Re: DOGS IN NEED OF URGENT RESCUE (MANY ARE AT RISK) AT LEXINGTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES IN LEXINGTON SOUTH CAROLINA

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In a message dated 12/3/2025 12:53:30 PM US Eastern Standard Time, lmth...@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov writes:

 

 

***URGENT If a dog’s hold date is expired then that means that THEY ARE AT A HIGHER RISK OF BEING EUTHANIZED. Our shelter is EXTREMELY FULL AND IT IS BECOMMING EVEN MORE URGENT DUE TO RENOVATIONS!! WE WILL BE SHORT 18 KENNELS FOR SEVERAL MORE WEEKS!!*** 

 

 

 

ID#: A053420 Penelope 

Sex: Female 

Breed: German Shepherd 

Color: Black and Tan 

Age: 6yrs 

Weight: 53.4 

Note: Penelope came into our shelter as a stray. This poor baby is so thin, and her nails are very long. Despite the maltreatment that she has received she is the sweetest girl that loves other dogs and walks great on leash! She is very calm and takes treats very gently!  

Intake date: 11/21 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!! IS ON THE E-LOG!!!** 

 

 

ID#: A053455 Draco 

Sex: Male 

Breed: Pit Bull 

Color: Blue with White 

Age: 1½yrs 

Weight: 34 

Note: Draco was surrendered to our shelter through a neglect investigation. This poor baby is severely emaciated. He has a BCS of 1/9 and his gums are very pale due to anemia. Despite his maltreatment he is very sweet and gentle! He walks great on leash, is very calm, and is perfect with other dogs! Draco is not doing well in the shelter environment and needs IMMEDIATE medical help. He is not gaining weight, and he is desperate for someone to give him the love that he deserves! 

Intake date: 11/24 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!! IS ON THE E-LOG!!!** 

 

 

ID#: A053460 Hope 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Lab/Hound mix 

Color: Black with White 

Age: 4yrs 

Weight: 41.6 

Note: Hope came into our shelter as a stray that was caught in a dog trap. This poor baby is so emaciated and is lactating. Sadly, no puppies have been found. Hope is so sweet and gentle, walks great on leash when encouraged, and is so good with other dogs. HW NEGATIVE!! Due to being in a stressful environment and lactating our sweet Hope is catching a cold, so we are even more desperate to save this precious girl. **$250 SPONSOR!!** 

Intake date: 11/24 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!! IS ON THE E-LOG!!!** 

 

 

ID#: A053490 Calypso 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Pt Bull mix 

Color: White with Blue Merle  

Age: 1 ½ yrs 

Weight: 56 

Note: Calypso came into our shelter as a stray. This sweet girl will steal your heart! She walks great on leash, is very treat motivated, loves to give sloppy kisses and enjoys being with other dogs!  

Intake date: 11/26 

Hold time ends: 12/05 

 

 

ID#: A053506 Jasper 

Sex:  Male  

Breed: Staffy 

Color: Cream with White 

Age: 1½yrs  

Weight: 44 

Note: Jasper was abandoned and then surrendered to us by a local neighbor. He is very scared due to the loud noises and new place. He likes things taken at a slow pace at first. However, he warms up very quickly and loves belly rubs, treats and extra strong scratches. He looks to have some allergy issues. He gives the BEST KISSES! 

Intake date: 11/26 

Hold time ends: 12/05 

 

 

ID#: A053509 Bosco 

Sex: Male 

Breed: Lab 

Color: Black with White 

Age: 10 months 

Weight: 45 

Note: Bosco came into our shelter as a stray that was caught in a dog trap. He is understandably nervous but is so very sweet and walks great on leash. Bosco is such a sweet boy with his new dog friends as well! 

Intake date: 11/27 

Hold time ends: 12/06 

 

 

ID#: A053518 Maggie 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Amer Staff mix 

Color: White with Brown Brindle 

Age: 3yrs 

Weight: 53 

Note: Maggie came into our shelter as a stray. This shy girl will steal your heart once she gets close to you! She walks great on leash, loves to try to be a lap dog and enjoys being around other dogs. 

Intake date: 11/30 

Hold time ends: 12/06 

 

 

ID#: A050800 Pawley 

Sex: Male Neutered 

Breed: Lab/Boxer mix 

Color: Black with White 

Age: 8 months 

Weight: 52.8 

Note: Pawley was surrendered to our shelter due to killing a cat in front of an autistic child that is now terrified of him. Pawley is the CUTEST guy EVER! He knows lots of basic commands, walks GREAT on leash, and LOVES other dogs!  

