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Sunday, September 20, 2026

"JAN from HR" little 20 lb MYSTERY MIX *docked tail* "MCAS"

  9/20/26 "I'm available for a pre-select adoption but I can't go home yet. Please come to the shelter to apply! Learn more about Pre-select animals." NOTE- it is important to check at the local animal shelters if you lose your pet as the stray hold time is only 3-6 days depending on if they have any id . Often the dog is listed as pre-select the same day it comes in as a stray  

"JAN from HR   Available for adoption at Multnomah County Animal Services!

MCAS hours/ Location 

Date found: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Location found: SE 101st Ave & SE Foster Rd, Portland
How did we get this animal: Stray
Adoption cost: $160.00 each License fee: $27.00 (Multnomah County residents only 
 
JAN #403845 Breed: American Shelter Dog female 1yr 19.8 lb
https://www.multcopets.org/adoptable/403845 
 
Tail Type: 3/4 Dock 
 
Meet Jan from HR, the hardest-working pup at the shelter! 🐾 This small, young canine manager is ready to audit your couch, optimize your snuggle schedule, and launch a company-wide initiative for more treats. 📊 Jan takes her job very seriously, which mostly involves conducting mandatory lap-warming assessments and supervising kitchen performance during dinner prep. 🐶 When she isn't filing away her favorite squeaky toys, she enjoys team-building exercises like chasing tennis balls and going on brisk walks around the neighborhood. 🏃‍♂️ Jan is fully certified in giving unconditional love and is looking to sign a lifelong contract with a forever family. 📝 If your home is looking to increase overall morale and add a certified good girl to the executive team, Jan from HR is ready to onboard today! 🏢❤️
 

"DALLAS" *foster home* mature GERMAN SHEPHERD *likes dogs* "MCAS"

 




 DALLAS'  FOSTER HOME would like you to know:

 "Hi Everyone, I'm Dallas foster mom and here are some details about him:

  Very chill, quiet guy. Only let's out a few barks to let you know your packages have been delivered.
  Likes to spend most of his time resting on the couch or the bed, but   loves to play a quick game of fetch or gentle tug of war, followed by a quiet cuddle session.
  Loves walks and jumps for joy when you grab his leash. Minimal pulling when walking him.
  INCREDIBLE with other dogs. Loves to play with dogs and is very patient and tolerant with them.
  The most gentle giant I have ever met.  (note, Dallas is only 69 lbs)
  Well trained, Excellent recall! Could use a brush up on some simple skills like down and stay, but overall just fine the way he is.
  A loyal, velcro boy that always wants to be by his humans side.
 
  This boy deserves the best life for his golden years!"
 

"DALLAS" Available for adoption at Multnomah County Animal Services!

MCAS hours/ Location

returned 8/25/26 no cats adopted 8/18/26 Date found: Friday, July 10, 2026
Location found: SE Powell and SE 115th ave
How did we get this animal: Officer Pickup
Adoption cost: $60.00 each License fee: $27.00 (Multnomah County residents only
 
"DALLAS" #182921 Breed: Shepherd  neutered male  7 yrs 11mths   69 lbs
 
*foster home
*no cats

 
 
 
courtesy foster home

courtesy foster home
 

Meet Dallas, a handsome Shepherd mix looking for an experienced shepherd lover to guide him! 🐾 This gentle boy can be a bit nervous in new surroundings and prefers to take pets on his own terms while building his confidence. Once comfortable, his inner social butterfly emerges-he loves to cuddle up close for head scratches, and he has plenty of energy to keep up with active dog pals for non-stop playtime. Because Dallas is a strong pup who pulls on the leash and can be reactive to other dogs on walks, he needs an adopter familiar with German Shepherds who can provide consistent leash training and redirection. If you have a secure yard, experience with working breeds, and a heart ready to earn the loyalty of a sweet, neutered companion, Dallas is ready to thrive in your home. 🐕❤️
 
 
courtesy Denise H
 



 

"MOON KNIGHT" GORGEOUS White BULLY MIX "MCAS"

 

"MOON KNIGHT" Available for adoption at Multnomah County Animal Services!

