What is You Had Me At Woof?

You Had Me At Woof matches dogs with the right humans using behavior-based scoring, 5+ pages, and wellness check-ins for better lifelong placements.

Mission Dogs™

Meet the Mission Dogs

Every dog here has a story, and every story is still being written. Some are still seeking the right home. Others have already found theirs. Each one is a living story — not a listing — and each deserves to be understood before they're placed.

Ava's Journey Home

Ava's story began with abandonment. Pregnant and alone, she gave birth to nine puppies beneath a metal bin. Five survived.

What followed was an extraordinary journey of resilience, survival, and second chances. Today, Ava's story is still unfolding.

Finding the right home for Ava isn't about finding someone willing to take her. It's about understanding who she is, what she needs, and finding the person and environment where she can truly thrive.

Seeking Their Match

Ava

Cattle Dog x Aussie Shepherd

In FosterNeeds: Adopter

Ava is one of the most remarkable dogs I've ever known. Intelligent, athletic, resilient, and deeply devoted to her people, she thrives when she has clear guidance, meaningful engagement, and someone willing to appreciate everything she has to offer. She isn't looking for someone to "manage" her—she's looking for someone to become her teammate. Her partner in life.

Meet Ava

Cowboy is Home!

After everything he's been through, Cowboy has finally found his people. A family to call his own, a place where he belongs, and the opportunity to begin a beautiful new chapter.

Cowboy

Cattle Dog x Aussie

With Current Guardian

Cowboy is one of the softest, most sensitive dogs you'll ever meet. He's observant before he's outgoing and prefers meaningful relationships over chaos. He thrives in calm, predictable environments where he can build trust and feel safe. With the right person, Cowboy blossoms into a loyal, connected partner for life.

Meet Cowboy