Intake date: 12/01 

Hold time ends: 12/01 

 

 

ID#: A026938 Bear 

Sex: Male Neutered 

Breed: Corgi/Dachshund mix 

Color: Black and Red 

Age: 8yrs 

Weight: 36.4 

Note: Bear came into our shelter as a stray and sadly his people never came looking for him. Bear is the HAPPIEST little guy EVER, LOVES other dogs, and walks great on leash! HW POSITIVE Can leave ASAP! 

Intake date: 11/22 

Hold time ends: 12/02 

 

Lexington County Services in Lexington, South Carolina is in need of assistance placing these dogs with a rescue! These are available to a 501c3 rescue only. We do exhaust every resource possible but unfortunately due to overcrowding dogs do become at risk of being euthanized. *WHILE HERE* in our care we can provide additional photos, video, vaccines, heartworm tests, health certificates, RABIES VACCINES or any behavioral assessments that may be needed. Please make sure all communication is done via email to so that we can keep track of all communications.  We do have a phone used for rescue to call during an emergency or when we are away from the office such as transporting. The phone number is 803-465-5726. We respond to rescue inquiries Monday through Friday 8am-5pm (EST) and it is checked regularly. We offer free transportation Monday through Friday during business hours locally which would be the area of Lexington County, City of Columbia, or Richland County. Our staff is very passionate about getting all of these wonderful dogs to safety and will help in any way possible! 

When inquiring about a dog, an animal ID number is required and not just their name. Include a note at the end of every email stating what rescue you are with. 

 

 

Lisa M. Thomas  Rescue/Adoptions Coordinator Lexington County Animal Services  m:  803-465-5726   a:  321 Ball Park Rd, Lexington, SC 29072  e: LCASR...@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov

 

 

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In a message dated 12/5/2025 3:58:02 PM US Eastern Standard Time, lmth...@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov writes:

 

 

***URGENT If a dog’s hold date is expired then that means that THEY ARE AT A HIGHER RISK OF BEING EUTHANIZED. Our shelter is EXTREMELY FULL AND IT IS BECOMMING EVEN MORE URGENT DUE TO RENOVATIONS!! WE WILL BE SHORT 18 KENNELS FOR SEVERAL MORE WEEKS!!*** 

 

 

 

ID#: A053455 Draco 

Sex: Male 

Breed: Pit Bull 

Color: Blue with White 

Age: 1½yrs 

Weight: 34 

Note: Draco was surrendered to our shelter through a neglect investigation. This poor baby is severely emaciated. He has a BCS of 1/9 and his gums are very pale due to anemia. Despite his maltreatment he is very sweet and gentle! He walks great on leash, is very calm, and is perfect with other dogs! Draco is not doing well in the shelter environment and needs IMMEDIATE medical help. He is not gaining weight, and he is desperate for someone to give him the love and medical attention that he deserves! HW POSITIVE 

Intake date: 11/24 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!! IS ON THE E-LOG FOR MONDAY MORNING @8AM!!!** 

 

 

ID#: A053490 Calypso 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Pt Bull mix 

Color: White with Blue Merle  

Age: 1 ½ yrs 

Weight: 56 

Note: Calypso came into our shelter as a stray. This sweet girl will steal your heart! She walks great on leash, is very treat motivated, loves to give sloppy kisses and enjoys being with other dogs!  

Intake date: 11/26 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

 

ID#: A053506 Jasper 

Sex:  Male  

Breed: Staffy 

Color: Cream with White 

Age: 1½yrs  

Weight: 44 

Note: Jasper was abandoned and then surrendered to us by a local neighbor. He is very scared due to the loud noises and new place. He likes things taken at a slow pace at first. However, he warms up very quickly and loves belly rubs, treats and extra strong scratches. He looks to have some allergy issues. He gives the BEST KISSES! 

Intake date: 11/26 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

 

ID#: A053509 Bosco 

Sex: Male 

Breed: Lab 

Color: Black with White 

Age: 10 months 

Weight: 45 

Note: Bosco came into our shelter as a stray that was caught in a dog trap. He is understandably nervous but is so very sweet and walks great on leash. Bosco is such a sweet boy with his new dog friends as well! HW NEGATIVE!! **$200 SPONSOR!!** 

Intake date: 11/27 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

 

ID#: A053518 Maggie 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Amer Staff mix 

Color: White with Brown Brindle 

Age: 3yrs 

Weight: 53 

Note: Maggie came into our shelter as a stray. This shy girl will steal your heart once she gets close to you! She walks great on leash, loves to try to be a lap dog and enjoys being around other dogs. 

