Adopting a dog is a life-changing experience, especially a Bob’s House dog, because they are often senior or special needs dogs. Please take time to research what that means before making this decision.
Adoptable Dogs
Meet the Dogs of Our "Kennel to Couch" Program!
ADOPTABLE DOGS
All dogs in our Kennel to Couch program are adoptable! We help area shelters by placing senior and disabled dogs in a comfortable home-like environment while they wait to be adopted. While fostering, we provide meticulous healthcare, high quality food and lots of love and attention! 100% of all adoption fees go back to the shelter we fostered for. If you see a dog you are interested in please fill out an application to set up a meeting.
THE SENIOR DOG ADVANTAGE
Why Should I Adopt a Senior Dog?
The Senior Dog
Many people automatically think of a puppy when they think of adding a dog to their family. Sure, puppies are cute and cuddly and everyone want to snuggle them, but lets face it, puppies are a lot of work! At Bob’s House, we love a puppy as much as the next person, but we’ve found that our seniors not only have the same cuddles and kisses that puppies have, but they are quieter, more content, and are happy just being near you.
Reasons to Love a Senior Dog:
- They love naps and snuggles
- They know and are grateful that you rescued them
- They are trained on many basic commands
- They make excellent therapy dogs
- You are saving a life!
Equals 100% Love
HAPPY TAILS!
Scroll over an image below to read some of our success stories!
Bella's Story
Bella's new mom, Katie, had never had a dog before. But after meeting Bella she fell totally in love. Now Bella is living the good life. She's spoiled by her mom and her family with treats, outfits, collars, and leashes. She loves to snuggle and get belly rubs, and they are never in short supply! Katie says, ``Many times, I have proudly spoke of our connection to Bob's House and hope that others can find the love and happiness we have found together.``Tigger, Tiger & Honey's Story
Both Tiger and Honey came from an abusive home, but luckily found their way to Bob's House. After being adopted along with Tigger (from an area shelter), they found a wonderful family that gave them a home full of the love and care they deserve. The three amigos get to live out their days with their new furever family, and their new mom and dad say they would adopt from Bob's House again, and still like to visit!Smokey's Story
This loving boy came to Bob's House back in 2014 after being picked up as a stray and living at Dodge County Humane Society for three months. After only a few days at Bob's House his furever family found him. Fast forward through obedience classes, therapy dog certification and achieving his Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog titles to a dog that is working in elementary schools helping with their reading skills. He is loved and happy every day!
No, we are not becoming Bob’s House of Cats, but we are welcoming cats into our future home as our newest program!
Bob’s House is a shelter support system. We take on some of their worst cases by accepting those animals, nursing them back to health, paying for all the necessary medical procedures to make that happen, and helping them find their forever homes. All of this comes at no charge to the shelters. In fact, the adoption fee goes right back to them!
When we asked our shelter partners what else they needed from us, they overwhelmingly replied that senior cats need our help. Not only is there a growing population in our shelters, they often don’t receive the medical attention and special atmosphere they need to thrive.
We’ve had many lucky dogs come through our doors over the years, and we look forward to extending that love and care to our feline friends moving forward.
True to our mission, we are stepping up and helping! Once we settle in our new home, we will welcome a small colony of senior cats that will get the full Bob’s House treatment!
Estimated to be at least 10, Rusy found himself at Bob’s House in April 2015. The heeler mix was gentle and polite. Because of advanced age and multiple medical issues, he was put in the Dying With Dignity program.
With a little arthritis medication, Rusty surprised staff and volunteers and began to enjoy life. He loved going out to the large play yard and getting lots of belly rubs. Realizing Rusty’s time was near, our dedicated Bob’s House staff spent the night with Rusty, cuddling him all night until he passed away peacefully and pain-free in August 2015.
Felix, a 10-year-old Pomeranian, arrived at Bob’s House for Dogs in 2013, having survived a puppy mill. He was severely traumatized and initially suffered from stress-induced seizures.
Over time, Felix gained confidence and learned to trust staff and volunteers.
He went from a dog who stayed in an open kennel to a pup who went on frequent visits to area nursing homes, where he would be cuddled and petted by residents.
Felix learned the value of having a home and knowing love before he passed away in February 2018.
Harold, a sweet senior mix, arrived at Bob’s House for Dogs in April 2019. Harold won over the hearts of staff and volunteers in no time!
After losing her dog unexpectedly, Amy Peck decided her house wasn’t a home without a dog. She and her husband turned to Bob’s House and decided to be a foster home for Harold. Upon meeting for the first time, Harold put his front feet on Amy’s legs and rested his head on her lap. At the couple’s home, Harold walked in like that was where he was meant to be. They knew he should become a permanent part of the family.
Harold’s arrival was good for both him and Amy. He might have been 12, but he loved to go on adventures, and she was happy to oblige — even though he was blind, and she has multiple sclerosis and fibromyalgia. When she was anxious or in pain, he comforted her, and she was happy to return the favor with a hug or snuggle until he passed away.