revised-- DOGS IN URGENT NEED LEXINGTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES IN LEXINGTON SOUTH CAROLINA

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In a message dated 2/26/2026 3:08:12 PM US Eastern Standard Time, cpend...@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov writes:

 

  

  URGENT: We are currently over capacity and beginning next week we will be losing 18 kennels due to renovations. All animals who have passed their hold times are currently at risk. Firm commitments with pickup dates are needed to prevent euthanasia. 

 

 

Name: Cuzzo (name on microchip) 
ID: A054473 
Breed: Gray and White American Staffordshire 
Age: 4 years 
Sex: Male 
Weight: 62 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Negative 

Notes: Cuzzo came into the shelter as a stray. At intake, he was very scared and would not walk. He allows staff to handle him without any issues, and after a few days he has started to trust us more. He is beginning to move around and walk with us as he gains confidence. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   
 

 

Name: Jasmine Mae + Her 3 black and white babies! 
ID: A054482 
Breed: Tan & Black German Shepherd 
Age: 2 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 49.4 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Negative 

Notes:  

Jasmine Mae came to the shelter as a stray. She can be a bit wary when having a leash put on, but once it’s secured she walks well.  

Jasmine Mae has since given birth to three puppies who are now 1 day old. She has become very protective of them, as expected, and is focused on caring for her newborns. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Alice 
ID: A054308 
Breed: Black and White Labrador Retriever Mix 
Age: 3 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 50lbs 
Heartworm Status: Positive 

Notes: Alice was surrendered by her previous owner because the owner could no longer care for her. Alice has shown food aggression toward staff when food is involved; however, outside of food-related situations she is very sweet and affectionate. She is also dog friendly. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Baloo 
ID: A054492 
Breed: Black and White Boxer Mix 
Age: 4 years 
Sex: Male 
Weight: 67 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Negative 

Notes: Baloo was surrendered by his previous owner due to reported aggression. Since arriving at the shelter, he has been kenneled with other dogs with no issues, and staff have not observed any signs of aggression. Baloo knows sit and shake and walks perfectly on a leash. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Sayla 
ID: A054323 
Breed: Brown and White Husky 
Age: 4 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 52.6 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Negative 

Notes: Sayla was owner-surrendered following a very minor bite that barely broke the skin. Since being in our care, she has done well with both people and dogs. True to husky form, she can be a little dramatic during vet procedures, but her overall temperament has been affectionate, playful, and easygoing. She is very social and loves attention. She has recently shown food aggression toward people and will need proper management and structure around feeding times in her future home.

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: River 
ID: A054564 
Breed: Brindle/Brown Boxer Mix 
Age: 4 years 
Sex: Male 
Weight: 58 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Positive 

Note: River came in as a stray. He is a very sweet, dog-friendly boy who wiggles with excitement when he’s happy. He loves treats and enjoys attention.  

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Charlie 
ID: A054575 
Breed: Sable/White Carolina Dog 
Age: 3 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 37.8 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Negative 

Note: Charlie came in as a stray. She walks well on a leash and is dog-friendly. She is more outgoing with other dogs and is very sweet and calm outside of her kennel. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Ruth 
ID: A054627 
Breed: Black and White Staffordshire Mix 
Age: Around 6 years 
Sex: Male 
Weight: 36 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Positive 

Note: Ruth came in as a stray. He is the calmest boy who walks perfectly on a leash. He is dog-friendly and loves attention from people. Let staff heartworm test him without having to be held. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Elmer 
ID: A054632 
Breed: Black Lab Mix 
Age: 4 years 
Sex: Male 
Weight: 58 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Positive 

Note: Elmer came in as a stray. He loves treats and is very sweet but extremely scared in the shelter environment. He does not walk on a leash and completely freezes, so staff currently carry him around the shelter. He is dog-friendly, and we are currently working with him to help him become more comfortable and build his confidence. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Mochi 
ID: A054623 
Breed: Brown Brindle and White Boxer Mix 
Age: 4 months 
Sex: Male 
Weight: 23.2 lbs 
Heartworm Status: (not tested due to age, if applicable) 

Note: Mochi came in as a stray. He is a very scared puppy and does not seem very familiar with people. He is terrified in the shelter environment but is very sweet. He is dog-friendly, and we are currently working with him to help him become more comfortable and build confidence. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Gloria 
ID: A054644 
Breed: Fawn Staffordshire 
Age: 2 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 46.4 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Negative 

Note: Gloria came into our shelter as a stray. She is very loving and very treat motivated. She walks on a leash no problem, but is slightly timid. Once she feel comfortable, she opens up very quickly.  

