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Lucky is an extraordinary one-year-old pup who radiates sweetness and affection. You’d never guess by his playful antics and infectious joy that he had a harrowing past.  After living his entire life on a chain, he was rescued from the brink of death after watching his sister pass away next to him.  He is currently in a training program where he is building confidence and skills, and learning to leave the past behind him!  Some things are still scary for him, so he occasionally wants a lap to hide in for security.  He is fully crate trained, housebroken, knows several cues (sit, down, stay, come, drop, leave it, focus, find it, bring it, place & heel), walks well on a long line, and has a great recall.

There isn’t a person or dog he hasn’t loved so far!  He loves to chew, hike, and play.  He still possesses an endearing puppy-like energy, but he's 63lbs, so he needs a home without young children. His ideal family would include a playful, four legged sibling and guardians who can provide the necessary guidance and structure for his continued growth.  A lap to chew his toys in is a must!  

Lucky is sure to bring immeasurable joy to the lucky family who welcomes him into their lives!

If you are interested in adopting Lucky, please fill out an application today!

Shiloh is a very special girl who is on the hunt for an equally amazing home! Shiloh is an incredibly sweet and gentle, 2-3 year old, petite (under 40 pounds) pittie mix who has overcome some major odds in her short life. Totally blind either since birth or shortly thereafter, she was reportedly found stray and spent almost a month in one of our local shelters before landing a foster home. While they may look different, her eyes are actually quite healthy and shouldn't cause her any issues later in life.

Incredibly resilient, Shiloh mastered the layout of her foster home in about a week - now happily running from end to end, doing crazy zoomies at dinner time. She doesn't let her blindness hold her back and she will quickly jump up on the bed for belly rubs or on to the couch to relax and "watch" tv. Shiloh loves Nylabones and Kongs, basically any kind of treat, and a pup cup during car rides. She seems to enjoy the company of other dogs and is non-reactive to cats. Since she can't see normal behavioral cues, she would prefer a canine friend with a more relaxed play style. More than anything, she simply needs a loving and patient owner who understands that it might take her a little more time to get used to a new environment, promises not to move the furniture around frequently, doesn't have a million stairs to navigate, will provide her the stability and routine she needs to thrive, and can shower her with plenty of affection. In return, she will provide you with the sweetest, gentle kisses, loads of snuggle time, and tons of unconditional love.

If you are interested in adopting Shiloh, please fill out an application today!

About 3 months ago we were contacted by a boarding facility we’d taken dogs from in the past. Dogs whose owners drop them off with the promise to return, and then they never do.

We went to meet the dog and the brought her home. The next day we went to the vet and put her on a hydrolyzed protein diet and in 3 months she’s up to 62 pounds.

She is ready for her happy ending...she has no recollection of her past. She is happy, goofy, LOVES her foster brother Forest, likes all the dogs she’s met, house broken, crate trained, and good on leash. Her ideal person would work from home as she wants to be with her people at all times!

If you are looking for an easy happy go lucky girl Angel Food Cake is your girl!

Click here to fill out an adoption form today!

Meet Jeffrey! An outgoing boy who loves everyone he meets! He is a 3 yr old lapdog (his words), and weighs 65 lbs, most of which is his huge noggin.

He's working on manners and obedience training. He's great on a leash, loves walks and car rides. He's also content lounging on your lap resting from a long day.

He has loved every dog he's met. Has lived with other males and females, and has always been a perfect gentleman. He's also good with cats and llamas (long story). He's crate trained, and is perfectly content to hang out in his house while his parents work. Will work for treats!!

If you want a dog attached to your hip, to be your shadow, Jeff is the guy for you!! Come get all of his snuggles!

If you are interested in Jeff, complete an application today!

Searching for something to sweeten up your life? Look no further! This is Tootsie Roll, like the candy. She is about 4 years old and has a ton of character! She spent the first years of her life in and out of shelters, and is ready to land her forever home with you- she deserves some stability!

Tootsie has been working hard on learning obedience but has so much love to give once she’s comfortable. She knows sit, lay down, place, paw, comes when called and is crate trained.

She loves playtime and goes crazy for her squeaky toys & stuffies! Tootsie had a bad habit of jumping and nipping that she has been working hard to break with trainers, but consistency will be needed from her adopters to keep her sharp and polite.

Tootsie is dog friendly, but can be a little dominant so a human referee can be needed at times. She has learned to ignore the confident cats in the home, but will give chase if they run.

Please reach out if you’d like to learn more about Tootsie!

If you are interested in adopting Tootsie, please fill out an application today!

Princess is a one-of-a-kind lady who will only take a few weeks before she becomes your heart/soul dog. She genuinely is one of the smartest, most loyal pups who fully deserves a home that will love her and show her the world. Princess is around 5 years old and under 35lbs, so she is perfectly compact for travel. She’s so easily trainable and would love to do trick training and maybe even a sport like dock diving or agility with her owner. She has a newfound love for swimming and is so food motivated it helps he overcome any fear or anxiety she has towards uncomfortable situations. Through proper introductions she does great around most dogs, especially if they are more neutral and calm dogs. She requires a house with no kitties but coexists around chickens and reptiles just fine. With more training and exposure, she will only get better and better around all dogs and creatures. Words cannot express just how amazing this dog is! Please schedule a meet and greet to be blown away by her. She isn’t just a Princess, she’s a total queen.