Intake date: 11/30 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

 

ID#: A050800 Pawley 

Sex: Male Neutered 

Breed: Lab/Boxer mix 

Color: Black with White 

Age: 8 months 

Weight: 52.8 

Note: Pawley was surrendered to our shelter due to killing a cat in front of an autistic child that is now terrified of him. Pawley is the CUTEST guy EVER! He knows lots of basic commands, walks GREAT on leash, and LOVES other dogs!  

Intake date: 12/01 

Hold time ends: 12/01 

 

 

ID#: A053534 Kendra 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Mastiff 

Color: Sable with White 

Age: 9 months 

Weight: 60 

Note: Kendra came into our shelter as a stray. This young lady has had a terrible life so far and has no reason to be as sweet as she is, yet she is. Kendra has multiple wounds all over her body, some healing. The wounds are infected, and she may also have Demodex. We will do a skin scrape to determine her skin issues. She also has some lameness on her right rear leg. It looks as though she has an old femur fracture that has begun to heal. Radiographs will be done as well. Despite all of that she walks great on leash, is VERY loving, and is perfect with other dogs!  

Intake date: 12/03 

Hold time ends: 12/10 

 

 

ID#: A053536 Gwen 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Pit Bull mix 

Color: Black with White 

Age: 2yrs 

Weight: 38.8 

Note: Gwen came into our shelter as a stray. This cutie is very calm and gentle. She walks great on leash and loves other dogs! She very much loves being petted and being told how pretty she is! 

Intake date: 12/03 

Hold time ends: 12/10 

 

 

ID#: A053547 Estella 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Blue Lacy mix 

Color: Blue with White 

Age: 4yrs 

Weight: 49.4 

Note: Estella came into our shelter as a stray. This sweet girl has had a rough life. Despite that she is as sweet and gentle as can be. She is a tad timid but is easily won over and is so sweet with other dogs. She walks great on leash when encouraged! She absolutely LOVES peanut butter!  

Intake date: 12/04 

Hold time ends: 12/11 

 

 

ID#: A053560 Kiki 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Lab/Beagle mix 

Color: Tan with White 

Age: 2yrs 

Weight: 53 

Note: Kiki came into our shelter as a stray. She is a little quiet and cautious but once you earn her trust, she is very sweet and gentle. She walks great on leash and is excellent with other dogs!  

Intake date: 12/04 

Hold time ends: 12/11 

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In a message dated 12/8/2025 12:19:07 PM US Eastern Standard Time, cpend...@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov writes:

 

 

***URGENT If a dog’s hold date is expired then that means that THEY ARE AT A HIGHER RISK OF BEING EUTHANIZED. Our shelter is EXTREMELY FULL AND IT IS BECOMMING EVEN MORE URGENT DUE TO RENOVATIONS!! WE WILL BE SHORT 18 KENNELS FOR SEVERAL MORE WEEKS!!*** 

 

 

 

 

ID#: A053506 Jasper 

Sex:  Male  

Breed: Staffy 

Color: Cream with White 

Age: 1½yrs  

Weight: 44 

Note: Jasper was abandoned and then surrendered to us by a local neighbor. He is very scared due to the loud noises and new place. He likes things taken at a slow pace at first. However, he warms up very quickly and loves belly rubs, treats and extra strong scratches. He looks to have some allergy issues. He gives the BEST KISSES! 

Intake date: 11/26 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

 

ID#: A053509 Bosco 

Sex: Male 

Breed: Lab 

Color: Black with White 

Age: 10 months 

Weight: 45 

Note: Bosco came into our shelter as a stray that was caught in a dog trap. He is understandably nervous but is so very sweet and walks great on leash. Bosco is such a sweet boy with his new dog friends as well! HW NEGATIVE!! **$200 SPONSOR!!** 

Intake date: 11/27 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

 

ID#: A053581 Evergreen 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Black mouth cur/boxer mix 

Color: Tan with White 

Age: 1yr 

Weight: 43.8 

Note: This sweet girl came into our shelter as a stray. She is the sweetest girl who loves treats, other dogs, and people! She is a little shy on the leash but knows the perfect sit. 

Intake date: 12/06 

Hold time ends: 12/13 

 

ID#: A053584 Carlie 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Staffordshire mix 

Color: Fawn with White 

Age: 8 months 

Weight: 49 

Note: This beautiful girl came into the shelter as a stray. She loves people, treats, and toys! She also walk great on leash. 

