Meet Bentley
Woody's Pooch of the Week!

Bentley is a curious young guy who already knows sit! He is very energetic, and
just aching to get out of the shelter (he's been here since January!) and run around.
Bentley is a good natured, friendly boy who will make a wonderful companion.

*Handsome Mixed Breed
*1 year old
*48 lbs./ Male
# 80117023

Meet Jack
Still waiting!!

Jack is a very energetic & lovable boy! He is housebroken, crate-trained, & already knows sit. Jack is intensely loyal & very affectionate. He can be a little pushy when seeking attention & needs a home w/ an experienced owner. Good in the car, needs a home with no small kids. GL harness recommended.

• Jack Russell/ Rat Terrier Mix
• 2 yrs
• 22 lbs. / Male
• # 80123020

Meet Greenlie
Adoption pending. . . He's on his way out!!
!
Greenlie is smart, active and very energetic. A home with some previous active or herding breed experience would be great.

• Ward: 3 / R32

• Australian Shepherd mix

• 3 yrs.

• 59 lbs. / Male

• # 80304018

Meet Redley
Woody's Pooch of the Week!

Hopelessly devoted to the one who will save him! Redley came to the FCDS, an obvious product of neglect and full of heartworms.  Although a little shy at first, his attempts to take his 80 pound body and strategically place it on one's lap earned him a second chance at life. 

Thanks to the generous funding support of FOTS, Red has been able to undergo treatment for his heartworm disease and is now ready & waiting for the many years of fun that await him.

Red will make an awesome companion for that someone who is looking for a soulmate.  Crate-trained & housebroken.  Good with most other dogs, okay with cats, but quite content to be your one and only.  No kids under 10. 
Good vet reference required. 

Redley is in foster care, please email Erin to meet him!

Retriever mix, Wallflower
3-4 years 80lbs/Male
080123005 

Meet Rudy
Woody's Pooch of the Week!


A VERY energetic boy! Loves to play fetch and can even bring the toy back to you. Rudy would benefit from positive puppy training. He already knows sit!

• Ward: OBV / O-18
• Australian Shepherd mix
• 8 mos
• 26 lbs. / Male
• # 80108010
  
• 
  Rudy when he first came in at 5 months
  

Meet Dawson
Stacie's Pooch of the Week!

Life of the Party
Dawson is a handsome guy!
He already knows sit.
Loves to play tug with his person. He is friendly, curious and good on a leash.

• Ward: 1 / 132

• Basset Hound mix

• 3 yrs

• 38 lbs. / Male

• # 71231009

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

MEET CHAMP!!

Still Available !

Champ was turned into us by his former owner who didn't want him anymore. You see, Champ is deaf.

We are teaching him hand signals for basic commands and he will need an owner who is committed to continuing to work with him.

Champ is very friendly and loves everyone he meets, people and dogs. He is housebroken and loves chewy bones. He already knows sit, down, shake & more!

5 years old       Mixed         80 lbs.     Male

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

Meet Sadie

Woody's Pooch of the Week!

Sadie is a friendly, affectionate, and very smart girl!
She is energetic and loves to play.
Large or active breed experience recommended.

• Ward: 3 / 358
• Rottweiler Mix
• 9 mos
• 70 lbs. / Female
• # 80130017
  
  Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog.

MEET MAGGIE!
Adopted!!

Maggie's a looooover! She is a stunningly beautiful, low-key girl who exudes and thrives on affection. She will come up and rest her head on your lap in hopes of a gentle pat, or lean against you if you're standing. Maggie is very calm and gentle, but she also loves to run around the yard!

Maggie loves other dogs, but she needs a home with no cats, as she just can't resist chasing them!

Scottish Deerhound Mix. . . . 1 year old. . . .48 lbs.

MEET IRENE!!
ADOPTED!!

Irene is a very loving, sweet, easy going little chunkster.
She's good with cats and dogs, housebroken and very
laid back. Irene knows sit, stay, down, shake and come.
She will make a wonderful, easy companion.

Mixed Breed. . 4 years old. . 57 lbs.

Please Email Erin  to adopt a dog!

Meet Buck
ADOPTED!!

Buck is a friendly guy with a lot of energy! He likes people, and will be really happy if he can find a home with a fenced yard so he can run around & play!

