"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!

ARTIFACT

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 25 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! So nice to meet you thank you for stopping by! I'm Artifact but my friends call me Arti! Gosh I am so happy to meet you! My age is a guess and we are guessing 12. I also weigh around 25 lbs. I am an easy going guy, quiet (my foster has not heard me bark) and I get along with everyone and everything. I am happy to go for walks or just just lounge around. I am also house broken. had a full work up done at the vet and everything looks good! Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

BAZOOKA BUBBLEGUM

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 10 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Bazooka bubblegum! nice to meet you! I'm a young pug-2 years old approx. and small-10 lbs
little pug-big personality! I am very outgoing and playful and would do great in an active home. don't worry-i have an off switch. we can totally Netflix and chill! I am doing great with crate training and house breaking but I will definitely need reinforcement in a new home. wanna be best friends?

BON

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 65 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi
I'm Bon! Nice to meet you! I'm a 2 year old 65 lb doberman lady. A house elf. A hovercraft. A regal queen. A derpy ding dong! yes, full of personality! Quirky in all the best ways a doberman can be quirky!
I love other dogs and I am also just fine with cats.
I need a human who is a leader because I lean towards insecurity and I rely on my person to tell me everything is ok! I am as sweet as sugar and enjoy a good Netflix and chill as much as I do an exciting outing around the lake. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be besties?

BROCCOLINI

SPECIAL NEEDS

AGE: 5 months WEIGHT: 3 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Broccolini! I'm an itty bitty baby chi with some special needs. don't let my neuro stuff fool you-i am a feisty-happy-playful-and ADORABLE little chi baby! Food is life! I am approx 5 months old and I weigh 3 lbs. my neurologist and my internal medicine docs have ruled out a liver shunt and they believe it is likely something between cerebellar hypoplasia and hydrocephalus but I am not on any meds which is good for all of us! I just need a patient human who will help guide my cute little steps sometimes but I am so much stronger since I was rescued. Watch my video and see me march! My spirit is mighty and I want to do EVERYTHING so I will surely win you over in the personality department. Also, I am quite possibly the cutest chihuahua in the history of chihuahuas. Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to be best friends!

CHARMIN

AGE: 7 years WEIGHT: 12 lbs GENDER: Female

Hello there! I'm Charmin so nice to meet you! I'm 7 years old (approx) and weigh 12 lbs. I am great with dogs and would probably be just fine with cats too. I also like kids. I had a huge mass-benign- removed last month that was so uncomfortable so I feel like I got my life back! Everything is so great and comfortable again! I am a sweet, darling little dog looking for a home with at least one dog pal and human(s) who will love and cherish me. Is that you? p.s. if you wanna adopt my pal Nosh we would make a great duo!

FIDGET

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 38 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Fidget! So nice to meet you! Aren't I cute? Really small too! 38 lbs. I am around a year old, maybe 10 months. lovely little personality. outgoing but not wild. sweet as pie. in a foster home with dogs, cats and two junior high school boys and I am great with everyone! Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends forever? Dogs are for life!

GOVERNOR ANN RICHARDS

AGE: 11-12 years WEIGHT: 16 lbs GENDER: Female

hi! I'm governor Ann Richards! A pleasure to meet you! I am wonderful-everyone says so! 11-12 years old, 16 lbs, and good with everyone! In a foster with young kids, cats and dogs. I am hard of hearing, LOVE everything cozy, am house broken and crate trained ( I LOVE MY CRATE it's my personal condo and all my cozy soft stuff is inside there). I am healthy, had a recent dental, and yes, my tongue flops off to the side and it's really cute. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be besties?

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.

KITTY DUKAKIS

AGE: 1 year WEIGHT: 38 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Kitty D! The Mini Husky. Nice to meet you! told I am the nicest little husky to ever exist! You can be the judge! 1 years old, 38 lbs and I love kids dogs and cats. I am fostered with all of them. beautifully crate trained and house broken, I am an absolute treasure! I am looking for a home with a dog pal and a human(s) who will love and cherish me. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

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?

