The Misfits Dog Rescue

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.

Available dogs are listed below. Please read carefully the information provided as you scroll down.

for an adoption or foster application, CLICK HERE ( 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.

All applications must have a specific dog in mind for us to begin the adoption process. I'm sorry we are not staffed to process applications for general future reference. We are not set up to recall individuals with requests for a dog based on descriptions of what they are looking for.

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217 Garden Dr. Penrose Co. 81240
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Aspen

Aspen is new to the Misfits. He and a female just like him were found in a ditch, both terrified and very thin. Another rescue has the female. Aspen was the less timid of the two. He is very sweet and slowly breaking out of his shell. He weighs only 11 pounds but should be at least a couple pounds heavier. He is wire haired and may have some Italian greyhound or Jack Russell in his gene line. He looks a bit like a Foxy Rat Terrier. He is just a baby. We estimate he is 9 months old. He’s fast as lightning but also the best to snuggle with. He’s still startles easily so we are asking for an adult household. He would like a home with a fenced yard and someone home a lot to help him build his confidence. He will need a lot of exercise. His adoption fee is $275. He is current, neutered and chipped.

Bo

Bo is a 3-year-old Bouvier Des Flanders. He weighs 83 pounds. He was left alone a lot and kept escaping from his previous owner. He really just wants to be with his person. He’s not one to wander off for no reason when the owner is nearby but should be in a secured 6-foot fence or kenneled when you’re away. He is a devoted dog. He has not received much training. He comes from a neglected background. He will jump on you when excited. He also has been known to have accidents in the house. Bo seems to not like big dogs especially outside of the home. With people he is terrific! a total love bug even around children. We are looking for someone with the breed knowledge, owns a home with a 6-foot fenced yard, has training experience, and wants a dog that will follow you to the ends of the earth. Please share to help Bo find the perfect home. He’s really smart. I think he will really come around with the right person. He is neutered, up to date and chipped. His adoption fee is $275.

Chanel

Chanel is a Lab/Boxer mix born 3/17/22. Her parents weighed about 50 pounds. Chanel loves to snuggle and run around outside. She loves to play with other dogs. She is treat motivated and is doing fairly well on her potty training. She would love to have a fenced backyard and someone home a lot to continue with her training. She is good with children, but older gentle children only please. She comes spayed, up to date and chipped. Her adoption fee is $200.

Coco

Coco is a Lab/Boxer mix born 3/17/22. Her parents weighed about 50 pounds. Coco loves to snuggle and run around outside. She is treat motivated and is doing fairly well on her potty training. She would love to have a fenced backyard and someone home a lot to continue with her training. She is good with children, but older gentle children only please. She comes spayed, up to date and chipped. Her adoption fee is $200.

Cooper

Cooper is a 6-year-old Chihuahua/dachshund mix, (that is only a guess). He weighs 8.6 pounds. He was rescued on 5/25/22 at 7.5 pounds. He is still very skinny. He is somewhat dominate, but he is very fearful. He takes a while to trust you, and then he is your shadow, and very sweet. He has lunged at other dogs in protection of me or of a bone. I don't see this as a big problem, and it is definitely something some training would fix, or he could be a perfect only dog. He is food motivated and eager to please. He loves to cuddle close to you. He will also do a dance and a spin for a treat. We are looking for an all-adult household due to him being scared easily. There must be someone home frequently to work with him and to build his confidence. His previous owner had to give him up due pet restrictions where they moved to. Cooper is microchipped, up to date and neutered. His adoption fee is $275.

Lola

Lola is a 4-year-old Chihuahua mix. She is quite chubby at 14.8 pounds. She may be mixed with Pom or even Corgi. She is super sweet. She was living in a home with a rambunctious child. The two did not get along. In an adult household she is a lovely pet. She would be perfect for a retired household. She is a dominant dog and likes to chase cats. She is fine with other dogs but would prefer to be queen of the castle. She doesn't like cats. She is She is quick to roll over for belly rubs and is definitely food motivated. She is house trained. She is up to date on shots, spayed, and microchipped. Her adoption donation request is $200. No children please.

