Dog Rescue
Among everything else, The VJ Ranch is also home to a dog rescue. All of our dogs are rescued from euthanasia lists so it truly is a second chance at life. They are all spayed/neutered and have all their vaccines, including rabies. Here at the ranch they are housebroken, crate trained and have learned to live with other dogs, cats and of course, horses. Please have a look at our dogs and help give one a second chance. For more information or to meet them in person contact us at (623)465-4835 or through our 'contact us' page.
In loving memory of
Sheila Lampert
10/7/1948 - 6/20/2009
The Arizona Humane Society family has tradgically lost a long time family member. Sheila worked at the Humane Society for 10 yrs as a vet tech. She was a valuable asset to all the animals. She was a caring, compassionate person that helped anyone that needed anything. Her own son that had nobody else to turn to in his time of need was taken in by his loving mother. He took Sheila's life, along with her grandson, Logan, on Logan's 14th birthday. Our hearts and prayers remain with this family in their time of loss.
There is a fund set up to help out the family and if anyone is interested in donating they can do so by cash, check, money order, or debit card
to Chase Bank for the Lampert Family Support Trust act # 2748324601.
We all love you Sheila! We will ALWAYS love and NEVER forget. As our hearts ache from this loss we do know that you are watching over all the homeless pets that never had the chance! For that, we are thankful!
One year has passed and we still miss you just as much!!
Toni 
Toni is a 4 month old spayed female mutt. She is very sweet and loves people. She is now housebroken and crate trained. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She is active and playful but is very lovable as well. She currently weighs about 12 lbs. She is a funny little girl with a wonderful disposition! She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and her adoption fee is $150.
Daisy
Daisy is a 3 month old female Corgi mix. What a sweet baby she is! She LOVES people! She is a very happy little girl and is looking for a family that will love her forever. She is currently housebreaking and crate training. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She has a wonderful temperament and is going to be one great dog! She is currently awaiting her spay surgery and will be ready to go home after that. We will hold her until then with a completed adoption. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, and her adoption fee is $160.
Lu & Stu
Lu & Stu are 1 & 3 yr. old neutered male Pekingese mixes. These little guys were surrendered to the Yuma Humane Society when their owner became ill. They are housebroken and crate trained. They are good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. They are current on all vaccines, including rabies, and the adoption fee is $150 each or if they are adopted together, the COMBINED adoption fee is $250. Lu & Stu have been waiting too long for a family. We will reduce their adoption fee to $150 for both of them.
In memory of Baby
Rescued from the county shelter when her family dumped her there at the age of 13 yrs old, Baby lived her last days out here at the ranch. We are sad to report that Baby was humanely euthanised on Friday August 13th. May she be running like a puppy now. We will see you again someday pretty girl.
Shadow
Shadow is a 1 yr. old neutered male Border Collie mix. He is a very nice dog. He is currently housebreaking and crate training. He is good with other dogs and older kids. He needs a home without small children. He is currently learning about horses and kitties. He weighs about 27 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Happy
Happy is a 1 yr. old neutered male Terrier. He is a very silly boy and he truly is a happy dog! He is very playful with other dogs. He is currently learning about horses and cats. He is currently housebreaking and crate training. He weighs about 10 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Sonia
Sonia is a 1 yr. old spayed female Chihuahua mix. She is such a sweet, loving, happy, playful girl! She is going to make a nice addition to someone's family. She has a great disposition and will bring a smile to your face every day. She is currently housebreaking and crate training. She is good with other dogs and is currently learning about horses and kitties. She weighs about 8 1/2 lbs. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and her adoption fee is $150.
Franie
Franie is a 1 yr. old spayed female. She looks to be a Chihuahua/Dachshund mix maybe. She is a very sweet girl and is looking for someone to love. She is going to make a nice lap dog for someone. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She is housebroken and crate trained. She is a very happy little girl and is ready to add lots of joy to someone's life! She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and her adoption fee is $150.