Intake date: 12/06 

Hold time ends: 12/13 

 

ID#: A053580 Elf 

Sex: Male 

Breed: Huky/Shepard mix 

Color: Cream 

Age: 4yrs 

Weight: 64.2 

Note: Elf came into the shelter as a stray. He loves people and treats. He is also perfect on the leash and knows sit! 

Intake date: 12/06 

Hold time ends: 12/13 

Lexington County Services in Lexington, South Carolina is in need of assistance placing these dogs with a rescue! These are available to a 501c3 rescue only. We do exhaust every resource possible but unfortunately due to overcrowding dogs do become at risk of being euthanized. *WHILE HERE* in our care we can provide additional photos, video, vaccines, heartworm tests, health certificates, RABIES VACCINES or any behavioral assessments that may be needed. Please make sure all communication is done via email to so that we can keep track of all communications.  We do have a phone used for rescue to call during an emergency or when we are away from the office such as transporting. The phone number is 803-465-5726. We respond to rescue inquiries Monday through Friday 8am-5pm (EST) and it is checked regularly. We offer free transportation Monday through Friday during business hours locally which would be the area of Lexington County, City of Columbia, or Richland County. Our staff is very passionate about getting all of these wonderful dogs to safety and will help in any way possible! 

When inquiring about a dog, an animal ID number is required and not just their name. Include a note at the end of every email stating what rescue you are with. 

 

 

 

Courtney Pendleton  Administrative Assistant    Lexington County Animal Services c:  (803) 785-8149

a:  321 Ball Park Rd, Lexington, SC 29072

e: cpend...@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov

 

