Mutt Dogs for Adoption near Santa Barbara, California, USA,
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PuppyFinder.com is proud to be a part of the online adoption community. Browse thru thousands of Mutt Dogs for Adoption near Santa Barbara, California, USA area, listed by Dog Rescue Organizations and individuals, to find your match. Puppyfinder.com has located 961 Mutt puppies in the following location(s): CORONA CA, VISALIA CA and MISSION VIEJO CA
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LITTLE JOHN - Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/22/2026
LITTLE JOHN
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
LITTLE JOHN
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed (medium coat).
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CREATE A WANTED ADSTARLIGHT - Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/22/2026
STARLIGHT
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
STARLIGHT
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat). Dog has geriatric health and wellness needs. Please contact or visit shetler for more information. Placed on URGENT list due to...
RANDY - Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/22/2026
RANDY
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
RANDY
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat). Dog has been on URGENT list due to length of stay, but urgency has increased due to declining health. Needs immediate exit.
HARVEY - Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/08/2026
HARVEY
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
HARVEY
Gender:
Male
Age:
Senior
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat).
SUNNY - Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/08/2026
SUNNY
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
SUNNY
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed (medium coat).
CASHMERE - Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 06/24/2026
CASHMERE
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
CASHMERE
Gender:
Female
Age:
Senior
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat).
COCO - Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 06/17/2026
COCO
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
COCO
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat).
WOODY - Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 06/10/2026
WOODY
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
WOODY
Gender:
Male
Age:
Senior
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Terrier (medium coat).
GUAPO - Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 06/10/2026
GUAPO
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
GUAPO
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat).
BRUCE WAYNE - Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 06/10/2026
BRUCE WAYNE
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
BRUCE WAYNE
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat).
JAVA - Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 05/13/2026
JAVA
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
JAVA
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat). Placed on URGENT list due to behavior. Call or visit shelter for more information.
SADIE - Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 04/29/2026
SADIE
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
SADIE
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier (medium coat).
WOLFGANG - Belgian Shepherd Malinois / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 04/22/2026
WOLFGANG
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
WOLFGANG
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Belgian Shepherd Malinois / Mixed (medium coat).
DAISY - Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 02/18/2026
DAISY
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
DAISY
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat).
ZIGGY - Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
ZIGGY
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
ZIGGY
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Corona, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 129.9 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat).
Moose - Shepherd / Corgi / Mixed (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 08/05/2026
Moose
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Moose
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Visalia, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 130.1 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Corgi / Mixed (short coat). Meet Moose—the total package!
Moose is as sweet as they come and has a heart that's just as big as his...
Misty - Belgian Shepherd Malinois (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 05/06/2026
Misty
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Misty
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Visalia, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 130.1 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Belgian Shepherd Malinois (medium coat). Meet Misty — your future shadow, snuggle bug, and adventure buddy all in one.
Misty is an incredibly sweet,...
Echo - Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 04/22/2026
Echo
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Echo
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
Visalia, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 130.1 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Meet Echo
Echo’s story started with heartbreak—he was found as a puppy, lost and confused, lying in a...
Kingston - Pit Bull Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Kingston
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Kingston
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
Visalia, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 130.1 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier (short coat). Meet Kingston — a gentle soul with a heart of gold
Kingston is a sweet, soft-hearted Pit Bull who’s looking for...
Hazel & Luna (Bonded Pair) - Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie / Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/15/2026
Hazel & Luna (Bonded...
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Hazel & Luna (Bonded...
Gender:
Female
Age:
Senior
Location:
USA
Mission Viejo, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 130.7 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie / Terrier / Mixed (medium coat). Meet Hazel – A Sweet 10-Year-Old Yorkie Mix Looking for Her Forever Home
Hazel is a gentle...
Cowboy - Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 02/18/2026
Cowboy
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Cowboy
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Bernardino , CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 130.7 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Terrier (medium coat). January is turning out to be a BUSY month and we took in four new dogs from San Bernardino City Shelter and Devore
Cowboy is one of them! A...
Denver - Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Denver
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Denver
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Bernardino , CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 130.7 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed (medium coat). **Courtesy Post**
This is a courtesy post for Denver's current family. If interested in meeting Denver, please...
Kash - Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/29/2026
Kash
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Kash
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Kash
At just 7 weeks old, Kash is already stealing hearts everywhere he goes! This handsome Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix is equal parts...
Karis - Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/29/2026
Karis
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Karis
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Karis
Karis is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with a sweet spirit and a heart full of love. This adorable little girl is...
Koa - Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/29/2026
Koa
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Koa
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Koa
Koa is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with a handsome black-and-tan coat, expressive eyes, and ears that are almost as...
Kahlua - Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/29/2026
Kahlua
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Kahlua
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Kahlua
Kahlua is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with the most adorable oversized ears and soulful eyes that will melt your...
Kiwi - Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/29/2026
Kiwi
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Kiwi
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Kiwi
Kiwi is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with the sweetest eyes and the cutest little freckles! This adorable girl is...