Life of the Party
Ward: 6 / R68
Breed: Norwegian Elkhound Mix
Age: 7 yrs
Weight: 41 lbs.
Sex: Male
ID: 80314009

MEET CANDICE!
ADOPTED!

Candice is her own girl. She's a nice, friendly, independent doggie who loves to play with toys- especially stuffed animals! She could entertain herself for hours with a stuffed toy in her arsenal.

Candice is a gentle soul- she's affectionate and well mannered. She would make a wonderful, low maintenance addition to a family. Candice is smart, too- she already knows sit and down!

Mixed Breed. . . 1 1/2 years old. . . 77 lbs. . . . Super sweet:)

Meet James

Woody's Pooch of the Week!
ADOPTED!!

James is a happy, active little beagle.
He's about 3 years old.
Very playful and fun to be around.
James is affectionate and loves to "talk to you."

35 lbs.

MEET FLETCHER!!
Woody's Pooch of the Week

ADOPTED!!

Fletcher is a cute, friendly boy who loves to play! He is great with other dogs and loves chew toys. Fletcher is also affectionate and snuggly.

1 yr old Mixed Breed 50 lbs.

MEET BELLA & GINO!
Woody's Pooches of the Week!
adopted!

Bella and Gino are two little Chihuahuas who have been deeply affected by the economy. Their Dad lost his home and had no choice but to bring them to us. They were pretty scared at first, but really came around under the care of our wonderful Chihuahua expert, Karen!

Bella and Gino are still a bit timid around new people, but they warm up quickly and are super loving and affectionate. They are also very smart- both are already almost housebroken and easy to train! They love to play with toys, and are just a joy to have around.

Bella is 4 years old, female, and 8 lbs.
Gino is 3 years old, male, and 7 lbs.

Please Email Susan  to adopt Bella & Gino, or to learn more about our dogs who are "foreclosure victims"

Meet Frank

Woody's Pooch of the Week!
RESCUED!

Frank is a fun-loving 8-month-old German Shepherd puppy.
He is still growing into those gigantic paws of his and is a little clumsy sometimes. Frank can be quite the comedian, too. He loves to play ball and fetch.

8-10 months old ~ 68 lbs.

Please Email Susan  to adopt

MEET BALTO!!
Adopted!!!!!

Finally. . . A Happy Ending :)

Balto is a very friendly, playful boy who loves people. He gets a kick out of squeaky toys and his favorite game is fetch. Balto is very smart and would be great with some training. He'd like an active owner.

Siberian Husky Mix. . . 1 1/2 yrs. . . 68 lbs.

MEET COBY!!
Woody's Pooch of the Week

ADOPTED!!

Coby is the PERFECT FAMILY DOG! He is super sweet and loves to cuddle on your lap, great with cats. He's wonderful in his crate & almost HB. He adores playing with other dogs and playing tug with anyone, but also can entertain himself- he LOVES balls! He's very attentive and knows sit, shake, down, crate and stay, and he "stays" and waits for his food. Coby is now in foster care, please Email Susan to meet him!

Mixed. . . 5-6 months old . . . 25 lbs.

MEET TALIA
Adopted!!!

Talia is a very sweet, social girl who LOVES her people! She definitely has a sense of adventure and loves to run, so a securely fenced in yard would be best. She also has quite a voice, so apartment living is not for her.

Talia's already crate-trained and housebroken. She's appropriately playful and very into her people. Excellent with other dogs, seems ok with cats.

1 year old. . BEAUTIFUL Siberian Husky Mix. . . 53 lbs.

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

MEET ANNA!!
Woody's Pooch of the Week
Adopted!!!

Anna is a sweet little Schnoodle. She is half schnauzer & half poodle.
Anna is already housebroken and really enjoys playing with other dogs.
She is good with cats, too. She'll be a wonderful little companion
and would be fine with older kids 10-12 yrs or older.

14 lbs.

5-6 years old

Schnoodle

Please Email Lisa  to adopt Anna!

MEET MILLIE!!
ADOPTED!!

Millie is a super cute, super sweet, super affectionate girl! She likes to go on walks, and when she gets tired she loves to be held and cuddle. She is also a huge fan of belly rubs! Millie has a wonderful personality and just adores her person.