KOMBUCHA

AGE: 6 years WEIGHT: 16 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Kombucha! Nice to meet you! I'm a 6 year old, diabetic (take insulin like a champ and you wouldn't know I was diabetic if I didn't tell you!) 15 lb chiweenie! I am cute, nice, dog social, easy going, and loving! SO loving! I am great with dogs and kids and would probably be just fine with a cat just have not met one to know. crate trained, couch potato, loves walks...you convinced we are besties yet? Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you!

LADY EGGROLL

AGE: 8 years WEIGHT: 63 lbs (*on a diet) GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Lady Egg Roll. Pleasure to meet you. I'm a delight! 8 years old and currently overweight at 63lbs (50 is my goal weight). I will do it! I am a really kind easy going lady who loves to lounge by the pool and take short walks-working to build up my strength as I lose weight :) I take anti inflammatory meds for my wonky pain (likely due to being so overweight) and it's helping so much. I am great with other dogs and kids and I am house broken and crate trained. Check me out in my cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

LAFFY TAFFY

AGE: 2-3 years WEIGHT: 12 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Laffy taffy. You can call me Laffy or Taffy for short-my friends do. I am around 2 years old and weigh 12 lbs I am very shy as I was likely not socialized or exposed to much prior to my new life in rescue but I am slowly but surely coming out of my shell thanks to my wonderful foster family. My friend Twinky (she's a dog) helps a lot. we cuddle. I am crate trained and house broken but will definitely need to re learn the routine at a new space. I also need a patient and kind human to give me the same time and space my foster family has given me. An emotional support dog pal will help immensely and I will that friendship in a new home. Young kids will probably prove to be too much for me so a calmer and quieter environment is ideal I can't wait to meet you Yay for shy dogs!

LINCOLN - ADOPTION PENDING

AGE: 4 years WEIGHT: 60 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Lincoln! Nice to meet you! I am around 4 years old 60 lbs. REALLY Sweet boy!!! I like people, dogs, & cats. Kids make me nervous-sorry kids. I am super easy and chill in the house. 100% house trained and crate trained. Quiet. I would be a fine apartment dog and totally fine flying solo. Check me out in this cute video - I have low-medium energy and I am really handsome. wanna be besties?

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?

MISTLETOE

SPECIAL NEEDS

AGE: 7 years WEIGHT: 7 lbs GENDER: Female

Hey there, I'm Mistletoe! I'm a silly, sweet, special gal with a bit of a medical backstory. Basically, I'm a neurological superstar, and I need a human who's ready to be my healthcare hero. I need daily meds, supplements, and a delicious diet – think of it as my VIP treatment to staying healthy! My ideal home is with someone who's cool with occasional vet visits (internal medicine and neurology), and who's financially prepped for that. I'm potty-trained-ish and a yard is my happy place, as I'm more of a meanderer than marathon walker. Although, if I am being honest, I do love a good stroller ride and I’m always down to be carried. I adore people, especially if you have snacks! And I'm good with dog (or likely cat) pals. Check me out in this cute video! If you're looking for a loving, funny companion and you're ready to embrace my quirky medical needs, let's meet!  

MRS MEYERS

AGE: 6 years WEIGHT: 15 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Mrs Myers! Nice to meet you! I am a 6 year old 15 lb beauty! breed guesses are havenese and Tibetan terrier. I was surrendered to a high intake shelter and quickly rescued when the folks heard I had a. HUGE bladder stone in me. rescue folks came and got me and I had emergency surgery and WOW do I feel like a brand new woman! what a relief! I am in a foster home now and I am crate trained and peeing normally now that everything is fine again! I LOVE kids and I love cats. I also enjoy dogs but I prefer calm dogs. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

MS. MULBERRY

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 60 lbs GENDER: Female

hello! I'm ms mulberry so nice to meet you! I am around 10 years old and I am a lovely granny retriever mix. rescue got me out of the scary shelter where I was really sick and depressed but after a month of care I am finally feeling like a brand new woman! I am great with other dogs and love all people. I absolutely love my neighborhood strolls and I am also good in the car. I am crate trained and house broken-yard access is ideal for me. I am in a foster home with other dogs and we all get along beautifully I show early signs of laryngeal paralysis which is common in older labs but it does not deter me at all and it is very very early. I have been fully vetted. Check me out in this cute video - can't wait to meet you