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In a message dated 12/9/2025 12:47:27 PM US Eastern Standard Time, cpend...@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov writes: 
 ***URGENT If a dog’s hold date is expired then that means that THEY ARE AT A HIGHER RISK OF BEING EUTHANIZED. Our shelter is EXTREMELY FULL AND IT IS BECOMMING EVEN MORE URGENT DUE TO RENOVATIONS!! WE WILL BE SHORT 18 KENNELS FOR SEVERAL MORE WEEKS!!***     ID#: A053506 Jasper Sex:  Male  Breed: Staffy Color: Cream with White Age: 1½yrs  Weight: 44 Note: Jasper was abandoned and then surrendered to us by a local neighbor. He is very scared due to the loud noises and new place. He likes things taken at a slow pace at first. However, he warms up very quickly and loves belly rubs, treats and extra strong scratches. He looks to have some allergy issues. He gives the BEST KISSES! Intake date: 11/26 Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!**   ID#: A053509 Bosco Sex: Male Breed: Lab Color: Black with White Age: 10 months Weight: 45 Note: Bosco came into our shelter as a stray that was caught in a dog trap. He is understandably nervous but is so very sweet and walks great on leash. Bosco is such a sweet boy with his new dog friends as well! HW NEGATIVE!! **$200 SPONSOR!!** Intake date: 11/27 Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!**  ID#: A050800 Pawley Sex: Male Neutered Breed: Lab/Boxer mix Color: Black with White Age: 8 months Weight: 52.8 Note: Pawley was surrendered to our shelter due to killing a cat in front of an autistic child that is now terrified of him. Pawley is the CUTEST guy EVER! He knows lots of basic commands, walks GREAT on leash, and LOVES other dogs!  Intake date: 12/01 Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!**  ID#: A053534 Kendra Sex: Female Breed: Mastiff Color: Sable with White Age: 9 months Weight: 60 Note: Kendra came into our shelter as a stray. This young lady has had a terrible life so far and has no reason to be as sweet as she is, yet she is. Kendra has multiple wounds all over her body, some healing. The wounds are infected, and she may also have Demodex. We will do a skin scrape to determine her skin issues. She also has some lameness on her right rear leg. It looks as though she has an old femur fracture that has begun to heal. Radiographs will be done as well. Despite all of that she walks great on leash, is VERY loving, and is perfect with other dogs!  Intake date: 12/03 Hold time ends: 12/10   ID#: A053536 Gwen Sex: Female Breed: Pit Bull mix Color: Black with White Age: 2yrs Weight: 38.8 Note: Gwen came into our shelter as a stray. This cutie is very calm and gentle. She walks great on leash and loves other dogs! She very much loves being petted and being told how pretty she is! Intake date: 12/03 Hold time ends: 12/10   ID#: A053547 Estella Sex: Female Breed: Blue Lacy mix Color: Blue with White Age: 4yrs Weight: 49.4 Note: Estella came into our shelter as a stray. This sweet girl has had a rough life. Despite that she is as sweet and gentle as can be. She is a tad timid but is easily won over and is so sweet with other dogs. She walks great on leash when encouraged! She absolutely LOVES peanut butter!  Intake date: 12/04 Hold time ends: 12/11   ID#: A053560 Kiki Sex: Female Breed: Lab/Beagle mix Color: Tan with White Age: 2yrs Weight: 53 Note: Kiki came into our shelter as a stray. She is a little quiet and cautious but once you earn her trust, she is very sweet and gentle. She walks great on leash and is excellent with other dogs!  Intake date: 12/04 Hold time ends: 12/11  ID#: A053581 Evergreen Sex: Female Breed: Black mouth cur/boxer mix Color: Tan with White Age: 1yr Weight: 43.8 Note: This sweet girl came into our shelter as a stray. She is the sweetest girl who loves treats, other dogs, and people! She is a little shy on the leash but knows the perfect sit. Intake date: 12/06 Hold time ends: 12/13  ID#: A053584 Carlie Sex: Female Breed: Staffordshire mix Color: Fawn with White Age: 8 months Weight: 49 Note: This beautiful girl came into the shelter as a stray. She loves people, treats, and toys! She also walk great on leash. Intake date: 12/06 Hold time ends: 12/13  ID#: A053580 Elf Sex: Male Breed: Huky/Shepard mix Color: Cream Age: 4yrs Weight: 64.2 Note: Elf came into the shelter as a stray. He loves people and treats. He is also perfect on the leash and knows sit! Intake date: 12/06 Hold time ends: 12/13  ID#: A053603 Lainey Sex: Female Breed:  Boxer/Lab Mix Color: White/Tan Age: 2yrs Weight: 56 Note: Lainey came into our shelter as a stray with a few small wounds on the right side of her neck. She is a very sweet girl who is perfect on leash and knows sit. Intake date: 12/08 Hold time ends: 12/15  ID#: A053603 Noelle Sex: Pregnant Female Breed:  Pointer Mix Color: Black/White Age: 2yrs Weight:  61.2 Note: Noelle came into our shelter as a stray. This girl is heavily pregnant. She is timid at first but once she warms up she's very sweet. She loves squeaky toys and treats! Intake date: 12/08 Hold time ends: 12/15  ID#: A053593 Athena  Sex: Female Breed: German Sheperd Color: Brown/Black Age: 6yrs Weight:  53.4 Note: Athea came into the shelter as a stray. She loves people and just wants to play! She sits on comand and walks perfect on leash.  Intake date: 12/08 Hold time ends: 12/15  ID#: A053600 Moe   Sex: Spayed Female Breed: Labrador Retr Color: Chocolate Age: 2yrs Weight:  84.8 Note: Moe came into our shelter as a owner surrender due to not getting along with the other dog in the home. Despite her not getting along with the other dogs in the home, she has done perfect with her kennel mate! She is shy but them once she's out of the kennel she all wants is to be in your lap! Intake date: 12/08 Hold time ends: 12/08       Lexington County Services in Lexington, South Carolina is in need of assistance placing these dogs with a rescue! These are available to a 501c3 rescue only. We do exhaust every resource possible but unfortunately due to overcrowding dogs do become at risk of being euthanized. *WHILE HERE* in our care we can provide additional photos, video, vaccines, heartworm tests, health certificates, RABIES VACCINES or any behavioral assessments that may be needed. Please make sure all communication is done via email to so that we can keep track of all communications.  We do have a phone used for rescue to call during an emergency or when we are away from the office such as transporting. The phone number is 803-465-5726. We respond to rescue inquiries Monday through Friday 8am-5pm (EST) and it is checked regularly. We offer free transportation Monday through Friday during business hours locally which would be the area of Lexington County, City of Columbia, or Richland County. Our staff is very passionate about getting all of these wonderful dogs to safety and will help in any way possible! When inquiring about a dog, an animal ID number is required and not just their name. Include a note at the end of every email stating what rescue you are with.    