MCAS hours/ Location

Date found: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Location found: 33rd / Marine Drive, Portland
How did we get this animal: Stray
Adoption cost: $160.00 each License fee: $27.00 (Multnomah County residents only 
 
"MOON KNIGHT" #399301  Breed: American Pit Bull, neutered male 1 yr 6 mths 67 lbs
 
*no dogs 
 
 
 
 






Photo courtesy Anna A (from video)

Meet Moon Knight, an affectionate, goofy boy with a heart of gold! ⚡️ He is a total lovebug who adores his human friends. 🥰 Moon Knight loves to lean his whole body weight into you for pets, show off his belly for scratches, and give plenty of sweet kisses! He is full of fun, playful energy and loves chasing toys, tossing them in the air for himself, and showing off his impressive zoomies. 🎾 On leash, he enjoys going for walks, exploring with his nose, and sniffing out the scenery. 🏃‍♂️ Because Moon Knight prefers to have all the spotlight and love to himself, he needs to be the only dog in his forever home. 🏠 With a little patience and guidance, this sweet boy will quickly become your ultimate devoted companion! 🐾✨ 


 

 
 
 


courtesy Denise H- from video




 

 


Saturday, September 19, 2026

"EMPRESS" seasoned CHIHUAHUA "STUMPTOWN STRAYS"

 

  Stumptown Strays" is a wonderful local Rescue that helps shelter dogs in need of medical assistance (and often helps take dogs when shelter is overcrowded)

"EMPRESS"Available for adoption with STUMPTOWN STRAYS

Adoption $150  Breed: Chihuahua Mix

spayed female 11 yrs 13 lbs  Housetrained: yes

ok with Dogs - Yes,  Cats - unknown   Kids - unknown

Personality: Affectionate, Brave, Dignified, Friendly, Funny, Playful

adoption application

Empress, our 11 year old 13 pound chihuahua mix, is a typical royal. Sure, she's the ruler of an entire empire (we are not clear where this empire is and don't want to offend Empress by asking), but Empress would never let on that she has a single care in the world. She is very clear about what she wants, and what Empress wants is to be pampered. We've been granted by her majesty the task of finding her a home willing to do just that.

Empress was surrendered to the shelter after her person died. Obviously, the shelter is no place for someone as regal as Empress, so we took her in. Empress needed a bit of sprucing up. She had a mouthful of rotten teeth, had yet to be spayed, and we diagnosed her with a heart murmur. The good news is that the murmur appears to be benign. She's healed from her procedures, has a smile fit for an oil painting, and is much more comfortable.

At home, Empress love people and likes to cuddle. Potty trained and crate trained, Empress is fairly easy. Like a lot of senior dogs, Empress struggles with transitions. In new situations, she may complain more than normal, until she realises the accommodations are up to standard. Because she's a senior dog, Empress would do best with older kids and in a home without too many stairs.

Empress walks like a cloud on leash and enjoys a leisurely stroll. She is good with other dogs of all sizes. Empress is not into contact sports, however. She will play bow and give a royal wave to her housemates, but Empress would likely prefer to live with other laid back dogs. We have not seen Empress with cats.

Empress is an excellent communicator. This manifests in a series of Ewok-like squeaks and grunts and she'll bark at her person to make her desires known. Typically, her desire is to sleep. Ruling is hard work and apparently requires 20 hours of shut-eye per day.

Empress is heartworm negative and is current on her flea and heartworm preventatives.

Are you up to the task of serving royalty? 




 


"RON" *easy-going* PITBULL* *good with dogs, CATS, kids * "STUMPTOWN STRAYS"

 

  Stumptown Strays" is a wonderful local Rescue that helps shelter dogs in need of medical assistance (and often helps take dogs when shelter is overcrowded)

"RON"Available for adoption with STUMPTOWN STRAYS

Adoption $200  Breed: Shepherd Mix

Neutered male 7 yrs 75 lbs  Housetrained: yes

ok with Dogs - Yes,  Cats - Yes,   Kids - Yes

Personality: Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle, Loyal, Couch Potato

adoption application

 

 

 Ron, our 7 (ish) year-old 75 pound pitty is about as charming as they come. He's so friendly that if we didn't know any better, we would think Ron is running for office. But Ron's only agenda is to make more friends. It's time to find Ron the great home he deserves.

Found stray, Ron happily walked up to a stranger to ask for help. We took him in to address his skin and teeth. Ron had untreated fleas which caused hairloss on his back and he had some badly broken molars. With a little TLC, Ron's coat is back in shape and he's had his dental procedure. Ron's breath is now as sweet as his personality.

Ron has been a dream to foster. He's not destructive and will make good use of every dog bed in the house. Ron can be trusted to be left alone (he'll catch up on some zzz's), and is potty trained. If Ron needs to go out, he stares at his person intensely until they ask him if he wants out, which he'll answer with an "Awoo".

