If you have the heart for adoption, don't let fear stand in the way. -Doug Chapman
Westies and Children
We do not usually place a rescued Westie in a family with children under seven years of age. We often do not know the background information pertaining to each Westie's previous experiences with children. And sometimes when we do know the dog's background, we find the Westie has been placed into rescue because of problems with children.
For the safety of your children or grandchildren, our policy is to not place Westies into homes with young children.
Adoption Costs
Rescuing Westies are not "free". Most rescue Westies require medical attention as many have not had any recent medical attention in their previous situation. There are the costs of a complete health examination, immunizations, parasite control, dental care, boarding, and required medical treatments. Also, spaying or neutering is required if the previous owners did not take care of this most important part of responsible pet ownership.
None of this is free but these costs are essential to ensure that our rescued Westies are healthy and adoptable. This is why we request a donation of $500.00 ‐ $1,000.00 for each adoption, to help us cover these costs.
Since we are an all‐volunteer and non‐profit organization, all donations received are used for the purpose of rescuing, providing medical care and placing homeless Westies into new forever homes.
Apply to WRAP Adoption
Step 1: Click on the WRAP ADOPTION APPLICATION button
Step 2: Download and complete your WRAP ADOPTION APPLICATION
Step 3: Enter your contact information with a brief message (e.g., best time to contact you)
If you prefer, you can mail your completed WRAP ADOPTION APPLICATION to:
Westie Rescue & Placement of N. Calif.
ATTN: Barbara Mordy
1891 Main St.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Opus
Hello my name is Opus. I came to WRAP because my family could no longer take care of me because of my severe allergies. They did everything they could to get me to stop chewing and scratching and I just couldn’t. Otherwise I was the perfect boy he was cuddly, loving, active, gentle, sweet, and well behaved. I like chase games, playing with toys and going for walks. I’m living with my forever family now and I’m doing very well my mom is a doggy doctor and so she keeps my itching under control. I feel better now. I have a doggy sibling to play with.
Rescues Over The Years
- 2016
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- 2018
- 2019
- 2020
- 2021
- 2022
- 2023
Lucy & Charlie Brown
Hi I am Lucy the Yorkie and I’m Charlie the Westie. I'm 9 and my brother is 8.
Our family couldn't take care of us any more because of all the kids and commotion in the house so we came to WRAP.
We have a great new mom and dad and no kids. We like our house, yard and walks. Now we are very happy and still together…Hooray!
Sherlock
Hello my name is Sherlock.
I came to WRAP because my mommy and daddy had a human baby and I didn’t like the new baby so much.
My new Mommy is really nice and I have a great big yard. I get to chase squirrels when ever they come in the yard. I have a really nice home now and my mommy doesn’t have any babies except for me…that’s just the way I like it!
Sophie
My name is Sophie.
I love to sit next to you and cuddle while you’re watching TV or reading a book. I like to go for walks and sniff, but most of all I like belly rubs. I am very gentle and like to give kisses. I am a wonderful sweet little girl!
My new mommy came today…I am adopted and I have a new forever family!
Ayla
Hello my name is Ayla. I am 12 years young.
When I came to rescue I had some serious issues with my ears but everybody’s working on getting my ears better.
I like my belly rubs. I always seem to be hungry and can be a little demanding when I want something. They say I am full of Westitude and spunk…I think I’m very sweet and loving too!
Zach
Hi my name is Zack.
They found me wandering around on the streets and I ended up in doggie jail. I was really dirty and had a bad skin infection. Then someone from WRAP came and rescued me.
The WRAP volunteer took me to a foster home where I got a nice bath and I felt better right away. I feel much better now even though I have to get a lot of baths and take medicine. I enjoy playing with the other doggies that live here.
I’m looking forward to going to my forever home.
Duffy
Hi my name is Duffy. I’m a 10-year-old West Highland White Terrier.
I came to rescue because my mommy died and my daddy could no longer take care of me. I am being cared for by a WRAP Foster Family while they find me a new forever home.
