"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!

BANANARAMA

AGE: 8 years WEIGHT: 7 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi Hi Hi! I'm Bananarama-yes-like the 80's pop band! So nice to meet you! I'm a really darling tiny little poodle mix. 7 lbs. 8 years old. looking for a forever bestie to do all the stuff with! I am a really nice gal, great with dogs, crate trained, and ready to mingle! Check me out in this cute video - wanna be besties?

BONITA

AGE: 11-12 years WEIGHT: 11 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! My name is Bonita and my friends tell me i am a saint-a prize-a treasure-a national treasure to be specific. I am around 11-12 years old. A total delight! great with all living beings and currently in a foster with one dog. i am house broken, crate trained, have great leash manners, and i am cuddly and quiet. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

CHAMOMILE

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 6 lbs GENDER: Female

Well hello there! I'm Chamomile but my friends call me Cami! I'm around 12 years old and weigh 9 lbs. Do you like my adorable floofy ears? They are a crowd favorite! I am the NICEST little granny! love everyone-dogs too! Haven't met a cat but i bet i would like them too. don't count me out for an adventure! I love road trips! Check me out in this cute video - wanna be my best friend?

COLLYWOBBLES

AGE: 3 years WEIGHT: 38 lbs GENDER: Female

HI! I'm Collywobbles! Nice to meet you! I am the cutest little (literally smol 38 lbs) gummy bear floof of a dog you will ever meet! I'm around 3 years old, a bit shy but so so gentle and kind. I like other dogs-might get overwhelmed initially b/c i am a dainty little lady but definitely like them. I LOVE toys and walks and I am a super fun companion-ask my foster family! Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you!

DULCIBEAR

AGE: 4 years WEIGHT: 55 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Dulcibear So nice to meet you! Initially shy-but don't worry-I just need a minute. Also, dogs help my initial worry with humans so much so a home with a dog pal would be perfect for me. My shyness is part of my charm. I am around 4 years old and weigh 55-60 lbs. I am crate trained and house broken. I am playful if a dog friend wants to play and also happy to be a couch creature and binge shows with you. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

GILDA

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 65 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Gilda! How are you???? do you like funny dogs? Like, really funny dogs? because I am REALLY funny! I'm pure comedy! all day long I will keep you laughing. I have an incredible personality to match my stunning good looks! I am great with dogs, house broken, and just happy to be hanging around on plush pillows and taking casual strolls around town. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

GIN BLOSSOM - ADOPTION PENDING

AGE: 3-4 years WEIGHT: 50 lbs GENDER: Female

HI! I'm Gin Blossom! so nice to meet you! I am an absolute love! 3-4 years old, 50 lbs. I am crate trained and house broken and currently in a foster with a dog pal. I love napping-it's my favorite past time. I am very sweet and gentle and I can't wait to be your best friend. Check me out in this cute video - I am spayed, healthy, and adorable!

IHOP

AGE: 8 years WEIGHT: 12 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi there! I'm Ihop! so nice to meet you! wow am I a lucky guy! I was rescued from the lancaster shelter after my guardian died. I was in really bad shape-matted from head to toe and I looked like the swamp creature. I am feeling so much better now and I have a wonderful foster mom taking care of me. my body was shaved from head to toe but my hair is slowly growing back in. I am learning all sorts of stuff like house training and crate training and I am proving to be a very good student of all! I am around 8 years old and weigh 12 lbs and I am looking for a forever home who will love and cherish me. Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you

JAKE FROM STATE FARM

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 19 lbs GENDER: Male

FOSTERED IN LAS VEGAS

Like a good neighbor Jake (from State Farm) is there! This lovely gentleman found himself in the shelter and the staff immediately knew he was a Magical Unicorn. He will make an excellent addition to any family as he is sweet, loving, and very gentle. He is approximately 10 years old and currently about 19 lbs. He is great with other dogs and enjoys snuggling up to them. He is currently working on his fitness to lose a few pounds so leisurely walks are more his speed than hiking or running. If you're looking to hang out with a chill guy, Jake is your man.

