Meet Star Wars little girl Ahsoka! Ahsoka is a spunky, feisty, loving little cat. She is super playful and will often pounce on her siblings to get them started, and happily engage in kitty play. After she will settle down for snuggles and pets and enjoy any and all human attention she gets. Her darling little mustache catches your eye, and her personality keeps you reeled in. Her adoption fee covers her spay, first shots, worming and chip. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat
 You can also find more photos here: https://www.instagram.com/laurak_foster

Some moms and daughters are very close for life... and that is sure the case for these two. Annie and her daughter Ashoka are young adult cats who sure do love each other. They play together, sleep together, seek attention together, and sure make a good match for entertainment for a working adult home while they are alone. Annie and Ashoka are cat friendly and had some exposure to dogs, but limited. They prefer a calmer home with windows to sunbathe in, laser lights toys to chase, and someone who likes cat cuddles. They are spayed, vaccinated and wormed, ready to adopt. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. If you think your home may be a good fit, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat

Apple was found a few months ago in an Applebee's parking lot. You'd think being a stray would damper his spirits but nope! The second his finder had him in the car, he was as happy as can be and ready for the next adventure. Apple is an older kitten who is happy, social and outgoing. He absolutely adores other cats and would be the perfect playmate for another active cat or kids! He loves toys of all kinds, whether it's a scratcher pad or a bottle cap! Once tired out he becomes a cuddle monster, and is often found snuggling up with his foster siblings on the cat bed. He turns into a stuffed animal when picked up, he loves attention of any kind and turns into a harley revving the second you touch him. So if you're looking for a happy, goofy boy, Apple is it! Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat


Arwen  the Great Dane/Mastiff mix puppy was born 1/18/2025. She is a little observer, although she will stand up to her nosy sister if food is involved. Arwen loves to cuddle, can curl right into your neck and snuggle up. She is curious and loveable and doing well with steps and being brave with new things. She is learning basic puppy manners and house training and crating. Being a baby, she has a lot of learning to do still. Please do the application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt


Meet Atlas! ☀️

Atlas is a Great Dane mix puppy with a giant heart and an even bigger personality. This goofy, sunshine-loving boy is happiest when he’s outside soaking up the rays, exploring the yard, or romping around with his favorite people.

He’s excellent with kids and gets along wonderfully with other pets, making him a perfect addition to a busy, loving home. Atlas is currently learning his puppy basics and is eager to please—he’s a smart pup who just needs a little guidance as he grows into his big paws.

If you’re looking for a sweet, silly best friend who will bring laughter, love, and lots of tail wags into your life, Atlas is your guy! 🐾https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog


Atticus is a middle aged to senior mixed breed, about 45 pounds, who has a tough past but he sure doesn't show it. Atticus came from Mexico and was badly hurt, left to heal on his own. He had a broken pelvis and broken leg that healed on it's own. He is pain free, but sometimes moves a little funny as the bones healed together at different lengths.  Maybe that's why he enjoys a soft bed and a warm loving home so very much. He is always happy. He loves to chase the squirrels and enjoys watching the birds at the bird feeder.  He doesn’t bark or growl at the birds, he just sits on the couch and watches them like it's dog TV. He likes to lay on the couch and will cuddle with you if you invite him. He loves to sleep in bed with his fosters as well, no matter how little space there is- there is always space for him, in his opinion. Atticus is a smart dog who responds very well to training. He enjoys other dogs, meeting people, and plays well with others. He is well house trained and crates when alone, although is graduating to more free reign then also. He's just a very good boy who deserves his own home. He's past due for it. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

friends with every pet and human he meets, and is so charming. Bandit is a young adult dog, full grown at about 20 pounds. He is doing well learning the house training and is crated when alone. Bandit would do well with kids, cats and other dogs. Nothing bothers him- he is ready to have fun and make friends with everyone. Bandit is used to a yard, and likes walks. He is known to pour on the charm and be an exceptional snuggler also. Please consider this guy, he's been waiting for so long. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Barron the noble goofball!  Barron is guaranteed to make you laugh.  He is love, goofiness and  happiness in a 3 year old, 145 pound body.  He lives life happy!  He loves other dogs, cats and all humans.  He always has a bounce in his step, loves walks,  chewing on elk antlers and coffee tree chews.  He is a Master snuggler on the couch and more than happy to share your bed.  His soulful eyes make it hard to tell him no.  Barron aka Bubba is fully vetted and house trained.   His current Mom is moving overseas and looking for a perfect home for this sweet gentle boy. Please do the application at  www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt



If you’ve ever dreamed of sharing your home with a walking cloud who smiles at you all day long, Bear might just be your guy. This handsome adult Husky sports a stunning wooly coat and the most charming little underbite you’ve ever seen — it gives him a permanent grin that perfectly matches his sunny personality. Bear is house trained, crate trained, and previously had some command training (he may just need a little refresher course to brush up on his skills). He’s a well-adjusted, social boy who truly enjoys being part of the action. He does wonderfully with kids, gets along with other dogs, and even does well with cats. If his furry friends take off running, Bear may join in for a playful chase — it’s all in good fun and part of his spirited Husky nature. Bear is looking for an adopter who doesn’t mind a little (okay, a lot of!) hair and appreciates a dog who brings joy, laughter, and a whole lot of fluff into their home. If you’re ready for a sweet, social companion with a perma-smile and a heart of gold, Bear is ready to meet you. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Bocce is a likely mix of Australian Shepherd/Cattle dog, maybe some Collie... and these herding breed mixes make for a smart, high energy, loving dog who will thrive in a home with yard space, daily dedicated exercise and training, and someone who will work her mind and body. She is VERY smart and highly responsive to training. Bocce's ideal home would have a canine companion, and being a puppy, no shared walls. She was discovered being sold in a local WalMart parking lot to whoever could hand over the money first, and one of our fosters took her in when she was the last one. She is being spayed, vaccinated, wormed and available for adoption. Please do the link at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Bowie is a Beagle with some baggage. Cute as can be, this young adult Beagle has a lot of Beagle traits (the bay, the enthusiasm for long sniffing walks, the passion for food, and wily smarts) but came to us with some serious resource guarding issues. He went through behavior rehab and is doing wonderfully, but without an experienced dog owner will revert back. He used to guard food, items he thought were his, and his sleeping space, and would react with a bite. At this point, in foster care, he allows us to handle him all over, take food and treats away, and move him. He needs an experienced owner to continue boundaries, training, and kind firmness. We adore him, we have no issues right now (except with cats, he hates cats). Bowie is house trained, crated when alone, loves walks, would do best with a fenced outside area, and we are highly recommending continued training classes. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com if you can give Charlie a great home. You can get a head start on the process by filling out the application above.