I’m a very nice boy and I’m very well behaved (my original mommy taught me good manners). I like to snuggle, cuddle and give kisses. I love to go on walks…I get very excited when it’s time for a walk. Now I’m very happy!
Snickers
Hi… my name is Snickers. I’m just a nine month old furbaby.
I got lost from my family and I ended up in doggie jail . Finally WRAP came and got me out.
I started coughing at my foster home (must have caught something at the shelter…called “kennel cough”). So I had to wait a couple weeks to go to my forever home.
I am now in my forever home and I’m so glad! I have a nice sister and we play all the time.
Henry
Hi, I am Henry.
My first mom got me as a furbaby, then she had human babies. I didn’t like them much. She decided to it would be better for me to be in a home with no young children.
I am now in a new forever home where I can sleep on the bed and couch. I also have a nice yard and I get to go for walks and to the beach. I love my new family.
Dawnie
Hi I’m Dawnie and I’m a Yorkie Westie mix.
My mommy died and I’m very sad. Lucky for me, WRAP picked me up and took me to the doggie doctor.
I love my new home. There’s a boy there that throws my toys for me so I can chase them and bring them back we had so much fun. And mom and dad were nice too. I think I’m going to really like it here. Everybody says I’m just the sweetest and cuddliest little girl ever!
Sherman
Hello my name is Sherman. I’m not quite one-year-old
My mommy couldn’t keep me… I was too energetic for her to handle so she asked Westie Rescue to find me a new home.
I’m a very good boy…house trained and everything. Plus, I love people and I love other dogs.
I now have a lovely home with two sisters that are doggies too. My new mom and dad have a special door just for doggies to use to go outside. I’m very happy where I am.
Hamish
Hi I am Hamish. I am 10 years old.
My family lost their home and my daddy got very sick. I traveled a long way to get to Westie rescue so I could find a new furever home. A lot of people helped me along the way.
I now have a wonderful home with a mom who takes me out for several walks every day. I love my new Mom sooo much.
Walt & Flora
Hi, we are Walt (14) and Flora (8)
We came to rescue because our Mom and Dad got a divorce and neither could take care of us.
We now have a happy home and a new 12 year old doggy brother, Duncan. We make a happy threesome and like our yard and walks. We love our new home so much.
Jenny
Hi I’m Jenny. I am a sweet, friendly Westie girl.
I ended up in a local shelter after being abandoned and then surrendered by some people that found me but could not take care of me. I was shaved by the shelter staff due to my serious skin problems (including mats and hair loss).
I was in a foster home where I spent months being rehabilitated. My foster dad fell in love with me and HE adopted me!
Becker
Hi this is Becker I’m 12 years old.
I came to WRAP because my mom could no longer take care of me and the person that had been helping her thought I should have a forever home. I’m feeling much better these days.
I now have a wonderful new home. I have a brother(he is a Westie like me) and I like him very much. We get to go for walks and play with toys. It’s very nice to have a loving family.
Annabelle
Hi I am Annabelle and I am 10 years old.
I came to WRAP with my brother Jack. Mom was having trouble taking care of me, Jack and the human kids so they asked WRAP to find us a new home.
I’m very cuddly and affectionate. I also am very protective of my brother Jack. I am a petite little girl but don’t let that fool you… I am in charge!
We have a wonderful new home now out in the country and a new brother to boot!
Jack
Hi my name is Jack.
My mom and dad had two toddlers and they were afraid that my sister or myself might hurt one of the children plus mom was becoming overwhelmed with the care of all of us. That is why I came to WRAP with my sister Annabelle.
They say I am a personable boy and quite chatty…I have an opinion on a lot of things. I also like to howl.
Annabelle and I now have a new home and are very happy.
Maggie
Hi my name is Maggie and I’m a Westie-Poo.
I’ve already had two families… I got lost from my first family and my second family said I had too much energy for them (what did they expect…I just turned a-year-old). They decided to give me to WRAP.
WRAP found me a really nice family. I have a brother who I can play with all the time. I also have a mom, a dad and a human sister. My human sister has a dog too and I can play with that doggie all the time too because they live next-door.