JAY AND BOBBI

AGE: 10 and 11 years WEIGHT: 5 and 8 lbs GENDER: Male and Female

BONDED PAIR

Hi! We are jay (male tan 8 lbs 10 years old) and Bobbi (female grey 5 lbs 11 years old). we are best friends. we love cuddles, everything cozy, rides in the stroller, more cozy, and snacks. (Jay is being treated for a heart condition and is on medication for it). we are the NICEST dogs.(jay is the more outgoing of the two. Bobbi is definitely more reserved). Check out out in this cute video - we can't wait to meet you!

JOLLIBEE

AGE: 1-2 years WEIGHT: 45 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi Hi Hi!! I'm Jollibee!! I have no idea what I am but everyone asks me. Boxer mix? I have legs for days! I'm around 2 years old and weigh 45 lbs. I LOVE other dogs but could fly solo (I am fostered solo). I walk nicely on leash, am crate trained, house broken, and an absolute joy to be around. I am darling! Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

LAZY SUSAN

AGE: 8-9 years WEIGHT: 7 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Lazy Susan-like the table wheel! best invention ever! anyways, I digress! I'm around 8-9 years old and weigh 7 lbs *ahem on a diet to lose a pound. I am fostered with kids and dogs. I am a bossy little spicy chi-ya'll know my brand! If you know you will LOVE. ha I have been fully vetted (my foster is an actual vet isn't that amazing?) and I am looking for a forever home where you will cherish and adore me the way a queen chi deserves. talk soon!

LEMONGRASS GOGULOPE

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 50 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Lemongrass Gogulope! My friends call me Lemmy! so nice to meet you! I am the BEST!!! young-around a year old-50 lbs. a real gem! I had surgery recently to fix a hip laxation, healing up, and will be off activity restrictions by Valentines day. I LOVE dogs. I am crate trained and house broken. I am playful but not annoying in any way-i have a very soft and sweet disposition. Check me out in this cute video - I cannot wait to meet you so we can be best friends and do all sorts of fun stuff together!

LIESL

AGE: 3 years WEIGHT: 38 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Liesl. I'm a 2-3 year old 38 lb shepherd mix looking for a forever home. I am currently in the san diego area. i am good with dogs and prefer a well matched play buddy. A human who can offer me activity, structure, and lots of fun would be amazing. my current situation is not working out and i am looking for a new place to live. I am house broken and crate trained. I can't wait to meet you

LONG JOHN SILVER

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 25 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Long John Silver! Nice to meet you! I'm a 9 year old 25 lb snuggle toothed adorable pirate! just kidding I'm not a pirate. I look like a pug mix-maybe puggle? 27 lbs but need to lose a few lbs. workin on it! I am the nicest guy! great with dogs, house broken, crate trained, super on walks and I love car rides! Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

MENCHIE

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 40 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Menchie! Nice to meet you! I'm a little dude-40 lbs. 2 years old and ready to find my forever home. I was rescued from the south la shelter after being found with another dog emaciated and alone in an apartment. I have gained weight and I am feeling like a new person! I am crate trained, enjoy walks and outings with my foster mom who is a dog walker-we go on lots of fun pack outings. I get to ride shotgun in the car which is so fun-i love car rides. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

MISTLETOE

*has spinal meningitis (not contagious) 

AGE: 7 years WEIGHT: 7 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Mistletoe! I'm a 7 year old little 7 lb Maltipoo-yorkie poo? Your guess is as good as mine! Here's what my Foster Mom said about me!
*I have spinal meningitis (the non contagious form) and I am making progress every day!
*Happy, sweet, super affectionate
*Tolerates baths
*Loves FOOD, people and animals
(in that order)
*Is making progress every single day, and last night decided if she’s going somewhere, she’s gonna WALK - like she’s been doing it forever.
*Very willful and determined
*Loves being held like a baby and will fall asleep in your arms
*great car companion
*enjoys being walked in the stroller - although as we just learned, will jump out.

Check me out in this cute video!