Taffy
Taffy is a 1 yr. old spayed female Terrier mix. She is a very sweet girl. She was found as a stray in Yuma the first of July. She was never claimed and spent a month at the shelter. She is now here at the ranch and is ready to find her forever home. She is good with other dogs and kids. She is currently learning about horses and kitties. She weighs about 25 lbs. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and her adoption fee is $150.
Penny
Penny is a 5 yr. old spayed female Chihuahua mix. She is a sweet girl and will make a wonderful buddy for someone. She is currently on a diet as she is a bit on the chunky side. She is good with other dogs. She is learning about cats and horses. She is a mellow girl and just wants someone to cuddle up with. She is current on her vaccines, including rabies, and her adoption fee is $150.
Buggers
Buggers is a 2 yr. old neutered male Chihuahua mix. He is a sweetheart and is ready to find his forever home. He was found as a stray that nobody ever claimed. He is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. He is housebroken and crate trained. He weighs about 14 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Rudolph
Rudolph is a 1 yr. old neutered male Deer Chihuahua. Outgoing, happy and extremely loving............that is the best way to sum up this little guy! He LOVES EVERYONE! He will show it by jumping in your lap, offering kisses with his tail going as fast as it can! He even loves kids! He is currently housebreaking and crate training. He is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. He weighs about 5 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Rex
Rex is an 8 month old neutered male Shepherd mix. He is a very sweet boy and loves people. He is housebroken and doggie door trained. He is also now crate trained. He is good with other dogs and kids. He is currently learning about horses and cats. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Andre
Andre is a 6 yr. old neutered male Chihuahua. This little 6 pound whirlwind is sure to keep you entertained! He has no idea how tiny he really is! This is the Chihuahua for all the men who don't like Chihuahuas because 'they aren't real dogs'! He is difficult to capture a good picture of because he is a bit camera shy. He is housebroken and crate trained. He is now good with other dogs.....when he first got to the ranch he attacked and beat up everyone until he learned how to 'play nice with others'. (Which did earn him the nickname "Demon"). He is now doing great with the pack of dogs, cats, horses and kids. He is a very sweet boy. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $50.
Charlie
Charlie is a 3 yr. old neutered male Poodle. He is a very sweet boy and loves people. He is housebroken and crate trained. He is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. He is very playful with other dogs and lovable with people. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, and his adoption fee is $150.
Penny
Penny is a 3 yr. old spayed female Pug/Chihuahua mix. She is a very sweet little girl. Her previous family surrendered her because they could 'not properly train her'. In her defense, she was left as a backyard dog all the time by herself. She is now learning to be part of a family. She is a wonderful dog and is very sweet! She is housebroken and crate trained. She is good with other dogs, cats, and horses. She did live with a small child and is good with kids. This sweet girl is a wonderful dog! She has shown NO bad behaviors here now that she is 'part of a family'. She just wants a family! She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, and her adoption fee is $150.
Peewee
Peewee is a 4 yr. old neutered male. He is such a sweetie! He is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. He is just looking for someone to love him! He is housebroken and crate trained. He weighs about 10 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Axel
Axel is an 8 yr. old neutered male Jack Russell Terrier. This sweet little guy is deaf. He has been with the same family his entire life. He was surrendered for not being good with kids so he will need a home without small children. He is currently learning about cats and horses. He is housebroken and is a wonderful dog! He weighs 14 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, and his adoption fee is $50.
Cosmo
Cosmo is a 1 yr. old neutered male Pekingese mix. He is a very sweet boy. He is good with other dogs and is currently learning about horses and kitties. He is currently housebreaking and crate training. He weighs about 10 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Stormy
Stormy is a 5 yr. old spayed female Boston Terrier/Chihuahua mix. She is a very sweet little girl and is a great companion! She is a little lap dog. She is housebroken and crate trained. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She used to love small kids more than anyone. She was recently adopted by a family with 2 small children, one which terrorized her and now she is a bit cautious of small children. She may now do best in a home without small kids. She weighs about 6 lbs. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, and her adoption fee is $150.