Mylie

Mylie is a 4-and-a-half-year-old Chihuahua. She is a whopping 21.2 pounds and could stand to lose a couple. She is a Velcro dog, meaning she always wants to me stuck to you. She likes to sleep at the foot of the bed under the covers. She is energetic and spunky; she loves belly rubs and to cuddle. She does not like children and may have been teased or abused by them in the past. She is good with all adults, and she enjoys the company of other dogs. She loves to go for walks and is fully potty trained. She has a beautiful Brindle coat and hazelnut eyes making her stand out from the crowd. She is an alarm barker so she would not be a good apartment dog. She would like a home with a yard and, or plenty of walks. She is calm and quiet inside of the house as long as you are close by. Put her behind a baby or in a crate and she gets very upset. I have left the house with her in a crate, and she was fine, just vocal until you're gone. She is healthy to the best of our knowledge. She is spayed, up to date, and chipped. Her adoption fee is $275.

Pepper

Pepper looks like an Aussie/ Poo, but she is only 13 pounds. Her legs are long, and her chest is deep making her fast as lighting. She would do well in agility training. She is intimidated by larger active dogs. She does need a home with a fenced yard. She was born 11/21/21 so she's still a puppy, but she is a smart one. Pepper can be mischievous when she is bored so plan on doing some adventures with her. Her draw backs are that she likes to chew, and she is a vocal dog. She might not be a match for an elderly person. She needs activity. She is timid at first but warms up quickly. She loves attention and cuddles. She needs someone who is home most of the time. Because she does chew things, I would hate to see her put in a kennel for hours. She needs supervision and activity. She is spayed, up to date, and chipped. Her adoption fee is $300.

Prada

Prada is a Lab/Boxer mix puppy born March 17th, 2022. Prada and her siblings were neglected and very thin when they were surrendered just a short while ago. Now they are happy and healthy. Prada is very outgoing and curious. She is very smart and is already learning commands. She would make a perfect family addition to responsible pet owners. We are asking for someone home a lot for potty training and a sizable back yard for play. A canine sibling to burn off some energy with would be great. Prada is spayed, up to date and chipped. Her adoption fee is $200.

Teddy Bear

Teddy bear is an 11-year-old, 13-pound, Blue Parti Havanese. His owner has been with him since he was a puppy but now is having to move into an assisted living facility. Teddy Bear needs special care because he is blind from severe cataracts. They appear to be old and may not be correctable. He has no other known medical issues. He is a sweet dog although his spirit seems a bit broken. He still perks up to alarm you if someone comes to visit. He also scares easily since he can't see you coming. He can do a couple of steps, but room on a main level or a ranch style home is the best. He is potty trained but will have to learn the ropes in a new home. He can be independent and likes to explore in a back yard. He will need someone home most of the time due to his special needs. Also, no children that may scare him please. This little guy needs some serious TLC to lighten his spirits. He is up to date. His teeth are in great shape. He's neutered and chipped. His adoption fee is $150.

Tootles

Tootles is a 6-pound chihuahua. He is almost 5 years old. He has great teeth for his age, and a gorgeous auburn coat. He was surrendered to a shelter by his owner. He was said to not be potty trained and nippy with strangers. She also said he was not to be trusted with other dogs. He is currently in a foster home with multiple dogs and doing just fine. He stays to himself but gets along. He does need training, but he's also used to a bellyband. He seems to me a typical chihuahua. He wants his person. He wants to cuddle and be carried. He was being crated at night, but now sleeps in bed with his foster Mom. He can be yippy but pick him up and he's happy. We haven't witnessed anything abnormal. He would prefer to be an only dog but can hang out with others. He knows, "sit" and "stay" when he is in a clam state. He typically barks at the doorbell, and at strangers. We have not witnessed this behavior yet, but it should be an anticipated behavior for anyone interested in adopting him. I do think in a new environment he will make strives. There were children in his former home, and one was bitten, so we are asking for an all-adult household. He lunges and barks at other dogs on walks. If you are able to train him, that's great. Otherwise, walk where there is not a lot of others. He would also like to have a yard to explore in. I'm not sure how well he would do in an apartment only because he can be vocal. Tootle is cold sensitive and likes to sleep under the covers. If you are someone who is home a lot and wants a constant companion, this could be the guy for you. He does require some activity to keep him exercised mentally and physically. He has no know medical issues. He is neutered, up-to-date, and chipped. If you can offer him a home that will suite this description. His adoption fee is $275.

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~