Brooks is an 11 year old Australian Shepherd whose world turned upside down when his owner passed away. He is an obedient and friendly dog who wants to follow his owner around and nap by their feet. Brooks is house trained and well mannered inside. He prefers an adult home, and is used to being the only dog. That's the home he hopes to find going forward. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com if you can foster or adopt Brooks as a single dog home. He loves people.

If you are interested in fostering, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/foster

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt/

Caroline- Meet this sweet 10-week-old Great Dane/Mastiff mix puppy — a gentle giant in the making with a heart just as big as her paws! This adorable girl is the perfect blend of playful and loving. She absolutely adores kids, gets along wonderfully with other dogs, and is always ready for her next adventure. Whether she’s romping around the yard, exploring new places, or curling up for cuddles after playtime, she brings joy everywhere she goes. Smart, curious, and eager to please, she’s already showing great potential to grow into a loyal, well-mannered companion. If you’re looking for a fun-loving best friend who will grow up to be both your adventure buddy and your couch companion, this sweet pup is ready to fill your home with love (and a little extra slobbery kisses ). Spay and first two sets of shots/worming and chip are included in her fee. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog 

ChaCha is a 7 year old female Chihuahua seeking a home who loves Chihuahuas. She is social and outgoing, loves walks, loves laps and attention. ChaCha is house trained and kennel trained, but in a new setting was having some excited dribbles happening, so we expect she will in a new home as well. She is good with other pets but does need to be fed in her crate-- food is not for sharing, in her opinion. She is a fun and loving little dog. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. If you think your home may be a good fit for ChaCha, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Daisy is a 2 year old Heeler mix, a sweetheart who is living well with kids, cats and dogs, seeking a foster home with some urgency. She is house trained, and has been reliable loose when alone although she has always had canine company. Daisy is a smart, intuitive, very good girl. She is used to a home with a yard and other pets. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com
We are hoping to find a foster or foster to adopt within a reasonable distance of Buffalo or Forest Lake as she needs shots/spay still.

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt 

If you are interested in fostering, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/foster

Daisy is a 2 year old Heeler mix, a Dakotah is a 4 year old Shepherd/Collie/Husky, living with kids, cats and dogs, a quiet girl who enjoys yard time and having space outside and also curling right up with you on the couch inside. She is a gentle soul, a very loving dog who craves a forever home. She is house trained and has done well loose when alone, although has always had another dog for company. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com
We are hoping to find a foster or foster to adopt within a reasonable distance of Buffalo or Forest Lake as she needs shots/spay still.

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt 

If you are interested in fostering, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/foster

Requirements (no exceptions):
• Physically fenced yard
• Another active dog in the home
• Prior herding-breed experience
• Applicant specifically seeking a dog with agility, rally, obedience, or sport potential and experience training high-drive dogs

Are you an active household looking for a high-energy dog who can truly keep up with your lifestyle? Are you specifically seeking a dog with potential for agility, rally, obedience, or scent work? If so, Diesel may be the perfect match.
Diesel is a young Border Collie / Sheltie / Australian Shepherd mix (best guess) searching for a home committed to helping him reach his full potential. He is highly food-, toy-, and treat-motivated, eager to learn, and thrives with training. Diesel has a strong play drive—fetch is his favorite activity, and he almost always has a toy in his mouth. He is constantly on the move and always ready for his next adventure.

Diesel needs an experienced home that understands the mental and physical demands of high-energy herding breeds. Daily structured exercise and enrichment are essential for him to thrive. He is housebroken and crate trained and currently lives peacefully with other dogs, cats, and older children in his foster home. While he does well with kids, a home without young children is preferred; older, well-mannered children would be fine.

Diesel can be a bit nervous when meeting new people in unfamiliar environments, but once he feels comfortable, his confident, fun personality shines. A secure, physically fenced yard is mandatory—Diesel is not a candidate for tie-outs or leash-only exercise and will escape if given the opportunity. He would greatly benefit from another young, energetic dog, as he spends much of his time actively playing and wrestling with his foster siblings.

Diesel thrives in a busy, active home and loves being on the go. He is ideal for someone excited to continue training a high-energy dog and put his drive to good use. Bonus: he also loves to swim!

We offer a two-week trial period on all adoptions. If you believe your home may be a great fit for Diesel, please complete an application at:
https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

A home visit is required.