Elvis
Elvis is a 7 yr. old neutered male Jack Russell Terrier mix. He is housebroken and crate trained. He is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. He has such a sweet personality. He is a little character and is a very happy boy. He is looking for a new family now since his owner can no longer care for him. He is currently on a diet, as he is a bit chunky, weighing in at about 19 lbs. He is a wonderful dog and is looking for someone to love! He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Sunday, Mini, & Midget 
We have 3 of these cuties! There are 2 females and 1 male. They look to be Sheltie mixes. They are very sweet and will be great dogs. They are good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. They are doing great with their housebreaking and crate training! They are spayed/neutered and ready to go! They have the first of their puppy shots and the adoption fee is $160.
Roamy 
Roamy is a 2 yr. old spayed female Terrier. She is a very sweet little girl and will make a wonderful addition to some family! She is very good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, and her adoption fee is $150. Update 6/17: Roamy gave birth early this morning to 7 beautiful babies! They are pretty tiny but we have hope that all will make it. They will be available for adoption probably in late August.
*************Roamy is now spayed and available for adoption. Her pups will be spayed/neutered on Tuesday Aug. 24th and will be available for adoption after that.***************
Molly
Molly is a 5 yr. old spayed female Chihuahua. This sweet little girl was found at the county landfill in Yuma. She is a little tiny girl and is a little on the shy side but she is extremely sweet! She weighs about 7 lbs. She is current on all vaccines, including rabies, and her adoption fee is $150.
Heather
Heather is a 2 yr. old spayed female Spaniel mix. She is a very sweet girl with a very nice temperament! She is housebroken and is very well mannered. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She is a wonderful little dog and is looking for her forever home. She weighs about 15 lbs. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and her adoption fee is $150.
Ellie
Ellie is a 6 yr. old spayed female Rat Terrier mix. She is a sweet girl and is a well behaved dog. She just needs someone to love her! She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She weighs about 12 lbs. This little girl is a wonderful dog! She does as she is asked, never talks back, and is very easy going! She LOVES water and is quite entertained with a water hose! She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and her adoption fee is $150.
Sandi
Sandi is a 2 yr. old spayed female Schnauzer/Terrier mix. She is a very sweet girl and is just looking for someone to love. She is currently housebreaking and crate training. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She weighs about 19 lbs. She is a wonderful dog! She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and her adoption fee is $150.
Lacy
Lacy is a 2 yr. old spayed female Border Collie mix. She is a very sweet girl. She is housebroken and crate trained. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She is still a bit shy here as she has never known anything but one home since she was a puppy. She may need a little time to adjust to a new home but will be a great dog in any family. She is very personable and loves to hang with her people. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, and her adoption fee is $50.
Tango 
Tango is a 1 yr. old neutered male Corgi mix. He is a very cool dog and is also very sweet. He is good with other dogs, horses and kids. He is currently learning about cats. He is a great family type dog. He weighs about 22 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Muffin
Muffin is a 5 yr. old spayed female Jack Russell Terrier mix. She is such a sweet girl and is now looking for someone to love since her previous owner passed away. He had no living relatives left to care for her and is now in search of a new family. She is a wonderful dog! She is housebroken and is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, and her adoption fee is $150.
Sweet Sara
Sweet Sara is a 3 yr. old spayed female Shiba Inu mix. She is a bit camera shy so it is difficult to capture a good shot of her but she is just precious! This little girl is currently raising her gorgeous babies that were born on Mother's Day. She is about ready to find her forever home. She just wants a family to love and will make a nice addition to just about any type of family. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses (most of the time), and kids. She is housebroken and crate trained. She is a little doll and even smiles! She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, and her adoption fee is $150.
Red Rider
Red Rider is a 4 yr. old neutered male Chihuahua mix. He is a funny little guy with quite some personality. He is good with other dogs and is currently learning about horses and cats. He is currently housebreaking and crate training. He weighs about 11 lbs. He is a bit shy at first but warms up quickly and will settle in to a new home nicely. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $50.
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn is a 2 yr. old spayed female Spaniel mix. She is a very sweet girl and is a wonderful dog. She is very friendly and likes being with her people. She was brought in as a stray to the Humane Society with her 8 puppies. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She is ready to find her forever home. She weighs about 26 lbs. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and her adoption fee is $150.
