike's
Border Collie/mix
Male
approx. 11 mos. old
approx. 55 lbs.
House Trained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
Leash Trained: Yes
Kids: Unknown
Cats: Unknown

I have been fostering Jersey Mikes', and he has been doing great!
He settled in right away and is pretty calm for such a young dog. He is content to chew on his chew toys and play with his ball.
He is potty trained and goes into his crate voluntarily at bedtime and sleeps all night without making a peep.
We have been walking twice a day which he loves. He’s good on the leash and doesn’t react to other dogs and walkers.
He has seen squirrels, geese and deer and has not made any attempts to lunge at or chase them. He is curious so he likes to take a closer look and then loses interest and continues walking.
He loves to be around his people. I do not have any other animals or children in my house so I don’t know how he would be living with them.
He is an amazing dog, and some lucky adopter will get a true treasure!

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

This dog will be available at Saturday’s adoption event at our rescue. Meet and greets are 11:00 - 1:00.
Our address is:
4131 S Shingle Rd suite 14
Shingle Springs, CA

Please bring all resident dogs and children that live in the household to the meet and greet.

Our adult dog adoption fee is $350 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card) and fee for pups under 4 months old is $400 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card). Adoption fee includes spay or neuter, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, heart worm test and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

Meet Koha
5 years old
10 lbs
Spayed female
Chi mix
Dogs: Yes, if not in my face
Cats and kids: Unknown

Hi there! My name is Koha, and I’m a sweet, quiet 5-year-old Chihuahua mix looking for my forever family. My absolute favorite thing in the world is being near my humans, whether I'm snuggling next to you on the couch or keeping you company right at your feet—just watch your step so you don't trip over me! I love everyone I meet and enjoy my daily walks, where I am completely polite and ignore distractions.

I am a great eater who loves treats, a passenger who travels quietly in my car crate, and a sound sleeper who rests peacefully in my pen all night. I also get along well with other calm, mellow dogs.
Because I love companionship so much, I really dislike being left alone and will bark and howl when you leave, so my dream home is a peaceful, quiet environment where my humans are around most of the time. I'm mostly housetrained on a regular schedule, though we can work together on teaching me how to alert you when I need to go out. Fast movements and loud noises can scare me, and since I haven't met kids, cats, or other small animals yet, a calm household would suit me best. If you have a relaxed home and a lot of love to give, I can't wait to meet you!

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

This dog will be available at Saturday’s adoption event at our rescue. Meet and greets are 11:00 - 1:00.
Our address is:
4131 S Shingle Rd suite 14
Shingle Springs, CA

Please bring all resident dogs and children that live in the household to the meet and greet.

Our adult dog adoption fee is $350 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card) and fee for pups under 4 months old is $400 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card). Adoption fee includes spay or neuter, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, heart worm test and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

*Montana Rose will NOT be at Saturday adoption events, and will be available for private meet and greets only*

Meet Montana Rose!
Sex: Female
Age: Approx 12 Weeks
Weight: Will be approx 10-15 pounds when full grown!

Crate Trained: Work in progress!
Potty Trained: Work in progress!
Dogs: Yes! Would do best in an adoptive home with a resident dog
Cats: Unknown.
Kids: Would do best with kiddos 8+

Miss Montana Rose is just as sweet as they come! She is a very curious little girl and happy to follow brother Morgan wherever he leads. Her easy going, quiet demeanor match her incredible, soulful eyes. "Tiny Tana" was born into an FDR foster home to a pretty Chihuahua/mix mama and has known only love and kindness. At 12 weeks old, she loves to play in the preschool tunnels, the ball pit, the playhouse and climbing platform. She sleeps at least 8 hours at night in a wire pen and is 100% potty trained to pads inside the house as she is not fully vaccinated yet. Montana weighs in just over 5lbs and will probably grow to 10-12 lbs. She's a tiny little nugget who loves everyone she's met and would do well with a dog who is respectful of her tiny size and a people who are home often or can bring her out and about with them.

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

Our puppy adoption fee is $400 dollars (with $5 processing fee if paid by card). Adoption fee includes spay, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

*Nancy will NOT be at Saturday adoption events, and will be available for private meet and greets only*

Meet Nancy!
Sex: Female
Age: Approx 8 Weeks Old
Weight: Will be approx 20-30 pounds when full grown!

Crate Trained: Work in progress!
Potty Trained: Work in progress!
Dogs: Yes!
Cats: Yes!
Kids: We think would do well with respectful kiddos!

Meet Nancy! She is strong and mighty. She is believed to be deaf. But she is unstoppable. Adventurous, sweet, forward, and has never met a stranger. She respects the resident cat. Loves playing with all her big dog friends. She has the prettiest green blue eyes that can melt your heart. She is an absolute joy to foster.

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

Our puppy adoption fee is $400 dollars (with $5 processing fee if paid by card). Adoption fee includes spay, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

*Nickel will NOT be at Saturday adoption events, and will be available for private meet and greets only*

Meet Nickel!
Sex: Female
Age: Approx 8 Weeks Old
Weight: Will be approx 20-30 pounds when full grown!

Crate Trained: Work in progress!
Potty Trained: Work in progress!
Dogs: Yes!
Cats: Yes!
Kids: We think would do well with respectful kiddos.

Nickel is a energetic get stuff done kind of call. She was born a "swimmers" puppy. Through her had work she is able to walk and run ( just a little wonky). Each day we do physical therapy. Her favorite is broom therapy. She chases the broom to help her build strength. She is SO LOVING and cuddly. She respects the resident cat, runs with the big dogs. She is so excited about learning new things and tries so hard when this stupid human makes her do exercises to get her strong.

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

Our puppy adoption fee is $400 dollars (with $5 processing fee if paid by card). Adoption fee includes spay, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, and lifetime registration.

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras

Meet Tiki
Spayed female
12 lbs
2 years old
Chi mix
Dogs: Yes - she needs another balanced dog in the home to build trust and confidence with people and new situations.
Cats and kids: Unknown
Crate Trained: Yes
Leash Trained: Yes
House Trained: Yes, on a schedule

Tiki is a very sweet girl who is still gaining confidence in life. She seems to feel most comfortable around another low key dog to show her the way and to be near her when alone. She has come so far in her foster home and continues to gain confidence and trust every day! She is a love bug snuggly girl and adores dog beds and snuggly blankets. Tiki can be a little barky with new noises, so an apartment or townhome is not ideal. She loves walks, but can get scared by loud noises, but recovers quickly. An ideal home is patient, loving and has consistency and has another dog she can bond with and learn through to be a bridge through the scary things. She is worth the time and effort and pays you back with her gorgeous smile and sweet affection!

If interested, we recommend submitting an adoption application at: www.foothilldogrescue.org

This dog will be available at Saturday’s adoption event at our rescue. Meet and greets are 11:00 - 1:00.
Our address is:
4131 S Shingle Rd suite 14
Shingle Springs, CA

Please bring all resident dogs and children that live in the household to the meet and greet.

Our adult dog adoption fee is $350 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card) and fee for pups under 4 months old is $400 (with $5 processing fee if paid by card). Adoption fee includes spay or neuter, rabies, DAPP and Bordetella vaccines, deworming, microchip, heart worm test and lifetime registration.