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In a message dated 12/10/2025 12:59:18 PM US Eastern Standard Time, cpend...@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov writes:

 

 

***URGENT If a dog’s hold date is expired then that means that THEY ARE AT A HIGHER RISK OF BEING EUTHANIZED. Our shelter is EXTREMELY FULL AND IT IS BECOMMING EVEN MORE URGENT DUE TO RENOVATIONS!! WE WILL BE SHORT 18 KENNELS FOR SEVERAL MORE WEEKS!!*** 

 

ID#: A0532015 Sandy  

Sex: Spayed Female  

Breed: Chihuahua Mix 

Color: White/Brown  

Age:  4 years 

Weight: 15.8 

Note: Sandy came into the shelter owner surrendered due to her not getting along with their family. Since she has been at the shelter, she wants to do nothing but climb in your lap. She is so incredibly sweet and good with other dogs. She is currently at risk due to her needing daily medication for seizures. Medical history is available and can be sent to anyone inquiring. 

Intake date: 12/09 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

ID#: A050800 Pawley 

Sex: Male Neutered 

Breed: Lab/Boxer mix 

Color: Black with White 

Age: 8 months 

Weight: 52.8 

Note: Pawley was surrendered to our shelter due to killing a cat in front of an autistic child that is now terrified of him. Pawley is the CUTEST guy EVER! He knows lots of basic commands, walks GREAT on leash, and LOVES other dogs!  

Intake date: 12/01 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

ID#: A053534 Kendra 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Mastiff 

Color: Sable with White 

Age: 9 months 

Weight: 60 

Note: Kendra came into our shelter as a stray. This young lady has had a terrible life so far and has no reason to be as sweet as she is, yet she is. Kendra has multiple wounds all over her body, some healing. The wounds are infected, and she may also have Demodex. We will do a skin scrape to determine her skin issues. She also has some lameness on her right rear leg. It looks as though she has an old femur fracture that has begun to heal. Radiographs will be done as well. Despite all of that she walks great on leash, is VERY loving, and is perfect with other dogs!  

Intake date: 12/03 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

ID#: A053547 Estella 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Blue Lacy mix 

Color: Blue with White 

Age: 4yrs 

Weight: 49.4 

Note: Estella came into our shelter as a stray. This sweet girl has had a rough life. Despite that she is as sweet and gentle as can be. She is a tad timid but is easily won over and is so sweet with other dogs. She walks great on leash when encouraged! She absolutely LOVES peanut butter!  

Intake date: 12/04 

Hold time ends: 12/11 

 

ID#: A053560 Kiki 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Lab/Beagle mix 

Color: Tan with White 

Age: 2yrs 

Weight: 53 

Note: Kiki came into our shelter as a stray. She is a little quiet and cautious but once you earn her trust, she is very sweet and gentle. She walks great on leash and is excellent with other dogs!  

Intake date: 12/04 

Hold time ends: 12/11 

 

ID#: A053581 Evergreen 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Black mouth cur/boxer mix 

Color: Tan with White 

Age: 1yr 

Weight: 43.8 

Note: This sweet girl came into our shelter as a stray. She is the sweetest girl who loves treats, other dogs, and people! She is a little shy on the leash but knows the perfect sit. 

Intake date: 12/06 

Hold time ends: 12/13 

 

ID#: A053584 Carlie 

Sex: Pregnant Female 

Breed: Staffordshire mix 

Color: Fawn with White 

Age: 8 months 

Weight: 49 

Note: This beautiful girl came into the shelter as a stray. She loves people, treats, and toys! She also walk great on leash. She is also PREGNANT! 

Intake date: 12/06 

Hold time ends: 12/13 

 

ID#: A053580 Elf 

Sex: Male 

Breed: Huky/Shepard mix 

Color: Cream 

Age: 4yrs 

Weight: 64.2 

Note: Elf came into the shelter as a stray. He loves people and treats. He is also perfect on the leash and knows sit! 

Intake date: 12/06 

Hold time ends: 12/13 

 

ID#: A053603 Lainey 

Sex: Female 

Breed:  Boxer/Lab Mix 

Color: White/Tan 

Age: 2yrs 

Weight: 56 

Note: Lainey came into our shelter as a stray with a few small wounds on the right side of her neck. She is a very sweet girl who is perfect on leash and knows sit. 

Intake date: 12/08 

Hold time ends: 12/15 

 

ID#: A053598 Noelle & 7 Babies! A053623-29 

Sex: Female (5) Male (1)  

Breed: Pointer Mix 

Color: Black and white &   

Age:  2 Years & 1 day (puppies) 

Weight: 61.2 

Note: Noelle is a sweet mama with six newborn puppies! She’s a little shy but is an excellent mom and will even let you hold her babies. She’s still on stray hold, but the puppies are vulnerable and may be available for placement early to ensure their safety and well-being  

Intake date: 12/08 

Hold time ends: 12/15 

 

ID#: A053593 Athena  

Sex: Female 

Breed: German Sheperd 

Color: Brown/Black 

Age: 6yrs 

Weight:  53.4 

Note: Athea came into the shelter as a stray. She loves people and just wants to play! She sits on comand and walks perfect on leash.  

