Many times when dogs come into the rescue, we are puzzled at their breed, or wonder if they could be siblings.
Sometimes it is easy to see that they are in the same litter, but otherwise we find ourselves scratching our heads. Well, let me tell you about 2 girls that came to us a couple months back. They came together from a local animal control, and seemed to have a special connection. BUT—they looked totally different. I am referring to Maribelle and Elsa. Now, Maribelle is definitely a Basset mix and we are almost certain the other breed is American Bulldog. Such a striking dog, and fun to look at and be with. She has beautiful brown and cream markings and a cute little twist to her walk.
Then there is Elsa. She looks Lab, almost a cream white in color, but has several large tan spots on her back.
Looking at her back legs we noticed they were just a little different than some of the other dogs. As she grew some brown spots that just matched Maribelle’s ear spots seemed to pop out. Another look at her face, and I think I can see just a little of the American Bulldog breed there. Maybe just a little–because she looks more lab! So, now we know why the girls have that special connection.
Same for Angel and Little Bear! They don’t really look the same, but we know for certain they are from the same litter. Now, we wonder?? Is Mickey a brother to Minnie? Could be, I guess that one will be a mystery, unless we are able to connect the dots.
Here are pictures of Maribelle and Elsa. Do you see the connection too?

Many times we have families that are looking for small dogs to adopt. Right now we have a great selection of small breed dogs at the rescue. Angel was adopted recently, but we still have Mikey, Benny, Shaggy, Little Bear and Mickey. They are all small breed males and each has their own personality and are different in color, breed, age and size.
Mikey is 2 years old and is a Yorkie mix. He is a temperamental little guy, that loves your lap and your attention, but not crazy about smaller children or cats. He weighs around 6#, and has been neutered. He loves to sit on your lap and sleeps with his feet in the air.
Benny looks like a Brussels Griffon, but we are not sure of his breed. We know he is in the terrier family, and we are guessing him at 18 months-2 years. His hair is wiry, and he weighs around 10#. We don’t know how he feels about cats and needs to be neutered.
Then Shaggy–he is such a character—some type of non-shedder with longer hair. He is around 6 or 7 months old and weighs around 10#. He also needs to be neutered. He loves kids, loves to play and he just needs someone to give him some extra attention.
Little Bear is a Rat Terrier mix and has been neutered and had all his vaccinations. He may have some Chihuahua
on his Dad’s side of the family, and his sister was Angel. He loves to play and run, and is a take charge kind of boy. He likes cats and loves kids and grown-ups.
Last but not the least is Mickey the dachshund mix. What a character he is, with lots of love and kisses for everyone here at the rescue. He has some brindle coloring on his legs, and a little wave to some of his coat.
He still needs to be neutered, but is ready now for his forever family.
So! If you are one of those families who is looking for a small dog—we have them right here at 12 Hills Dog Rescue. They are waiting for their forever families!