Nevada SPCA Animal Rescue

Tinkerbell has made breathtaking progress in 30 days, thanks in large part to the triathlon coach, Cyndee, who volunteers and focuses on dogs needing socialization. Tinkerbell , a young, gorgeous medium-size (36 pounds) Shepherd mix is now ready for a special needs adoption at Nevada SPCA. Tinkerbell is 1 of 7 dogs confiscated from a breeder in horrific conditions. The 7 remained with authorities for more than 18 months while their previous owner awaited trial. Upon her conviction for animal cruelty, the 7 dogs were released to Nevada SPCA for rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption. Of the 7, Tinkerbell was in the most dire emotional state. (The other 6 are already available for adoption.) On a leash, she was waltzing sideways, too panicked to walk forward. We immediately took her to the courtyard to run and jump, but she instead crawled into a corner and froze there, afraid of all the open space. Cyndee and our staff gently gained Tinkerbell'...

Claudia is now a radiant girl, a junior puppy, enjoying people and other dogs.  She is unrecognizable today from the time of her rescue a few months ago when she was cowering and growling, head to the ground, found abused and abandoned on the mean streets.  Special thanks to volunteers dedicating their time and patience for Claudia and the others who must be shown that humans are capable of compassion.  Claudia is an golden Heinz 57, just 29 pounds, most likely a blend of Italian Greyhound or Whippet.  She is 11 months of age, spayed, and triumphantly debuting for adoption today at Nevada SPCA.

Please help us find Angelina a hero.  She is a 12-year-old sweetheart whose previous owner died.  She was devoted to him, but her emotional distress extends beyond heartbreak to reports that other family/household members "hated her" and would kick her to get her out of their way.  (We are sharing all information with authorities.)  Angelina is understandably terrified of strangers, unable to walk on a leash without panicking, and scared in new situations that violence will again come her way.  But soft-spoken and gentle volunteers and staff are making good progress with her.  Angelina wants so much to trust again, so there is no question she will continue blooming in the right home environment.  Angelina is a very petite, golden Chihuahua mix, spayed, and great with other calm dogs.

Theodore Theodore Theodore is a most adorable baby boy, full of love and innocence, affectionate with everyone. He is a small Terrier mix, neutered boy, 3 months of age, now ready for adoption into a forever home. Theodore and his mom ( Golden Girl , pictured below) were rescued from the mean streets when he was just a newborn.  He was raised with her in our office, since all kennels were full, until it was time to wean him and place him in a foster home until he was old enough to be neutered. His foster mom is impressed with his playful nature and very loving nature.   He adores his toys and he did fine in an X-pen when she was not home. After Theodore's neuter and recovery, we reunited him with his mom in the office, and they have been frolicking and bonding and reacquainting. Both are ready for adoption and they can be adopted separately.  Since they are not in the kennels, but in an office instead, it is important you ask for one or both by name whe...

At the time of rescue Golden Girl and her newborn baby were alone on the mean streets, trying to survive. We brought the two into our office for tender loving care and comfort.  Golden Girl was a terrific mama for her baby Theodore.  When it was time for him to be weaned, Theodore went into a foster home.  Golden Girl is now spayed and ready for adoption.  She is an intelligent, devoted small Terrier mix, about 3 years young.  She earned her name because of her sunny highlights throughout the black coat. Golden Girl loves people with all of her heart and she is very social.  She also shows signs of housetraining.  She can get fussy with other dogs, but that could be her protective maternal instincts still. Every time we come in the office she greets with a jubilant dance, standing upright on her hind legs, wiggling her entire body.  Please ask for Golden Girl by name when you visit. Special thanks to Pet'ographique for this bea...