Highland Lakes Canine Rescue

🐾 THREE GOOD BOYS SEEKING HOMES! 🐾

Zero - Started out shy, has now grown into a more confident sweetie! Zero takes his time building trust, but once he does, his gentle personality really shines. He's house-trained, dog friendly, and loves outings.

Grumpy - Spoiler alert: not actually grumpy! This energetic goofball loves playing with bigger dogs, is learning his commands, and has the stamina for any adventure you can throw at him. Also knows how to chill when playtime's over.

Henry - Came from a hoarding situation with zero socialization. Now he loves outings, walks great, and gets along with other dogs. Still a bit shy but considering where he started, this guy is making incredible strides. He just needs an understanding owner.

You can learn more about these three and our other adoptable dogs at www.hlcr.org/adoptable-dogs

Contact us to schedule a meet and greet with these guys. Don't forget to share this post to help them find their tribe!

Hey everyone! Say hello to Tulip, a sweet senior gal who came to us needing some help. She's got a great temperament and loves people, but she also came to us with a pretty big problem, as you'll see in the pics below.

Tulip is around 10 years old and one of the friendliest little chihuahuas you'll ever meet. We're getting her checked out by our vet to see what we're dealing with and what the best plan is to get her feeling better. She's comfortable and in good spirits while we wait for answers, which is encouraging.

This girl deserves to spend her golden years happy and healthy, and we're going to do everything we can to make that happen. We'll keep you posted as we learn more about what's going on with Tulip. In the meantime, she's getting lots of love and care while we figure out the next steps for her...

If you'd like to be a part of Miss Tulip's story then check out our medical fund. Our medically needy pups thank you! www.hlcr.org/medical-fund

Listen up, humans. It's Freya, your friendly neighborhood Anatolian Shepherd, and I've been monitoring the forecast. Wintry weather incoming this weekend, and frankly, I'm concerned about your preparedness levels.

As someone who was literally bred to protect flocks in the mountains of Turkey, I feel obligated to point out that your Chihuahua in the backyard is NOT equipped for this. Neither is your outdoor cat who "likes it out there." They're just trying to make you feel better. Bring them inside.

Here's my official Cold Weather Checklist:

⤷ Bring your pets indoors (yes, even the one who's "fine")
⤷ Check that outdoor water bowls aren't frozen solid (ice is not hydration)
⤷ Maybe don't leave your dog tied up outside while you "run in real quick"
⤷ Salt and ice melt can burn paw pads, so wipe those feet when you come in
⤷ If it's too cold for you, it's too cold for them

Look, I have a thick double coat and I STILL prefer to do my business quickly and get back to the couch. Your short-haired dog is not toughing it out, they're just cold and don't have thumbs to open the door.

Stay warm out there. Protect your pack.
-Freya

P.S. I'm available for adoption if you need someone to supervise your winter safety protocols in person. I work for treats and give excellent hugs.

www.hlcr.org/adoptable-dogs/freya

Bashful is a young Staffordshire mix with a gentle heart, a curious mind, and a playful streak that comes out as soon as he feels safe. At first he can be a little shy, but once he warms up, his whole personality shines. He becomes affectionate, goofy, and so eager to connect.

One nice thing about Bash is how much he loves other dogs, especially the big ones. Something about their calm confidence helps him feel braver, and he truly comes alive when he has a large, friendly companion to follow and learn from. He’s smart, food‑motivated, and making steady progress. Also, he's just really cool 😎

He’s neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm negative, and ready for a family who understands that some dogs bloom with patience and kindness. If you’re looking for a loving, dog‑friendly companion who just needs a little time to show you how wonderful he is, Bashful is waiting to meet you.

You can see his adoption profile at www.hlcr.org/adoptable-dogs/bashful

Please share this post to get Bash one step closer to home!