Our Rescues
WHENEVER YOU ADOPT A RESCUE, YOU SAVE A LIFE
MEET OUR ADOPTABLE GRIFFS
The sweet Griffs shown here do not necessarily represent all who will be available. The nature of our rescue operation means that we must always be on the alert to bring animals in need into our program. All must be vetted and cared for in a foster home, where we give them any treatments necessary and explore their personalities. Your future fur-baby may be in the queue. Your application will allow us to make the right match.
Cassidy & Jessie
ID: 3715 & 3716
LOCATION: Pennsylvania
MEET CASSIDY & JESSIE!
#3715 & #3716
Meet Cassidy (M) and Jessie (F) a brother and sister bonded pair of “grande” griffs who came to NBGR via a breeder surrender. Cassidy weighs in around 19 lbs. and Jessie is around 18 lbs. They are big but there’s just more of them to love! C&J have just turned 8 years old.
These two are real sweethearts. They are pretty good on the housebreaking in general although they don’t like going out in the rain and have been known to have accidents on rainy days. They are good eaters and probably could learn some tricks as they do love their treats! They get along great with other dogs and even like kids.
Cassidy and Jessie sleep in the big bed with their foster parents. They are good in the car and on walks – although Cassidy is missing part of one of his paws (we were told since birth) so he can be a little slow at times – but his foster mom says he is a trooper.
These two thrive on love and attention and they really enjoy time out in the big yard. These guys will be a great addition to any family – maybe yours?
Jessie had her teeth cleaned recently – Cassidy’s teeth are good. Both are up-to-date on vaccines, on heart worm preventative, spayed/neutered, and microchipped. If you are interested in adopting Cassidy and Jesse please complete our adoption application on line at nbgr.org. If you have already completed an application please contact Vicki at [email protected] to let her know you are interested in C&J. Cassidy and Jessie are being fostered in Levittown, PA.
CHLOE
ID: 3811
Location: Pennsylvania
MEET CHLOE!
#3811
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Chloe 3811 came in to rescue because her owner was no longer able to care for her due to his own health issues. This little girl did not have a lot of socialization or training on her people manners in her earlier life unfortunately. She is 11 years old and 8 lbs. but she can be a bit fierce!
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BELLA
ID: 3854
Location: Tennessee
MEET BELLA!
#3854
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Bella is a delightful, spayed, female Brussels Griffon/Yorkshire Terrier mix who came into rescue as an owner surrender. She is 12 pounds and will turn three years of age in February of 2025. Her owner had to leave Bella home alone too often and couldn’t give her the attention and consistent training that she deserved so she ultimately chose to give Bella the chance for a better life.
Bella is a beautiful color with deep chestnut tones of red, black and brown. The paternal ‘mix’ side of her genetics has provided her with a soft, single coat that doesn’t appear to shed while her Brussels Griffon mother gave her a calm personality, soulful eyes and a small underbite that makes her look like she’s always smiling. Her hair grows quickly and when it grows longer, she will have that full bearded Griffon look.
‘Dizzy Izzy’ Bella (as her foster family likes to call her) is thriving in foster care in Rutledge, TN. Her foster family has been working on establishing a strict routine but housebreaking is a work in progress. Bella is quite athletic and can easily jump over a baby gate in one bound. She prefers to be in the same vicinity as you.
Dizzy Izzybella has a sweet personality. She greets every stranger, big or small, with a wagging tail and does not have an Alpha attitude with other dogs. She was accepted by the pack of SMALL dogs at her foster home unanimously. Her foster mom has not had a chance to introduce her to cats or larger dogs yet but tells us that Bella is very curious about some large cows in a nearby pasture and gives them a warning growl when they are noisy and moving around.