Millie would do best in a home with no small animals or very young kids. Since she can be vocal, no apartments, please!

Beagle Mix. . . . 2 years old. . . . 24 lbs.

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

MEET SALLY!!
Woody's Pooch of the Week
ADOPTED!!

Sally is a beautiful Husky with a loving nature. She's very friendly with
everyone she meets, and has a sweet, affectionate side with her
person. Sally's also energetic and playful, so she would love a
fenced backyard to run around in. Sally is even crate trained, and she
already knows sit, down, and come!

Siberian Husky . . . . 1 1/2 years old. . . . 44 lbs.

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

MEET KENNY
Woody's Pooch of the Week

ADOPTED!!

Kenny's a sweet, shy boy who loves to hang out with you.
He's 3 yrs old, mixed breed, 48 lbs.

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

MEET WAYNE
ADOPTED!

Wayne's a happy, playful boy who's very affectionate.
He loves to play fetch with a ball and is great with other dogs.

Rottweiler mix
8 months old

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

MEET SETH--- ADOPTED!!

Seth is a very sweet, shy boy who absolutely LOVES affection. He will be a great companion in a quiet, gentle, adult only home.

Seth is one of our Senior Dogs featured in the month of November. He's a bit older, but that only gives him more character and means he's wiser! Please click here to see more Senior dogs here at the shelter.

Jack Russell Terrier. . . 5-6 yrs old. . . 14 lbs.

MEET WOODY!!
ADOPTED!!!



Woody's an adorable dog! He has the body of a bassett hound and the face of a hound. Woody loves everyone he meets. He's friendly, affectionate and already knows sit, shake, come, rollover and lay down. Woody's an accomplished snack hound and can catch a treat in mid-air.

4 yrs old. --- Basset Hound/Hound mix ---58 lbs.

MEET DIRK!!!
ADOPTED!!!


Dirk's a super friendly Lab. He's a special needs doggie who came to us with a broken leg, probably hit by a car. He has had surgery already and is doing great! Dirk is a super friendly, goofy, happy boy! He would be so happy to find an active home where he can run and play his big heart out!

10 mos old. . . Labrador Retriever. . . 74 lbs.
Please Email Erin  to meet him!

MEET TOMMY!!
Adopted!!


Tommy's an energetic, very affectionate boy. Don't let his jumping in the cage fool you, he settles nicely once he's out. He knows sit & takes treats gently. Very good on leash. Housebroken & rides well in the car. Good with other dogs. He's very inquisitive & smart. Tommy is going to need daily exercise & playtime to keep him happy. Active breed experience recommended.

• Border Collie mix

• 10 months

• 32 lbs. / Male

MEET DEAN!!

ADOPTED!!

Dean is an active, playful boy who loves stuffed toys. He's extremely , smart & treat-motivated. He knows sit & down very well & he's housebroken. Dean would love a home with older kids and an experienced owner to help him keep up with him.

9-10 mos old. . . Beagle Mix. . 24 lbs.
Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

MEET EVERETT!!
ADOPTED!

Everett is super sweet and affectionate. He is very loving and calm! Everett is also very smart and already knows sit, down, stay, and give paw. He's housebroken and enjoys bathtime.

Terrier Mix
8 months old
39 lbs.

Listen every Monday morning at 9:20 for Woody's Pooch of the Week

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

MEET BABY!!

ADOPTED!!!

Baby is an active, super friendly, playful girl. She has tons of energy and she's just happy to be outside romping around. She is quite gentle and she loves to have her teeth brushed! Baby loves all kind of toys and loves to play fetch. She is very smart and already knows sit and come!

45 lbs.       Mixed Breed      1 year old

MEET SHEP!!

ADOPTED!!


Shep is a high-energy boy who loves to play. Shep is affectionate and smart. He knows sit, and would benefit from a basic obedience class. Shep is housebroken and crate-trained.

• Collie / Austraiian Shepherd mix
• 2-1/2 yrs.
• 66 lbs. / Male

MEET BANDIT!!

ADOPTED!!!!


Bandit is a lively, sweet girl who loves everyone.  She is friendly, quiet, playful and very adaptable.  She likes other dogs and can hold her own with larger dogs, but also gets along well with puppies.  Good with kids, and also would be a great senior companion.  Bandit knows sit & come.  She is quiet, housebroken and good on a leash.

