"WHAT IS A MAGICAL UNICORN?" you may ask. WELL, MAGICAL UNICORNS ARE AMAZING DOGS WHO, FOR ONE REASON OR ANOTHER, HAVE SIMPLY BEEN OVERLOOKED AT CROWDED SHELTERS.
They are dogs who may not run to the front of their kennel to greet visitors, so they're less frequently seen. Perhaps they're shy, or maybe they just don't do well in the stressful shelter environment. Maybe they have a treatable medical condition and just need someone to give them a little extra care. Whatever the reason, these dogs find themselves running out of time at the shelter. Previously overlooked, once you get these Magical Unicorns out of the shelter and into a loving foster or forever home, they reach their full potential as happy, loving companions!
ALI
AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 70 lbs BREED: American Staffordshire Terrier mix
Hi. I'm Ali. I spent 9 months at the shelter, and that is shocking to everyone who knows how good a girl I am! I'm quite the catch! And I’m glad my forever foster family caught me. What else? I love to go to the dog park because I do zoomies there.
ALICE
AGE: 7 years WEIGHT: 79 lbs BREED: Labrador Retriever / Bullmastiff mix
Hi, I'm Alice and I'm basically a bear cub trapped in a dog's body! I'm sweet as honey and just adore everyone I meet, unless you're a cat. I don't love kitties. I am very smart and very funny. I love people, especially my foster family who became my forever family.
You can also watch a video of me here! And another one here!
BURKE
FOSTERED IN LAS VEGAS
AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 48 lbs GENDER: Male
Hi! I'm Burke and I am one seriously handsome gentleman, even with no eyes! That's right, you read it correctly, I have no eyes. They had to be removed because they did not work and were very painful. I am now blind but pain free which makes life soooo much nicer. That being said, I need a home with no (or few) stairs and I prefer the company of adults and other chill dogs. Kids and rambunctious dogs can startle me and I am just looking to relax in my golden years. I am working on my fitness as I have what my foster Mom likes to call a "chonky belly". I spent my whole life with my previous owner until they passed away which is when I ended up in the shelter. I've been through a lot of change and I am looking for a confident leader who will show me that there is nothing to worry about...plus, I am an Aussie who may just boss you around if you don't set the rules for me. If you want to make a smart gamble and come to Vegas to meet me please just send in your application!
CAPER
AGE: 8 years WEIGHT: 55 lbs GENDER: Male
Hi! I'm Caper and you're probably thinking to yourself "WOW that is one cute little Grandpa!"
yeah, I get that a lot! don't worry...it doesn't go to my head. I'm the NICEST little dude!
My age is somewhere around 11-13 years old. We don't really know for sure. I weigh 13 lbs. I am house broken. I love kids. I am good with dogs. I love walks. I have some anxiety but nothing super major.
Wanna meet me?
DESDEMONA
AGE: 4-5 years WEIGHT: 80 lbs GENDER: Female
Hi! I'm Desdemona. I am a LOOKER! I'm around 4-5 years old and I'm on the petite side for a mastiff-80 lbs. I am initially shy. I take a minute to warm up and I will probably always be a little hesitant around most new people. Ignore me for a bit and then I will quickly be your best friend. Once we are I will kiss you right on the lips!
I am fostered with a gaggle of dog friends-all shapes sizes and ages. @princeschwartzandthegrannies is the instagram handle in case you wanna check that out. I am crate trained and house broken. A busy house with kids might be a lot for me but if the kids are dog savvy and calm I would probably be just fine. I have no food guarding issues. I'm also pretty quiet. I LOVE to nap on the outdoor sofa! No idea how I feel about cats-have not met any. I will be getting that cherry eye fixed soon as well. Oh, and my neck rolls feel like cashmere....ahhhhh! I look forward to meeting you!
MAGDA
AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 17 lbs BREED: Cocker Spaniel
My name is Magda. Unfortunately, my previous family let me fall into a state that was just unfair to me. I was soooo sad when they decided to take me to the shelter, but then I met my Cinderella fairy godmothers (or is that fairy dogmothers?) from A Purposeful Rescue and everything changed! I'm now a forever foster.
OKRA
AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 51lbs BREED: Golden Retriever
Everyone loves this Okra! That's because I'm Okra...and who doesn't love a Golden Retriever?!
When A Purposeful Rescue heard my former owners turned me into the shelter, they knew there was no way I could stay. Just look at me! Not only am I pretty, but I'm soooo sweet and I love other dogs. I'm now safe and sound, living with my forever-foster family.
ZINNIA WORMWOOD
AGE: 4 months WEIGHT: 7-8 lbs GENDER: Female
HI! I'm Zinnia Wormwood and I am a very special little puppy. I was born with a heart shunt that will require me to be on meds for life. I was very wobbly when I first came into rescue but I am getting stronger every day. I am currently around 4 months old and I weigh around 7-8 lb. I am a stunningly cute little lady with a big personality. I am full of all the energy and excitement expected from of a pup my age with some extra sass to boot. I love to play, especially with other dogs, just as much as I love to snuggle up against you at the end of a long day. Crate-trained but still working on the whole potty training thing, my tail is a wagging machine, especially when I greet you every morning. I am a true love bug who will be your shadow if you let me, and I am growing stronger and braver every day.