Please note that we only adopt to homes in or near by  Penrose , Canon City , Colorado Springs, and Denver. We also do not adopt to families with small children for the protection of the dog and the children.

Please scroll down to view our available dogs.

If you're interested in adopting or fostering any of our Misfits, please CLICK HERE to fill out our ADOPTION and FOSTER APPLICATION. ( Note, all fields must be filled out for your application to go through.) You will be contacted if your application is chosen to move forward. A home visit is required. 

All dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on shots, micro chipped an have their teeth cleaned if needed.

We have dogs that are not posted yet. They are not available  until their vetting is complete. You are still welcome to fill out an application ahead of time so you can be approved when they are ready. The best way to see first hand the dogs we have coming in, is to follow us on Facebook.  

CLICK HERE to check out our Facebook "Available Misfits" Photo Album for more information.

Bandit

​Bandit is an Australian Shepard mix. he weighs 23 pounds, and is estimated to be 3 years old. He is neutered, microchipped and up to date. He was sighted roaming the streets of a rural area through the course of a year. Traps were put out for 4 months before he was caught. He came to a shelter, pretty much feral. Today, he will take treats and allows petting, once he gets to know you. He is currently residing at our directors house with another dog that is very fearful. They are each not making much progress as they have bonded together. We are looking for a foster or adopted who is experienced with rehabilitation . Both dogs will try to bite if you approach them in the wrong manner. We ask that if you know of someone who would be willing to help, that you share this information. Please contact Sue at 719-964-1293, email, sue@misfitsdogrescue.org or fill out a contact form heremon our website, 

Bullet

Bullet is a 3 year old chihuahua. He was literally shot and currently has a bullet lodged in his spine. The veterinarians have determined that it can not be removed, so his condition will be permanent. He is a very sweet young dog, very quiet and easy to love. He does require his bladder be expressed several times a day and he must be kept dry and wrapped to prevent skin irritations. He does have wheelchair but it's use must be very limited and is is not ideal for in home use. He is otherwise a healthy dog. His adoption fee is $150 , He is neutered, UTD, Microchipped, nd has had his teeth cleaned. Bullet is looking for a stay at home parent to tend to his needs. It is very much like caring for an infant. Applicants who are familiar with dogs with special needs need only apply. No households with children. 

We usually have other dogs that are not posted yet. They are not available  until their vetting is complete. You are still welcome to fill out an application ahead of time so you can be approved when they are ready. The best way to see first hand the dogs we have coming in, is to follow us on Facebook.  

To prospective adopters;

​It is true rescuers are more particular of who they adopt dogs too. We see all the horrible treatment of animals every day. We literally rescue dogs from the poor or abusive treatment of humans. In my personal opinion, society has evolved to where owning a dog is a right and privilege. Most people consider only what they want and not what is right for the dog. That is why once a dog is in our hands and consequently in our hearts, we make sure that  anyone who adopts  an animal from us has a good life to offer the dog. It is not an easy task. Everyone wants a dog. We try to screen people first before getting too involved with helping them find a dog, or we would be simply selling dogs. We are also a strictly a volunteer organization. Most of us work at least part time jobs. Our time to the rescue is valuable and limited. We believe that anyone who is sincerely a wonderful potential adopter, will endure the process.

~SUE~