Intake date: 12/08 

Hold time ends: 12/15 

 

ID#: A053600 Moe   

Sex: Spayed Female 

Breed: Labrador Retr 

Color: Chocolate 

Age: 2yrs 

Weight:  84.8 

Note: Moe came into our shelter as a owner surrender due to not getting along with the other dog in the home. Despite her not getting along with the other dogs in the home, she has done perfect with her kennel mate! She is shy but them once she's out of the kennel she all wants is to be in your lap! 

Intake date: 12/08 

Hold time ends: 12/08 

 

ID#: A053609 Kilo   

Sex: Male 

Breed: Dutch Shapard Mix 

Color: Br Brindle/White 

Age: 1 Years 

Weight:  50.8 

Note: Kilo came to the shelter as a stray. He’s a little timid at first, but once he’s out of his kennel, he’s all love. Enjoying people, other dogs, toys, treats, and he even knows how to sit! He also walks well on a leash. 

Intake date: 12/09 

Hold time ends: 12/17 

 

Lexington County Services in Lexington, South Carolina is in need of assistance placing these dogs with a rescue! These are available to a 501c3 rescue only. We do exhaust every resource possible but unfortunately due to overcrowding dogs do become at risk of being euthanized. *WHILE HERE* in our care we can provide additional photos, video, vaccines, heartworm tests, health certificates, RABIES VACCINES or any behavioral assessments that may be needed. Please make sure all communication is done via email to so that we can keep track of all communications.  We do have a phone used for rescue to call during an emergency or when we are away from the office such as transporting. The phone number is 803-465-5726. We respond to rescue inquiries Monday through Friday 8am-5pm (EST) and it is checked regularly. We offer free transportation Monday through Friday during business hours locally which would be the area of Lexington County, City of Columbia, or Richland County. Our staff is very passionate about getting all of these wonderful dogs to safety and will help in any way possible! 

When inquiring about a dog, an animal ID number is required and not just their name. Include a note at the end of every email stating what rescue you are with. 

 

 

 

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In a message dated 12/12/2025 2:54:05 PM US Eastern Standard Time, cpend...@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov writes:

 

 

***URGENT If a dog’s hold date is expired then that means that THEY ARE AT A HIGHER RISK OF BEING EUTHANIZED. Our shelter is EXTREMELY FULL AND IT IS BECOMMING EVEN MORE URGENT DUE TO RENOVATIONS!! WE WILL BE SHORT 18 KENNELS FOR SEVERAL MORE WEEKS!!*** 

 

ID#: A050800 Pawley 

Sex: Male Neutered 

Breed: Lab/Boxer mix 

Color: Black with White 

Age: 8 months 

Weight: 52.8 

Note: Pawley was surrendered to our shelter due to not getting along with cats. 

 Pawley is the CUTEST guy EVER! He knows lots of basic commands, walks GREAT  

on leash, and LOVES other dogs!  

Intake date: 12/01 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

ID#: A053534 Kendra 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Mastiff 

Color: Sable with White 

Age: 9 months 

Weight: 60 

Note: Kendra came into our shelter as a stray. This young lady has Demodex which  

can be transformed with a little extra love (regular baths and good food).  

Our veterinarian did X-rays and determined she had an old femur fracture 

 in her right rear leg that has fully healed on its own. She walks GREAT on a leash. 

 Is very sweet and LOVES other dogs! 

Intake date: 12/03 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

ID#: A053600 Moe   

Sex: Spayed Female 

Breed: Labrador Retr 

Color: Chocolate 

Age: 2yrs 

Weight:  84.8 

Note: Moe came into our shelter as a owner surrender due to not getting along with the other dog in the home. Despite her not getting along with the other dogs in the home, she has done perfect with her kennel mate! She is shy but them once she's out of the kennel she all wants is to be in your lap! 

Intake date: 12/08 

Hold time ends:**IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

ID#: A053560 Kiki 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Lab/Beagle mix 

Color: Tan with White 

Age: 2yrs 

Weight: 53 

Note: Kiki came into our shelter as a stray. She is a little quiet and cautious but once you earn her trust, she is very sweet and gentle. She walks great on leash and is excellent with other dogs!  