Drey is a dog social and playful medium size canine who is seeking a home with a fenced yard and a canine playmate. He is a little wary of men he doesn't know, loves women, and is polite with kids but prefers a home with adults. He is a homebody... very content to hang out in his house and yard. While he won't turn down a walk or a car ride, he is also fine to take a pass on it. Drey is about 45 pounds, house trained and kennel trained. If he is adopted to a home with a man he just needs a man with patience to win him over. He doesn't go out of his way to be mean ever, just avoids. Drey has shown to get along easily with every dog he has met. He thrives on cuddle time. Please consider this guy, he's been waiting for so long. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Meet Elliott!  Elliott is a 4 year old super snuggly Pekignese.   He is missing one eye but you would never know it.  He is about 13 pounds of pure snuggle love.  His happy  place is on the couch next to you.  Elliott is an easy keeper.  He plays well with other dogs and adores cats...he loves just watching them.  Elliott is house trained, crate trained and fully vetted. His little pirate eye look is endearing, and he is full of snorts and smooches for you. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Elsa is a 12 year old spayed and front declawed female cat, currently living with kids and dogs she tolerates, but really hoping for a calmer home with less action. She is affectionate and quiet, doesn't ask for much, but sure appreciates the love when it's shown. She has been loved, and is needing a new home due to a change in her family. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. You can find the application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat

Emmy is a Lab/ German shepherd mix, 3 years old. Emmy loves to snuggle and also thinks she is a lap dog. She has an easygoing, go with the flow nature, but also loves to play(like a toddler)- especially with her stuffed squirrel. She can be timid around new people but once you show her she’s very affectionate and craves attention. Emmy loves walks at night since it’s less stressful for her with less sidewalk traffic, and she also does fine playing in the yard. She does live with another dog but doesn’t care for random dogs out and about. 
She lives with 3 kids she adores. She loves them a lot and loves to be by their side, especially to get those belly rubs and butt scratches. Once she finds a comfy spot on some blankets and pillows when she sleeps or naps she will snore away! Emmy is a dog who doesn't make the best first impression, but her loyalty and love to her family is limitless. She is house trained and kennel trained. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt.


Eowyn the Great Dane/Mastiff mix puppy is 10.4 pounds, born 12/18/2025. She has a lighter brindle coat (more blonde) with a white triangle on the back of the neck on the left.  She has more courage, just like her namesake.  She is the first to adventure and learn new things. She tackles the steps to go outside, loves playing with other dogs, and is learning basic puppy manners and house training and crating. Being a baby, she has a lot of learning to do still. She is all heart. Please do the application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Gemma is a 12-13 year old female Bichon who came to rescue when her owner passed away. She was VERY loved and well cared for and it shows. Luckily she's a well adjusted and easy-going dog so she is comfortably settled into her foster home, but she is still seeking her forever.  Gemma is reliably house trained, prefers limited steps, and enjoys very short walks or just hanging at home. She gets along well with everyone and is quiet. She is looking for a home where she can be her quiet, lazier self and just be loved and cuddled. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. You can find the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Harriet is a 6-7 year old, 30 pound female Corgi who is going to spoil her adopters SO MUCH with how good she is. House trained, not a chewer, rarely barks, walks well on lead, and friendly without being overbearing, this is the little dog that everyone wishes they had. While she has short bursts of playful, she is overall a laid back and easy girl. Harriet likes spending time outside if you are out with her, otherwise she wants to be inside with you. Harriet is available 12/14.  Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

❄️✨ A Little Holiday Magic From Hopscotch ✨❄️

On snowy December mornings, when the world is quiet and cozy, a tiny bit of holiday magic comes trotting through the house—Hopscotch, the 16-lb Boston Terrier mix who believes wholeheartedly that he’s Santa’s smallest (and most dramatic) helper.

This little guy is a mama’s boy through and through, happiest when he’s tucked in close or being carried around like the baby reindeer he insists he is. He’s shy with new people—especially men—but never scared, just politely unsure until he warms up.

Hopscotch is still learning the art of housetraining (adulting is hard, even at the North Pole), but he makes up for it with charm, silliness, and the cutest little play vocals you’ve ever heard. His wrestling sessions with his bestie Torie sound like festive gremlins celebrating in the next room.

🎁 Holiday Magic Powers:
✨ Can turn any human into a certified baby-wearer (he loves being carried like a tiny prince)
✨ Performs “shy but charming” around new men… unless you’re Mom, in which case he’s glued to your hip
✨ Working hard on housetraining (adulting is a journey, not a destination)

This season, Hopscotch is hoping for a home where he can wiggle into someone’s heart, curl up under the twinkle lights, and bring a little more warmth to the winter.

Because every holiday needs a little magic… and Hopscotch has plenty to spare. 🎄✨🐾 Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Jack is a 9-month-old neutered male Lab mix, about 35 pounds and close to full grown. He’s the definition of happy-go-lucky—full of sunshine, love, and tail wags! Jack adores kids, gets along great with other dogs, and we suspect he’d happily befriend cats too, though he hasn’t met any yet. He’s both house-trained and kennel-trained, making him an easy addition to the right home. Jack would thrive with an active family who enjoys daily walks and playtime—but don’t worry, he’s also a champion snuggler who loves to cuddle up when the day is done. If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion, Jack might be your perfect match.
Apply at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Meet Jade, a beautiful 9-week-old black Lab puppy with a heart as big as her puppy paws!  Jade is incredibly friendly and loves everyone she meets — from kids to other dogs and even cats. She’s already showing how smart she is, catching on quickly to training and eager to please. Whether it’s learning new commands, playing in the yard, or snuggling up after a fun day, Jade is ready to be right by your side. Sweet, social, and full of puppy joy, Jade is more than ready to become a cherished member of her forever family. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog



Jetson is an 11 week absolute mystery mutt puppy, currently 9 pounds so not going to be a big dog, but his adult size is anybody's guess. What we do know is that when his owner surrendered him to the shelter, they were pretty sad to let him go. He strikes us as a puppy who has been well loved and well started, which is good. He is learning the house training, crates when alone ( and does still cry in it, he's a baby), and loves popping along next to you on the leash as he learns. He is comfortable with other pets. Jetson is available 2/28. He is going to make someone happy with all of the love he has to share. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Meet Junebug, aka Junie – your little firecracker with the biggest heart 💕

Born in June 2023, Junie is a 35-pound boxer mix who is short, lean, and packed with personality. Don’t let her compact size fool you — this girl is athletic, adventurous, and always ready for whatever fun the day brings.