Bella would like to have a family that can provide her with a consistent routine and positive reinforcement training. She has a ’couch potato’ side to her personality that loves to snuggle in the warm lap of anyone (male or female) who sits down first and will watch TV with you for hours. She walks well on leash and loves to go for walks. She is crate trained and sleeps there peacefully overnight. However, she prefers to be under the covers and snuggled up next to you in bed at night. She does not appear to be a ‘reactive’ alarmist so if you are wanting a first alert, guard dog, Bella has little interest in being one. Her Foster mom tells us that Bella has emotional intelligence and is very in tune with the feelings of her caretakers. She needs to learn some basic commands such as Come, Sit, Down and Stay. With some consistent obedience training, we suspect she may be an ideal candidate as an emotional support animal.
Bella is spayed, microchipped, up to date on vaccinations, heart worm negative and she received a clean bill of health at her recent veterinary examination.
If you are interested in providing Bella with a loving, permanent home, please complete the adoption application at nbgr.org. If you already have an application on file contact Vicki at [email protected] to let her know you are interested in adopting Bella.
Viekka
ID: 3847
Location: Texas
MEET VIEKKA!
#3847
Viekka came to NBGR as a retired show dog. This handsome boy is a 6 year old neutered male who weighs in at 14 pounds. Viekka lost an eye a few years ago while roughhousing with a bigger dog but it doesn’t seem to slow him down. He does, however, have limited peripheral vision. Viekka is the sweetest, snuggliest boy and oh so happy. He loves to meet new people with a wagging tail and a kiss. He especially loves men so having a man in the house would be a big bonus for Viekka.
Viekka has been neutered, had a dental, is up to date on vaccinations, heart worm negative and has been microchipped. He’s good with other dogs but could also be an only dog as long as his owner(s) work from home or are retired. Viekka is doing well on his housebreaking. He will need continued structure and reinforcement.
Viekka is being fostered in Dallas, TX. If you’re interested in adopting Viekka please fill out an application at nbgr.org. If you already have an application on file, please let Holly Pruitt know you are interested at [email protected]
DIDLEY
ID: 3840
Location: Alabama
MEET DIDLEY!
#3840
Didley 3840 is a super sweet but slightly shy 10 year old smooth griff who came in to rescue as a breeder surrender. Once he is comfortable and gets over his shyness then he is ready for cuddles and kisses.
When Didley came to NBGR his teeth were in pretty bad shape so he had a major dental done and the teeth he had left were removed. He felt so much better after that was done and he healed well – and it doesn’t slow him down on eating.
Didley has been doing really well on his housebreaking – almost never makes a mistake – although he may regress a little when he goes to his new home. Didley is crate trained and his foster parents leave the crate open and Didley goes in to nap there. Didley is not leash trained. His knees caused him to be a bit weak in the rear but as he has exercised in his foster home he’s gotten stronger in the rear – but when his foster mom puts a harness and leash on him he just looks sad and lies down – so we are looking for a home with a fenced yard for him. He would also like to have another small dog to chill out with. He came to rescue with Nieve 3841 – and they could be adopted together but they could also go separately as long as they go to a home with another small dog. Didley is quite small and will not be placed in a home with young children.
Didley is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines and heartworm negative. He takes heartworm preventative. Didley weighs in at just under 9 lbs.
If you are interested in Didley please complete our adoption application. If you already have an application on file please contact Vicki at [email protected] to let her know you are interested in Didley. Didley is being fostered in Tuscumbia, AL. We prefer to place our dogs within a reasonable driving distance whenever possible.
NIEVE
ID: 3841
Location: Alabama
MEET NIEVE!
#3841
Nieve 3841 is a happy 9 year old griff who came in to rescue as a breeder surrender. While Nieve loves to have a cuddle – she is also on the move and doesn’t stay in one place for too long.
Nieve’s teeth were in bad shape so she had a dental and she did lose all the teeth she had left – but she’s not troubled by her lack of teeth. Nieve is crate trained and will sometimes go in to her crate during the day for a nap. She is working on learning leash training but it’s a work in progress so she would like a fenced yard. Nieve would also like to have another small dog as her buddy. She came in to rescue with Didley 3840 and they could be adopted together but could go separately as long as there is another small dog for company. Nieve is very small and will not be placed in a home with young children.