Intake date: 12/04 

Hold time ends:**IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!! OUT OF TIME!!** 

 

ID#: A053598 Noelle & 7 Babies! A053623-29 

Sex: Female (5) Male (3)  

Breed: Pointer Mix 

Color: Black and white &   

Age:  2 Years & 1 day (puppies) 

Weight: 61.2 

Note: Noelle is a sweet mama with six newborn puppies! She’s a little shy but is an excellent mom and will even let you hold her babies. She’s still on stray hold, but the puppies are vulnerable and may be available for placement early to ensure their safety and well-being  

Intake date: 12/08 

Hold time ends: 12/15 

(Individual Photos available) 

ID#: A053649 Piper & 8 Babies! A053650-57 

Sex: Female (5) Male (4)  

Breed: Labrador Mix 

Color: Black/white & Brown/white   

Age:  3 Years & 5 weeks (puppies) 

Weight: 50.3 

Note: Piper and her babies came into the shelter after being found in an abandoned house. Piper is a very sweet girl who walks good on leash and loves her babies. When she came in our officer notice she was limbing that our vet then determined it is an old left tibia fracture. The injury is fully healed and doesn't cause her any pain.  

Intake date: 12/11 

Hold time ends: 12/18 

 

ID#: A053581 Evergreen 

Sex: Female 

Breed: Black mouth cur/boxer mix 

Color: Tan with White 

Age: 1yr 

Weight: 43.8 

Note: This sweet girl came into our shelter as a stray. She is the sweetest girl who loves treats, other dogs, and people! She is a little shy on the leash but knows the perfect sit. 

Intake date: 12/06 

Hold time ends: 12/13 

 

ID#: A053584 Carlie 

Sex: Pregnant Female 

Breed: Staffordshire mix 

Color: Fawn with White 

Age: 8 months 

Weight: 49 

Note: This beautiful girl came into the shelter as a stray. She loves people, treats, and toys! She also walk great on leash. She is also PREGNANT! 

Intake date: 12/06 

Hold time ends: 12/13 

 

ID#: A053603 Lainey 

Sex: Female 

Breed:  Boxer/Lab Mix 

Color: White/Tan 

Age: 2yrs 

Weight: 56 

Note: Lainey came into our shelter as a stray with a few small wounds on the right side of her neck. She is a very sweet girl who is perfect on leash and knows sit. 

Intake date: 12/08 

Hold time ends: 12/15 

 

ID#: A053609 Kilo   

Sex: Male 

Breed: Dutch Shapard Mix 

Color: Br Brindle/White 

Age: 1 Years 

Weight:  50.8 

Note: Kilo came to the shelter as a stray. He’s a little timid at first, but once he’s out of his kennel, he’s all love. Enjoying people, other dogs, toys, treats, and he even knows how to sit! He also walks well on a leash. 

Intake date: 12/09 

Hold time ends: 12/16 

 

ID#: A053642 Fig  

Sex: Female 

Breed: Am bulldog mix 

Color: Br Brindle/White 

Age: 3 Years 

Weight:  59 

Note: Fig came into our shelter as a stray. She is very fearful in the shelter but once she is in a quiet room she just wants to cuddle! She wasn't sure about the leash but once you start walking, she will follow you anywhere! 

Intake date: 12/10 

Hold time ends: 12/17 

 

ID#: A053648 Gus  

Sex: Neutered Male 

Breed: Yorkie Mix 

Color: White 

Age: 10+ 

Weight:  8.4 

Note: Gus came into our shelter as a stray. Gus is very calm and sweet. He will need a good grooming and lots of loves. We believe he is blind and deaf. 

Intake date: 12/11 

Hold time ends: 12/18 

 

ID#: A053659 Jax 

Sex: Male 

Breed: Amer Bulldog Mix 

Color: White/ Br Brindle 

Age: 1 year 

Weight:  74.6 

Note: Gus came into our shelter has a stray. He is the happiest boy who loves to play. Jax walks great on a leash and know sit! 

Intake date: 12/11 

Hold time ends: 12/18 

 

ID#: A053661 Finn 

Sex: Male 

Breed: Germ Shepard mix 

Color: Black/Tan 

Age: 4 years 

Weight:  53.8 

Note: Finn came to the shelter as a stray. He’s very scared here, but he loves people, walks well on a leash, and just wants to climb into your lap. He has some hair loss and scabbing on his back, but nothing a few good baths can’t help. 

Intake date: 12/11 

Hold time ends: 12/18 

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