7 years old       Mixed         20 lbs.     Female

MEET GLEN---ADOPTED!!

Glen's a 10-month-old Bernese Mountain Dog mix. He's a sweet boy who still has tons of puppy energy. Glen's very affectionate and would love a home with some previous large breed experience. Glen's 61 lbs. and will be around 75-80 lbs when full grown.

MAX---ADOPTED!!
Joe Boxer 's Pooch of the Week!

Max is a friendly, fun-loving dog. He knows sit, stay, come & give paw.

He's a rough & tumble kind-of-guy who loves to play ball.  Probably best in a home with older children & adults with active breed experience.

Max is housebroken.

57 lbs.       Boxer      6  years old

MEET TODD!!

ADOPTED!!!!

Todd's a great buddy.

He's good with other dogs, loves to play with tennis balls,

and loves everyone.  Everyone except cats, that is!  No cats please!  Todd is housebroken and crate-trained, too!

47 lbs.       Hound mix      8 months old

MEET HUNTER!!

Woody's Pooch of the Week!

ADOPTED!!

Hunter loves to play ball!!! She is very fun and she already knows sit and walks well on her leash. She is very nice and happy to sit outside and look around.

Hunter is good with other dogs, kids, and she might be housebroken!

67 lbs.       Mixed Breed      1-2  years old

MEET LUCKY
ADOPTED!!

Lucky is a very sweet, shy boy who has grown up here at the
shelter. When he first arrived here as a puppy, he was very
scared and timid. But ever since our director took him into
a loving foster home, he has been making a lot of progress!
He is very friendly (though still a bit shy,) and he loves
to meet new people and really loves to play with otehr dogs.

Lucky would love to find a home where he

can play with another dog!

Labrador Retriever Mix      8-9 months old      45 lbs.

MEET REX!!

Rescued!

Rex is a one-year-old hound mix who loves everyone he meets.  He knows sit, shake and gives great kisses!

37 lbs.       Hound mix     1  year old

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

FIONA
Rescued!!

Fiona's an impish little comedienne who loves to fetch a ball and chew on her toys.  She is affectionate & very funny.  Fiona is housebroken, crate-trained & rides well in the car.  Good with other dogs & older kids.

2 yrs old     37 lbs.     Bulldog / Spaniel mix

MEET BOW!!

Adopted!!

Bow is a wonderful boy who is looking for a family of his own! He has been here since early February, with only a 2 week break in a foster home. Bow is the perfect companion, he loves to be with his person, no matter what you're doing. He has a very laid back personality- he's just a really EASY dog! Bow loves other dogs, kids of all ages, and just about everything else! He would make a great family doggie!

Beautiful, Unique Mixed Breed     ~1 Year Old          64 lbs.

Please Email Lisa to meet him!  or call 462-5227

MEET JUNEAU!!

ADOPTED!!!!
          

Juneau is a friendly, energetic puppy who loves to run and play. He is super friendly and likes to be around people! Juneau would love a home with a big, fenced yard. He's really smart, too- he is already crate-trained and housebroken and he knows sit.

Siberian Husky    

1 year old        44 lbs.

GIZMO!
  ADOPTED!!

Gizmo has a ton of energy! He is very friendly and playful and he likes other dogs. Gizmo loves to play with toys and his favorite game is tug.

Terrier Mix    10 months old         52 lbs.

GABBY -- ADOPTED!!

Gabby is really nice and mellow. She's super affectionate, too- just a big ol' sweetheart!

2-3 yrs old     94 lbs.     St. Bernard

MEET REX
Adopted!!!

This little imp is a happy, active beagle.  He's sweet and prefers the company of adults rather than kids.   Rex came to us as a starvation case and he weighed only 11 lbs.  He was infested with fleas and had a skin condition that required treatment.
Now Rex is feeling fine.  He's bulked up to 24.5 lbs and is ready to begin his new life.     1 yr. old     Beagle

MEET LAKOTA

Adopted !!

Lakota has the most beautiful face! He loves to play and ride in the car. He loves to visit BarkPark and swim. He is HB, crate trained, good with dogs and cats. He is still a pup and will make someone a wonderful companion.
Lakota loves to go for walks. He's just an overall sweet boy (not to mention that he is incredibly handsome!)