Nieve is spayed, up-to-date on vaccines and heartworm negative. She takes heartworm preventative. Nieve weighs in at just under 9 lbs.
If you are interested in Nieve please complete our adoption application. If you already have an application on file please contact Vicki at [email protected] to let her know you are interested in Nieve. Nieve is being fostered in Tuscumbia, AL. We prefer to place our dogs within a reasonable driving distance whenever possible.
SCOUT
ID: 3845
Location: Texas
MEET SCOUT!
#3845
Meet Scout #3845, available for adoption in Dallas TX!
Scout came to NBGR after he was picked up as a stray by a Good Samaritan. He is estimated to be one year old and weighs 15 pounds. Scout is a sweet boy that is full of puppy energy and looking for an active family. He is particularly good with kids and would love one or two of his very own.
Scout has a tendency to want to run so will need lots of exercise. He loves his daily walks! He is quite the explorer and will look for any opportunity to get out and scope out the neighborhood. For that reason, he will need a very secure yard. No chain link fences for this boy. We’d love to see him in a home on a quiet street or cut de sac, away from busy roads or highways. His foster mom has been doing a great job working with him and he is learning wait and stay before running out the door and sitting for food and treats. She says he a very smart boy and learns quickly! He is doing very well on his housebreaking as well.
Scout is good with other dogs and loves to play and cuddle with them. He will need to be fed separately as he is a man who does not like to share his food. He does, however, really enjoy sharing the big bed with you.
Scout is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and heart worm negative. He is being fostered in Dallas, TX. We like to place dogs within a reasonable driving distance whenever possible. If you are interested in adopting Scout please fill out an application at nbgr.org. If you have an application on file please let Holly Pruitt know you are interested at [email protected].
RON
ID: 3853
Location: Texas
MEET RON!
#3853
Meet Ron! Your New Best Friend!
Available in Texas! Looking for a walking buddy, under your desk supervisor, and all-around fun-loving best friend? Meet Ron, a one-year-old tiny tornado of happiness!
At just 20 pounds, he’s the perfect size to join you on life’s adventures, whether it’s car rides, walks around the neighborhood, or playtime with his favorite toys.
Here’s what makes Ron so special:
Friendly and social: He’s great with everyone and everything - people, other dogs, you name it! Even loves the mailman!
Always happy: Ron’s goofy, playful personality will keep you smiling.
Easygoing: He’s house-trained, crate-trained for bedtime, and a joy to have around.
Active and fun: Loves walks,(no problem with rain, thunder or lightning) helps keep you motivated to exercise, and thrives on playtime. Ron would do great as an agility dog or in barn hunt.
Loves men: Bonus points if you’re a guy—Ron has a special place in his heart for you!
Ron Is a one-year-old male who was picked up as a stray and came to NBGR through a shelter in Irving, Texas. He is being fostered in Dallas. We prefer to place our dogs within a reasonable driving distance whenever possible. Ron is neutered, microchipped, UTD on all of his vaccines and is heart worm negative. Ron’s looking for an active home that will match his zest for life and give him all the love and care he deserves. He is an active boy and loves to run so will require a very secure fenced yard. He’s still very much a puppy and likes to chew and get into mischief so crating while you’re away would be a good way to keep him out of typical puppy trouble.
If you are interested in this happy boy, please fill out an application at nbgr.org. If you already have an application on file please let Holly Pruitt know you are interested - [email protected]. Ron is waiting to bring joy and laughter into your life.
A huge thank you to Joe Grisham and Janet Healey and Hooray for the Underdog for fostering and photographing Ron! @hoorayfortheunderdog
OTIS
ID: 3858
Location: Maine
MEET OTIS!
#3858
Otis came to rescue as an owner surrender because his owner’s health made him unable to care for Otis any longer. Otis is a big boy weighing in at about 31 lbs. but we think he needs to lose a couple of pounds. The good thing about his size is that there is more of him to love! This boy was a little skittish at first but settled in quickly at his foster home. He is very loving and affectionate and happy to be showered with attention and belly rubs. He follows his foster parents from room to room – keeping tabs on them at all times!