8 cuties
They are Spaniel mixes (their mom is Kaitlyn.......her picture is above). They are 2 months old and will be medium sized dogs. There are 5 black, 2 chocolate and 1 beige. There are 5 males and 3 females. They are all spayed/neutered and ready to find forever homes. They will be medium sized dogs. They have the first of their puppy shots and the adoption fee is $160.
Choko
Choko (we call him Blue) is a 1 yr. old neutered male Dachshund/Chihuahua mix. He is crate trained and housebroken. He is a very nice boy that just easily joined the pack of dogs. He is also good with cats, horses and kids. He seems to be an easy going dog that will adjust nicely into any type of family. He is a very sweet guy and is ready to find his forever home. He was found as a stray and never claimed. He weighs about 16 lbs. He is really a very nice dog! He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Betty
Betty is a 3 yr. old spayed female Golden Retriever/Shepherd mix. She is a very sweet girl and is very well mannered. She is a great family dog! She was abandoned with her 6 pups. She has since raised her pups and is now ready to find her forever home. She is housebroken and is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She will make a wonderful addition to anyone's family! She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and her adoption fee is $150.
Milo
Milo is a 2 yr. old neutered male Chihuahua mix. He is housebroken and crate trained. He is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. He weighs about 12 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped, and his adoption fee is $150.
Sammy
Sammy is a 4 yr. old neutered male Chihuahua. He is housebroken and crate trained. He is good with other dogs, cats, and horses. He is a little sweetie and likes to cuddle. He is a little character and has a lot of personality. He will do best in a home without small children. He currently weighs about 11 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies and his adoption fee is $50.
Milo
Milo is a 10 yr. old neutered male Beagle. He is such a sweet and happy boy. He is housebroken and is good with other dogs, horses and older kids. He is currently learning about kitties. This sweet boy may be older but he is full of life and has many wonderful years left to share with someone. He is current on all his vaccines and his adoption fee is only $50. YEAH!! Milo was adopted!! It is always so awesome when the senior pets find homes!! Thank you to all the people who open their hearts and homes to the older kids!!
Taco
Taco is a 2 yr. old neutered male Chihuahua. This little guy is quite the character! He has more personality then should fit in this little body. He is very playful and loves to play with any dog that is up for some fun. He has a great disposition and needs a family to love him. He is also very sweet. He is housebroken and crate trained. He is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. This is a really nice dog! He is current on all his vaccines, including rabies, and his adoption fee is $150.
Pumpkin 
Pumpkin is a 2 yr. old spayed female Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She is very smart and learns very quickly. She is really affectionate and wants someone to love. She weighs about 15 lbs. She is current on all her vaccines, including rabies, is microchipped and her adoption fee is $150.
Shepherd/Hound/Pointers?
These 2 cuties are about 5 months old and need to find their forever homes. They are very sweet pups and have wonderful temperaments! They will make great family dogs. They are currently housebreaking and know how to use a doggie door. The handsome one on the left is a neutered male. The cute one on the right is a spayed female. They are current on their vaccines, including rabies, and the adoption fee is $160 for your choice.
In Memory Of
Terry
We are sorry to report that "Terry" was humanely put to sleep on Sunday November 18, 2007. His time here was clearly over and we will all miss him terrible!! Although "Terry" was never adopted, he did consider the ranch home. He was very happy here. Thanks to Deb at the Arizona Humane Society, "Terry" was gifted an extra 2 1/2 years of life. He first showed up at AHS with razor wire wrapped around and embedded in his abdomen. The wonderful staff at the second chance hospital, surgically removed it and Deb pleaded with me to rescue him!! Thank you all who offered him love.
WE WILL ALL MISS YOU "TERRY"!! See you at the rainbow bridge!!