I think I’m going to be very happy.
Gemma
I am a beautiful little girl from an East Bay shelter. However, I have a bad skin infection and hair loss.
I was in a WRAP foster home and had months of recovery. I was spayed and had some lumps removed also.
They say I am a sweet girl. I like to play with toys and play with my Westie foster sister. My foster Mom is adopting me I am so happy!
Kiki
Hi, I am Kiki.
I came from a Northern California shelter. I had a massive skin infection and hair loss. I also had two malignant mammary tumors and a cyst which was also malignant.
I had surgery to remove the masses and I am getting follow up care. I am doing very well and improving daily. I had a long recovery but had a wonderful and committed foster family, and guess what they are adopting me.
I love to play with toys and with my sisters. I am also a good helper in the kitchen!
Riley
Hi, I’m Riley. I am about 6-7 years old and a Wauzer (pronounced Wow-zer…part Westie, part Schnauzer).
I came to WRAP from a northern California shelter.
I am loving, playful, & very sweet. I like to go for walks and play with toys. I know how to sit, go down and roll over.
I have a lovely new family!
Hunter
Hello my name is Hunter and I’m a 12 year young boy. My Mom couldn’t take care of me anymore.
I recently came to WRAP and off I went to the vet for a check up. It turned out I am in great shape!
I was trained as a service dog so I’m a very good boy. My adoption is done and I am now with my very own new family!
Keira
Hi there…I’m Keira, a senior girl from a Central Valley Shelter.
I am about 80% blind, deaf, have some weakness in my back legs and am incontinent. I have been visiting the vet so I am getting better.
I have already improved just with antibiotics to address some infections, and I am on pain medicine to deal with my pain issues. I am in a long-term foster home where I will spend my remaining days... getting lots of care and love!
Harley
Hi my name is Harley.
I was a stray in the Sacramento area. I was really dirty and matted when a Good Samaritan found me and took me to the shelter so I could get medical treatment. I was very, very sick. Once I was well enough someone from WRAP came and got me. Boy, was I glad to get out of that shelter place.
WRAP found me a wonderful home near the beach so I can go walking on the beach every day if I want. I have two canine siblings. My new mom loves cuddles just like me.
Bryce
Hi my name is Bryce.
I went stray out in the Central Valley and when my owner came to the shelter she said she didn't want me anymore. The shelter contacted my breeder and she came and got me. She made sure I had all my shots and she got me all cleaned up because I was really dirty and matted. She called WRAP.
WRAP found me a new home. I now have a wonderful home with a big yard with squirrels. I am so happy now.
Maarten
Hi I am Maarten.
I lived in Southern California with my Mom and Dad for 10 years, then they had a baby. I wasn’t too fond of her, so Mom and Dad worried I might hurt her so they gave me to WRAP.
I now live in Northern California in a nice house with a huge yard and a really nice Mom and Dad. I am still settling in but I think I am going to like it a lot. I get to eat chicken sometimes, I also get to sleep in the big bed with Mom and Dad and I have a doggy door so I can go out when I want.
Chompers
Hi my name is Chompers (my new family named me that).
I was in the shelter when WRAP came and got me and took me to a new home. I was really happy to get out of there and I was really glad that my new home didn't have any little kids. I didn't like all the little kids in my last home.
I really like my new home and my new parents. I also like Brutus (my Bichon Frise brother).
We go for long walks every day. I also have a great yard to play in with Brutus and my new dad.
Arnie
Hi, my name is Arnie.
I was living in an assisted living home with my Dad until he had to enter hospice. I don't really like young children so my dad’s family could not keep me.
I am 12 years old and Dad's family was desperate to find a place for me so they sent me to WRAP from Las Vegas.
The veterinarian says I am a healthy boy except I need to lose weight and have a problem with one eye (which I could have told him). I am house trained and have my shots. I have Westitude and talk sometimes. I get along with other dogs but I have always been an only dog. Do you have room for me?
Sarah
Hi my name is Sarah.
I'm a senior girl and I came to rescue because my mommy got very sick and couldn't take care of me. She had me since I was nine weeks old and I'm 14 years old now. It was hard to say goodbye.
