Picachu - Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Westfield, New York

Pretty Picachu arrived at NCCR on 10/17/26, transferred from an overcrowded shelter that ran out of room for her. She is an approximately 10 month old spayed female mixed breed, weighing Only 22 Ibs. full-grown. Picachu gets along well with dogs, cats, and all the people she has met so far. She is playful, curious, a bit shy at first, but warms up quickly. Picachu has a soft, glistening, wavy coat.
As with all young dogs, she will need a good amount of daily exercise and play time, plenty of 1-on-1 attention, and lots of love to help her be the best dog she can be!
Additional pictures and info to come as we get to know her better.
*Approved applicants are welcome to participate in our popular Slumber Party program and take a dog home for up to 2 weeks to make sure he or she is a great fit.
If you think you might be interested in adopting, your first step should be to complete an Adoption Application at www.caninerescue.org. *After you have completed your application, you will get a confirmation that we have received your application. It takes a lot of time to process the applications, so we ask for your patience while we do so. If you see that the dog you were interested in has been adopted it means there were many applications for that dog and we did not get as far processing your application before a home was found. We welcome you to apply again when you see another dog that interests you.

Not sure if you are ready to adopt? Please consider applying to foster Picachu, which will lead to a happily ever after adoption, either with you, or the family you help her get ready for! Fostering is an incredibly rewarding experience. Learn more and apply on our website, under the “Get Involved” tab.

If you have a question, please email us at adoptions@caninerescue.org. It is much easier and quicker for us to respond by email, as we receive many phone calls.

We do adopt out of state, however we do not transport or ship dogs. Potential adopters must be able and willing to travel to the Rescue to meet the dog they are interested in.

*PLEASE double check all of the phone numbers that you provide. If they are incorrect, we will not be able to process your application. Please also let your references know that someone from NCCR will be calling them. Most adoption team members call from their personal phone, so advise your references that there may be an unknown or private number calling them. Thank you!

The mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.