Meet Buster.
Buster is an approximately 3-year-old Pit Bull mix who is having a really hard time adjusting to shelter life. Right now, the big, unfamiliar world around him feels pretty scary, and he spends most of his time tucked away in the corner of his kennel, trying to feel safe.
When someone tries to touch him, Buster may react defensively, but this behavior appears to come from fear rather than a desire to hurt anyone. He is not ready to trust just yet, and he will need someone who understands that building confidence takes time, patience, and a gentle approach.
Buster is going to need a very special home with an experienced, understanding adopter who is willing to let him set the pace, respect his boundaries, and give him the space he needs to feel secure. He should not be rushed or pressured into interactions.
We know shelter life isn't bringing out the best in Buster, and we hope there's someone out there willing to give him the chance to feel safe again. Sometimes the animals who need the most patience are the ones who need someone to believe in them the most.

He is at the Artesia Animal Shelter
502 N. Paddy Wagon Way

Everyone deserves a second chance!! 

Meet Darcy!
Darcy is a 3-year-old Pit Bull mix who has figured out one of life's most important secrets: the way to her heart is through her stomach!
This girl can be a little unsure when meeting new people, but bring out a few tasty treats and suddenly you're her new best friend! She's a little cautious at first, but snacks have a magical way of helping her warm up and make new friends.
Darcy is looking for someone willing to give her a little time to feel comfortable, earn her trust, and maybe keep a few treats handy along the way. If you believe friendship is built on love, patience, and the occasional snack, Darcy might just be your girl!
Come meet Darcy and see if you can win her heart one treat at a time!

She is at the Artesia Animal Shelter
502 N. Paddy Wagon Way

Everyone deserves a second chance!! 

Meet Hooch!

110 pounds of muscle, a million-dollar smile, and absolutely NO idea how intimidating he looks!

Meet Hooch, a 2-year-old Mastiff/Pit Bull mix who is built like a tank but has the personality of a big, goofy teddy bear!

Now, let's talk about his size for a minute. Hooch weighs in at a whopping 110 pounds, and while he's not exactly winning any awards for being the tallest dog around, what he lacks in height, he makes up for in pure muscle! This boy is built low to the ground, solid as a rock, and looks like he could bench-press the entire dog food aisle!

But don't let those muscles fool you!

Behind that intimidating appearance is one of the sweetest, goofiest lover boys you'll ever meet! Hooch seems to always have a great big smile plastered across his handsome face, like he knows something hilarious that the rest of us haven't figured out yet.

He's the kind of dog who might make you do a double take when you first see him, but give him a chance and you'll quickly realize that this big guy is much more interested in winning your heart than showing off his muscles.

Hooch is living proof that you should never judge a book by its cover—or a dog by the size of his head!

At just 2 years old, this lovable chunk of muscle has so much love left to give. He doesn't need someone who's impressed by how tough he looks. He needs someone who will appreciate his goofy personality, his enormous smile, and the giant heart hiding underneath all those muscles.

If you've ever wanted your very own four-legged bodyguard who is actually just a big ol' sweetheart, Hooch might be your guy!

Come meet this handsome hunk and find out why sometimes the biggest dogs make the biggest impressions on our hearts!

Everyone deserves a second chance

He is available at the Artesia Animal Shelter located at 502 N. Paddy Wagon Wa

Meet Marion Crane!

Pretty markings, a precious personality, and a heart that absolutely OVERFLOWS with love!

Meet Marion Crane, a beautiful 1-year-old Pit Bull mix who is already spayed and ready to steal someone's heart!

Now, Marion is definitely a head-turner! This gorgeous girl has some of the prettiest, most distinctive markings that make her stand out from the crowd. But as beautiful as she is on the outside, her personality is somehow even sweeter!

Marion is an absolute sweetheart who LOVES attention, and it doesn't take much to make her day. Simply stop and talk to her, and you'll see her excitement start to build! But the moment you reach over and give her a few loving pats? Oh boy, you've just made her entire world!

It's almost like she can't believe someone is taking the time to tell her what a good girl she is, and she wants you to know just how much she appreciates every second of it!

Marion doesn't need fancy toys or grand adventures to feel special. Sometimes all it takes is a kind voice, a gentle hand, and someone willing to give her a little love. And in return? You'll get a whole lot of happiness from one very grateful girl.

At just 1 year old, Marion has her whole life ahead of her. She's already spayed, she's absolutely adorable, and she's more than ready to find a family who will shower her with all the love and attention her little heart desires.

Marion Crane may have markings that make her one of a kind, but it's her beautiful heart that will make you fall in love!

Come meet this sweet girl and see just how excited she gets when someone makes her feel special!

Everyone deserves a second chance

She is available at the Artesia Animal Shelter located at 502 N. Paddy Wagon Way

Meet Bonnie!

Warning: This girl has a serious case of the happy wiggles, and they're highly contagious!

Meet Bonnie, an adorable 1-year-old Pit Bull mix who is already spayed and absolutely overflowing with love, excitement, and personality!

Bonnie is one of those dogs who gets SO excited to see people that she genuinely doesn't know what to do with herself! Instead of simply wagging her tail, this silly girl throws herself into a playful bow, wiggles her entire body, and does the cutest little sideways hops while still in her bow! It's almost like she's trying to invent a brand-new dance move every time she sees someone!

And the best part? Despite all that excitement, Bonnie is incredibly gentle with people! Underneath those hilarious wiggles is a sweet, affectionate girl who absolutely melts when you scratch her head. Give her a little love, and you'll quickly discover that this goofy girl has just as much sweetness as she does energy.

Now, Bonnie does have one tiny confession to make...

Chickens are NOT on her friendship list!

While Bonnie absolutely adores people, she seems to think chickens belong on the dinner menu rather than in the backyard! So she'll need a home where she won't have access to feathered friends. After all, we want Bonnie to enjoy her happily ever after without turning someone's chicken coop into an all-you-can-eat buffet!

At just 1 year old, Bonnie has a whole lifetime of love, laughter, and ridiculous little happy dances to share. She's already spayed, she's sweet as can be, and she's ready to find a family who will appreciate every single one of her adorable quirks!

If you've been looking for a dog who will make you smile every single day, Bonnie is ready to wiggle her way right into your heart!

Everyone deserves a second chance

She is available at the Artesia Animal Shelter located at 502 N. Paddy Wagon Way 

He is available at the Artesia Animal Shelter located at 502 Paddy Wagon Way

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