Cinnamon Rose
Cinnamon Rose is a 3 yr. old spayed female Pit Bull/Lab mix. She is very lovable and loves water. She is good on a leash and is good riding in the car. She weighs about 50 lbs. She is current on all her vaccines, and is microchipped. THIS IS A COURTESY POST AND YOU SHOULD CONTACT JILL AT (602) 258-0073 WK, (602) 438-1144 HM, or at jill@cdsframing.com
Cole
Cole is a 1 1/2 yr. old neutered male Mastiff/Shepherd mix. He is playful and is good with other dogs and kids. He weighs about 75 lbs. He is current on his vaccines and is microchipped. THIS IS A COURTESTY POST AND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN COLE PLEASE CONTACT SANDI AT (480)502-2123 OR AT showlet312@aol.com
Gonzo
Gonzo is a 1 yr. old neutered male Doberman/Shepherd mix. He is full of energy and will need an active family. He loves water, hiking and going for car rides. He weighs about 48 lbs. He is current on all his vaccines, and is microchipped. THIS IS A COURTESY POST AND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HIM, PLEASE CONTACT JILL AT (602) 258-0073 WK, (602)438-1144 OR AT jill@cdsframing.com
Lucy
Lucy is a 2 yr. old spayed female American Bulldog/Beagle mix. She is a very sweet girl. She can be a bit shy at first but she will warm up quickly and is so sweet! She walks well on a leash and rides well in a car. She weighs about 50 lbs. THIS IS A COURTESY POST AND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HER PLEASE CONTACT MONIQUE AT (480)330-1242 OR AT monique944@yahoo.com
Smiley
Smiley is a 2 yr. old neutered male Pit Bull. He is a very sweet boy that likes to ride in the car. He is also good on a leash. He is current on all his vaccines and is microchipped. THIS IS A COURTESY POST AND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HIM, PLEASE CONTACT MONIQUE AT (480) 330-1242 OR AT monique944@yahoo.com
Sweet Caroline
Sweet Caroling is a 5 yr. old spayed female Greyhound/Plotthound mix? She is very calm and sweet. She can be a bit shy at first. She weighs about 60 lbs. THIS IS A COURTESY POST AND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HER PLEASE CONTACT JILL AT (602) 258-0073 WK, (602D) 438-1144 OR AT jill@cdsframing.com
Happy
Happy is a 4 yr. old spayed female Lab mix. She is a very affectionate girl and is looking for her forever home. She is very well mannered and walks well on a leash. She loves water so bathtime and swimming are a favorite! She is current on all her vaccines and is microchipped. THIS IS A COURTESY POST AND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HER PLEASE CONTACT JILL AT (602) 258-0073 WK, (602) 438-1144 HM, (480) 363--8449 CELL, or at jill@cdsframing.com
Murphy
Murphy is a 2 yr. old neutered male Pointer/Border Collie mix. He is current on all his vaccines, and is microchipped. He is currently in training at Partner's Dog Training in Cave Creek. He weighs about 51 lbs. THIS IS A COURTESY POST AND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HIM PLEASE CONTACT JULIA AT (602) 430-4550 or at juliawesley@cox.net
Molly 2009
This is Molly's 2009 Christmas picture! She really is a beautiful girl! We love you Molly!!
Molly
Molly was adopted!! Molly spent quite some time here at the ranch with us and everyone around here was very bonded to her. Molly was blessed to be adopted by a very nice couple that fell instantly in love with her. We miss her tremendously around here and it just is not the same without her here but we know she is loved very much and gets lots of love and attention in her new home. We feel very
blessed that Molly crossed our path and proud to have made such a difference in her life. Molly is a very special dog and we will love her always!
Update on
"Molly"
Molly had her leg amputated on Friday night, December 7th 2007. She is home from the hospital and resting now. She is having some difficulty learning to hop on 3 legs but she is learning. Each day will get better. She will soon feel much better and be able to get around better than she has in a very long time!! Thank you everyone who prayed for "Molly". And thanks to Dr. Egar at the Arizona Humane Society who did a fabulous job on her.
2/18/08----"Molly" is finally all done medically and is ready to find her forever home. She is good with other dogs, cats, horses and kids. She is housebroke and is a wonderful dog. She is now spayed and current on all her vaccines,including rabies, and her adoption fee is $150.