I now have a really nice foster mom. She takes really good care of me. She is also very patient with me. We go for walks every day. Things are good.
Faren
Hi my name is Faren.
My mommy couldn't take care of me anymore so I had to come to WRAP to find a new forever home.
I'm a very good traveler they say and I get along well with other dogs. I do like to play.
I got a new home really quick and now I have a big sister. My new mommy likes to walk so I get to go for long walks. I like to walk. I gave my new mommy kisses. I think I'm going to like it here.
Bailey
Hi my name is Bailey (that's the name my new mom and dad gave me). My first year I was basically kept in a room and in a crate.
Now I'm really exploring the world and everything is new to me. I like going for walks and going out in the yard. I have a lot of energy because I'm just a little over one-year-old. I'm good with other dogs and I love everybody but I desperately need training. Next time you see me I'll be doing really good because I'm very smart. I'm very happy to be here with my new mom and dad.
Darbin
I am Darbin and I am 8 1/2 years old.
I was surrendered to WRAP by my owner because she was moving and was having trouble caring for me. Everyone says I am a very sweet and a loving boy.
I have a new home, family and brother. I now live in the country and I like to play with my brother. I am lucky…my foster parents adopted me!
Holly
Hi my name is Holly. I was born in December and that's why they named me Holly.
My mommy wasn't able to keep me anymore because she has to move in with relatives and they didn't want a dog. My mommy was very sad because she'd had me since I was a little puppy.
WRAP found me a very nice home now and my dad takes me for walks every day (several times a day). And he usually lets me lead, so I get to say where we go. I have some Westie friends. His daughter has a Westie and another dog too. Everyone says I'm a very sweet girl.
Cooper
Hi everybody…my name is Cooper and I am 1 ½ years young (not old).
I came to WRAP rescue from a shelter where they said I was a stray.
I am very active and busy. They say I am a sweet and loving Westie mix.
I just got adopted and I am very happy with my new family and human brother.
Christie
Hi I am Christie and I am 5 years old.
I came to WRAP from a woman who rescues breeding dogs. I was one of those breeding dogs.
I started in a foster home where I learned the basics of life in a home (including potty and leash training). My foster Dad says I am doing very well. He says building trust is my biggest challenge. Sometimes I shy away from people. My foster Dad says I am a very smart girl and learn quickly. I also got spayed recently.
Guess what...my foster Dad plans to adopt me!
Marcus
Hi I am Marcus.
I came to WRAP from a home where I lived for 8 ½ years (since puppyhood). I was fighting with my much larger canine brother. My mom and dad were afraid someone would get hurt.
I now live in a home with another Westie brother. We are doing really well together. My foster family intends to adopt me.
Milo
Hi I am Milo and I am 4 years old.
I was in Doggy Jail (labelled a stray) until Westie rescue came and got me. I was glad to get out…I have not had much of a home life.
Now I am staying with a nice lady until I get my big boy operation. My foster mom wants me to eat kibble, figure that…I like people food! And she wants me to potty outside. They say I am making progress and I am very smart.
My new Mom and Dad are willing to work with me on these things. Yay…I have a new home!
Ashton
Hi everybody my name is Ashton (“Ash” for short). I'm 12 years old.
My family that I'd been with since I was a little pup had to gave me up. I was very sad and very scared at first. Westie Rescue came to pick me up and gave me to a very nice man.
I get to go to work with him every day. There are some other dogs and even a kitty cat there. After work we go to his house and I get to sleep in the bed with him and his wife. I'm a very happy boy now.
Quill
Hi I am Quill and I am a little over a year old.
I was out on my own for a while before I was found. I too was in a doggy jail (at least they took care of my sore foot and cut some of my mats out). Lucky for me I was bailed out by WRAP.
I am now in a foster home and I am getting along well with the people and doggies. My adoption is pending and I will be in my new home by the end of September
Ross
Hi I am Ross and I am 7 years old.
