I'm not quite ready to go to my new home.

This adorable, sweet puppy was being given away in front of a store in Lake County when a good Sam intervened to keep him safe. Now he is safe and sound in a foster home and this lucky dog gets a second chance with WCAL! Welcome, Clifford. May you grow big and strong with lots of love.

Puppies this age cannot be left home alone for more than a few hours at a time. They need to eat three meals a day, have frequent potty breaks, and are learning to spend small periods of time alone in a puppy-safe area of the home where they can't get into trouble while unattended. 

We ask that all WCAL puppy adopters commit to attending a 4 week-long reward-based training class with their new puppy (we'll help you find a qualified, dog-friendly trainer near you). This is the best way we know how to help you bond with your new pup, give you access to current training techniques and ensure that your new dog becomes a well-rounded member of society. We believe in being proactive and know from experience that the best time to train a dog is NOW! It's important that the dogs we rescue get the very best start. If you don't have time to attend training classes with a puppy, please consider choosing an adult dog or waiting to adopt until your schedule is more flexible.