🐾 Meet Athena – A Sweet Soul Ready to Bloom 🐾

📍 Location: Ohio
🎂 Age: 3 years old
⚖️ Weight: 70 lbs

Athena is a gentle, 3-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog with soulful eyes and a heart just as big as her fluffy frame. Though the world still feels a little overwhelming to her at times, she’s slowly blossoming into the loving, loyal companion she was meant to be.

In her foster home, Athena has started to discover the joys of being a dog—play wrestling with her dog friends, curiously investigating toys, and learning that humans can be kind and safe. She’s already mastered “sit,” walks beautifully on a leash, and is doing great with her potty training (though a little regression during a transition is to be expected). She’s still working on building confidence with thresholds and doorways, but with time, patience, and encouragement, she continues to grow braver every day.

💗 What Makes Athena Special:
✔️ Bonds deeply once she trusts you—your quiet shadow and loyal companion
✔️ Dog & cat friendly
✔️ Loves having another confident dog to guide her
✔️ Great on leash and knows “sit”
✔️ Gentle, curious, and eager to learn
✔️ Potty training is going well
✔️ A quiet home with older kids would suit her best

Athena’s Ideal Home:
🏡 Calm, patient household
🐾 Friendly resident dog to help build her confidence
👧 Older, respectful children
🕊️ A family willing to go slow and celebrate each little milestone

If you're ready to open your heart to a shy but deeply loving girl who will reward your patience with unwavering loyalty, Athena just might be your perfect match.

📝 Apply now to give Athena the forever home she’s been waiting for!

🐾 Meet Bernadette – A Loving Lap Dog in a Gentle Giant’s Body! 🐾
📍 Location: Currently in foster care
🗓️ Age: 7 years old
⚖️ Weight: Approximately 109 lbs
🧬 Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog / Saint Bernard mix

Personality:

Bernadette is a joyful, affectionate girl with the softest, silkiest coat and soulful brown eyes that will instantly steal your heart. She’s a big fan of cuddling and firmly believes she’s a lap dog—don’t try convincing her otherwise! Her favorite activities include walks, brushing sessions, raw carrots, and curling up as close to you as possible for a good cuddle.

What Makes Bernadette Special:

✔️ Gets along beautifully with other dogs—she’s a social butterfly in playgroups
✔️ Cat-friendly and currently living peacefully with two cats
✔️ Kid-friendly—her 4-year-old foster buddy gives the best belly rubs!
✔️ House-trained and well-mannered indoors
✔️ Loves grooming and thrives with routine spa days
✔️ Absolutely adores belly rubs and lounging on the couch

Things to Know:

🔹 Bernadette has some resource guarding with food and bones, so feeding her separately is best
🔹 She takes daily supplements and needs regular grooming to help prevent bladder infections
🔹 Despite her size, she’s a sweetheart who doesn’t realize how big she is!

Ideal Home:

Bernadette would do best in a home that appreciates her loving, gentle energy and is committed to giving her the attention, structure, and care she needs to thrive. A family with other friendly dogs, a soft couch, and a big heart would be a dream come true.

Ready to add a big bundle of love to your life?

Apply today to meet Bernadette and see if she’s the cuddle companion you’ve been waiting for! 🐶💖

Name: Brody
Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog
Age: Almost 3 years old
Location: Fairfield, CT
Weight: Big and proud!
Ideal Home: Calm household, no other pets, older kids (12+)

About Brody:
Brody is a charming, goofy, and incredibly loving Bernese Mountain Dog who’s looking for a forever home where he can be your one and only. Sensitive and a little shy at first, Brody warms up into a loyal, cuddly shadow who will follow you from room to room and curl up at your feet—or, if he has his way, on your lap.

He’s house-trained, walks well on leash, and absolutely adores car rides. Food is a major motivator (just ask the loaf of bread that mysteriously disappeared…), and his eager-to-please nature makes him a fun pup to train.

Brody is best suited for a home without other pets. He loves to have all the affection and attention to himself. He can be anxious with crates and needs extra reassurance during transitions, but once he settles in, he’s a loving, funny, and devoted companion.

Why You’ll Love Him:
✔️ House-trained & leash-savvy
✔️ Loves car rides & snuggles
✔️ Quietly lets you know when he needs to go out
✔️ Funny, affectionate, and wonderfully quirky
✔️ Great with older kids (12+)
✔️ Wants to be your one-and-only pup

Brody is ready to be the best part of your day. Are you ready to give him the love he’s been waiting for?