Otis turned 5 years old on December 14th – Happy Birthday Otis!
So far Otis has rarely barked at anyone or anything. He gets along well with other dogs who have visited his foster family. He is very dependable on his housebreaking – although he may have a mistake or two when he goes to a new home. Otis walks well on a harness/leash – however he does need more practice and training on this as he is quite afraid when cars go by – but he loves going for a long walk at the beach!
Otis has been sleeping in his own bed next to his foster parents bed and he sleeps all night quietly and peacefully. He is clearly a good eater! He does fine when his foster family is out for errands – he is especially attached to his foster dad and can be a little whiney if dad is out of sight – but he is affectionate with his foster mom also.
Otis is up-to-date on his vaccines, neutered and heartworm negative. He takes heartworm preventative. Otis is being fostered in Biddeford, ME. If you are interested in adopting Otis please complete our adoption application at nbgr.org. If you already have an application on file contact Vicki at [email protected] to let her know you are interested in Otis.
PAWS OF WINTER
In the ‘winter’ of their lives, older Brussels Griffons need care and security. Loving homes provide the dignity and quality of life each deserves. Because each one is precious. SM
We are committed to senior and special-needs Griffs
Over time, NBGR has taken in an increasing number of senior and special-needs dogs. Whether they have been abandoned by uncaring owners or puppy mill operators who don’t need them when their breeding days are over -- or they have been surrendered by heartbroken owners who can no longer care for them -- we take them in.
Like us, dogs require increasing medical attention in their senior years; and like us, their medical expenses can soar. The largest expense in the NBGR budget is, by far, the Paws of WinterSM program.
These sweet seniors and special-needs dogs still have a lot of life -- to enjoy, to share with us. It simply costs more to sustain and protect them and their quality of life. We are committed to making that happen for them.
If you agree, please help.
If you can you help with a donation…Thank goodness for you. Your support keeps us from having to turn away a senior or special-needs dog.
We call these dogs our “Forever Fosters”. They are not adoptable, and a change in their environment could affect them negatively, so we have settled them into special foster homes. Their foster families will care for them for the rest of their days, and NBGR will pay all their expenses.
To help provide for Paws of Winter dogs, please click here.
MOJITO
Location: Texas
MEET MOJITO!
#3123
Meet Mojito or Moe as his friends call him. Moe was adopted from NBGR in 2014 by a lovely couple that gave him a great life. Unfortunately, he lost his dad this year and mom has had some health issues which made it harder to give Moe the attention he needed in his latter years. Enter Moe’s original foster mom. She’d always loved Moe and kept up with him all these years. She was all too happy at a chance to take Moe back in and make sure he had everything he needed. We estimate Moe to be around 17 years old now and he is loving life. He is as happy as a clam hanging out with his Mom, some sibs, and even a few goats! Moe appears to be blind and deaf but doesn’t let that stop him from licking all his siblings’ bowls just in case a tidbit was left behind. His nose works just fine thank you very much! After mealtimes, he is known to find his favorite bed and drag it around to make sure he is the closest to his Mom.
GUSTAF
ID: 3509
Location: Ohio
PIXIE SUE
Location: Arkansas
MEET PIXIE SUE!