Junie is wonderful with other dogs and absolutely loves kids. She thrives on attention, playtime, and being part of the action. She has met a cat and tends to chase in an effort to play, so any feline friends would need to be confident and dog-savvy.

She’s both crate trained and house trained, rides beautifully in the car, and makes an excellent adventure buddy. Junie would happily run alongside a bike for exercise and would love an active home that can keep up with her energy. She also has a surprisingly impressive vertical — she can clear a 5-foot chain link fence — so she will need a taller, secure fence or to be safely managed on a leash or tie-out when outside.

Junie is a proud parvo survivor, which just proves how strong and resilient she is. That strength is balanced by her sweet, snuggly side. After a good workout or a day of exploring, she’s more than ready to curl up next to you for a movie night.
And we can’t forget her voice — Junie has the cutest, quirkiest barks and tiny howls that somehow come out of this small body. It’s part of her charm and guaranteed to make you smile.

If you’re looking for a fun-loving, kid-friendly, adventure-ready pup who also gives championship-level cuddles, Junebug might just be your perfect match. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog


Kiara is a 6-7 month old female Lab mix, a gentle soul who loves the company of other dogs so much that we are hoping her forever home has another dog to keep her company, or an adopter willing to create time she can play with other dogs. Kiara is learning the house training, kennels when alone, and does well with people and other dogs. She also respects cats. She's an old soul puppy with a sweet temperament. Please do the application at  www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Katie ( Torti) and Kirby ( tabby) are a bonded pair of sibling cats about 9 months old seeking a home together. Previously street cats who had to avoid humans to stay alive, they are coming around well in foster but remain shy, and need an adopter with some patience to give them time but also persistently pet them daily so they start to seek it out. They are not at all mean, just cautious. Kirby has started seeking some love time. They use the litter box, are happy in a small home, and with someone committed to building their confidence they are going to thrive. They are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, wormed, chipped. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. If you think your home may be a good fit for them, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat

Koala and Boo were rescued off the streets, both pregnant, and these very young sister cats ( or mom/daughter?) raised their litters as a combined unit. They have been in foster care since May 2025, building trust and bravery and learning how incredible it is to be house cats. Favorite activities are laser lights, watching the fish tank, chirping for food, chasing kitty catnip balls, and snuggling up at night. These two are tricky because making a good first impression is not something they will do. They hide from strangers ( survival skill they learned as outside cats) and it will take a few weeks for them to warm up--- but when they do, you're in their circle for life. They are unafraid of dogs, love other cats, not used to kids. They are VERY bonded and you never see one without the other. It's going to take an adopter with some patience as they settle, but they are so worth it. Please consider them. You can email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. If you think your home may be a good fit, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat

Kale is a 50 pound more mellow young adult ( 11 months) who has hero worship on other dogs, greets new people politely, likes walks and can handle being out well but is also content to be a homebody with his own home and yard. He has the best dog smile when he is excited to see you, his whole lip goes up with joy. He is perfect for someone wanting a very laid back, go with the flow guy. Old soul for sure.

He is dog, cat and people friendly.

If you are interested in adopting, please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

If you are interested in fostering, please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/foster

Kookie is a playful, social, fun seeking 36 pound 11 month female who is always ready for a walk, playtime, any social event. She does settle down well also, but if you want a dog you can take place, she's your girl. 

She is dog, cat and people friendly.

If you are interested in adopting, please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

If you are interested in fostering, please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/foster

Lady is a 9 week, 10 pound Lab mix puppy who is fostered with kids, cats and dogs and thriving. She is a very smart puppy, picking up on house training and crate training, learning puppy manners. Being a baby, continued training is needed and expected, but she's a smart little one. Lady is well adjusted, social, and does well being in a busy home but would equally adapt to a calmer and quiet place. Lady is available to adopt 2/28 but her adopter would do a foster to adopt trial until her spay is done through our vet in either Buffalo or Forest Lake. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Layla is a spayed female 30 pound Lab/Australian Shepherd mix ( best guess) an incredibly bright and well started on training puppy. She was adopted from the shelter and returned because they didn't have time for her, which is sad, so we are making sure that her next home is her forever home. She is already house trained, crate trained, LOVES walks and park and brewery time. She is an active girl so would love a home with a commitment to daily exercise and socialization, but she settles well inside also. Layla is dog friendly, kid friendly, cat curious but friendly, and really a great dog. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Meet Liberty! 🐾

Liberty is an 8-week-old Great Dane mix with a big heart and an even bigger personality! This sweet, family-friendly girl is outgoing, affectionate, and always ready to make new friends—both two-legged and four. She loves cuddles just as much as playtime and is happiest when she’s right by your side. With her gentle nature and playful spirit, Liberty is sure to grow into a loyal, loving companion. If you’re looking for a pup who will bring joy, snuggles, and a little bit of goofy charm into your home, Liberty is your girl! Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog


