Female 🔸 Dog Friendly 🔸 Kid Friendly

Novella’s Story

We were alerted to this precious girl who had been abandoned at an emergency vet in town. While she was very skinny and had some severe mastitis from giving birth recently, she was otherwise healthy. The staff at the emergency vet fed her, loved on her, and took care of her for several weeks while they looked for a new home; however, she ultimately was taken to the shelter last week. Unfortunately, she was almost immediately placed on the euthanasia list at the shelter, and her time became limited. Even though the shelter dog tested her and deemed her a “playgroup rockstar,” meaning that she loves to romp around with other pups, she still had no one interested in adopting her. While we typically try to rescue our pups off the streets and do not usually pull from the shelter, we were already working on this case and just couldn’t let this precious girl be euthanized. She is about 3 years old, 40lbs, and dog and kid-friendly. She is heartworm positive and will be starting treatment for that this week, but she is ready to move to a foster or adopter while she heals. She is very gentle and loves to cuddle. She is a little wary of men; however, once she sees that the men won’t hurt her, she opens up to them as well. We have named her Novella, which means story in Spanish. We are very happy to be a part of her story and to help her find the most perfect happy ending!

Check out the hashtag #sdfNovella on Facebook to learn more.

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.

Male 🔸 Approximate DOB: 8/28/2021

Christopher’s Story

September 9, 2023:

Sadly, I have been down and out for a while, but my rescue story began two weeks ago. It was a blistering day with temperatures of over 100 degrees – a horrible heat for everyone, especially for those left outside. I was a dehydrated and exhausted homeless boy, so flea-ridden that the hair on the back half of my right hip was gone, and now red and bleeding from my scratching and licking and so sore from sunburn.

I had wandered aimlessly for days on end, looking for food, water, shelter, and just someone to speak kindly to me. I crawled under a truck at a house for relief from the scalding pavement. Unfortunately, the people living there didn’t want me there at all. They would not talk to me at all; they just called the shelter to come get me, but all I wanted was a bowl of water. Time just kept passing, and I kept getting weaker and weaker.

Over 27 hours later, with no food or water, I was giving up hope. Unbeknownst to me, the Streetdog crew heard about my situation and headed straight out to find me! Could someone really want to help me?!

A kind-eyed man with a gentle voice arrived where I was lying, crawled right under the truck to calm me, and let me know he was there to save me. He first offered me a gesture that anyone can do for us homeless pups out there; he offered me a clean, cool bowl of water!

I was so surprised at his goodness that I put my total trust in him. He told me that I would be okay and would not have to be alone again. I knew that he was full of love for me – I could feel it coming from his very soul.

He took me to the emergency vet, where they kept me under observation and fully hydrated me after going so long without anything to drink. Two days later, I transferred to Grace Animal Hospital, where the Docs and staff made sure that I was comfy and had everything I needed.

My hip wound is healing, and I am fully hydrated and eating well now, but dogs like me with no protection out there usually have heartworms, so I am currently being treated for that and gaining my strength back.

The Streetdog Family had recently lost one of their own precious friends and was celebrating his life 27 hours after my rescue on the 27th day of August. They wanted to honor his memory by passing his name to me. So, I am proud to bear the memory of Christopher Morris Burnham with love! Signed with hope and a new life.

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.

Female 🔸 Approximate DOB: 2/5/2020

Clementine’s Story

June 22, 2023 - Yesterday, our friends at Animal Emergency Center alerted us that this sweet girl was found on the interstate in Memphis. Once she arrived at AEC, they realized that she had what appeared to be severe chemical burns on her back and tail. Despite what she has been through, Clementine is very people-friendly and has the cutest wiggles. She will need immediate medical care, so she has been transferred to our vet at Grace Animal Hospital today. Stay tuned for medical updates.

July 30, 2023 - 🎉 Surprise Announcement: Clementine is PREGNANT! 🎉 Remember sweet Clementine, the adorable pooch who was found on the interstate? Well, she's got some big news to share! Clementine is comfortably resting at Grace Animal Hospital, as she's pretty close to giving birth to a litter of adorable fruit pups!

August 8, 2023 - Exciting news everyone! Last night, Clementine brought 12 adorable pups into the world - 8 lovely girls and 4 handsome boys. While we mourn the loss of one little boy, the rest of the pups are healthy and thriving. Clementine is proving to be a superstar mama, even letting the amazing techs at Grace Animal Hospital tend to the fruits of her labor. Get ready to meet the sweetest fruit salad pups ever!

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.

Female 🔸

Judy Geller’s Story

Let us formally introduce you to our Friends pups! Everyone meet Mama Judy Geller – mom to Chandler, Monica, Joey, Phoebe, Ross, Rachel, Emma, and Ben.

Judy Geller is estimated to be around two years old and is currently undergoing heartworm treatment. She is still very nervous of humans, but despite it all, she has never shown any aggression towards us. Check out more about this sweet gal at #sdfJudyGeller

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.

Male 🔸 Crate Trained🔸 Better With Older Children 🔸 Last Weigh-in: 63 lbs. 🔸 Approximate DOB: 5/19/2019

Bott’s Story

Meet Botts. He is about 4 years old, and we don’t know much about his life before coming to us, but we know it wasn’t good. His scars tell us that he was likely a bait dog and are a reminder that there are so many dogs in Memphis that need our help. The story below is told by Botts’s finder, Mrs. Tennessee 2019, Paige Botts, who you may remember from our 2019 Howl at the Moon videos.

“I am a physician assistant student at a local university, and on my way to school recently, I saw a bundle next to a street sign. I immediately realized it was a dog and pulled over to see what was going on. When I approached the dog, I honestly couldn’t believe my eyes.

