Work in progress
Introducing the dogs we’ve rescued, but are not yet adoptable. Stay tuned as we continue to assess and address their needs. If you’re interested in learning more about any one of our dogs, please reach out: info@k9kismet.org.
Popcorn
Meet Popcorn. She is welcoming our 2025 inaugural rescue!
Popcorn (#A725222) was picked up by Long Beach Animal Care Services officers on 7/21/24 after they received reports of two stray dogs, one of which was in distress. Upon arrival, officers found Popcorn with an empty snack jug stuck on her head. Clearly the victim of having an appetite bigger than her … well, head. Popcorn was lucky help arrived before her love of all things yummy suffocated her.
Popcorn is a big lovebug. Seriously, 100% LOVE, but like many large breed dogs living in shelters right now, she was being overlooked. As the weeks turned into months, it became clear that this a-maze-ing girl was going to need some extra help to find her way out of the shelter. We featured her on Day 3 of our “Give the Gift of Home” campaign and invited her to an adoption event hoping get her the exposure she needed.
At some point, Popcorn developed a limp and it was clear something was seriously wrong. Imaging done at the shelter confirmed our fears that she was contending with something serious: bilateral cranial cruciate tears. In a nutshell, this 2.5-year-old blew out both of her knees and will need bilateral TPLO surgery to repair them. As you can imagine, that type of treatment is very costly and the recovery is extensive. Suddenly, helping Popcorn exit the shelter became urgent and would require so much more than we initially thought.
Fortunately, Popcorn’s story won the hearts of some amazing folks who also want to see her live her best, healthiest life. Thanks to the support of Friends of Long Beach Animals, the expertise of Dr. Courtney A Campbell, DVM, DACVS-SA and the Stitches Veterinary Surgery team, and fosters who have committed to help her heal, Popcorn can get back to feeling young again and wooing her future potential adopters. We love it when a plan comes together!
Follow her on social media @k9kismet: #K9KismetPopcorn
Frankie
In February of 2024, Frankie, his littermates, and both of his parents were surrendered to Long Beach Animal Care Services. Shortly after entering the shelter system, another rescue pulled Frankie and his family into rescue. When the pups were old enough to be separated from their mom, the rescue sent Frankie and one of his siblings to live with a foster in Boulder, Colorado. Sadly, a short time later, that rescue stopped responding to fosters, leaving Frankie, in addition to 100+ other dogs, without support.
Frankie was born with hypospadias, a rare developmental defect that occurs when the urogenital folds don’t fuse properly during fetal development. In more severe cases like Frankie’s, the condition can also cause an underdeveloped penis. Thanks to good Samaritans who stepped up to help, and the generous supporter they secured, Frankie was recently able to receive treatment. Due to the severity of his condition, the vet team at Colorado State University (CSU) had to surgically remove Frankie’s penis and create a new pathway for him to urinate. Fortunately, the initial surgery was successful, but Frankie may need an additional procedure in the future to help address his mild urinary incontinence and lower his risk of urinary tract infections.
Frankie is a happy, friendly, ten-month-old pittie pup. He gets along well with people of all ages and dogs of all sizes. He weighs 65 pounds, is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Frankie’s currently in medical boarding in Colorado receiving treatment for a UTI. We’re currently seeking a foster or adopter in the Boulder area or southern California. Donations to help with Frankie’s veterinary care would be greatly appreciated.
Follow him on social media @k9kismet: #K9KismetFrankie
Ace
Ace, along with his littermate Lyla, came to us by way of OC Animal Care Shelter. They arrived at their doorstep at eight weeks old as “strays,” both very sweet and friendly. They were deemed “rescue only” because Ace has a physical disability and Lyla was underweight and underdeveloped.
It was reported by the shelter medical staff that Ace had a congenital defect and most likely would need surgery to correct it. They initially and incorrectly diagnosed him with a condition commonly known as “swimmer’s hindlimbs,” which makes walking difficult at best. We would come to learn that it was something altogether different. Finding a foster for Lyla proved easier than for Ace, but we lucked out: A former adopter and dedicated foster stepped forward. Because of her generosity in agreeing to care for a pup with special needs, we were able to take Ace into rescue and schedule him for an MRI after he grew large enough for imaging to be effective. It was then that we would learn Ace was suffering from spina bifida. This condition is rare in breeds his size and is further complicated by his fecal and urinary incontinence. We’re uncertain what his future looks like, but we’re going to give him the best we can, day by day. We’re amazed all the time by his foster who truly excels at his care. Follow him on IG @k9kismet: #K9KismetAce