Louisa is a middle aged, mid sized mystery mutt who has been in foster for a year now. She came in with her puppies a year ago, and they all went to new adventures. Louisa is waiting her turn, and needs a special family with dog experience to find her. She is reliably house trained, crates very well for the workday, listens well and respects/responds to limits and boundaries. She enjoys the company of most dogs, although one senior female at her foster she is overly bossy with. She is good with cats. Louisa would thrive in an adult home who can manage her with men. She was previously very abused by a man, which is why she was taken away, and it takes her awhile to warm up to new guys, but she does and then loves them. However, on walks, with company coming over, etc she is not trusted with men she doesn't know. If you can manage that one part, she is otherwise very enjoyable to live with and love. She's silly and very cuddly and listens well. She would do best with a fenced yard and when she has her daily visits to the hobby farm, she is in heaven and does very well there. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com

Mama is a young female kitty who had babies and did a great job mothering them... and is now ready for her new forever home. She likes pets and short-term cuddles, allows herself to be picked up and held, but prefers to have the love and attention for short bursts. She's got a sense of humor, a playful streak, and a loyalty to her person. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com

Mama Wren was a previously feral stray cat on the streets of Minneapolis, working to keep her babies alive. She's seen a lot and carries some baggage, and requires a very patient person to take her in. She avoids people still, prefers to watch from her cat tree, and is just starting to tolerate some touch, although does not like new people, nor being picked up. She is very happy with her small bedroom and limited space, too much freedom scares her. If you have a spot for the under dog ( under cat?), she's your girl. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com. You can find the application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat

Mandarin is an adolescent, very slightly built affection seeking orange kitty. He's pretty petite at about 6 pounds. He LOVES other cats and is happiest when another feline friend will give him the time of day, and bonus if they play! He was shy at first but now is the first to ask for pets and attention. In fact, given a choice between food/treats and pets, he chooses pets every time. We know he will be shy for the first week or two in a new place, but he warms up quickly. He also is a champion toilet paper unroller in case you need some excitement. He is neutered, vaccinated, wormed and chipped. His ideal home would have another playful kitty for him. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com. You can find the application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat

Margo is a 3 year old Pittie/Basset mix, and she is the happiest and snortiest little dog ever. She is always in a good mood, and even after months at a shelter she remains friendly and wanting to connect with people and dogs. Margo has been with dogs of all sizes, cats, and kids. She is doing very well with house training and kennels when alone. Margo is highly social and fun to have out and about. She has been treated for heartworm with the injections, and is ready for her new home. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

We can’t figure out why this little guy is still in rescue. He’s non-shed, he’s very well housebroken, he walks like a dream on the leash, and he gets along great with every human, dog and cat he meets.
Some people say it’s because his teeth stick out. We think it makes him extra adorable.
Marlo is about 4 to 5 years old and is a Shih Tzu mix. He’s got some longer legs on him, but there’s not much to his body, he’s pretty slender. The way he eats he’s trying to make up for that. Marlo doesn’t bark often, but when he does, we see the one negative about him… The sound of his bark is terrible. He mostly does it when he’s excited when people get home.
This little dog is one of the easiest dogs in the world to live with with and his happy and loving personality, makes him the perfect cuddly companion
He does have some genetic wonky back knees that caused him no pain, but he looks a little funny. Sort of like a bowlegged cowboy.
Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. You can find the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt


Nika is a sleek, agile, athletic and affectionate puppy who shows some solid training already down ( house and kennel training). She loves to run and chase play with the other dog at her foster home, and it shows like a herding breed mix. She leans into her person for affection and is quite eager to please. Nika is jumpy with loud noises and fast movements, which leads us to believe that a quieter home is ideal, and one without all the typical city chaos. She would thrive with a fenced yard, continued training classes, and a dog friend to run and chase with her. Nika has lived with cats also. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Sweet sweet Odie is an 8 year old neutered male Border Terrier type mix, 11 pounds of pure gentle love. He has grown up with cats and does well with other dogs, preferring dogs who want a companion over a playmate-- he's too dignified for wrestle and chase play he thinks. His owners worked 12 hour days so he uses potty pads if alone and is also outside trained. He LOVES walks, that's when he is happiest. Odie is available 1/31
Please do the application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Olivia is an adorable 13 week, 5 pound female Pug/Rat Terrier mix seeking a home who loves her both for that adorable face and for her sweet little personality. She is learning the house training and crate training, likes cats and dogs as long as they are gentle ( 5 pounds is pretty tiny), and wishes she lived somewhere with no winter. Olivia is affectionate, playful, and highly social. She is available 2/28. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Meet " Pet me Padme", a loving and playful young adult female tabby shorthair. Padme is seeking a calmer and quieter home, although she does quite well with other cats, and adjusted to dogs during a temporary cat-sitting adventure. She is a quieter cat herself, seeks out pets and strokes, but also LOVES playing with wand toys, lasers, anything she can chase and catch. She is the perfect blend of play and calm. Padme would do well either as a solo cat or with a friend. If you're looking for a pair, she has a sister she likes a lot. Padme is spayed, vaccinated, wormed and ready for her new home. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. If you think your home may be a good fit, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat


Penny is a 3 year old petite boxer/lab mix weighing about 38 lbs.  She is a shy, timid girl looking for a quiet home with a confident, patient person that can build her trust.  She enjoys getting attention and being told what a ‘good girl’ she is.  Penny loves to run and requires a yard with a minimum 5 ft. fence.  Loud noises (thunder, fireworks, etc.) are stressful for her and she will run or hide anytime she is frightened.  Penny would do well as an only dog.  She can be easily overwhelmed in a group (no dog parks) and prefers to play with a submissive male dog about her size or larger.  She is too rough with cats, so no small animals for her, including small dogs.  Penny is reliably house trained, walks nicely on a leash, and crates well for the workday.  Her crate is her safe place. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com with questions. You can find the preadoption application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Meet Penny, the 8 year old Terrier mix seeking an adult home where she can be spoiled and loved.  Penny is leash trained and absolutely loves walks and being out and about. Penny does well with dogs off leash, for example, she loves the dog park0 but, she does not do well if she feels restrained on a leash around other dogs. This means she would thrive in an area with not a lot of sidewalk dog traffic. Penny is loyal and loving but would do best in a home with adults only, preferably a female owner. Penny is house trained. She never chews or destroys things when left alone and does not have any accidents. She is very well behaved and left to free roam the home when alone. She's affectionate, smart, silly and loving. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Perdie is a pretty little Pointer mix of about 35 pounds, possibly Beagle and Dalmatian in there. She is a peppy, happy little dog that can go anywhere and fit in. Perdie is dog and cat friendly, good with kids, and seeking a home with a yard and someone to do walks and classes with her to continue bringing out the best in her. Perdie is house trained, kennel trained, and likes the car. She does require a fair amount of daily activity and settles really well afterwards. She enjoys playing with other dogs also. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Perry is a young (about one year old) German Shepherd mix with lots of energy and an even bigger heart. He’s always ready to run, play, and learn new things – and he’d thrive in a home that loves an active lifestyle. His ideal home has a fenced yard so he can run at his heart’s content. His favorite way to exert energy though is to play fetch with the kong – be sure to stock up because the more the merrier! Perry enjoys going for walks and while he pulls on the leash at the beginning of the walk, once he gets into the groove, he walks well. He is kennel trained and is crated overnight and during the day. Perry is housebroken in his foster home, though he may have accidents in a new home environment.

Perry is an energetic pooch who’s still learning how to express excitement appropriately, so he can be a bit jumpy and mouthy at times. He’ll need plenty of physical activity, mental stimulation, and ongoing training to help him grow into a well-mannered best friend. He needs to have slow introductions to other dogs and will require extra time, patience, and space when he is introduced to resident dogs (we recommend slow introductions in small steps). If you are interested in adopting Perry, he will need to meet your other dog prior to being adopted to ensure it is a good match. Cats look like an afternoon snack so no cats for Perry. *Perry came to Homeward Bound due to extraordinary circumstances. He was living in unsanitary conditions and lacked appropriate socialization and health care. 

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Pewter, shy adolescent kitten who is very bonded to her mom Wren, is seeking a home with her mom if possible, and with a very patient adopter who will give them space, time, and a quiet place to decompress and learn how to be cats. She is very skittish with new people and change, but does need someone to take a chance on her and her mom, and love them from afar while caring for them and building trust. Once she does trust, it will be wholeheartedly so. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com. Please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat if you think your home may be a good fit. 

Pongo is not only adorable, he's social and smart and so eager to please. Watching him try to carry a tennis ball already, or wade into icy cold puddles to make his Lab heritage proud, he is a pup who wins everyone over. This 9 week old Lab mix is fostered with kids, cats and dogs and is learning puppy manners. He is going to make someone such an incredible sidekick. Pongo is available to adopt 2/28 but his adopter would do a foster to adopt trial until his neuter is done through our vet in either Buffalo or Forest Lake. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Meet the stunning Raven!   This girl is an exceptional German Shepherd.  She is 9 years old and acts
like she is 5.  She loves dogs of all sizes, ignores cats and loves humans of all sizes.  Rave enjoys walks, car rides, being near her human, snuggles on the couch,  and playing with her Wubba.  Her ideal home includes long walks, playing at the dog park, car rides everywhere with her human and sleeping on the bed next to you. She is fully vetted, house trained, crate trained.  Her current Momma is moving out of the country and looking for the perfect home for this exceptional girl. Please do the application at  www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Rigby is a neutered male  9 year old Hound/Bully mix who is a laid back mellow fellow, happy to lounge around and be your companion. He is dog friendly although after being attacked on a walk by an unleashed dog, he does prefer meeting dogs off leash. Rigby is house trained, not a chewer, doesn't bark often. He is seeking a calm adult home. A toddler grandson has moved into his current home and he really prefers to not interact with kids if possible. He's an easy dog to live with and an even easier dog to love. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com if you are interested

Rosey is 9ish month old, 40lb Lab/Shepherd cross that came to rescue after being seriously neglected & living the first part of her life outdoors. She has quickly become accustomed to the finer things in life like the couch, snuggling, going for walks, playing fetch & getting regular meals. This girl LOVES other dogs & is her foster parent's constant shadow. She is happiest sleeping with her foster dad or playing tug with her foster French Bulldog brother. She is 100% crate trained & potty trained on a schedule but her new home should expect a couple of accidents at first. While she doesn't currently live with kids, her foster's niece visits frequently & she has met a couple other kids & worships the ground they walk on. She can be a bit of a bulldozer (one of her nicknames is Rozer Dozer), so kids 8+ or kids that are experienced with dogs would be best suited for her. Rosey is one of those dogs that's just happy to be with her people & doing whatever they are. She would do great with a single person or a family who is looking for a constant companion & willing to work on a little more training with her. She is picking up on training & commands but it's still a work in progress. She absolutely loves sleeping in bed at night & cuddles right up next to her foster mom. She isn't much of a barker other than when you get home from work & she knows she is going to get fed. She has been introduced to several cats & has done well but we are not sure how she would d0o living with one & may play a little too hard for a kitty friend. Rosey has been in her foster for over a month & has only gained some weight but hasn't gotten any bigger, so although she may look like a mini Mastiff, we think she is fully grown & is the perfect size. Ideally we would love to see this girl end up somewhere with a fenced in yard &/or another playful dog to burn up some of that puppy energy she has still. A portion of her adoption fee has been sponsored & she will go home with a brand new wire kennel if needed. If you think you are the right fit for this goofy girl please fill out a preadopt & then email Katie M shaspring@live.com with any other questions!

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Meet Savvy!