Kaia - Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/29/2026
Kaia
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Kaia
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Kaia
Kaia is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with a heart as beautiful as she is! This sweet little girl is curious,...
Kevin - Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/29/2026
Kevin
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Kevin
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Kevin
Kevin is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with a one-of-a-kind look and a personality that’s just as special!...
Kody - Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/29/2026
Kody
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Kody
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Cattle Dog / Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Kody
Kody is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with the sweetest face and the cutest little ears that are still deciding which...
Gordy - Shar Pei Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/22/2026
Gordy
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Gordy
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shar Pei. Gordy is around 1-2 years old, 30lbs, small Sharpei mix. He is very friendly with people and kids. He needs a lot of exercise as he is high energy. He is...
Bindy - Shepherd Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 06/24/2026
Bindy
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Bindy
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd. Meet Bindy, a remarkable 7-month-old female shepherd with a heart as big as her love for adventure! This little beauty is like a young koala—playful...
Sable - Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 06/03/2026
Sable
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Sable
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed. Sable
Sable is a happy, affectionate little pup with the sweetest soulful eyes. She loves to be close to her people—whether it’s...
Theo - Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 05/27/2026
Theo
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Theo
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed. Meet Theo!
Theo is approximately one year old and full of fun-loving energy. This sweet, goofy boy loves to roughhouse and play, bringing...
Poppy - Terrier / Hound / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 05/20/2026
Poppy
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Poppy
Gender:
Female
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Terrier / Hound / Mixed. Mama Poppy
Mama Poppy is a beautiful girl with a very sweet but shy personality. It may take her a little time to warm up, but once she...
Elle - Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 04/29/2026
Elle
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Elle
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Elle — the kind of puppy who feels like home the moment you hold her.
this beautiful shepherd mix already has the soulful eyes and...
Jasper - Cattle Dog / Eskimo Spitz / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 03/25/2026
Jasper
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Jasper
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Cattle Dog / Eskimo Spitz / Mixed. Jasper is an energetic and smart 18 month old cattle dog mix. He is a very handsome boy, mostly white with some brown markings,...
Mateo - Belgian Shepherd Malinois Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 03/18/2026
Mateo
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Mateo
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Belgian Shepherd Malinois. Meet Mateo! • This little fighter has been through so much, but nothing can break his spirit. Rescued from the shelter with multiple...
Buddy - Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 03/04/2026
Buddy
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Buddy
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Mixed. Buddy
Male | ~7 weeks old | Shepherd mix
Buddy is a sweet, curious little guy with soulful eyes and a gentle nature. At just 9 weeks old,...
Shiloh - Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 02/25/2026
Shiloh
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Shiloh
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Shiloh
Shiloh is a 14-week-old puppy with the softest eyes and the sweetest little personality. She’s the smallest of her litter,...
Theo - Shepherd / Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 01/21/2026
Theo
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Theo
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Terrier / Mixed. Meet
Theo
Theo is a 1-year-old, 73.5-lb Terrier–Shepherd mix with the sweetest soul and the happiest personality. This handsome...
Mateo - Belgian Shepherd Malinois Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Mateo
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Mateo
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Belgian Shepherd Malinois. Meet Mateo! This little fighter has been through so much, but nothing can break his spirit. Rescued from the shelter with multiple broken...
Zeus formerly Bentley - Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Zeus formerly Bentle...
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Zeus formerly Bentle...
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Zeus!
Zeus is a 9½-month-old, 57-lb Staffie, Husky, and Shepherd mix with a big heart and an even bigger personality. This handsome...
Penelope - Pit Bull Terrier Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Penelope
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Penelope
Gender:
Female
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier. Interested in adopting this pet? Please contact us at questionsawishforanimals for more info.
Luna - Shepherd Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Luna
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Luna
Gender:
Female
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd. Meet Luna!
Luna is a 3-year-old beauty who’s just as sweet as she is stunning! She’s a smart girl who is deeply loyal to her people. With...
Bella - Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Bella
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Bella
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Bella, a sweet and playful shepherd! Bella is full of love and energy, and she’s eager to find her forever family. She gets along...
Sky - Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Sky
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Sky
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Mixed. Meet Sky, a sweet and playful 6 month-old shepherd and herding breed mix! Sky is full of love and energy, and she’s eager to find her...
Molly - Pit Bull Terrier Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Molly
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Molly
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier. Meet Molly!
This gorgeous 4-year-old tan-and-white Pit Bull beauty is ready to steal your heart. Molly is as sweet and loving as they...
Gouda - Corgi / Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Gouda
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Gouda
Gender:
Female
Age:
Senior
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Corgi / Terrier / Mixed. Meet Gouda! This cute gal is just a doll! Gouda is approximately 8 years old. She is also blind and deaf, but don't let that fool you...
Runi - Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Runi
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Runi
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Dana Point, CA, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 132.2 mi from Santa Barbara
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Mixed. Runi is a 5-year-old, 60 lb. Malinois-Shepard mix looking for a special forever home. She’s a happy goofy girl who is smart, eager to...