Author: One Planet Rescue

Meet 3+ year old Kiwi!

Kiwi is a sweet, affectionate bully mix with a playful streak and a heart full of love for her people. Tennis balls are the pinnacle of canine joy as far as she’s concerned, and she’ll happily fetch one for you (though “drop it” is still under negotiation). When she’s not playing, she’s nuzzling up close for quality cuddle time.

She’s adjusting beautifully to indoor life. She’s figured out the doggie door for potty breaks, isn’t destructive around the house, and enjoys her growing collection of plush toys, chews, and food puzzles. She shares her treasures without fuss and settles nicely in a crate when someone’s home. A few things she’s still working on: signaling to go out when stuck in a closed room, resisting the urge to attempt a crate escape when left alone, and accepting that snacks left on counters are not, in fact, generous offerings from the universe. Counter surfing is her sport of choice, so kitchen vigilance is a must.

Kiwi is a reliable alert barker, letting you know about doors and footsteps like a small furry doorbell. Out in the world, she’s friendly with people and other dogs, loves her car rides, and is wonderful on beach and trail adventures.

Emotional regulation is her current growth area. She does well with the resident female dog when humans are around to supervise, but unsupervised time together has led to scuffles. A home where she’s the only dog, or one with active management around other dogs, would be the best fit.

Kiwi has a raised spine, possibly from an old spinal disc infection that wasn’t caught in time. She’s cautious about jumping down from beds, couches, or vehicles, and prefers to slide down carefully like a very sensible girl who has read the safety manual. Her everyday mobility is unaffected.

If you’re looking for a loving, playful companion who’s eager to learn new and useful life skills through force-free and positive reinforcement training methods, then she’s ready to give you her whole heart.

if you’re interested to meet Kiwi, please help us learn more about you and your household by filling out our online application http://www.tinyurl.com/AdoptMeNow .. Foster to Adopt is an option

Sweeter than the candy bar — and a whole lot less messy!

Meet Twix: one part pig, one part dog, one hundred percent irresistible. This 8 or so year young dog has sounds. We’re talking snoring so loud it’s hard to believe it’s coming from him, tiny voiced barks, happy little oinks when you pet him, and noises that will genuinely make you stop and go “…did that just come from that dog?” Rub his belly and find out.

Twix doesn’t ask for much. A cozy bed, a soft blanket, a warm patch of sunlight in the yard — that’s his idea of paradise. He’s a leisure walk kind of guy, not a trail blazer, and he’ll repay your easy company with endless cuddles and kisses.

Other dogs? Completely unbothered. He does get a little smug when he’s being loved on and his foster brother is watching — like, yeah, I see you seeing me — but mostly he’s just chill. A little burst of play here, a nap in the sun there. Easy.

He’s also an incredibly easy dog to live with. Twix stays off the furniture, manages well on a hydrolyzed protein diet (Royal Canin) for his skin allergies, and takes his mild hip and back issues in stride. One quirk: he likes to chew on rocks. We’re working on it. Turns out if you swap the rock for a dog toy he’s totally fine with that. We think he just never had toys as a puppy and doesn’t quite know what they’re for yet. He’s figuring it out.

House-proof, non-destructive, fully potty trained, and overflowing with love! If you’re looking for a low-key companion with a big personality, Twix is your guy.

To arrange a meeting with Twix, please fill out our online application: http://www.tinyurl.com/AdoptMeNow

Say hello to 2+ year old Chonk, a sweet, cuddly, and curious pup looking for his forever people. Don’t let the name fool you. This guy is a total lovebug who will follow you from room to room just to see what you’re up to, then bury his face in your chest for a proper snuggle. He’s a champion face-burrower and thinks his humans are the best thing in the world.

Chonk is a medium to high energy dog who loves his walks and is a pleasure on leash, especially when treats are involved (he is highly food motivated and very willing to work for them).

After a good outing, he’s perfectly content to settle in with a chew toy and relax alongside his people. He has lovely manners around food, and post-dinner zoomies are a nightly event and guaranteed entertainment.