I have always been in a loving home, however my mom got sick with Alzheimer’s and couldn’t take care of me anymore. The lady from WRAP rescue was real nice and took good care of me until I went to my forever family. Everyone says I am a lovely Westie boy.
By the time you read this I will be with my new family. I am very excited.
Miley
Hi I am Miley. I am almost one year old and I am a beautiful Westie girl.
My mom and dad had a human baby and I wasn’t so sure I liked the baby. But that’s OK, cause I have a wonderful new home with a yard and I have lots of toys. I also have lots of Westie cousins to play with. Most important, I have a new mom and dad that love me. I’m very, very happy.
Fiona
Hi my name is Fiona. I got to WRAP a few days ago after they rescued me from doggie jail. I was soooooooo happy to get out of there!
They took me to the dogtor and then to a new home with a lovely teenage girl who likes to cuddle me. I’m very happy.
I’m trying to be good when I’m in the crate too but sometimes I whine. I’m going to Sunnyvale this coming Saturday and you won’t recognize me because I’m getting my haircut and I’m going to look very beautiful!
Scotty & Emma
Hi… we are Scotty and Emma and we are 5 years old.
We came to WRAP rescue because our mom is moving. We were litter mates and have always been together. We are very loving Westies and very bonded.
Our adoption is pending (by the end of September) and we are very excited!
Roxy
Hi I am Roxy.
My family had a new baby and no longer wanted me. They kept me outside in the yard and I didn't like it. They finally gave me to WRAP.
I got placed with a wonderful forever family with a girl who lets me sleep with her. I love my new home. My new mom and dad are really nice too and I have a doggy brother to keep me company. Here I am cuddling with my new favorite person.
Palmer
Hi my name is Palmer. I’m an eight-year-old boy soon to be nine. I lost my home in the Wine Country fires and my mom could no longer take care of me. She had to move a long way away and she couldn’t take me…so I came to Westie Rescue.
By the time you read this I’ll be in my new home. I’m looking forward to a wonderful Christmas.
Fergus
Hi, I am Fergus (the name my new mom and dad gave me).
I somehow ended up on the streets and some people found me and took me to doggy lock up. I kept hoping my people would come for me but they never did. The nice people from WRAP came and got me.
They took me to a wonderful new place where I have a big brother to play with and lots of walks and a great new mom and dad. Here I am when I arrived at my new home.
Shelley and Raleigh
Hi… we are Shelley and Raleigh.
We came to WRAP when are mom decided to move out of state and get married.
We now have a home in the country with a new mom and dad. They are wonderful they take us for walks where there are lots of new smells. We are really enjoying ourselves since every day is a new adventure!
Lola
My name is Lola.
I lived in Coyote country up north and my Mom was afraid to let me outside. She decided it was best for me to come live in a safe home, even know she loved me lots.
It was hard at first , but I love my new Mom and Dad now and my canine brother and sister. There are even rabbits I can chase in our yard!
Maggie
Hi, my name is Maggie.
My mommy and dad couldn't take care of me anymore so they gave me to WRAP do they could find a new family for me.
I somehow hurt my leg though and the doctor says I need surgery. I am with a wonderful foster mom and dad who want to adopt me when my leg is better. I have two Cairn sisters and a great yard to explore. Here I am going to my new home.
I am very happy in my new forever home!
Angus
Hello my name is Angus. I’m an older senior boy but I’m really beautiful .
Westie Rescue broke me out of doggie jail. I had been there for a while since I got lost. I was hoping my family would come and get me but they didn’t. I was a pretty sick boy, but now I’m much better.
I still need to see the dogtor and have more blood work, have my teeth cleaned and then have my eyes and ears checked because I can’t see very much and my foster mom is not sure how well I can hear.
Autumn
Hi, my name is Autumn.
My mommy died and I needed to find a new family. Mom's kids couldn't keep me and gave me to WRAP so I could find a good home.
I got placed with a forever family. I get to go for walks and to play with other dogs at the park. My new human brother, loves me lots and likes to play and talk to me. Here I am waiting to meet my new Mom and brother.
Lucky (Lucy)
I’m Lucky Lucy and I am from Northern California.