For fun, Ron likes sniff walks. Although Ron would follow his person to the end of the world, really long walks are hard on him due to arthritis in his hips and knees. Ron is on a daily NSAID for pain; we recommend this be continued long term. The only time Ron pulls on his leash is to say hello to other people, dogs or cats. He's been great with the other animals he's met. One of Ron's favorite hobbies is riding in cars (any car, really. Big fan). Ron isn't very impressed with toys, but he'll take one from his foster mom and play with it for 30 seconds so he doesn't hurt her feelings. Ron likes to be the little spoon when cuddling and would be happy to be snuggled for hours.

Ron is heartworm negative and current on his flea and heartworm preventatives. He's had normal senior blood work. We'll send Ron's adopter with several months worth of flea prevention and a good supply of NSAIDs.

We're so impressed with Ron that we're thinking of filling out an application ourselves. 


courtesy STUMPTOWN STRAYS

Ron at the shelter before going to rescue -  looking/feeling much better now!
 

"GRAND OLE OPRY PITBULL PUPPIES" - **The BOYS*** "STUMPTOWN STRAYS" Portland, OR

STUMPTOWN STRAYS, Portland, OR     

 Stumptown Strays FaceBook    wwwStumptown Strays.org  


 Special Pre-adoption viewing!!

 "GRAND OLE OPRY PITBULL PUPPIES - The Boys " AVAILABLE "STUMPTOWN STRAYS"

Personality: Affectionate, Brave, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves Kisses, Playful

Pitbull mix

Adoption Fee: $400 2 months neutered male Ok with dogs, cats, kids

The Grand Ole Opry Boys, our 2 month old pitty puppies, have been rehearsing around the clock for their upcoming gig. We don't blame them, as this gig is the most important one yet! They are all hoping for a record deal. And by record deal, we mean a brand new home. 

Willie Nelson (black and white with one blue eye) is a wiz at leash training and is excited to get on the road again. Hank Williams (brown and white) loves attention, snuggles and tug - and hey, he's good-lookin. Johnny Cash (all black face) is eager to please and will try to walk the line in obedience class. Waylon Jennings (black with small white spot on nose) loves chase, adventure, and Luckenbach Texas for some reason. Kenny Rogers (mostly white with some black) is brave and friendly; he's no coward of this county. 


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 JOHNNIE CASH
 
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KENNY ROGERS

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 WAYLON JENNINGS

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 HANK WILLIAMS

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WILLIE NELSON 

The boys are neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on their vaccines and preventatives. All puppies need vaccines every 3 weeks until they are 16 weeks old, so their adopters should make those veterinary appointments right away. Puppies are like country musicians - they need practice to be professionals. Their adopters will need to enroll them in classes and keep up with their training. Being an outlaw is cool if you're Waylon Jennings the person, but not so cool if you're Waylon Jennings the puppy.

We expect the puppies to be 50-70 pounds fully grown. As they are pitties, applicants must own their own home or have written permission from a landlord to own a pit bull.

Are you ready to take on the challenge of raising an up-and-coming country star?


 

"GRAND OLE OPRY PITBULL PUPPIES - **The GIRLS*** "STUMPTOWN STRAYS" Portland, OR

 

STUMPTOWN STRAYS, Portland, OR     

 Stumptown Strays FaceBook    wwwStumptown Strays.org  


 Special Pre-adoption viewing!!


"GRAND OLE OPRY PITBULL PUPPIES - The Girls " AVAILABLE "STUMPTOWN STRAYS"

Personality: Affectionate, Brave, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Loves Kisses, Playful 

Pitbull mix

Adoption Fee: $400 2 months spayed female Ok with dogs, cats, kids

The Grand Ole Opry Girls, our 2 month old pitty puppies, have been shining their boots, fluffing their wigs and tuning their guitars. It's hard not to be nervous for them as they get ready to meet their new families. But our girls are stars and we're sure people will notice them as soon as they hit the stage. 

 Dolly Parton (black and white) may be the smallest in her litter, but she has a huge heart. Playful, funny and brave, she's a great puppy around the clock - not just from 9 to 5. Reba McEntire is the sweetest puppy. She's snuggly and patient. Reba enjoys exploring and chasing; typical puppy stuff, nothing Fancy.

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REBA MCENTIRE 

 

 

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 DOLLY PARTON

The girls are spayed, microchipped and up-to-date on their vaccines and preventatives. All puppies need vaccines every 3 weeks until they are 16 weeks old, so their adopters should make those veterinary appointments right away. Puppies are like country musicians - they need practice to be professionals. Their adopters will need to enroll them in classes and keep up with their training. It's easier to promise "I Will Always Love You" to a dog that's not destroying your couch.

We expect the girls to be 50-70 pounds fully grown. As they are pitties, applicants must own their own home or have written permission from a landlord to own a pit bull.

Are you ready to take on the challenge of raising an up-and-coming country star?