Siberian Husky Mix     1-2 years old      45 lbs.

TIMBER!!!
ADOPTED!!!

Timber is a big, friendly, energetic goofball. He is well-behaved, housebroken, and he knows sit and come here! Timber likes to
fetch a ball, and can't resist chasing a cat. He likes girl
doggies, riding in the car, and he LOVES Kongs.

5 1/2 yrs old     71 lbs.     Labrador Retriever

BUDDY!!!

ADOPTED!!!

Buddy is a beautiful 2-year-old Bluetick Coonhound.  He has a really sweet personality and is great with other dogs. 

2-3 years old      46 lbs.       Male

CHLOE!
Adopted  :-)

Chloe is a super sweet, timid little girl who would love a gentle, quiet home. She is shy at first, but warms up and becomes your bestest little buddy.   Very affectionate & eager to please. Knows sit, come & stay. Housebroken.

Chloe is in foster care, please Email Lisa to meet her!  
2 yrs.    Min Schnauzer Mix    12 lbs.

BUCK. . .
ADOPTED!

Buck's a two-year-old flat-coated retriever mix. He's an extremely friendly and affectionate boy who just loves to play. Buck's very smart and eager to please. He already knows sit, down and shake paw and is very responsive to training. He's got lots of energy and would love a home with another dog for a playmate. Housebroken and crate-trained. Good with other dogs, older kids 10+.
2 yrs old        Flat-coat Retriever Mix       79 lbs.
Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!
or call 462-5227

MARTHA
Adoption Pending!!


Martha enjoys being the center of attention. She is an all around American girl who can lounge around on the couch yet beat all the boys a playing catch. Martha is picky about her dog friends , good with cats, kids and all adults. HB, CT Martha is in foster care, please Email Lisa to meet her!
5 yrs old    Labrador Retriever mix   65 lbs.

GALLAGHER
ADOPTED!

Gallagher is happy, happy, happy! He is very friendly with everyone and has puppy-like energy. Great in the crate, loves to be outside and plays with balls, rope toys, and frisbees. He loves other dogs and kids 10+. Gallagher is in foster care, please Email Erin to meet him!

1 yr old Mixed breed, 52 lbs.

Adopted!!!  :-)
HUGO

Hugo is a happy, snuggly fellow who just wants to be your best friend.  He is well-mannered, quiet, knows sit, down, come and shake paw. 
Hugo is housebroken, too.  Loves to walk and ride in the car.   Hugo's favorite snack is cheesecake!  He is a middle-aged dog with a lot of love to give!  
7 yrs.    Keeshound mix    37 lbs.
Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

---FRITZ---
ADOPTED!!!!!!

Fritz is friendly, playful and very active.  He's affectionate and very smart.  Fritz knows the commands for sit, stay and come... and he's already housebroken.

9 months   Norwegian Elkhound   40 lbs.
Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

DARD
ADOPTED

Dard came to us with a horrible wound in his shoulder, and despite the pain he was still wagging his tail.
He has healed up nicely & is now a rambunctious teenager
who also loves to cuddle.
Good w/ dogs, cats, and older kids. CT & HB,
3 yrs old    45 lbs.     One-of-a-Kind Mutt

Dominique---ADOPTED!!!!

Dominique is a whole lot of dog!! She's a big, super fun, SUPER energetic Akita who LOVES to run. She really is a beautiful girl and she would make a great exercise or fetch partner for someone with a fenced yard & large breed experience. Enjoys being the dominant dog.

1 1/2 years old     Akita     82 lbs.

14 week old Bearded Collie/Border Collie mix.  Ned is snuggly and a real cuddler.  He will grow up to be large, active dog.  Good with other dogs, cats. A home with some previous active breed or herding breed experience would be ideal.

Please Email Lisa  to adopt Ned!

I'm an active playful puppy with lots of energy.  I'm affectionate, and can also be rambunctious, too.  I'm VERY treat-motivated and I want a home with someone who's willing to work with me on basic training and teach me some nice manners. Possibly housebroken.

6 months old    Rottweiler mix    29 lbs.