Chonk is looking for a one-dog household. He is easygoing and content on his own, but he still gets a bit overexcited around other dogs and is happiest as the only pup in the home.

He’s also hoping to find a forever family who is interested in teaching him new and useful life skills and cues using force-free, positive reinforcement training methods. He’s still learning how to best let you know when he wants attention, without mouthing, jumping, and gentle nipping. He’s improving steadily with patient, kind guidance.

He’s a smart, willing student who just needs a thoughtful human to help him finish growing up.

If you are ready for a loyal, loving companion who will think you hung the moon, Chonk would love to meet you.

Jumbo Joe, aka JoJo, is not your average Joe! He’s a 7-year-old big baby who adores his humans and savors special cuddle times with them. Jojo loves his walks and gets along great with dogs his size or smaller.

He firmly believes that cats and squirrels were put on this earth to be chased, so he’ll do best in a cat-free home. His foster mom has been teaching him basic cues like Touch, Come, and  Place, which  help him feel more confident and respond happily without getting confused, frustrated, or stressed.

JoJo is also a master food puzzle solver and an enthusiastic ball player. He loves his toys and truly appreciates when people play with him and  take  interest in his favorite  things…, and  of course, there’s no such thing as too many toys!

He’s looking for a foster-to-adopt or forever home that can offer him the daily exercise, enrichment, and rest he needs to shine like the star he is. He’ll thrive with positive reinforcement and force-free training, where he can keep learning new skills, keeping his mind sharp and his heart warm and happy.

If you’re interested in meeting Jumbo Joe, please fill out our online application http://www.tinyurl.com/AdoptMeNow

Meet Chanel, a 2 year old shepherd mix

Just as her name implies, Chanel is a high-quality dog- beautiful, affectionate, and truly special inside and out. She’s not just a pretty face though, Chanel is incredibly intelligent and sweet too She thrives on companionship, loves cuddles and praise, and enjoys quality time with her humans. She has a lovely balance of playful energy and calm, settle-down moments that make her a joy to have around.

Despite a rough start in life, Chanel has shown remarkable resilience. After being abandoned and living in difficult conditions, she still greets the world with love and an eager heart. In foster care, she’s made impressive progress in a short time — learning basic commands like sit and stay, and showing herself to be crate trained, potty trained, easily redirectable, and very treat-motivated. Training with Chanel is fun, rewarding, and full of tail wags.

Chanel gets along well with other dogs and would do best in a home committed to continuing her training and helping her build confidence. Since she’s still working on impulse control around food, supervision with young children is recommended. Overall, she’s an adaptable, loving girl ready to form a deep bond with her future family.

Chanel has a sister, Nova, who is also seeking her forever family. Chanel is available for adoption either with Nova or on her own — and she would love nothing more than a safe, loving home to call her own.

If you or someone you know is looking for a loyal, affectionate companion with a truly special spark, Chanel may be the perfect match.

Please reach out to One Planet Rescue to learn more about adopting Chanel.

Already fallen in love? Submit an adoption application at tinyurl.com/AdoptMeNow

Moose is a gentle giant you can’t take your eyes off. He’s curious, playful at times, and also very much a man of leisure. He loves his toys, is a dedicated sniffer on walks, an observer in the yard, and truly enjoys his uninterrupted downtime.

Moose had a rough start in life. He was found by San Jose animal advocates with an injury to one of his back legs that appeared painful and uncomfortable. Thankfully, One Planet Rescue pulled him from the shelter just in time, as he had been placed on the euthanasia list.

Now in a loving foster home and with plenty of much-needed TLC, Moose is thriving and learning to enjoy life. He’s a true champion of second chances.

His amazing foster family is teaching him new and useful cues and skills so he can reach his full doggie potential and become the superstar he was always meant to be.

He will do best in an adult-only home that is interested in continuing his training using force-free, positive reinforcement methods.

Moose is around 2 years old, neutered, fully vaccinated, and 70 pounds of joy.