📝 Apply to adopt Brody today!

Name: Carla (aka Bella)
Age: 4 years old
Weight: 82 lbs (ideally 90–92 lbs)
Location: St. Louis, MO
Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog
Ideal Home: Fenced yard, loving humans, optional dog sibling

About Bella:
Bella is a sweet, happy 4-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog with the heart of a devoted mama and the soul of a loyal companion. She’s great with adults, gentle with little ones, and gets along wonderfully with her doggy foster siblings. She hasn't met cats up close yet, but she's definitely curious!

She came into rescue shortly after having a litter, and her strong mama instincts still show—especially when she carries her favorite stuffed animals around the house. 💕

Why You’ll Love Bella:
✔️ House-trained & leash-trained
✔️ Does great when left alone—no kennel needed
✔️ Loves daily walks and lounging on the deck
✔️ Sweet, social, and easygoing
✔️ Would love a fenced yard to stretch her legs and potty comfortably
✔️ Good with other dogs, but also happy soaking up all the attention

Health:
Recently spayed and up to date on all vaccinations.

If you're looking for a loyal, cuddly, Velcro Berner to be your constant companion, Bella is ready to steal your heart. 💗

📝 Apply today to meet Bella and give her the forever home she’s been waiting for!

Name: Echo
Breed: Swiss Mountain Dog (Petite – approx. 65 lbs)
Age: 2 years old
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Ideal Home: Adult-only, calm household with a confident resident dog

About Echo:
Echo is a gentle, shy 2-year-old Swiss Mountain Dog who is just beginning to understand what it means to be loved. She is a quiet soul with a tender heart and is looking for a calm, patient home where she can continue to grow and thrive.

She takes her time learning to trust, but when she does, she leans in for gentle pets and even offers her belly for rubs. She finds comfort in the presence of other dogs and is doing wonderfully in her foster home with a confident pup showing her the ropes. Echo would thrive in a home with another dog to help her continue building confidence.

Echo’s Highlights:
✔️ Dog-friendly – truly lights up around other dogs
✔️ Cat-friendly – curious but respectful
✔️ Leash-trained and walks beautifully
✔️ Settles well with playtime and a favorite bone
✔️ Quiet, calm, and incredibly sweet once she feels safe

Looking For:
A quiet, adult-only home with a secure environment and a gentle, confident resident dog to guide her. Echo needs a loving family willing to go slow, offer consistency, and allow her to continue blossoming at her own pace.

Ready to give Echo the forever home she’s been waiting for?

Apply today and help this beautiful soul write her next chapter. 🐾

Meet Jillybean – Lots of energy and always up for anything fun!

- Age: 1 year old

- Weight: 59 lbs

- Bernese Mountain Dog mix

- Location: Tulsa, OK

Jillybean is a very playful girl with the legs of a gazelle! Her dream home includes a huge fenced yard to run and play with her new brother(s) and/or sister(s)! She has lots of energy so an active home with other dogs is truly needed!

Housetrained - Does great and knows to do her business outside.

Crate-trained – Prefers her crate to be in the same room as her sisters as she does have a little separation anxiety when left alone. Prefer someone who works from home so her crate time is minimal.

Leash-trained – Loves, loves loves walks! Gets excited to see the leash.

Knows basic commands – Very intelligent and knows basic commands, however, is jumpy and gets very focused, therefore, needs someone to work with her on training.

Older kid-friendly – She loves all people, but with her long legs and jumping ability, a home without small children is recommended.

Cat friendly – Loves her kitty cat brothers and just wants them to play with her, even though they won’t. ☹

In her foster home, Jillybean has two sisters (her size and larger) and absolutely loves to play! She is a stuffed toy destroyer, and PROUD of it! She does have some resource guarding when it comes to toys or food but is getting better. With her being rescued from a shelter, she just needs reassurance that those days are over!

Jillybean is ready for her next adventure! Is that with you?

🐾 Meet Leo – A Loving, Gentle Soul Ready to Thrive 🐾
📍 Location: Charlottesville, VA
🧬 Age: 2.5 years
⚖️ Weight: Medium-large
🐶 Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog mix (likely)

Leo might have started life as a stray, but he's worked hard to become the affectionate, goofy, and eager-to-please pup he is today. Now, he's ready for a forever home where he can continue to blossom.

Personality:

Sweet, loving & goofy – Leo is full of charm and cuddles.