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Callie 
Breed: White & Brindle Plott Hound / Pointer Mix 
Age: 6 years 
Sex: Female (Spayed) 
Weight: 41.8 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Positive 

Note: Callie is a very sweet older lady who was owner surrendered due to her owner experiencing personal medical issues. She is house trained and crate trained, and has a calm, gentle personality. Callie would make a wonderful, easy companion for someone looking for a loving and well-mannered girl to share their home with. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Moose 
ID: A054650 
Breed: Brown Merle Staffordshire Mix 
Age: Adult 
Sex: Male 
Weight: 66 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Positive 

Note: Moose is a very calm and gentle boy who loves pets and attention. He does well with other dogs and is very treat motivated. Moose has a sweet, easygoing personality 

Hold Time Ends: 2/27 

 

Name: Maple 
ID: A054684 
Breed: Red and White Husky 
Age: 8 months 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 49.8 lbs 
Heartworm Status: Negative 

Note: Maple came in as a stray. She is very playful and vocal. She is also dog friendly with alot of puppy energy. 

Hold Time Ends: 2/28 

 

Name: Russ A054743 
Breed: Tan and Cream Staffordshire Mix 
Age: 8 months 
Sex: Male 
Weight: 33.4 lbs 
HW Status: Negative 

Note: Russ came into the shelter as a stray. He is very scared in the shelter environment but has the sweetest smile when getting attention. He is good with other dogs and walks well on a leash. 

Hold Time Ends: 3/02 

 

Name: 9 Puppies A054727–A054735 
Breed: Treeing Walker Coonhound Mix 
Age: 4 weeks 
Sex: 3 Males / 6 Females 
Weight: 3–4 lbs each 

Note: These 9 puppies came into the shelter as strays without their mother. They are approximately 4 weeks old and will need appropriate neonatal/puppy care. 

Hold Time Ends: 3/02 

 

Name: Brianna A054726 
Breed: Great Pyrenees 
Age: 8 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 54.5 lbs 
HW Status: Positive 

Note: Brianna came into the shelter as a stray. She has very matted fur but is a very sweet girl who loves treats and walks. She is perfect on leash and is dog-friendly. 

Hold Time Ends: 3/02 

 

Name: Tommy A050180 
Breed: Cream and White Pit Bull Mix 
Age: 1 year 10 months 
Sex: Neutered Male 
Weight: 40.4 lbs 
HW Status: Negative 

Note: Tommy was surrendered due to owner issues and came into the shelter with Roxxie. He is very social, dog-friendly, walks well on a leash, loves treats, and did perfect for his heartworm test. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Roxxie A053856 
Breed: White and Brown Pit Bull Mix 
Age: 1 year 2 months 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 37.2 lbs 
HW Status: Negative 

Note: Roxxie was surrendered due to owner issues and came into the shelter with “Tommy.” She is dog-friendly and a little more nervous than Tommy but walks well on a leash and enjoys treats. She was perfect for her heartworm test. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Kelly A054750 
Breed: Red and White Staffordshire Mix 
Age: 3 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 35.2 lbs 
HW Status: Pending 

Note: Kelly came into the shelter as a stray. She is dog-friendly and walks well on a leash. She can be a little nervous at first but warms up with a little time out of her kennel. 

Hold Time Ends: 3/03 

 

Name: Leonard A054748 
Breed: Tan Shih Tzu 
Age: Senior 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 9 lbs 
HW Status: Negative 

Vet Notes: Senior dog with severe dental disease and significant caudal alopecia. QAR-H, eating and drinking well. Corneal pigmentation and scarring present with moderate thick yellow discharge — possible chronic KCS. Eyes cleaned. Rx BNP ophthalmic ointment OU BID–TID while in shelter. 

Note: Leonard came into the shelter as a stray. She startles easily, but once she realizes who you are, she loves pets and attention. She is a very sweet senior girl. 

Hold Time Ends: 3/03 

 

Name: Maggie A054651 
Breed: White Bulldog 
Age: 6 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 41.6 lbs 
HW Status: Positive 

Note: Maggie is developing a skin condition on her feet. She is very sweet but scared, walks on a leash, and is very calm. She enjoys attention but does scratch. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!** 

 

Name: Matilda A054761 
Breed: Blue and White Staffordshire Mix 
Age: 4 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 41.4 lbs 
HW Status: Positive 

Note: Matilda came into the shelter as a stray. She is dog-friendly, will walk on a leash with motivation, loves to cuddle and give kisses, and remained calm — wagging her tail the entire time during testing. 

Hold Time Ends: 3/04 

 

Name: Velma A054760 
Breed: Tricolor Pit Bull Mix 
Age: 3 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 60 lbs 
HW Status: Positive 

Note: Velma came into the shelter as a stray. She has a lot of puppy energy, loves to play, and adores toys and treats. She is also dog-friendly. 

Hold Time Ends: 3/04 

 

Name: Bella A054539 
Breed: Black Boxer / Lab Mix 
Age: 2 years 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 53 lbs 
HW Status: Negative 

Note: Bella came into the shelter as an owner surrender after scratching her elderly owner. She is the sweetest girl who sits, walks well on a leash, loves attention, and is dog-friendly. 

Hold time ends: **IN DANGER!! NEEDS RESCUE ASAP!!**   

 

Name: Coco A054704 
Breed: Black Labrador Retriever Mix 
Age: 8 weeks 
Sex: Female 
Weight: 11.2 lbs 

Note: Coco came into the shelter as a stray after being found in a parking lot. She is a very sweet and playful puppy. 

Hold Time Ends: 3/02 

 

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. 

 

 

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