#3804
Pixie Sue (3804) came to NBGR at almost 16 years of age after her owner was going to a nursing home and she was going to have Pixie Sue euthanized. Pixie was in really rough shape when we got her. So rough, we weren’t sure if she was going to make it even a day or two. She wouldn’t stop coughing, hacking and panting and seemed to be in distress, so we took her to the Vet immediately to see if she indeed needed to be put down, or if her issues were treatable. They took x-rays, blood work, and did a thorough exam. She was found to have an extremely enlarged heart, a restricted trachea due to her enlarged heart, crackling in her right lung, fluid on her lung and heart, a mass of some kind at the base of her heart and possibly an ulcer, but the Vet did feel that her health issues were treatable and may improve if treated. Pixie was put on several medications for her heart, her lungs, the fluid, the ulcer, her coughing, an antibiotic and another med to try to keep her relaxed. After a week of cautiously observing her to see if the medications were going to help this sweet senior girl, she indeed had shown substantial improvement. Not only did her cough, hacking and panting subside quite a bit, her sassy, spry self, came shining through again. To look at her now, you would not have guessed she will be 16 years old in a couple of weeks, or that she has all of the health issues that she has. This sweet, sassy girl is living her best life now, for whatever remaining life she may have left. However, she will be on expensive medications for the rest of her life, as well as continued Vet visits. Pixie Sue (3804) is part of NBGR’s Paws of Winter program and is not available for adoption. If you would like to contribute to Pixie Sue’s expenses please make a donation to our Paws of Winter program. Thank you!
MIKEY
Location: Kansas
WINKY
Location: Florida
MEET WINKY!
#3787
Thank you for choosing to make a difference through your donations. With your contributions, we are able to aid dogs like Winky (who are disunited from their families through no fault of their own) continue to live out their best lives.
If interested in becoming one of our approved fosters, please submit an application on our website https://
MORTY
Location: Florida
MEET MORTY !
#3547
Little Morty 3547 came to NBGR from Highlands Humane in Sebring FL who pulled him from the County Animal Shelter where he had spent 6 weeks after he was confiscated from his owner before he could be released to rescue. Highlands contacted us as soon as they had him and our coordinator picked him up from them in March 2019.
This little fellow was in pretty bad shape. His eyes were a mess (he is blind in one eye.) His skin was pretty bad. The vet said he was between 10-11 years old and he was not yet neutered – and tiny at just 7 lbs. We were not sure how long he would be with us – he was a delicate little guy.
One he was able to be neutered he moved on to a foster home. We were a little nervous as we were not sure how he would do as there were two young sons in his foster home – but they had a lot of experience with a small senior family dog who had passed on recently – so we gave it a try and hoped that Morty had found his Paws of Winter forever foster home.
Here we are 4.5 years later and Morty is still doing very well. He made it through the pandemic and he even had his teeth cleaned this past summer! He has had a number of pretty hefty medical challenges but he is like the energizer bunny – he just keeps on going! His biggest ongoing challenge is caring for his good eye – and his foster mom administers drops to his eye daily. Morty is a happy boy who is lovingly cared for by his foster family. He travels with his family and occasionally hangs out with the in-laws on vacations. We are so thankful for our long term foster families – without them we would not be able to care for these wonderful senior griffs who absolutely deserve wonderful places to live out their lives.
MAGGIE
Location: Texas
MEET MAGGIE!
#3781
Meet Maggie #3781, a pretty little 12 year old Texas girl who came to us after her owner died. Maggie is getting on in years and has some issues with arthritis and pain. She may have some neurological issues as well but that doesn’t keep her from following her foster mom around and getting in her lap every chance she gets. She is a true Velcro girl and loves her belly rubs!
POPPY & BOB
Location: Arkansas
MEET POPPY & BOB!
#3742 & 3743
Poppy and Bob came to NBGR from a commercial breeding facility in April 2023. Poppy is extremely dependent on Bob. She is a very shy little 9 year old girl who spent her life prior to April producing puppies. Bob is her security blanket! Poppy was heartworm positive. At the time we took her in she wasn’t in great shape so we opted for the slow-kill method to cure the heartworms. We are very happy to report that Poppy is now heartworm negative Poppy was spayed and had a dental performed in May 2023. She is clearly feeling much better and has come out of her shell. She is 10-11 lbs. She loves her foster mom and tolerates her foster dad as long as he moves slowly.
