"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.

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!

PATTY POOD

AGE: 14 years WEIGHT: 11 lbs GENDER: Female

Hello, I'm Paddy Pood and I'm the sweetest little poodly pood you will ever meet! I ended up in the South LA shelter with a possible owner who never came to redeem me. When APR saw my skinny granny tush in the shelter they knew I did not belong there and got me right out. I am currently fostered in Las Vegas where I am an excellent companion to all the people I meet and I'm very good with my foster dog siblings. I enjoy snuggling on the couch and lounging in the sun. I'm an overall easy lady and looking for my forever retirement home. Check me out in this cute video! If you're interested in meeting me, please submit an application and note that you would need to come meet me in Las Vegas

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.