We proudly refer to our store as a labor of love - the love of DOGS! After spending years in the gift industry, we have developed a way to blend our knowledge of retailing with a passion for helping rescued dogs. "For the Love of Dogs, LLC" allows us the flexibility to manage our time around business and the ever-changing needs of any dog in our care. The success of our store has helped us to provide financial support to the dogs we foster and local rescues.

Each dog comes to us with different needs and concerns and it is our goal to be able to provide for those needs, both medical and behavioral. We do it all in the name of finding them a "forever home".

Besides our own efforts, we are also proud sponsors of the ASPCA and are Guardian Angel members of Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab, UT.

Browse our boutique for a collection of unique gifts and collectibles with an emphasis on quality glass, pottery and treasures for the home & garden. Customers delight in our selection of gifts for dog lovers as most of them are dog lovers themselves (who isn't?). We thank you for your visit.

Meet our resident mascots who really keep this place running! They take turns supervising everything going on in the office (they think we couldn't do it without them!). Of course their favorite time of day is when the 5 o'clock whistle blows. Not because the work day is done, but because this is chow time! They really make the best employees.

Sophie Girl
Sophie girl was one friendly pooch when it came to meeting people! Unfortunately, she wasn't sure just what to do when she met another dog. Sophie had lived on a chain for her first 4 years and had always been yearning to join in with other dogs on their neighborhood playtime. By the time Sophie came to us, her idea of greeting other dogs was total domination. We could tell that her intentions were good, but she lacked the social graces that dogs learn when they are permitted to interact as puppies. We spent the summer teaching Sophie how to live in a home and with the help of a great trainer, she was taught to interact, greet and get along with other dogs. She now proudly prances through her neighborhood as she jogs with her new dad, just waiting for a fellow canine to pass by for a friendly hello!

Oh Danny Boy
Our local shelter tries desperately to save the pit bull mixes that come to their way, especially the ones who are well-rounded and friendly in behavior. When they met Danny, he was dubbed the best little bully-boy they had ever seen. Unfortunately, his breed made it hard for the many that fell in love with him to adopt him due to neighborhood restrictions on certain breeds. Well, never fear... Danny's new mom is a vet tech who lives in the country and could not love this little guy more! What started out as a negative for him is now as positive, as his new mom is able to take him anywhere. Danny's amazing disposition is a wonderful testimony to the breed. This great little guy is a fabulous ambassador for well-behaved bully breeds everywhere.

The ole' cow dog, Roper
Little Roper is one amazing little chap. This little cattle dog mix was found huddled along a split rail fence in a neighborhood, shying away from anyone who tried to help him. Roper's leg had been shattered by a car and his fear of men was evident. Our local rescue group scooped up this little guy and many of us helped over the course of a year to build his confidence, re-build his leg and teach him to accept people who loved and cared for him. Roper is now on his way to an amazing new home with a loving couple. Too bad, his new mom and dad have no cattle to herd, but Roper doesn't mind...he prefers the couch to the pasture!

Waldo's Big Adventure
For years, people wondered what Waldo looked like. He had gained the sad reputation as the dog that lived inside the dumpster fence behind a local tavern. After years of folks trying to convince the owner to release Waldo, his life remained the same until the owner of the tavern passed away. When Waldo came to us, he practically crawled on the ground to us. He was so overwhelmed and frightened. Waldo moved so slow he could make a box turtle look speedy! But with lots of TLC, he finally learned to hold his head up and welcome the outside world. This sad case turned into an amazing before/after story when a wonderful woman adopted Waldo. These two were just meant to be together! They both thrived on a low-key lifestyle and lots of structure in their routine. Waldo and Mom are now inseparable. Just last summer, Mom retired and her and Waldo now live in the hills of Tennessee and really enjoy the warmer weather. They can now take their daily walks year 'round without their snow boots!

Is this a mule or a dog?
That was the question we asked when we came across Maddie. A black shepherd mix with ears that reached to the sky, this girl was young, wild, and a real handful! Maddie was almost 10 months and already been bounced around. She was wild and mischievous, but had a heart as big as her ears. She loved everyone and blended right in with our own dog family. Seven months, a new door frame, replacement couch cushions and 20 bags of training treats later; Maddie was a charming and well mannered adult dog who finally grew into her ears. She now lives with a wonderful family who recently moved to Virginia on a lake, Maddie's own private lake. Her mom says Maddie sits on the dock and watches the sun set, loving every minute of her new life.

Anybody up for a run?
Ruby, a 2 yr old Brittany Spaniel was about to lose her option to live, all because she couldn't have puppies. Her owner didn't feel there was room for a dog who couldn't produce a litter. Unfortunately, this is all too common. Luckily we came to hear of Ruby's plight and talked her owner into giving her a chance to be adopted out. Ruby fell in love with our pitbull-mix, Dolly. Ruby never had a dog-sister before! Ruby was adopted by a couple who had another Brittany. Her adoptive parents are avid runners, so now Ruby and her dad complete in races. Finally, Ruby can run like the wind!! But, her real prize is her "forever" home! And, she still enjoys coming to visit Dolly.

Hip-hip hurray!
Toby was doomed to life on a chain for 7 years. When his family lost their home, he was brought to us in the back of a pick-up trunk in the driving rain. What a sad fellow. Toby had never had any medical attention and was found to have two very badly deteriorating hips. Our local rescue raised the funds to replace his hip and we nurtured Toby for the year of this ordeal. Unfortunately, the hip didn't turn out perfect - .but his life still did!! Instead of adopting Toby out, we decided he had been through enough. He moved into our family permanently and now runs around the home and office trying desperately to be the boss. He adores our little Jack Russell, Emma, and make no mistake - she is the boss!

A honey bunny!
Life took an unexpected turn for Honey when her owner found himself taking on a new wife and child. She was passed to Grandma who loved her but was faced with a town pit-bull ban. So, what was a Honey to do?? We took Honey in and found her to be a delightful dog and the biggest snuggle dog we had ever met. Honey had one quirk – she didn't know how to behave around other dogs. But never fear. Honey found a "world-class" couple to adopt her who love her and understand her needs. Honey's needs are mostly a comfortable lounging couch, two squares a day, and plenty of cuddling. Rumor has it - she is really Grandma's baby now that Grandma has moved in!! So, Honey lives happily ever-after and now bears the fitting name of HoneyBun.

Walkin' the line!
Sydney's mom was forced to deal with declining health and the ultimate decision to give up her 8 yr. old yellow lab companion. Syd was the most loving guy, but there was something just "not quite right" about this guy. He would be walking along and then softly fall to one side. Other times, he could walk just fine, only his path wasn't the straightest line between two points! Syd suffered from Wobbler's Syndrome, a neurological disorder. We worked with Syd and discovered acupuncture therapy. A local couple nurtured him through the treatments while we searched for just the right home. And, boy did we find it!! Just look at Syd in his new digs, enjoying his bone. Funny thing with Syd, he doesn't even know he has a problem!! He is just a bundle of love and really just needed someone to give him a little help along life's path. Special dogs find special people!! Another happy ending.