Shy at first – He may need time to warm up, especially around new people and environments.

Smart & food motivated – Training is a breeze when treats are involved!

Affectionate – Once he trusts you, Leo becomes your shadow and will curl up by your side for comfort.

Training & Behavior:

✅ Fully house-trained

✅ Crate-trained and learning to love it

✅ Learning leash manners – still building confidence with recall

✅ Knows basic commands like “sit” and “with me”

🚗 Travels well in the car

🧸 Loves toys – especially ones to chase or toss

Home Preferences:

🏡 Calm home with structure – Ideal for someone patient and consistent

🐶 No other pets – He’s dog-selective and thrives as the only pet

👨‍👩‍👧 People-loving – Great with adults and older kids who give him space to warm up

🌿 Daily walks & mental enrichment help him thrive

💞 Needs a home that will support his continued progress with kindness and love

Leo has come such a long way and is ready for the next step in his journey—with someone who will celebrate his successes, guide him gently, and remind him he’s finally safe.

📝 Apply today to make Leo part of your forever family!

Meet Meg

Age: 7 years old

Weight: 62 lbs

Location: Columbus, IN

Background:

Rescued from a mill situation

Previously lived in a barn

Foster Home Life:

Enjoys good food, comfy beds, and squeaky toys

Gets along well with her two foster dogs

Personality:

Curious, but sometimes timid around humans

Enjoys quiet time (often found behind a recliner or in her crate)

Training:

Completely house trained

Ideal Home:

Best suited for a home with other dogs

Requires a secure, fenced yard

Needs a patient family who can help her learn how to love and be loved

If you’re looking for a sweet, gentle companion who is ready to embrace a new life, Meg could be the perfect match!

🐾 Meet Roscoe – Your Gentle Giant with a Heart of Gold! 🐾

📍 Location: Indiana
🎂 Age: 2 years old
⚖️ Weight: 70 lbs

Roscoe is an absolute teddy bear! This big, lovable guy is all about the simple joys in life—morning zoomies, mealtime excitement, and long, cozy naps. He may be a little shy at first and startled by loud noises, but once he feels safe, his loyalty and affection shine through.

What Makes Roscoe Special:
✔️ Loves mornings and cozy nap time
✔️ Patient, gentle, and never reactive
✔️ Potty trained
✔️ Good with other dogs—loves learning from his foster brother
✔️ Independent and confident enough to be your one-and-only
✔️ Learning leash walking and car rides like a champ!

Roscoe’s Ideal Home:
🏡 A calm, loving environment
🐶 Dog-friendly home or as a solo spoiled pup
💖 A family ready to shower him with affection and help him continue learning basic commands

If you’re looking for a loyal, easygoing, affectionate companion to love and spoil, Roscoe could be your perfect match.

📝 Apply today and give Roscoe the forever home he deserves!

Meet Buddy! 🐾

Age: 3 years old

Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog Mix

Weight: 65 lbs

Personality: Playful, affectionate, and a cuddle bug!

Buddy is a fun-loving, affectionate pup who believes there’s no such thing as too many cuddles! He’ll happily curl up in your lap, loves belly rubs and butt scratches, and will wiggle his way into your heart (and your bed!). He’s a true Velcro dog who wants to be near his people—just be ready to roll him over if you need some space!

What Makes Buddy Special:

✔️ Professional cuddler—he’s part dog, part cuddle bug!
✔️ Dog-friendly—gets along with pups of all sizes
✔️ Curious about chickens & still learning about cats
✔️ A little mischievous—if it smells good and is left on the counter, it’s fair game!
✔️ Comforted by other dogs—they help with his mild separation anxiety
✔️ Affectionate & playful—will bring endless joy and laughs to your home

Buddy’s Ideal Home:

🏡 Loving family that enjoys snuggles & playtime
🐾 Another dog to keep him company
🚫 Counter awareness training to curb his food-stealing skills!
💙 Someone who appreciates his goofy, loving nature

If you’re looking for a sweet, funny, and cuddly companion, Buddy is the perfect match! Apply today to bring this loveable goofball home! 🏡🐾

📝 Apply now to meet Scout/Buddy!

If you don’t see your perfect match today, keep checking back—more pups are on the way! In the meantime, if you want to make a difference right now, we’d love to have you join our foster team. Fostering provides a safe, loving home for dogs until they find their forever families, and it helps us save even more lives. Apply to foster today!

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