ONION

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 45 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Onion. Nice to meet you! I'm a petite kid-around 45 lbs and I am estimated to be around 2 years old. i am lucky enough to be fostered with the incredible folks at Pasadena paws (trainers) so they are setting me up for success. I definitely need a more confident owner who will provide routine and structure because that is when i thrive! I walk beautifully on leash-unless there is a squirrel-but my fosters are working on this with me. I like to play with dogs( I can be a little pushy but mostly relaxed and playful so matching me with the right dog is key for our long time success). Kids might be a bit too much for me-sorry! Check me out in this cute video -c an't wait to meet you!

OYSTER

AGE: 9-10 years WEIGHT: 14 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Oyster. Nice to meet you. I'm around 9-10 years old and I weigh 14 lbs. I ended up in the shelter, injured, and that was a bummer. BUT, luckily, nice rescue folks saw me and scooped me up! my injuries are healing and I am in a wonderful foster home with a nice dog pal and adorable kids. I love kids! I am a really nice boy and I am house broken and crate trained. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

PROVIDENCE - ADOPTION PENDING

AGE: 9-10 months WEIGHT: 38 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Providence! Nice to meet you! I'm a 9-10 month old petite husky mix. I AM VERY SMALL-just under 40 lbs. I am an absolute love who was rescued from the shelter after being hit by a car. Luckily, nothing was broken, but I was hurt and needed rest and time. I am almost done with my rest period and I will be ready to do all walks/hikes etc by Mid February. I am crate trained and house broken, good with dogs and kids. I am on the shyer side-not fearful-just shy-so respectful kids who understand this would be preferred. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you

PROVOLONE

AGE: 3 months WEIGHT: 8 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! My name is Provolone! Nice to meet you. I'm a puppy so I will need all the leadership, structure, and routine that you can give! estimated age is around 3 months old. I LOOK like a puggle-your guess is as good as mine. I currently weigh 8 lbs. best guess at maturity will be around 25 lbs. I LOVE LOVE LOVE other dogs. I am doing great with my house training too! I was rescued from the shelter with a case of juvenile cellulitis aka puppy strangles but I am healing beautifully. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

SAMANTHA

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 75 lbs (*on a diet) GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Granny Samantha! what a pleasure to meet you! I'm 10 years old but proof that age is just a number because I LOVE LIFE!!! everything is so fun! my owner got really sick and the family dropped me at a shelter-not cool-but lucky for me nice rescue people love old lumpy granny dogs and came running just for me! I mean, can you blame them? I am quite a catch! on a diet currently, hard of hearing, love to have chats with you, good with dogs of all sizes, and will be having some of my ornaments (lumps) removed soon. Check me on in this cute video - i can't wait to do the bestie thing with you! xo

SERAFINA

AGE: 11 months WEIGHT: 60 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! i'm Serafina nice to meet you! I'm a really nice dog! I am around 11 months old and weigh 60 lbs
CRAZY story how i ended up in rescue, wanna hear? Ok good! Someone loved me because they got me surgery (fho) recently but i somehow ended up a shelter which is so weird because that was not a cheap surgery. my microchip was not registered but i waited at the shelter for a month and no one showed up...until the nice rescue folks did. Phew! I am adorable, great with dogs and love EVERYONE! no one is a stranger. I am crate trained-and need a crate-because i am prone to separation anxiety. crate is a safe space. it's great! i am technically still healing from that surgery and building up my muscles again... wanna help me continue? Check me out in this cute video - lets be best friends!

SPA DAY SANDY - ADOPTION PENDING

AGE: 9-10 years WEIGHT: 10 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi - I'm spa day sandy but you can call me sandy if you want! I am around 9-10 years old and weigh 10 lbs. I can see a little bit but I can't hear much. I love walks, other dogs, human cuddles, and snacks. I am a beautiful lady worthy of all that is good so if you need some floofy lady love in your life we should meet!

STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 18 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Sticky Toffee Pudding nice to meet you! I'm around 10 years old and weigh 18 lbs. My past is unknown but from the state I was in my previous life was probably not the greatest. No worries-us dogs are very present creatures and don't dwell in the past. I am lucky to have been rescued, received great vet care (recent much needed dental and neuter) and a haircut. I had the thickest, most uncomfortable matted carpet coat that felt like a huge weight was lifted after being shaved. I am great with dogs. have some sight issues so a home without kids is ideal. Check me out in this cute video - I am love walks and I am also crate trained. wanna be besties? forever and ever?