If you are interested in adopting Penny, please fill out an application today!

Bertie
Female
Adult
Mixed breed/terrier
Black

We met Bertie one Sunday morning curled up sleeping on our side porch. After no one came for her we took her in. A stout, strong, yet gentle soul, we have loved getting to know her through morning walks, car rides and just sitting quietly in or outdoors. She is house trained and responsive to several commands including, “down” “all the way down” and “come.”
Bertie is not a high energy dog. Her top speed is a trot. She is comfortable being leashed/harnessed and will trot her morning walk with stick in her mouth.
Bertie is very comfortable around all the people she has met. She is gentle around our 4-year-old grandchild, too (supervised of course). 
Bertie’s overall gentle and calming spirit will make her an excellent companion.

Are you looking for a little slice of perfection in your life? If so, then Princess is the gal for you! This sweet little lady is estimated to be around 5 years old and is about 30 lbs. Her tiny size makes her compact and easy to travel with. She can be a little nervous with new people at first, particularly men, but with some treats and love it doesn’t take long at all for her to become your new best friend. Princess is currently going through a board and train program to help her be on her best behavior and she is soaring through it with flying colors. She would love to do some trick training with her new owners. Princess would do best with a more neutral dog housemate, as she can get a little worked up around high energy dogs. No kitties please!

If you are interested in adopting Princess, please fill out an application today!

Hi, my name is Wilson. I’m a big old goober with lots of love to share. I walk really well on a leash, know how to sit and give you my paw and I absolutely love to sit with you and flop over for belly rubs. Foster mom and me are learning fetch together, it’s been a while for her to teach that again . I love hanging out with my best friend Gwen and foster friend Lucy the beagle. When I play too hard they correct me and I listen.  I have a big heart with lots of love to give.❤️ I am looking for a home with another dog so we can play the day away, then some humans to spend my evenings chilling out and watching movies. P.S. Popcorn is yummy!

If you are interested in adopting Wilson, please fill out an application today!

Tapioca
Red and white
Bulldog mix
40 lbs

Tapioca is as sweet as pudding! She is a compact young lady who enjoys car rides and short strolls. Tapioca is crate trained and sleeps well through the night. Tapioca is still young and will use her mouth to get attention so no little people for her. Tapioca enjoys playing with toys, but she prefers her humans company to anything.  Tapioca would do best as an only dog.  Tapioca is very attentive to her human and will make a wonderful co-pilot in life!  

If you are interested in adopting Tapioca, please fill out an application today!

Looking for a sweet and lovable dog to bring into your family's life? Say hello to Ethel! Ethel is a beautiful girl who was adopted out briefly but returned as she is not compatible with cats and chickens. However, she loves kids and most dogs (a meet and greet is required).

Ethel is a lucky charm waiting to bring happiness and love into her new home. Don't miss out on your chance to meet her! Visit Hopewell Animal Services at 507 Station Street (approximately 200 yards behind the downtown Fire Department) or call them at (804) 541-2204 to schedule a meeting with her.

Ethel is sure to steal your heart with her sweet demeanor and loving personality. Don't hesitate - adopt Ethel and make her a beloved member of your family today!

If you are interested in adopting Ethel, please fill out an application today!

Meet Miss Zucchini, a beautiful girl who found herself at the shelter with her little friend who has since been rescued. It took her some time, but she's settling in and getting better in the super stressful shelter environment.

Miss Zucchini loves people and presses herself against the kennel for attention. She also loves going on walks and exploring her surroundings. Although she hasn't been fully evaluated with other dogs, the shelter believes she would do well with smaller dogs.

This sweet girl would love nothing more than to find her forever home, especially in time for the holidays. Don't wait any longer to meet Miss Zucchini and bring her into your loving home. Give Hopewell Animal Services a call today at 804-541-2204, and schedule a meeting with this beautiful girl. You won't regret it!

If you are interested in adopting Zucchini, please fill out an application today!

Hounds may get typecast as a hunting dog, but Frida Laya is totally a surfer chick... whether that's counter surfing, couch surfing, or crowd surfing.  Shes happy, curious, and more than happy to tell you all about the world once she settles in and gets cozy and comfy. She needs an home with other dogs around to continue to build this confidence.   Frida loves her some snacks and chips and cheese sticks are the way to her heart. She lives to play with other dogs but at the end of the day she’s ready to cuddle. Shed do great with almost any dog as she’s flexible enough to go at their pace and listen to them. Frida is so easy going, she even likes children and cats.

If you are interested in adopting Frida, please fill out an application today!

Beau is approximately 7yrs old. He came to us scared of the world but is learning that pets and human touch can be a good thing. He is still scared of any sudden movements and will run to his safe space. He is very shy and timid but is becoming braver every day. He will approach you for pets and treats. Oh, how he loves his treats, so much so he will seek them out on his own, so keep your counters clean. He has a playful and silly personality. Loves other dogs and likes to steal all the bones and take them to his bed. He likes to flip himself on the ground to rub his back. He rubs himself so hard that he moves himself across the yard. He will grab anything that is left out, including a magnifying glass, and take it back to his bed. He may just be a kleptomaniac.  