Savvy is a big personality in a little body. She’s opinionated, expressive, and isn’t afraid to tell you exactly what she thinks — whether it’s during a car ride or when she needs a potty break (she’ll even howl to let you know!).

When Savvy first arrived, she was shy and unsure, but she has really blossomed with time and patience. She’s naturally curious about the world, though she prefers to approach new things thoughtfully and with a little caution. Once she feels safe, her playful and affectionate side shines. Savvy likes to act tough, but if another dog corrects her, she quickly reconsiders and may retreat with some dramatic commentary. She would likely thrive in a home with a calm, confident dog who can help guide her and build her confidence. She is very people-oriented and does not enjoy being alone. She settles much better with music playing and sleeps best when kenneled near another dog. While she protested kennel training at first (she has quite the set of lungs!), she has made great progress and now adjusts much more easily. Savvy is doing wonderfully with potty training and has had very few accidents. She loves affection and bonds deeply with her people.

Savvy would do best in a home that:
   
Has another confident, friendly dog

Understands she can be vocal

Offers reassurance while continuing to build her independence

Enjoys a sweet, affectionate companion with lots of personality

If you’re looking for a loving, expressive, slightly dramatic best friend who will always keep you informed and curl up for affection, Savvy might be your girl. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/adopt



Skye is an 8 week female Great Dane/Mastiff mix, a " Daniff", and she loves everyone she meets—she’s wonderful with kids and gets along beautifully with other dogs and even cats. Skye is playful, affectionate, and eager to be part of a loving family. If you’re looking for a gentle, social pup to grow up alongside your family, Skye is ready to fill your home with love and puppy kisses.  Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Sourpuss is a grumpy tiny little cat who is angry at how her life turned out so far. We first saw her crammed into a carrier with multiple kittens being given away to anyone who would take them, and later discovered dumped outside an area apartment building after they couldn't give them all away. She and her tiny kittens were rescued, but she is NOT used to the chaos and noise of rescue. She's a tiny little cat, about 6 pounds, tiger with beautiful big white patches. She is spayed and vaccinated and healthy and ready for a quiet home. Sourpuss is tolerant of the other cats, hates the dogs, hides when kids come over, and we had to wait for pets until it was on her terms. She politely keeps her claws sheathed when she swipes, and has stopped swiping us and grudgingly enjoys the pets, but in this busy environment she is unhappy and craving a calm, quiet home who will give her a little space and let her love them as she settles. We feel positively that she will start to seek affection in a dog free, kid free home. Sourpuss would love a foster or adopter. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com

Spooky was rescued from a stray cat life, outside, near Halloween, which is how she got her name.... and she is a little slow to trust new people, but she does warm up. She would love a calm, quiet home where she has a little time to warm up and then she is a total love. She does very well with other cats and is used to dogs also. Spooky will pay back the human who chooses her with a lifetime of loyalty. Spooky uses the box well as well as the cat scratcher. Her adoption fee includes spay, vaccine series, worming and chip. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat

Stewie is a 6-9 month old Jack Russell Terrier/Doxie mix, a little livewire with a very happy attitude who is desperately hoping for a new home with a fenced yard and another playful dog, or someone who runs daily and can take him, and someone to work his sharp little brain also. He would thrive with agility or obedience. Stewie is very much a puppy still, working on house training and is crate trained for the workday and overnight. He lives with cats and enjoys a half hearted chase if they run, but it's all in love. Stewie has a lot of experience with small kids also. He is about 15 pounds right now, and seeking a home who loves adventure and fun like he does. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Tallulah, a locally rescued Mastiff mix, has some adoption hurdles, but she also has some adoption highlights she'd like us to share. This gentle giant is the biggest soft hearted marshmallow you will ever meet, and really loves being home, familiar space, and routines. That being said, she loves her walks and does very well on them, although requires a walker stable enough to hold her leash steady if something scares her. She is very well house trained, loves to chew and play with her toys, and acts like a puppy when she's happy. She is positive the couch is just her size and loves to nap on chairs and couches. Tallulah has hip dysplasia already, and it shows up in her gait ( she waddles a little) and enjoys running. She also does steps easily. For right now, we are doing joint supplements, keeping her weight down, and continuing walks to keep her muscle mass steady. She may need pain meds as she ages, but at 4 years old, she's doing just fine now. We figure someone out there has a soft spot for a damaged yet joyful big dog with a marshmallow heart. Please do the application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Meet Tank, the ultimate 2.5-year-old "low-gear but always up for adventure” lab who is officially ready to find his forever home and reclaim his title as a beloved family dog. If you are looking for a loyal companion who has mastered the art of the afternoon nap and prefers a calm stroll over a marathon, Tank is your guy. 

He does pull a bit on the leash and can be excitable about new people, but he is easily corrected. While he has spent his life as part of a pack and would absolutely love to have a canine sibling to hang out with (especially one where he doesn’t have to be in charge), our time fostering him has shown that he is also capable of being your one-and-only star, provided his new family is ready to lead with a kind but firm hand.

Tank is a soulful boy who thrives when he knows exactly what the house rules are. He is looking for a leader who will keep up with his training and maintain clear boundaries, which helps him feel secure and relaxed in a busy household. Because he’s already crate trained and naturally low-energy, he is a dream in the house and doesn't require a constant whirlwind of activity to be happy. He’s much more interested in being your steady sidekick, hanging out nearby while the kids play or joining the family for a movie night.

Though Tank has had a bit of a bumpy journey with a few false starts, his heart remains completely open and his tail is always ready to wag for his people. He just needs a savvy adopter who understands that a well-behaved Lab is a product of consistent structure, a little guidance, and lots of love. If you’re looking for a gentle, easygoing boy who just needs a clear roadmap to be the best family dog ever, Tank is waiting to meet you.

Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

This holiday season, while other pups are dreaming of treats and toys, little Torie is discovering her true winter magic.
Because the moment the first snowflake hits the ground, this 6-month-old German Shepherd/Corgi pixie transforms into… The Snow Sprite of Minnesota.

She twirls. She prances. She zooms in sparkling circles—so enchanted by the snow swirling around her that she sometimes forgets she went outside to potty. (Snow magic waits for no one.)

Her charm doesn’t end there:

✨ A shy girl with a glowing heart.
Torie takes her time with new people and new dogs, but once you’re in her circle, she loves you with quiet, devoted warmth—like a candle glowing in a frosty window.

✨ A tiny enchantress with big personality.
Yes, this is the same Torie who watches Hell’s Kitchen with rapt fascination, especially the moments when Chef Ramsay gets beeped. Her sense of humor? Immaculate.

✨ Petite & perfect-for-anywhere.
Just 18 lbs at 6 months, she’ll stay on the smaller side—a perfect companion for snowy walks, cozy coffee runs, and holiday adventures.

✨ Learning her spells.
She potties outside (as long as she remembers she’s there for business), sleeps quietly in her crate at night, rides well in the car, and has been polite around cats.

This winter, Torie isn’t wishing for mountains of presents—just a warm home, patient hearts, and a snowy yard where she can dance like the little winter sprite she is.

All she wants is a family to share her very first Howlidays with. ❄️🎁💛

 Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Truffle is an adolescent male tabby and white kitty who was born on the streets of Minneapolis, and taken into foster care as a kitten. He is an active, playful, treat motivated young cat who will be a little shy and cautious at first with new people and a new place, but comes around with promises of food and toys. Truffle loves other cats and spending time being a playmate and companion to them. His ideal home would have at least one playful cat, if not more. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com. You can find the application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/cat

Tsireya (suh-ray-uh) is a 4-month-old red merle Australian Shepherd (mix) puppy with a resilient spirit and a heart of gold. At just three weeks old, she and her siblings were tragically thrown from a car window, but thanks to quick action and wonderful fosters, Tsireya was rescued and given a second chance. She is also a parvo survivor and is now current on vaccines, healthy, and thriving. Tsireya is fostered with kids and other pets and is a social, smart, people-pleasing puppy. She is learning house training, crates when alone, and loves engaging with her people. As a working-breed puppy, Tsireya needs an adopter who understands the importance of daily mental and physical stimulation, including training and structured exercise. A single family home with a yard space and an adopter committed to the needs of an active herding breed who is ready to invest time in her continued training and development. Tsireya thrives on the companionship of other dogs, so she needs a home with another young, playful dog to play with and keep up with her, and an added bonus would be (older) kids, as she loves the fast paced life of an active household. She does have double back dew claws, which is a trait most commonly found in livestock guardian dogs like Great Pyrenees, so she likely has some mixed in there as well. If you think your home may be a good fit for Tsireya, please apply at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Victoria is a 10-week-old Great Dane/Mastiff mix with a giant heart and an even bigger love for snuggles. This sweet girl is delightfully snorty, wonderfully affectionate, and fully convinced she’s a tiny lap dog (despite those growing paws!). She has a gentle, soulful nature and loves nothing more than curling up close, soaking in all the cuddles she can get. Victoria’s calm, loving personality makes her the perfect companion for anyone looking for a devoted best friend who will happily trade playtime for snuggle time. If you’re ready for a little (big) shadow who will adore you endlessly, Victoria is your girl. Spay and first two sets of shots/worming and chip are included in her fee. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog 

Wooper is searching for a new home after her owner was hospitalized. She was previously adopted from us and very, very loved, and sadly both her older adult humans have had medical incidents that mean hospitalizations and being unable to care for Wooper. She's a 45 pound mixed breed, a very good girl seeking a calm home. She is reliably house trained, doesn't chew, loves walks but is also ok just being a homebody if she has a yard. She rarely barks and is a polite, well behaved girl. Wooper LOVES car rides. She is tolerant of other dogs but doesn't love them, and has lived with cats. She looks at kids the same way-- she doesn't go out of her way to share space with them, but she's been tolerant when visiting. Her ideal home is being a single dog in an adult home who wants an easy, homebody mid size dog to live with. Please email kladams4545@gmail.com if you wish to foster or adopt. 

 If you are new to fostering, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/foster

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application at www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt

Meet Zuma, a 9-week-old black Lab mix puppy who’s ready to find her forever family!  Zuma is incredibly outgoing and has a personality that instantly wins over everyone she meets. She’s very responsive to training and already showing how smart and eager to please she is. Whether she’s learning new skills, playing with friends, or soaking up attention, Zuma approaches everything with confidence and joy. If you’re looking for a loving, social, and quick-learning companion to grow with your family, Zuma is ready to fill your home with happiness. Please do the application at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

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Adoptable Dogs

Ahsoka

Annie and Ashoka

Apple

Arwen

Atlas

Atticus

Bandit

Barron

Bear

Bocce

Bowie

Brooks

Caroline

ChaCha

Daisy

Dakotah

Diesel

Drey

Elliott

Elsa

Emmy

Eowyn

Gemma

Harriet

Hopscotch

Jack

Jade

Jetson

Junebug

Kiara

Kirby and Katie

Koala and Boo

Kookie

Kookie

Lady

Layla

Liberty

Louisa

Mama

Mama Wren

Mandarin

Margo

Marlo

Nika

Odie

Olivia

Padme

Penny

Penny

Perdita

Perry

Pewter

Pongo

Raven

Rigby

Rosey

Savvy

Skye

Sourpuss

Spooky

Stewie

Tallulah

Tank

Torie

Truffle

Tsireya

Victoria

Wooper

Zuma