If you like to meet Moose, we ask that you fill out our online application http://www.tinyurl.com/AdoptMeNow

As we welcome a new year, we remember all of the One Planet Rescue alumni babies who gained their wings in 2025. When we look at their sweet faces, our sadness at saying goodbye is lightened by our gratitude that they went over the rainbow bridge loved and cherished.

Every one of these angels was once an unwanted stray or owner surrender. Most faced an imminent fate without help. And all were given a chance to know the meaning of family because someone opened their heart and home. They were rescued because the One Planet Rescue community stepped up to foster, donate toward their medical care, and help them find a loving forever family.

And for every goodbye, we were happy to be able to extend a helping hand to another animal in need, like Kalinda, the kennel-stressed stray from Contra Costa, Brody, the 10-week-old puppy who was hit by a car, and Sky, the gentle giant with two ruptured CCLs. As a volunteer-run all-breed rescue, we never shy away from difficult cases, and we’re honored to save and rehabilitate so many. We simply couldn’t do what we do without your support.

Sadly, the shelter crisis in California and across the country is showing no signs of slowing down, and there are animals in need at every turn. We know we can’t save them all, but with your support, we can at least make a small dent.

Please consider lending a paw by fostering, donating, and helping spread the word, in honor of the angels who are no longer with us. Together, we can make a difference!

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Are you looking for a ready-made family? Meet Ziggy and Willow, a charming pair of poodle mixes who are looking for a forever home where they can stay together.

Their Story 

Both Ziggy and Willow are brave survivors who were found roaming the streets before being rescued by One Planet Rescue. While they had rough starts, they have blossomed in their foster homes into social, affectionate “shadows” who love their humans deeply. These two white, fluffy best friends are the perfect size and temperament to bring joy to any home.

Meet the Pair 

Willow: 1-year-old, 12-lb poodle mix. She is a brave girl who transformed from a fearful stray into a lap-loving sweetheart who falls asleep in your arms. She can be a bit reserved with new people and takes a little longer to warm up.

Ziggy: 2-year-old, 10-lb poodle mix. He warms up quickly and becomes a social butterfly once he knows you’re his person.

Why You’ll Love Them 

• Fully house-trained with great house manners
• Wonderful with children, cats, and other dogs
• Low-shedding
• Comfortable with baths, nail trims, and teeth brushing
• Enjoy daily walks and playing with their neighborhood friends

The Perfect Home 

Ziggy and Willow are a bonded pair who thrive on companionship. They would love a home where they can play together and have a human to “hang with” and follow around the house. If you have room in your heart (and on your couch) for this duo, they are ready to start their next chapter with you.

Our 2026 OPR Calendars are available for purchase on our Buy Merchandise page! https://oneplanetrescue.com/buy-merchandise/

All proceeds go towards furthering our cause of helping animals in need. Each month’s page features some of our rescue animals enjoying their best lives in their forever homes!

Chato needs a foster-or even better, a foster-to-adopt home

Chato is a 1-year-old male pug mix and one of the many sweet dogs in East San Jose who’ve spent most of their young lives outdoors. His family is ended up letting him go , as the husband recently suffered a serious head injury and is preparing for surgery, while the wife is balancing everything alone-including caring for their 2-year-old (whom Chato absolutely adored).

We met Chato, and thanks to a kind offer for temporary housing, the family felt safe surrendering him to our rescue. Now, this little guy is ready for the next chapter: a loving foster home-or even better, a foster-to-adopt family.

Chato is friendly, affectionate, and still has that puppy sweetness. He loves playing with other dogs and his toys, but more than anything, he loves being near people-likely because he didn’t get to spend much time indoors or close to humans, having lived and slept in an outdoor kennel.

He’s now neutered and fully up to date on vaccines.

If you can open your heart and home to Chato, even temporarily while we search for his forever family, please reach out. Fostering truly saves lives. Please help us learn more about you and your household by filling out our online application : http://www.tinyurl.com/AdoptMeNow