Beau keeps his area clean. Has not had any recent accidents in the house. He is crate trained and enjoys hanging out in his crate.

Beau requires someone who will be patient with him and continue to work on his confidence. He has 2 foster brothers. One small and one medium size. He loves other dogs and would do better with someone to play with and help him to continue to build his confidence. Someone who is not constantly in his face or likes to play too rough, likes his foster brother. He has not been around cats, however he shows a lot of interest in them during our walks.

Beau is the sweetest boy, and we absolutely love him. He has had a rough life and deserves his own furever home with soft beds, lots of treats and his very own family to love him. 

If you are interested in adopting Beau, please fill out an application today!

This sweet gal sure can bring a smile to anyone’s face. With her goofy boxer wiggles and her little nubbin that goes super fast when she sees people. She still has some boxer spunk to her. She loves a good romp with her fur friends or the kids and then she will just snuggle right up and chill. She has done great with her fellow puppers from the super hyper to the old and grumpy to the tiny and snappy. She has been around a toddler and older children and seems to enjoy being around them. She is crate trained with no accidents in the house. Working on basics and leash manners. Don't let this old gals grey face fool you. She still has a lot of love, snuggles and romps in the sun to give. She really is a gem! 

We love Lucy! Lucy is sweetie pie lab/pittie mix who’s around 5/6 years old and just under 50lbs. Her original owner unfortunately was diagnosed with bone cancer and was forced to surrender her to a rural shelter. She had lived her life in an overgrown 10x10 pen. Despite these hardships, she’s a spunky happy go lucky girl who just wants some affection and to hang out. She’s currently living with two trainers who are helping her really learn how to live like a pet and to master all the basics, like walking on a leash and listening to her name! She gets along with most dogs, she was even housed with another dog at the shelter and they shared their kennel in harmony. She hasn’t shown much prey drive and is very easy going. Lucy would love nothing more than to sleep on a comfy bed, hang out in your backyard, and go for causal strolls around the neighborhood. Her cool calm and collected behavior is perfect for someone who wants to add a sweet pup to their house but wants to skip the crazy puppy years. If you would like to change a life and give a precious gal a chance, please consider adopting Lucy!

If you are interested in adopting Lucy, please fill out an application today!

When people think of Snow, they think cold. With this Snow, picture warmth, love, and cuddles. This five year old, just shy of fifty pound sweetheart is all about her people. She has bursts of play but is mainly a calm dog. She is all about being by her person and wanting the love. Now, for men, some she loves and some she has to take a minute to relax around.  Snow currently lives with an 80 pound male and a 23 pound female companion. She can be a sassy thing and wants what she wants - a tiny bit of a diva in there. She has met other playful dogs and done well. She also has hung out with another 100 pound male lab. Took her a second to realize he was a lover not a fighter but they are now fast friends. Snow needs a six foot privacy fence for her backyard space. Now who wants Snow to be your cuddle buddy for many years to come !

If you are interested in adopting Snow, please fill out an application today!

My boy Forest is a lovable, discarded hunting dog who is looking for his forever home. With his distinctive ears, he stands out in a crowd. Forest is naturally shy and timid, but that doesn't stop him from showing his bravery when needed.

Forest has a deep love for other dogs and enjoys playing and socializing with them. Therefore, he must be placed in a home with another dog as a companion to keep him happy and fulfilled.

Due to his flight risk when spooked, Forest requires a 6 ft privacy fence to ensure his safety. This is necessary to prevent him from escaping and potentially getting lost or injured.

Forest is housebroken and crate trained, making him an excellent candidate for a home. He is currently working on improving his leash manners and is showing progress in that area.

Forest's goofy and fun-loving personality adds joy and laughter to any home. He is always ready for an adventure and will surely keep his new family entertained.

Although Forest is friendly, he tends to have a stronger bond with women compared to men. This is something to keep in mind when considering him for adoption, and it is important to note that Forest is not suitable for a home with children. His timid nature and fears may not make him the best fit for a household with young kids.

If you are willing to give Forest the patient and understanding home he deserves, he will reward you with endless love and loyalty. Don't let his past deter you - help Forest find his place in a loving family and provide him with the security and happiness he craves.

If you are interested in adopting Forest, please fill out an application today!

Hi I’m Gwen, little miss independence. I’m very happy go lucky, get along with other dog friends including Lucy my new foster beagle friend. I’m very good and content in my crate, know how to sit and give you my paw. I’m still working on leash walking skill’s only because I get really excited when going outside to explore. I love hanging out in yard where I like to stretch out and relax. My much bigger friend Wilson and I love to play together but when he gets a little too carried away I correct him and he behaves. Foster mom has chickens and ducks, I love hunting for and finding eggs and when I do I bring them up on her porch. I have very nice manners and love being loved on and give lots of kisses in return. I have a big heart and lots of love and affection to give.

If you are interested in adopting Gwen, please fill out an application today!