Our Dogs
(see below for the adoption procedures for each group of dogs)
Genesee County Dog - Candy is a 45-pound petite spayed female Pit Bull mix. As you might expect, she is a very sweet and gentle girl. She is good on a leash and loves going for walks. She also loves playtime with her friend Eddie. When playtime is over, though, Candy loves to snuggle. Walking by your side or sitting in your lap, Candy is waiting to share her sweetness with you. Candy is currently at the Shelter.
Genesee County Dog - Alaska is an adult spayed female Husky. Looking for Alaska? Well, you found her! Alaska is a beautiful blue-eyed husky who is looking for you. A petite young lady, Alaska is the ideal size for playtime and for snuggles. She seems to like other dogs so far but no cats please. Alaska is currently at the Shelter.
VFA Rescue Dog - Lena is a 5 month old spayed female Border Collie Mix. She weighs about 28 lbs. Lena is a friendly, energetic and cute as a button! Lena is currently in a foster home.
Genesee County Dog - Rico is an adult neutered male Pit Bull Terrier Mix. Rico is an energetic boy with a ton of personality. He is always eager to get out of his kennel and stretch his legs in the yard. He may be barky inside but he becomes a different dog when given the chance to play. Weighing in at about 25 pounds, Rico will make a great addition to your backyard fun and to your lap. He is good with other dogs and seems housebroken. Rico is currently at the Shelter.
Genesee County Dog - Ellie B is a 10 month old spayed female Pit Bull Terrier Mix. She weighs about 45 lbs. Elly is the perfect blend of playful, sweet, quiet and gorgeous. A shy flower with people at first, Ellie’s personality blooms when she plays with the other dogs. We are still getting to know her, but can’t wait to watch her grow. Ellie B is currently at the Shelter.
Genesee County Dog - Cookie is an adult spayed female Pit Bull Terrier Mix. Cookie is a gem. She has patiently endured some time at the shelter, but has finally become eligible for adoption. She loves walks, and playing with her doggie friends and her human caretakers. A volunteer favorite, Cookie deserves the best. She is a 57 pound pit bull with a gentle and playful temperament. She is a very tidy girl who seems housebroken. She would love to find her forever home with someone who appreciates the love and energy she has to offer. To meet Cookie is to love her. Cookie is currently at the Shelter.
Genesee County Dog - Bluey is an adult neutered male Pit Bull Terrier Mix. Meet Bluey. Not that silly cartoon Bluey, this real live one. This handsome boy is a strong, 61-pound love bug. He loves the volunteers he spends time with and will accept any and all pets they provide. So far, Bluey seems to like some of the other dogs (he mostly prefers the ladies). However, he would likely do best as the only pet in the home. Energetic most of the time, Bluey certainly knows how to relax and can often be found chewing on his favorite Nylabone. Bluey is currently at the Shelter.
Genesee County Dog - What you see is what you get with this handsome, playful neutered male Husky-Shepherd mix. Luke is approximately 1- 1/2 years old and 70 pounds of love. Luke is high energy, but so much fun. He loves to run and play fetch with the volunteers and seems to get along with some of the other dogs (the others haven’t been introduced yet). A very sweet pup, Luke knows a few basic commands and can perform them consistently. Luke needs an owner who will provide him with structure and consistency, one who will help Luke become the best version of himself. Luke is currently at the Shelter.
VFA Rescue Dog - Eddie II is a 6-8 year old neutered male Beagle. He weighs about 20 lbs. Eddie II is currently in a foster home.
Adopted! Path to Home Program - Domino is a 1- 1/2 year old spayed female Border Collie Mix. She probably weighs around 35 lbs. Domino is a pretty mellow dog. She just recently arrived so we are still learning about her. Domino is currently at the Shelter until 4/7 then she will be at the Orleans Correctional Facility until June.
Pending Adoption! Path to Home Program - Simon is a 3 year old neutered male Lab/Poodle Mix. He is housebroken, good with children, cats and other dogs. Simon is a very strong dog that needs leash work. He would probably love a fenced in yard to run off some of his energy. Simon is currently at the Shelter until 4/7 then he will be at the Orleans Correctional Facility until June.
Adopted! Path to Home Program - Brian is a 2-3 year old neutered male Beagle. Brian loves toys and other dogs. He is housebroken and crate trained. Brian is currently in a foster home until 4/7 then he will be at the Orleans Correctional Facility until June.
Genesee County Dogs
Adoption Procedures
There is a $60 NON-REFUNDABLE FEE for all animals which needs to be cash or a check - NO CREDIT CARDS. If the animal is not spayed or neutered there is a $35 REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT upon proof of surgery. An adoption application must be filled out at the Shelter by the person wishing to adopt the animal. Once the application has been reviewed and approved the potential adopter may visit and meet any of the animals.
If you live in Genesee County, all dogs must be licensed BEFORE leaving the Shelter. Please note that public offices that license dogs are not open on the weekends. All dogs must leave the Shelter on a leash. Please bring a leash. If you are interested in any of the County dogs, please Contact Us.
VFA Rescue Dogs
Adoption Procedures
Volunteers For Animals periodically pulls dogs from other shelters to free up space; this helps avoid euthanizing healthy, adoptable animals. We are able to do this through the generosity of many people such as the originating shelter staff, transporters, foster volunteers and others who help with pulling fees, vet bills and finding good homes once they are here.
The adoption process includes an application that is completed by the potential owner. If there are multiple applications on the same animal, the animal will go to the best home for that particular animal - not necessarily the first application. Fees for the rescues animals can range from $100 to $450 per animal which needs to be cash or a check - NO CREDIT CARDS.
If you are interested in any of the Rescue dogs, please Contact Us. Do not call the Shelter regarding rescue animals - they have no information about these dogs. All rescue animals are in foster homes with volunteers - NOT at the Shelter - unless otherwise noted.
Path to Home Program
Volunteers For Animals and Orleans Correctional Facility have developed a Dog Training & Fostering Program within the prison that will provide socialization and basic obedience training for the dogs before being adopted. Volunteers For Animals will be pulling dogs from high kill shelters and locally who may be in need of behavioral support to become more adoptable. The dogs will then be transported to Orleans Correctional Facility where they will live with selected inmates who will care for them 24 hours per day for approximately 8 weeks. Each dog will have a crate, bedding, leash, collar, training treats, and food provided by Volunteers For Animals. A certified dog trainer will provide weekly training classes for the dogs and the inmates. The inmates will then work daily to reinforce the formal training with the dogs.
Adoption Procedures
The adoption process includes an application that is completed by the potential owner. If there are multiple applications on the same animal, the animal will go to the best home for that particular animal - not necessarily the first application. Fees for the Path to Home animals are $200 per animal which needs to be cash or a check - NO CREDIT CARDS. All of the dogs are current on vaccines, heart worm tested and spayed/neutered.
If you would like to be considered for any of the Path to Home dogs, please email us. Please do not call the Shelter regarding Path to Home animals - they do not have any information. If you would like more information, please Contact Us.
Current class started April 7th to approximately May 30th