NOSH

AGE: 9 years WEIGHT: 15 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Nosh really nice to meet you thanks for stopping by. I am the sweetest, squishiest boy who loves cuddling up next to my dog friends or a human. 9 years old 15 lbs and some sight impairments-does not deter me I navigate just fine. I absolutely need a home with at least one dog pal who can be my emotional support friend to cuddle with. I really need and love that so I hope you have a friend that loves it as much as I do. I had a much needed dental recently and wow was that life changing! I feel so good! wanna be besties?

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!

PEZ

AGE: 3 years WEIGHT: 12 lbs GENDER: Female

hi! My name is Pez. nice to meet you. I'm around 3 years old. 12 lbs. very shy and worried meeting new people so please understand that I need someone patient like my foster family to give me some time and space to settle in. I get it-shy dogs are not for everyone-but once we bond with you and settle into a routine we will be besties. Also, a dog friend at home for me is a necessity. I very much need a companion dog pal. I am crate trained, working on my leash skills-a work in progress but I am definitely progressing. wanna be best friends?

POTSTICKER

AGE: 2.5 years WEIGHT: 45-50 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Potsticker I am a DELIGHT and considering what I have been through that says a lot about me! Overbred, hit by car, and dropped off at a high intake shelter. Luckily, the shelter vet closed me up and they called the rescue who swooped in to repair my broken leg. healing beautifully and I am recovering in a foster home which is so nice! I have a few more weeks of limited activity so my leg heals up perfectly. By the way I LOVE my dog foster siblings and the humans so much. I am around 2-3 years old. 45 lbs. will be spayed in a couple weeks-just needed my abdominal incision to heal before doing another surgery. I am crate trained and house broken and I deserve everything good! wanna be besties?

PROVOLONE

AGE: 4-5 months WEIGHT: 10 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 4-5 months old. I LOOK like a puggle-your guess is as good as mine. I currently weigh 10 lbs. best guess at maturity will be around 20 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!

RECESS

AGE: 5 years WEIGHT: 15 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Recess. Nice to meet you. I am around 5 years old and I weigh 15 lbs. I am great with other dogs. Mostly house broken but will need reinforcement in a new home. Also good with kids and have not met a cat. I am a really sweet, mellow guy looking for a human(s) to cherish me as I deserve. Can't wait to meet you!

SHAKE SHACK

AGE: 12 years WEIGHT: 15 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Granny Shake Shack! Nice to meet you! I can't see with my eyes but I can see with my heart (and I can certainly still smell everything with my cute little booper). I'm a 12 year old schnoodle (best guess) 15 lbs who can navigate around like a champ! I am great with other animals (dogs and cats) and would probably be fine with kids who are gentle. I love my neighborhood walks! wanna be besties? Check me out in this cute video - lets spend my golden years together doing all the fun stuff!

SHOWBIZ JAZZHANDS “JAZZY”

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 40 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Showbiz Jazzhands but my friends call me Jazzy I'm the best! 2 years old approx. weigh 40 lbs (i am very petite) love dogs. love humans. I go to the office with my foster mom every day which is super fun. I have gorgeous leash manners. I guess you could say I'm perfect? Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

SMURFETTE

AGE: 4 years WEIGHT: 10 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm Smurfette! Nice to meet you! I'm an approx 4 year old 10 lb chi mix-an absolute little love! incredibly kind and sugary sweet. I get along with everyone-dogs and kids and although foster mom has not seen me around a cat I bet I would like them too. I am spayed, current on all vet things, and healthy! Love walks and beach trips, ride great in the car, what more could you want in a bestie? this cute videolets bestie together!

SPA DAY SANDY

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. Check me out in my cute video - 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!