I was used as a breeding dog for 9 years until the county people came and took me away. My skin is very bad and I am now getting some relief and help.
I am in a foster home with a nice lady who is helping me adjust to life on the outside. I will be available for adoption and a forever home when I feel better. My foster mom says I am doing very well. I am happy here.
Star
Hi I am Star.
My family couldn't keep me anymore so I was rescued by WRAP.
I came to live with a new family. I have a big sister now to play with and a great yard. I am very happy.
Miles
My name is Miles now.
I was lost in the Central Valley and some people came and took me to doggie jail. I was very sick and skinny. At the 11th hour (my time was up) WRAP came and got me.
I am well fed and very happy in my foster home. I will get neutered before going to my forever home. I love to eat, play and have cuddles.
I love my new fur-ever home!
Braedon & Izzy
Hello my name is Braedon and I am a 10 year old Westie boy. My little sister is an eight year old Scottie and her name is Isabella (we call her Izzy).
Our dad was a long time Westie and Scottie owner, but he got very sick and had to go into a nursing home, so we had to find a new home. Our uncle called WRAP and they came and got us.
We went right to our new home and met our new brother. We are very happy that we got to stay together. We like our trips to the park and the beach. But most of all, we like our new brother!
Chloe
Hi Everyone I am Chloe.
My old Mom and Dad who had me since I was a baby, then they got a new human baby. I wasn’t too sure about him and I barked at him.
I just got adopted by some real nice people. At my new house we go for lots of walks and there are doggy friends nearby.
Sam
Hi, my name is Sam I am almost 14 years old.
I came to WRAP because my owner became ill and ended up in hospice care. His family was not able to take me in.
I am so happy to have a very loving new dad and a new sister to play with. We go for walks every day and I got my bad teeth fixed and feel a whole lot better.
Braedon & Izzy
Hello my name is Braedon and I am a 10 year old Westie boy. My little sister is an eight year old Scottie and her name is Isabella (we call her Izzy).
Our dad was a long time Westie and Scottie owner, but he got very sick and had to go into a nursing home, so we had to find a new home. Our uncle called WRAP and they came and got us.
We went right to our new home and met our new brother. We are very happy that we got to stay together. We like our trips to the park and the beach. But most of all, we like our new brother!
Lucy & Charlie Brown
Hi I am Lucy the Yorkie and I’m Charlie the Westie. I'm 9 and my brother is 8.
Our family couldn't take care of us any more because of all the kids and commotion in the house so we came to WRAP.
We have a great new mom and dad and no kids. We like our house, yard and walks. Now we are very happy and still together…Hooray!
Buddy
Hi, I’m Buddy.
My Mom who raised me from a pup had to go into assisted living and could no longer care for me. I grew up in Reno. It was a rough go at first because I never learned some basic manners.
WRAP found a family in the country that is willing to work with me and love me. I have room to run and play and I like my walks. Thanks Mom and Dad.
MacDuff
Hi, my name is MacDuff.
I recently got sprung from doggy jail after 3 weeks there. I am getting treatment for my bad skin and ears. I am a Westie mix and a very sweet boy they say. I get along well with people and doggies too. I know I need a proper haircut but I will get one when I have been here a little longer.
I adjust quickly and like to sleep in people beds. I am a very happy boy and I am happy to be here.
Deja & Cocoa
Hi all I am Deja a 12 year old Westie girl and my Cairn brother, Cocoa, is 7 years old.
We are very close and even like to sleep in the same bed. Our first owner died and so we were brought to WRAP.
My brother got a foxtail in his foot and needed surgery shortly after we arrived at our foster home.
We now have a wonderful home and other canine siblings to play with. We love our new Mom.
Deja & Cocoa
Hi all I am Deja a 12 year old Westie girl and my Cairn brother, Cocoa, is 7 years old.
We are very close and even like to sleep in the same bed. Our first owner died and so we were brought to WRAP.
My brother got a foxtail in his foot and needed surgery shortly after we arrived at our foster home.
We now have a wonderful home and other canine siblings to play with. We love our new Mom.