Adoptable Animals

Caring for Your Pets

The protection of animals, especially domestic, has become a social demand that is increasingly receiving political recognition. In Costa Rica, the defense of domesticated animals and many other species has reached its highest level of attention.

Each year Costa Rica gets more progressive regarding the humane treatment of animals and currently there are several animal welfare laws in place to protect them. This breakthrough came in 2003, when the first law that prohibits euthanasia as a method of pet population control was passed.

At Guayabo Animal Rescue we take adopting our animals very seriously, in fact, there will be a lot of follow-up on dogs we adopt, as well as if we find they are not being taken care of according to our standards – WE WILL TAKE THEM BACK! Also, if an owner can no longer care for their dog we will take he/she back into our rescue. The care and love of our animals is our utmost importance!

Dogs need to be loved, fed nutritious food, get plenty of exercise, have access to fresh water at all times, kept out of the weather, and kept medically sound (dewormed, flea medicine, medical check-ups, etc.).

If interested in adopting a dog (or two dogs:) the best thing to do is visit Guayabo Animal Rescue & Sanctuary and see all our amazing and cute dogs. NOT all dogs will be placed on the website, especially the puppies. Plan your visit with our team soon! We promise you’ll fall in love with our crew.

Looking For A New Pet?

Tamarindo

Once severely emaciated and sick, this small, playful boy is about a year old, super smart, and a bit shy at first.

Tarita

A shy, lovely 6-month-old who came in with her mom Tara. Tarita needs a quieter home where she can blossom.

Peace

Sarah’s daughter is a sweet, silly 7-month-old who loves to snuggle and will make a great family pet.

Flaco

Once skin and bones, this high energy boy is now healthy, neutered, and ready for a home where he can run and play every day.

Sarah

This super sweet momma saved all four of her puppies from a coati attack. Sarah is healing, loves to snuggle, and is everyone’s favorite.

Noila

An 8-month-old snuggler who is smart, healthy, and ready for her new home. A bit shy at first, but she warms up fast.

Chiquitín

Left behind when his owners moved away, this cute little nugget is healthy, sweet, and so very smart.

Pájaro

Found chained to a fence, this small, sweet boy is now healthy and fun. Pájaro barely sheds and gets along with dogs, kids, and adults.

Capuchino

A strong, funny six-month-old fighter looking for someone to open their heart to her.

Aurora

A super sweet six-month-old girl who came in with her mom after being abandoned. Aurora means sunshine, and she’ll brighten your life.

Nala

A loving two-year-old who arrived nearly dead after an attack. Now thriving, smart, and great with everyone, looking for her forever home.

Vanilla

Vanilla is a playful six-month-old who loves cuddles and the other dogs. She should stay small to medium size.

Dingo

A five-month-old bundle of personality, one of Bambi’s puppies. Perfect for an active family.

Barbas

Found severely emaciated and ill, this handsome six-year-old boy is ready for a family of his own. Barbas will thrive in a home without a lot of other dogs.

Tabita

This sweet puppy is happy, playful, and loves all the attention. Tabita will make a great new addition to the family.

Municipal

This sweet two year old girl was found by the Guayabo City Hall. She is super loving, sterilized, and ready for her forever home.

MotoMoto

This sweet puppy is happy, playful, and loves toys. MotoMoto will make a great new addition to the family.

Fiona

This tiny one-year-old girl came to us completely furless, her skin covered in painful scabs. Today, she’s healing beautifully and ready for a loving home.

Jenny

This very shy little girl will need time, patience, and lots of love. With the right family, Jenny has so much love to give.

Dotty

Rescued from a farm, Dotty is safe and thriving. She’s growing into a beautiful, healthy pup and will make an amazing companion.

Snickers

Rescued from a farm, Snickers is safe and thriving. She’s growing into a beautiful, healthy pup and will make an amazing companion.

Malu

This nine-month-old, medium-sized boy is as smart as he is playful. Malu thrives on attention and will bring endless joy and energy to the right home.

Nikki

This sweet little two-year-old came to us after being found running on the streets with her puppy, Nick. They were starting to death and we go them just in time.

Chimichurri

This little girl is nine months old and what a sweet little girl she is. Found with her brother alone and with a severe respiratory infection. Today Chimichurri is happy and healthy and fully recovered.

Maria

This little girl will steal your heart. She is approximately nine months old and will be medium size. Maria is active and loves life.

Mariana

This little girl came to us after being found alone at construction site. Mariana was all alone and we couldn’t find her mom.

Daisy

This little girl is approximately 10 months old and super smart. She loves attention and to run and play.

Lili

This sweet one year old little girl will steal your heart with her loving and playful demeanor. She came to us after being found apparently falling out of a moving vehicle and no one stopping.

Vida

Meet sweet Vida. A precious hound mix we rescued due to her owner had to deal with a medical issue.

Estrella

This sweet dog was rescued from the streets with a severe hip fracture. Our medical team needed to do major surgery on her leg due to the extreme injury.

Chance

This sweet and handsome boy was found on the beach begging for food. He was starving as apparently he was dumped there.

Loco

This sweet shepherd mix is four years old and our special needs boy who needs a loving home with plenty of safe, fenced space.

Laica

This loving lab mix was tied to an electric fence and left to die. Laica is smart, playful, and wants to be part of a family.

Spencer

This two year old boy came to us with a horrible skin condition and alone on the streets, but with each passing day he heals more and more.

Logan

This super cute and loving 1 year old boy will surely warm your heart. He came to us with siblings alone and ill. After medical treatment for severe skin issues, he is healing and getting healthier each day.

Juancho

This super shy senior dog was left to fend for himself on the streets after his owner moved away and left him alone.

Pennie

One of six puppies and female, who is now five months old, that were abandoned in the woods next to Guayabo Animal Rescue.

Mila

Mila loves attention, belly rubs, and to be close to her humans.

Lana

This high energy 3 year old girl is super playful, fun loving, and loves human contact.

Perla

This sweet 1 year old puppy is not only very unique looking, but so snuggly.

Huesos

This super sweet special needs boy is in search of a loving family. He is approximately two years old and has a slight tilt to his head as he walks due to what we believe is a neurological disorder.

Alambrito

This sweet boy is four years old and was brought in by Dr. Andrey after being found with a terrible leg injury.

Adoption Application Process

To be considered to adopt one of our awesome dogs please complete the application below. Again, we recommend visiting to see ALL the dogs we have available.

If you want to adopt from another country, it is possible, but of course more paperwork is needed. We can help ‘walk’ you through the process. You do have to also consider the airlines, as some do not allow dogs to ride with you in the cabin, and checking a dog in as luggage is not something we recommend. There are some airlines (private and commercial) that allow a larger dog to ride inside the cabin area. Again, we can assist you with the various options.

We do not have adoption fees as our goal is to find a loving home; however, a donation is always appreciated!

Adoptable Animals

Caring for Your Pets

Looking For A New Pet?

Adoption Application Process

If interested in adopting, please complete this form. Thank you for your interest, as it truly takes a village!