Fletcher was a dog nobody wanted. He had serious behavioral issues including dog/dog aggression as well as some human aggression. We were told by professionals to put him down as he was a hopeless case. Refusing to give up, we put him through months of training and gave him more leadership and love than he had ever known. Because of this we were rewarded with an obedient, loving, trusting, and incredibly intelligent dog who kicked the dog fighting for tennis balls and snuggle sessions on the couch. This is living proof for anyone who has been told to give up on their dogs, rehabilitation IS possible! That smile tells no lies!

Zulu is 6 yr old rescue dog from Martinez shelter. I rescued him when he was about a year old. Since I adopted him, I changed my job...and now I'm a dog agility instructor, and Zulu is my assistant trainer! He's a sports star, currently competing in dog aiglity. Zulu is very active, spunky, loves to flirt with everyone he meets.

Photo by Narae Kim

Ozzie is a 12 year old tri-color Mcnabe mix. His favorite activities are visiting with his friends at the dog park and hypnotizing humans into giving him dog treats. He is losing his eyesight but he can see very well with his nose.

Photo by Bryan Peterson

O'Malley is a 9 year old Newfoundland. He was born on St.Patrick's Day in 2000. His favorite thing to do is eat... his favorite food is cupcakes! He is the reason I will always have a Newfoundland in my life! He makes me smile:)

Photo by Meagan Avants

Cookie is a Shih-tzu/Lhasa Apso mix who is 8 years old. We got Cookie when he was 3 month old found outside a restaurant's dumpster. He's very playful, energetic, loves belly rubs, and most of all treats.

Photo by Vivian Chen

Forrest is a Pit/Lab mix who is 2 years old. He was a rescue from an abusive pet store who bought form puppy mills.

Photo by Vivian Chen

Gracie, is a 2-year-old harlequin Great Dane rescue who found her way into our family and our hearts 18 months ago. Here, she's grinning ear to ear while playing at the local dog park. Gracie is truly our "gentle giant." She enjoys our pool and playing with her toys.

Brewno loves car rides, popcorn, and can't forget that magical thing.... playing B-A-L-L. He loves going to the beach, which we were on the way to when i captured this photo. While at the beach he loves to chase birds and pull the kelp from the ocean.

Photo by Lauren Ramos

Tinkerton at the beach. Tinkerton is always happy, but especially in the sea air, and after a good romp in the sand. A Parson Russell Terrier, Tinkerton was adopted from Mendocino Animal Care Services in Ukiah. WHAT A GREAT DOG!!!

Photo by W. R. Coots

Chloe is a 1 year old French Bulldog, full of spunk and personality galore. She is one social butterfly with ears as her wings, and a smile that can brighten anyones day.

Photo by Jon Batario

Dink is a two year old Chihuahua, Mini Pin mix rescue. She came into my life when she was six to eight weeks old as a rescued angel at the clinic I was working at. She had been abandoned and left to die in cardboard box with both front legs badly broken. Every effort was made to save both legs however one was to badly injured and had to be removed.

The loss of her leg has not slowed her down nor, has it taken away her incredible joy of life. She is truly an inspiration. It is an honor to have her as a member of my family.

Photo by Michelle J. Jones

Odie is a year old Australian Shepard and is full of life! His favorite toy at his doggie daycare, the SF Hound Lounge, is the big red tunnel! You can see how happy it makes him!

Photo by Karli McAllister

True to his name, my little "casanova" is quite the ladies man! With just one look and that huge undeniably handsome/goofy grin and smile, he has the ladies lining up! Polo is quite the happy pup! He is known to have quite "spunk" to his strut and wiggles his little but when super excited! He has a perma-smile wherever we go and I truly believe that is how he captures the hearts of many! He is a true love bug and in my opinion, has the "best smile" out there!

Photo by Nicole Mendez

Betty is a 10 month old Schweener which is a mix between a Shih Tzu and a long haired Dachshund. Her favorite food is chicken and rice. She loves to swim in the Russian River and to run along the beach.

Our pets are our angels on earth!
Bosco is a Chihuahua/Terrier mix who is adorable, spunky,energetic and loves all of earths creatures.

Photo by Leo Baldaramos

Cora is a 5 1/2 year old Border Collie-Chocolate Lab mix. She has been my constant companion since she was 6 weeks old. She came from a very large litter and was the ignored puppy of the bunch so she gets lots of love from me!
Cora is a funny dog who likes scratching her back on the bottom of the kitchen table. She also loves chasing after her ball, riding in the car, cuddling on the couch, and visiting her friends at doggy daycare! She is truly the light of my life!

Photo by Donna Williamson

Willow is a 2.5 year old Boxer mix. Her perfect day includes off leash walking, playing ball, wrestling with her cat Chloe, running at top speed, or spending the day at Kamp K9. She's a very happy dog and is always in a good mood. She challenges herself by putting her toys under furniture and then figuring out how to get them back.

Photo by Tom Grajeda

Guinness is a rescue from Washington DC. He is up for anything anytime. He is almost 10 years old now but always has a smile on his face.

Photo by Jennifer lampshire

Gypsy appeared on our doorstep last fall bare-pawed and pregnant. She had 5 beautiful puppies, one of which we fell in love with and kept, Zen Boy.

Photo by Mitch Ferris

This smiling Pembroke Welsh Corgi just loves the beach. When the waves touch her toes she rockets off chasing furiously after her mini-chuckit ball.

Photo by Rick Perko