This dog was severely emaciated and wore an oversized men’s gray stained sweatshirt and tied with a chain to a street sign. The chain was so tight that he could not move an inch from the pole and lay in his urine. He was covered in crusted blood, oozing wounds, and I could see every bone in his back and hips. Something so odd that besides being in a sweatshirt, in the chain, was a small teddy bear. He was cold to the touch leading me to think he had been there most of the night. I searched for anyone around and was so upset because I could see that this poor baby was hurt, and I couldn’t get him off the pole myself. Even though I was panicking, he was wagging his tail and looking at me with the sweetest eyes.

Finally, an employee from a nearby business was kind enough to help me, and we were able to free him, and I loaded him into my car. He didn’t show one ounce of fear or aggression during all of this. Even though he is covered in puncture wounds from an animal attack, infected, and so malnourished, he was just so loving and curled up in my back seat. I immediately knew who to call for help: Streetdog Foundation.”

We have named this sweet boy Botts in honor of his finder, Paige. We are so appreciative that she stopped to help him and that we can help in his recovery.

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.

Male 🔸 Kid Friendly 🔸 Approximate DOB: 5/17/2021

Guinness’ Story

Hi everyone, my name is Guinness! Rescued around St. Patrick’s Day, I’m a gentle, 1-year-old German Shepherd who loves walks, running, and spending my weekends on a local patio enjoying all the pets and attention. My BFF is my 4-year-old foster brother, who helped me come out of my shell after a rough start in life. After being hit by a car and injured when I was 11 months old, I was too shy to accept help from the concerned neighbors who had spotted me. Memphis Animal Services eventually got me and transferred me to the nice people of Streetdog. They took me straight to Grace, where I was diagnosed with leg injuries and a possible dislocated hip. The team at Grace worked to set my dislocated left hip and placed it in a sling to stabilize it while I healed from my other bumps, bruises, and swelling. Eventually, once I was well enough to leave Grace, an awesome foster family took me in, and I’m so grateful to them for loving me so well while I await my forever home!

Check out the hashtag #sdfGuinness on Facebook for more pictures of this cutie!

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.

Female

Coffee’s Story

Meet Coffee and her 10 adorable puppies born on Jan 11! Just before a snowstorm hit Memphis, we took in Coffee, thinking we had fosters. Unfortunately, it didn't work out, and with freezing weather approaching, we couldn't leave this beautiful family out in the cold.

Check out #sdfChai for updates and pictures!

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.

Male 🔸 Dog Friendly 🔸 Kid Friendly 🔸 Not a Fan of Cats 🔸 Approximate DOB: 8/1/2019

Duke Silver’s Story

Hey there friends - I'm Duke Silver! I was wandering down some back-country roads, stopping by any house that I came to, trying to find someone that would let me in and play with me. Unfortunately, no one had any room to spare. Luckily, I ended up on a farm where the farmer had a fabulous dog-lovin' daughter who came and scooped me up and told me that she would get me all fixed up. I had been on my own for a while, very lost, dirty and hungry so I was so happy to go home with her! She introduced me to her other pup and her human child, and let me tell you, it was LOVE at first sight. I definitely like human children and other pups too!

She took me to the vet, where they said I'm heartworm positive, so now I've started taking medicine to help me feel better. I'm about 3 years old, neutered, microchipped, and very loving with awesome energy. I know how to play, that's for sure, but I also know how to relax and be a calm, good boy. I've got a foster for now, and she is going to be working with me on some basic training and manners, but I would really like to find my perfect forever family to help get me through heartworm treatment and love me forever!

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.

Male 🔸 House Broken 🔸 Crate Trained 🔸  Prefers to be the Only Pup 🔸 Approximate DOB: 9/15/2019

Joe Quapaw’s Story

Joe is a shining star who’s ready to find his perfect match! He was adopted quickly upon arrival, but sometimes things don’t work out, and he was returned to us. Joe is impeccably trained, knowing an impressive 21 commands! Sit, down, shake, speak, heel – you name it, he’s got it down pat!

This smart boy is kennel trained, potty trained, and walks like a dream beside you, except when he spots another furry friend. While Joe needs to be the only dog in his new home, his love and loyalty for his people are unmatched!

Joe may take a moment to warm up to new faces, but once he trusts you, he’s a bundle of affection! He’s come a long way since his return, gaining confidence while boarding at Grace Animal Hospital, but he really needs a foster home where he can thrive.

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.

Female 🔸 Prefers to be the Only Pup  🔸 Not a Fan of Cats  🔸  Better With No Children🔸 Last Weigh-in: 58.4 lbs 🔸 Approximate DOB: 1/1/2013

Foster Update 11/2020: Marley Mae prefers to be the only pet in the household.

Foster Update 2/2020: Marley Mae's foster describes her as: Slightly Active, leash Trained, loves toys and is an obedient pup.

Marley Mae’s Story

Hi I'm Marley Mae - I've been a Streetdog since I was a little puppy back in 2013 when I wandered up onto a random porch. I was born around January 2013, and I've been with a lady for several years, but the adoption didn't work out. Now I'm back with my Streetdog friends looking for the perfect forever home for me.

I'm a sweet girl, but I also like my personal space and would do best in a home where I am the only pet. I may not be that old yet, but I have some arthritis that sometimes acts up on me and give me an excuse to take extra naps 😉)

I'm an Australian Shepherd - Cattle Dog mix, full of love and so much companionship left to give. I love to meet new people. I have a favorite pillow and love soft plushy toys I can chew on. I like to spend time outside in the sunshine too. I've been spending some time in boarding, and I'm ready to find a home to do some serious couch surfing for sure! I'd love to meet all of you soon!

*Behaviors not listed have yet to be tested.