SUEBELLE

AGE: 11-12 years WEIGHT: 20 lbs GENDER: Female

Hello! Nice to meet you! i'm SueBelle and I am very lovely. 11-12 years old and I weigh 20 lbs. I was rescued from the south la shelter recently and am currently healing my ear hematoma and skin. I likely lived outside most of my life considering the sores on my back end. I am very gentle, great with other dogs, house broken, and easy. I am also very quiet and would do well in a home with kids. I can't wait to meet you

SWEETIE

AGE: 6-7 years WEIGHT: 54 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Sweetie. Nice to meet you i am wonderful. 6-7 years old, 55 lbs and i love everyone. I am house broken, crate trained, and good with dogs and kids. Currently in a foster with other dogs. i was rescued from the south la shelter where i was a staff and volunteer favorite-duh! Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you.

TADPOLE

AGE: 3-4 years WEIGHT: 35 lbs GENDER: Female

HI. I'm Tadpole! Nice to meet you! i am a wonderful, loyal, super dog loving 3-4 year old 35 lb lady looking for a forever home in Los Angeles. I am initially shy with people i do not know so just give me a minute to settle and we will be best friends. i LOVE my foster mom. I also LOVE my foster dog friends and i would appreciate a home with a dog friend(s) very much.  i have short legs but I can jump super high-it's quite impressive.  Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

TINKERBELL

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 15 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Tinkerbell! Nice to meet you! I'm an elder beauty around 12 years old but with plenty of life to live! my hearing and sight might not be as good as it used to be but that's ok! I love food, short walks, rides in the stroller, and cozy things to lay on. I had dental recently so my teeth and breath are so much shinier and smell so much better! yay for dental health. I am looking for a lovely, kind human(s) to spend my golden years with. if that's you, I can't wait to meet you!

TOBY FROM THE BLOCK

AGE: 11 months WEIGHT: 48 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! i'm toby from the block! so nice to meet you! do you like shy dogs? You see, I am initially shy. i need dog friends to help (like my foster dog siblings do) me navigate the world and boost my confidence. I am a very soft tempered, sweet kid who needs humans who understand shy dogs and dogs who like to cuddle and play. I am crate trained ( i love my crate) and house broken and i have really nice leash manners. Check me out in this cute video - do you want to be best friends?

TWINKY

AGE: 13 years WEIGHT: 10 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm twinky. nice to meet you. i'm a 13 year old yorkie who was dropped off at a shelter by my previous owner in rough shape. i am overweight but working on losing it thanks to my wonderful foster. i don't bark b/c my previous owner removed my vocal chords. i also have a collapsing trachea so i need to wear a harness, take medication and live a calm and quiet life. I am darling and kind and enjoy the company of humans and dogs *would probably be fine with cats too. I can be shy but that is less so the more comfortable i get. I have a good appetite and i am house broken. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you

VICKY CHRISTINA BARCELONA

AGE: 3-4 years WEIGHT: 35 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Vicky Christina Barcelona! SO NICE TO MEET YOU!! I'm around 3-4 years old and I am CUTE! Low, long, with flerpy paws! I am a tad over my ideal weight of 35 lbs. best to keep us low riders lean! I am incredibly sweet and gentle natured. I am initially anxious in a new place but it just takes me a day to settle (lots of change for me recently so it's expected and I just need a minute to process). I love my crate-it's a safe and cozy space for me. I have very bouncy legs for being so short! I like other dogs and am great with kids. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to be your best friend!

YODEL

AGE: 4 years WEIGHT: 15 lbs GENDER: Male

HI! I'm Yodel. nice to meet you. Thanks for stopping by. Question for ya! Do you like shy dogs? I'm shy. Likely because I did not get a lot of socialization until now. I was rescued from a shelter recently and have been doing incredibly well at my foster home. Baby steps-no pressure-figuring stuff out at my own speed thanks to my patient foster mom and foster cat scrubs! I like dogs and cats. kids might prove to be a bit too much energy/chaos for what I need. Quiet, calm house hold would be swell. I am around 4 years old and weigh 15 lbs. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

BABY SPINACH - ADOPTED

AGE: 5-6 months WEIGHT: 23 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Baby Spinach! Nice to meet you! I'm a 5-6 month old red heeler pup! ADORABLE-yep! Smart-yep yep! I weigh around 23 lbs and will probably mature to be around 30 lbs (best guess). I am crate trained and house broken and currently on restricted activity b/c i had surgery to fix my knee and hip a couple weeks ago! i will be good as new by the end of january! I am great with dogs and once I am cleared post op will be an active little adventure buddy! Check me out in this cute video - I cannot wait to meet you!

