Our Dogs, Shep's Place Senior Dog Sanctuary

Our Dogs

We’d like you to meet the dogs that live at Shep’s Place. They are the reason for the entire enterprise, and we are proud to share their home with them.

Duce

Age: 12
Breed: Plott Hound Mix
Previous Home: KC Pet Project
Arrived: 5/19/19

In Foster, Available for Adoption

Duce was an owner surrender. He is shy, and has anxiety with strangers, but is very loyal and affectionate with his people. He has worked with trainers to reduce his anxiety, and has greatly improved. He loves to play with toys and go on walks. We believe he had little interaction with other dogs growing up, so he would do best in a home where he was the only pet. If someone is willing to be patient with him, he would be a great companion.

Chubbles

Ages: 14
Breed: Labrador
Weight: 45 lb
Previous Home: Helping Hands Human Society, Topeka KS
Arrived: 6/4/21
Available for adoption

Chubbles is a calm, gentle soul, one of the sweetest, mellowest dogs you’ll ever meet. She has arthritis in her back hips, so she moves around slowly, and shouldn’t go on long walks. But she still loves walking around the play yard, following her person and joining in with the group. She is quiet and a bit shy, but affectionate. She gets along well with other dogs, but may get pushed aside by more active ones. She would be a great companion for a less active person who wants a low-energy, loving friend.

Charlie

Age: 10
Breed: Husky/Shepherd mix
Weight: 94 lb
Previous Home: Independence MO Animal Shelter
Arrived: 9/24/21
Available for adoption

Charlie is a big bear of a friendly guy. He is super mellow, and mostly likes to lay down and watch the world go by. He is affectionate, and loves belly rubs. He also enjoys lumbering around the yard, and going on short walks. He is overweight, and we have had him on a diet, which would need to continue. But he would be an excellent, low-maintenance companion

Joe

Age: 11
Breed: Rotweiler / Chow
Weight: 85 lb
Previous Home: Helping Hands Human Society, Topeka KS
Arrived: 2/7/22
Available for Adoption

Joe is in his second stay at Shep’s, as his adopted owner recently passed. He is a big, gentle sweetheart, whose hobbies include food, and that’s about it! He takes meds for an autoimmune condition. He spends most of his time laying down, or lumbering slowly about. He would make a loyal and affectionate companion.

Churro

Age: 10
Breed: Chihuahua
Weight: 12 lb
Previous Home: Helping Hands Human Society, Topeka KS
Arrived: 12/22/21
Adoption Pending

Churro is a happy, friendly guy. He’s a bit of a chub, and loves snacks, but he’s also very affectionate and full of energy. He likes being on a lap! He gets along well with the other dogs. For a chihuahua, he’s pretty quiet.

Sugar

Age: 12
Breed: Poodle mix
Weight: 8 lb
Previous Home: Gladstone MO Animal Shelter
Arrived: 1/24/22
Adoption Pending

Sugar was found abandoned in a box at WalMart, thin as a rail. The local shelter determined she was diabetic, and asked us to help. After a week at the vets, her blood sugar is improving, and she is putting on weight. She is SOOO sweet! We’re glad we could help her in time.

Lily & Roscoe

Age: 10
Breed: Labrador Retrievers
Weight: 80 lb (each)
Previous Home: Humane Society of Jackson County KS
Arrived: 2/9/22
Available for Adoption

Lily (black) and Roscoe (tan) are siblings, whose parents had to move for health reasons. They spent 5 months at the shelter in Holton KS. They have typical lab personalities: warm, friendly, loyal, outgoing. They are healthy, and love running in the yard and chewing on toys. Prepare to have your face licked!

Angel

Age: 14
Breed: Husky mix
Weight: 56 lb
Previous Home: Green Hills Animal Shelter, Trenton MO
Arrived: 4/6/22
Available for adoption

Angel is the perfect name for this sweet girl. She is *very* mild-mannered, and immediately fit in with all the other dogs. We are treating her for heartworm, and she has some pain in her hips, but she still loves following you around and being outdoors. A warm, gentle soul.

Bacon

Age: 12
Breed: Pointer Mix
Weight: 87 lb
Previous Home: Helping Hands Humane Society, Topeka KS
Arrived: 4/26/22
Not yet available for adoption

Bacon is a handsome, lovable lug. He is a very mellow fellow, and gets along with everyone. He loves being with people, and thinks he’s an 87 lb lap dog! We had a growth removed from his paw and shoulder, and he is recuperating.

Buddy

Age: 12
Breed: Fox Terrier mix
Weight: 15 lb
Previous Home: Richmond MO Animal Shelter
Arrived: 5/3/22
Available for Adoption

Buddy is a quiet, friendly guy who LOVES people! He is very affectionate, and a perfect size for a lap. He is still active and healthy, and enjoys a good chase around the yard. He is perfect with the other dogs, mild-mannered and patient. No health issues.

Jelly Bean

Age: 10
Breed: Chihuahua
Weight: 6 lb
Previous Home: Helping Hands Humane Society, Topeka KS
Arrived: 5/10/22
Not yet available for adoption

Jelly Bean is a tiny waif of Chihuahua goodness. She is energetic and full of life. She can be a bit unsure of new people, but warms up quickly. She likes to “talk”, and spins in circles when excited. She can be jealous of other dogs interrupting her human-time, but otherwise gets along with them well. No medical issues.

Freddie

Age: 13
Breed: Bichon Frise Mix
Weight: 20 lb
Previous Home: Min Pins & More Rescue, Topeka KS
Arrived: 5/10/22
Not yet available for adoption

Freddie is an adorable, quiet but friendly guy. He hangs out with Jelly Bean and Buddy, and gets along well with the other dogs. He could lose a little weight, but is otherwise healthy. A sweet guy.