NICK & NORA
ADOPTED TOGETHER!!!!

We are two standard poodles who haven't had much love and attention in a very long time.  Now that we're safe at the shelter, we're eating all we want and sleeping on warm blankies...but it's not the same as a real home & a family to love us.Both are 3 yrs old  
Nick's outgoing loves to play.  Nora's shy and sweet.

SCOTTY - ADOPTED!!


I'm the cuttest little boy you'll ever meet! I'm shy, but inside I love everyone and just want to be eveyone's friend. I'm
super laid back- my only demand is that you give me love and attention I promise that if you take me home with you
I'll be the bestest friend you ever had and I'll love you with my whole heart (and I've got a really big heart!) 
1 year old!     Terrier Mix      35 lbs.

ROSE - ADOPTED!!

Rose is an energetic, active young Beagle Mix who
loves to play! She is also very smart- she already
knows sit, down, come, and stay! If that wasn't
enough, she's also housebroken!!

Listen every Monday morning at 9:20 for Woody's Pooch of the Week

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

RUDOLPH - ADOPTED!! 

I'm a happy, playful boy but I'm tired of living here
at the shelter!  I'm hoping Santa will bring me a new
home real soon. I am affectionate, polite, and I really
love toys! My dog friends here say I'm loads of fun.

1 yr.     46 lbs    All-American Mutt

HUGO - ADOPTED!!    :-)
Hugo is a happy, snuggly fellow who just wants
to be your best friend.  He is well-mannered,
knows sit, down, come and shake paw. 
Hugo is housebroken, too.  His former owner
was evicted and so Hugo lost his home. He is a
middle-aged dog with a lot of love to give!   7 yrs.    Keeshound mix    37 lbs. Fritz

Seymour is a SUPER PLAYFUL boy.
He's active & agile. Seymour sits for treats &
is good with kids 10+. He is smart, housebroken,
crate-trained & very eager to please.
Rides well in car. Good on leash.
1 1/2 yrs         40 lbs.          Mixed breed

ABBEY - ADOPTED!!

Abbey is a very sweet, loveable little American
Eskimo girl who loves affection. She will make
a loyal companion- she is happy just to be near
her person!  
Abbey is good with other dogs and kids 10+.

American Eskimo      8 yrs.old       22 lbs.

Listen every Monday morning at 9:20 for Woody's Pooch of the Week

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

HOOCH - ADOPTED

Hooch is an energetic, happy boy who loves
people. He knows sit very well and he is
good with other dogs and kids 8+.

Beagle         1 yr         15 lbs

HARLEY ADOPTED!!


Harley's a really calm, well-mannered boy. He's affectionate, good on a leash and knows sit. Very food-motivated and will work for treats.

6 yrs old.   German Shepherd/Husky mix.   60 lbs.

BELLANY - RESCUED!!

Bellany has lots of energy, in fact he's the life of the party!  Bellany's a typical active lab ~ very affectionate and loves to chase down tennis balls.

1.5 yrs old        64 lbs.
Labrador Retriever mix         

BETH ADOPTED!

Beth is a sweet, affectionate 2-year-old beagle. 
She is friendly and has a goofy, playful personality.  Beth is
gentle and loves to cuddle.  Gets along well with other dogs.

2 yrs   Beagle    28 lbs.

SPUNKY ADOPTED!



Spunky is a happy, energetic little guy who loves to
give kisses. He's super active and adores playing fetch.  Good with other dogs and older kids.

2 yrs.   Jack Russell Terrier mix    19 lbs.

Listen every Monday morning at 9:20 for Woody's Pooch of the Week

Please Email Susan  to adopt a dog!

ROCKY ADOPTED!!!!  :-)

1 yr old Rocky's loveable, energetic, affectionate & attentive. He loves to sit right by you. Rocky loves retrieving balls and adores chewy toys. Sits for a treat & takes it gently. Nice manners! Good with kids 8+. Housebroken, crate-trained, good in car.

Retreiver Mix, 10 months old, 50 lbs.

PEPPER ADOPTED!!   :-)

4 yr old Pepper's a sweet, friendly cattle dog.  He is a very fast learner and already knows sit.
Pepper is good with other dogs and kids 10+.  

4 year-old blue heeler cattle dog, 46 lbs.