STAN

AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 40 lbs GENDER: Male

Hi! I'm Stan! Nice to meet you. I'm around 2 years old and I weigh 40 lbs I was hit by a car and ended up at the shelter where I really needed a lucky break to exit because I required surgery. Lucky for me I was rescued and they did EVERYTHING to help me isn't that cool? I had to rest for a month so my iliac fracture could heal before having surgery to fix my pelvis. All fixed up now! I'm a lovely guy, good with dogs but can easily fly solo. I am fostered with a human toddler now who I like very much but the foster parents set really good boundaries which is important for all dogs and kids so that's why I am thriving around a baby human. I am crate trained and house broken, a foodie but no resource guarding issues. I might like cats-going slow with them to see how I feel about them. I mostly want to just play ball and hang out in the sunshine-gosh I love sunny spots. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends forever? Dogs are for life!

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.

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!

BANANARAMA - ADOPTED

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?

BRISTLE - ADOPTED

AGE: 8 months WEIGHT: 30 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm bristle! bristle the bearded lady! 8 months old 30 lbs and an absolute delight! legs for days! I don't think I will get too much bigger but could potentially fill out more. I love kids and I love dog friends. have not met a cat. I am doing beautifully in foster and learning all the routines. Crate and house breaking, leash walks. All was new to me but I am mastering it! I will definitely need reinforcement in a new home. I am playful and do typical puppy stuff like take silly things that look delicious but are not edible so I will need you to continue guiding me through the phase, ok? Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

DIPPING DOTS - ADOPTED

AGE: 7 years WEIGHT: 45 lbs GENDER: Female

hi! I'm dipping dots and I am perfect. truly perfect. nicest, nicest, NICEST lady you will meet. I am around 7 years old and was discarded at a high intake shelter after being used my entire life for breeding. we know this because of my body but also because of my number tattoo on my inner ear. lucky for me-i was rescued and life is now extraordinary! I lounge in the sun, hang with dog friends, take. naps on cozy beds, and get love from humans all day long I could live anywhere with anyone and just about anything breathing as long as you provide love and cozy stuff. My hips are worn so I take pain meds to help-they do! joint supplements also help I weigh around 40 lbs. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to be your best friend!

DULCIBEAR - ADOPTED

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!

GOBSTOPPER - ADOPTED

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

Hi! I'm gobstopper! Nice to meet you. I'm a tiny little lady-around 7 lbs. I am 6-7 years old *best guess and I am initially shy meeting new people but once I feel safe we are going to be best friends. I am in a home with a gaggle of small dogs and I love having dog friends around so a home with a dog pal is a must. I am also fine with cats. I am crate trained as well and I enjoy walks. I am looking for a quiet home with folks who understand shy dogs and who will love and cherish me forever. Check me out in this cute video - I can't wait to meet you!

GRITS - ADOPTED

AGE: 10 years WEIGHT: 6 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm grits. I'm an itty bitty lady-6 lbs. I am around 10 years old and I am an absolutely precious little terrier chi mix. great with dogs, crate trained, and super easy going. I am great with dogs and would be fine with cats too. I have been fully vetted, including a cardiology work up which showed mild heart disease-no meds needed-and no recheck needed for 1-2 years. I will be getting a dental soon too. I could exist in your lap or in a sling attached to you and be the happiest creature to ever exist. wanna be best friends?

IHOP - ADOPTED

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

MARCY - ADOPTED

AGE: 13-14 years WEIGHT: 40 lbs GENDER: Female

Hi! I'm marcy! I'm a 13-14 year old 40 lb basset/labrador mix. I am the best!! I had a home but the humans decided they did not want to take care of me anymore and said I peed in the house. well, I am an older lady and I need more potty breaks but I am house broken. I am also THE LOVELIEST!! I had a recent dental and I feel so much better. I have the cutest flerps for paws and when I get excited and play bow they seem to get even cuter!!!! I love other dogs-adore my foster sister- and a home with a dog pal would be great unless you are home a lot and want me to be your work from home bestie. I am also good with cats and kids. A home with yard access would also be amazing. Check me out in this cute video - wanna be best friends?

STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING - ADOPTED

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?