Harlow is described as "the best dog ever" by her senior foster home. At around 5-6 years old, this petite 59 pound Doberman once weighed an astonishing 133 pounds when her previous owner surrendered her to rescue, struggling with severe obesity. Shortly after entering rescue, her excessive weight caused her to break her shoulder, leading to surgery in an attempt to save the use of her leg. Unfortunately, despite the operation, her leg doesn’t function as it should. Diagnosed with hypothyroidism, Harlow is now on low-cost medication that she takes twice daily and continues to thrive. But Harlow would never want anyone to feel sorry for her—she is a very happy and healthy girl now. Fully vetted and microchipped, she is completely housetrained, has excellent recall, and loves her people. Harlow gets along wonderfully with other dogs and has done great at the dog park. She has even swum in a pool with a life jacket on, which she seems to enjoy. Crate trained and knowing basic commands, Harlow enjoys playing fetch, going for short walks, and being an all-around loving companion.

All potential adopters must fill out  the adoption application. Please read our adoption policies page in its entirety before filling out application-failure to do so may delay the adoption process. Please answer all questions on the application, failure to do so may result in your application being denied. We do not adopt on a first come first serve basis but what is the best fit for our dogs.  We do give preference to homes with fenced yards. Puppies must live in homes with fenced yards. Those with no fencing must have a plan in place for daily activity and bathroom breaks for adult dogs. With the exception of Meet and Greets, y ou will not be able to meet our adoptable animals until the adoption application is submitted online and the home visit is completed. We will not place adult rescue dogs in homes with young children under 6 years old, with the exception of puppies 6 months and under, we will adopt to families with children under 6 years old, but a fenced yard is mandatory. Our dogs must live indoors with their humans and never left outdoors alone or in a kennel or yard unattended. You must be willing to use a crate and sign up for formal obedience classes. You must be 21 and own your home. We will not adopt outside of the USA. We will not ship our dogs. We will not adopt to anyone charged or convicted of animal abuse, child abuse, any type of felony.   

  We follow the Doberman Pinscher Club of America's Code of Ethics. For more information visit the DPCA at www.dpca.org