CANDY CRUSH - ADOPTED

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 10 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Candy Crush! Nice to meet you! I'm an adorable little shih tzu mix! 10 lbs. a year old. love kids and dogs and will probably be just fine with cats too! working super hard on crate training and house breaking. I am in a foster home with kids and other dogs. Wanna be besties?

DENTURES - ADOPTED

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 5 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm dentures. nice to meet you. I'm a 5 lb 12 year old chihuahua looking for a safe, cozy spot to spend my golden years. I was part of a hoarding case so my previous life was pretty crappy. I like cozy stuff and I really like feeling safe. I have a bad knee-typical chihuahua stuff but the rest of my senior panels look a ok! I played with a toy for the first time at my foster house and it was really cute according to the humans. Check me out in this cute video - wanna make me a permanent bestie?

MARIE CALENDAR - ADOPTED

AGE: 5 months WEIGHT: 30 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi Hi Hi!! I'm Marie Calendar so nice to meet you! I'm a puppy!!!! 5 months old approximately-fun, outgoing, playful and ready for a home of my very own! I currently weigh around 30 lbs. Will probably be a 55-60 lb dog at maturity (all a guess). I love dogs, and doing great with crate training and house breaking and once I am fully vaccinated will be an amazing adventure partner! Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

MARISOL - ADOPTED

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 15 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Marisol. Nice to meet you! I am approx 2 years old and i weigh 15 lbs. From the looks of me everyone thinks I am a frenchie/chi mix. what do you think? i was rescued from the shelter so my previous life is unknown. I love other dogs and am learning all sorts of stuff in foster like house breaking, crate training, and walks on leash. Everything is SO FUN!!!! Check me out in this cute video - i can't wait to meet you!

PJ HARVEY - ADOPTED

AGE: 8 years WEIGHT: 50 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm PJ Harvey! So nice to meet you! I'm the loveliest lady! Approx 8 years old 50 lbs. Great with dogs. In foster with 3 dog friends. I am easy going, very kind, and just enjoy all the comforts home has to offer. I'm in the market for a forever best friend Is that you? Check me out in this cute video! Can't wait to catch up and see if we are a good match!

SNORKEL - ADOPTED

AGE: 11 years WEIGHT: 16 lbs (on a diet) GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Snorkel! Nice to meet you! I am approximately 11 years old and on a diet (I am currently 16 lbs but should at least weigh maybe 12 lbs). my cute belly hangs low. I have been fully vetted and I am on meds for gall bladder sludge, was tested for cushings but that was also negative. I am good with dogs and cats. limited hearing and sight but it does not deter me. I am the cutest little sausage! Check me out in this cute video - wanna spend forever together?

VERONICA VANCE - ADOPTED

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 28 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Victoria Vance but my friends call me ViVi!
Nice to meet you! I am around 2 years old and weigh 28 lbs. I love other dogs, am good with cats and with well behaved children-if they are wild they scare me.
I am a great leash walker, crate trained (will need leadership to reinforce some minor anxiety in a new space but nothing major) and house broken. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

WABBIT - ADOPTED

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 10 lbs GENDER: Female

Please note: Wabbit is still in a cast and on crate rest until 3/6!

Hello hello hello! My. name is Wabbit! No, not Rabbit-WABBIT! Funny, eh? I am a young lady-probably around a year old. Pint sized at 10 lbs Likely hit by a car, broke my leg and the nice rescue people saw me at the shelter and got me all fixed up! I mean, they did not go to vet school but they know someone that did and SHE fixed me up. I am a wonderful little dog. great with other dogs. would likely be fine with cats too. Can't wait to meet you!