Bob is a bigger and more confident dog He weighs about 19 lbs. Bob got neutered and had a dental in May 2023. His teeth were pretty rotten and many were missing – and now he only has one tooth left! In Bob’s case the missing teeth are a good thing. Bob would love to lay next to you on the couch and let you pet him all day. He can’t jump on the couch by himself – has some arthritis in his back – but he can go up steps and he takes joint supplements to help his back.
Bob and Poppy were up for adoption for almost a year. These two sweet dogs need someone who has a lot of patience and is kind. Someone who will cut them slack because they spent all their lives in wire cages as breeders and they are just learning that life is better than it used to be. Dogs with this kind of background have little breakthroughs and become more adapted to their new lives very slowly – but loving them is very rewarding. Bob had a crisis recently and underwent a major trachea surgery and is recovering beautifully. His foster mom reports that he is just the happiest guy ever! He is truly loving his life. His foster parents have now become his forever parents as he and Poppy have joined our Paws of Winter program. Congrats to Bob and Poppy!
FRANNIE
Location: Georgia
MEET FRANNIE!
#3749
Meet our sweet Paws of Winter senior Frannie 3749 (aka Grannie Frannie, aka Grannie Frannie Puddin’ Pie!).
Frannie came into rescue about a year ago after finding herself in a shelter. Despite being blind, deaf, and finding herself homeless at the 10+ years of age, for the last year Frannie starts each new day with a positive outlook and a healthy appetite for life. She enjoys sleeping/recharging her batteries, eating, smelling the fresh outdoor breezes, stroller rides and controlled walks, exploring her yard (supervised due to her lack of sight), being brushed and massaged/petted.
Frannie not only came into rescue blind and deaf but with slight neurological disconnect/gait issues and head tilt, sensitivity symptoms to touch with rear end and mammary tumors that had to be removed.
Frannie has skin allergy issues/flare ups (seasonal/food?). She requires on going veterinary care for her eyes and her skin. Frannie also is receiving spinal adjustments to assist her mobility.
Frannie requires eye cleaning/medications 2-3 different prescriptions (depending on the day) administered twice daily to each eye and allergy medication. These medications/supplements are a life long commitment and they are lovingly administered by her amazing Paws of Winter foster parents. With all that Frannie has against her medically she is now in a place where she can enjoy the Winter of her life knowing she is loved and cared for and will never again be in a shelter.
Thank you for choosing to make a difference through your donations. With your contributions, we are able to aid dogs like Frannie (who are disunited from their families through no fault of their own) continue to live out their best lives.
If you are interested in becoming one of our approved fosters, please submit an application on our website
BIRDIE
LOCATION: Arkansas
MEET BIRDIE!
#3740
Birdie is a senior female that came to NBGR from a commercial breeding facility in April 2023. She is 12 years old and about 14 lbs. She is a very timid girl who is still learning to fit into life with humans. She spent her life before NBGR producing puppies.
She is now a healthy girl who has gained a clean bill of health along with some weight. She was malnourished when she arrived and it showed in her body and teeth. Unfortunately, none of her teeth could be saved. The removal of her teeth has caused her to feel better and be able to eat better as she is pain free.
She is incredibly sweet after she starts trusting you, but is still very submissive and will crouch and roll on her back if you approach her too quickly. Birdie's Foster mom won her heart by singing to her all the time and she recommends you do the same. Birdie will love you dearly. Birdie has also taken a great delight in tasting new foods and finds it very exciting! She enjoys barking at the dust buster and will let you know all about it.
She currently likes playing with soft toys with her two year old Affenpinscher friend. They also will pal around and gently play together. Birdie loves being petted and brushed and awards you with kisses on the hand.
Birdie has a fear of all men but she has been in her foster home a year she and her foster dad are beginning to have a relationship. She is not housetrained. She wears diapers inside and loves running with the pack to go potty outside. She will still use the diaper even when going out on regular intervals. She may never be housetrained.
Birdie is precious, sweet, and so much wants to be loved. She has a gentle, patient, and understanding Mama. There is nothing more rewarding than watching a dog that came from such hardship grow, change, and learn to love and trust.