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.

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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 may have seen a dog posted on our Facebook page or have heard of one through word of mouth. You are  welcome to fill out an application for a dog you have knowledge of but is not posted on this website. 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 also depend on you to let us know if you are interested in a dog you see. We are not set up to recall individuals with requests for a dog based on descriptions of what they are looking for.  Please visit our Facebook page to see the dogs as they come in.   https://www.facebook.com/TheMisfitsDogRescue/

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Our mailing address for donations is
​217 Garden Dr. Penrose Co. 81240
​for contact, please email, sue@misfitsdogrescue.org

Basco

Basco is a 6.5-pound 10- year-old Chihuahua. He was an angry fear biter. Now he just gums you. LOL! All of his teeth have been removed or have fallen out. He eats canned food or softened kibble. We gave this guy a chance because he's harmless and we thought we could bring him around. He is making a lot of progress. He still freaks out when you pick him up but settles down and allows you to carry him. He will come to lay beside you, but you are lucky to get some pets in. We are hoping to find a foster home or an adoptive home for Basco so that he can get more one-on-one attention, and progress further. He has obviously suffered neglect and abuse. He's  not in pain from his bad teeth anymore. He deserves a nice quiet home to live out the rest of his life. We are looking for an adult only household with someone home a lot to work with him. His adoption fee is $150. 

Bo

Bo is a 3-year-old Bouvier Des Flanders. He weighs 80 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 kennel 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 does not like large dogs. He gets along with littles under close supervision, but it is really too dangerous. We would like Bo to be an only dog. 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.

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. He is food motivated and eager to please. He loves to cuddle close to you. 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. He also0 needs some work with potty training. His previous owner had to give him up due pet restrictions where they moved to. He knows "sit" and will dance for a treat. Cooper is microchipped, up to date and neutered. His adoption fee is $275. 

Strudel

Strudel is a 5-year-old, 12-pound Pomeranian. We do not know of her origin, but she found herself at a shelter, and was not doing well. She was very scared and nippy. She had a fluffy coat, but we had to shave her down because of matting. Fortunately, she is treat motivated and it doesn't take long for her to be your friend. She does not like to be picked up. You have to be very gentle with her. We are looking for a special person to work with her. She is not the dog for you if you are a first time pet owner or are looking for a dog without issues. We will not adopt her to families with small children due to her anxieties. A light work schedule is preferred. She is spayed, up to date and chipped. Her adoption fee is $275. 

Piper

Piper is an 18.4 pound, two-and-a-half-year-old Rat Terrier and Dachshund mix. We know this for sure because her previous owner had a DNA test done. Unfortunately, there was a separation and a housing issue. They were not able to keep her and give her what she deserves. Piper lived in an apartment and wasn't getting any socialization. When she first meets people, she is extremely shy and skittish. In her foster home her foster Mom kept her close and within a day she had warmed up and wanted attention. She has the sweetest temperament and not a mean bone in her body. She loves toys and playing with other dogs. She is a speed demon, running circles around her foster's other smaller dogs. Pipers ideal home includes a large, fenced yard with a companion dog to play with and burn off some of her energy. An already socialized dog would help her gain confidence. A home too busy would overwhelm her. A quieter home where she could be with her family most of the time would be great. She will require new owners who will be patient with her and slowly introduce her to new situations and people. An older gentle child in need of a friend might be match.  She is so sweet and has so much love to give. Piper is spayed, up to date and chipped. Her 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~