We select the dogs for the most suitable temperament and adaptability to best ensure a successful adoption. Most of our available dogs are located in Istanbul, Turkey, but we do occasionally place dogs who originate in the US. Turkish dogs are flown to New York JFK airport upon adoption.

Please Visit our pages on adoption policy, process and fees for more information.

If you are interested in one of our dogs, please fill out an adoption application.

Adoption fees are tax deductible.

AVAILABLE DOGS

  • Almond-Adopted!

    Meet Almond! Are you looking for that go to girl with a winning smile? Just look at the ear to ear smile on this beautiful girl. Almond is a love bug who can't wait to give you kisses and snuggles. She is happy taking long walks with you, wagging her tail all the while. She loves playing with toys and being petted. Almond is great with kids and would love to join a family. She is good on the leash but does love to look for the birds and squirrels. She gets along with other dogs but prefers that all of the toys are hers. Almond was rescued from the streets after being abandoned. School children found her and took care of her until she could be brought to the rescue. Almond is a beautiful strawberry blond Golden Retriever who is approximately six years old. She is spayed and up to date on all of her vaccines. Almond is looking for a family to call her own to love. If you think you are the forever home that will keep the happy smile on this beautiful girl's face and give her the love she deserves please contact Street Dog Pals.

  • Dolly-Adopted!

    Sex: Male/neutered

    Breed: Golden Retriever

    Age: 2.5 years old

    Weight: 75 lbs

    Location: Istanbul Turkey

    A rose by any other name…a boy named Sue…what’s in a name anyway? I’m Dolly the golden boy. Yup, I’m a MALE Golden Retriever. I am approximately 2-1/2 years old and 75 lbs. Surprised to see me looking for a new home? Let me explain. Where I come from, when a full grown dog is no longer wanted we are simply abandoned. We are often brought to a place far from home and left to figure out how to survive without food, water, shelter, or love from anyone. But, I’m one of the lucky ones. I was found by a rescue group in Istanbul and brought to a facility where I began to receive food, water and medical care. It’s a good place, a safe place but it’s not a home. I have received A LOT of attention and play time with other dogs, nice people and children, and now they say I deserve to live my best life in America! So what do ya say??? Are you ready for the golden life? If so, please adopt me! I’m so ready for a new life, a new family and a new name!

  • Milo-Adopted!

    Breed: German Shepherd/Lab mix

    Age: Adult/Young 1-2

    Sex: Male Neutered

    Weight : Approx. 70 lbs

    Location: Stockton area, CA

    Adoption fee: $275

    Who loves chickens? Milo does! Do you have a small farm but worry about your chickens? Milo is your man. By no fault of his own, the current landlord has imposed breed restrictions on German Shepherds so Milo needs to find another home. As you can see by the video, Milo loves love! He will lean on you and roll over for belly rubs. Milo is playful with other dogs at the dog park. Milo is neutered and up to date on vaccines.

    Adoption Fee: $275

  • Julia-ADOPTED!

    Breed: Setter

    Sex: female/spayed

    Age: 1.5

    Size: 50 lbs

    History and Temperament: Julia the jumping bean! This darling, mild-mannered Setter will jump her way right into your heart and onto your lap. Despite having lived her life as a chained lawn ornament, Julia always has a smile on her face and like the waving of a white flag, her long white tail happily wags behind her. Julia has settled nicely into her foster home. Her foster mom reports that she is good in her crate, rarely barks, loves everyone she meets and is great with other dogs. Julia has an innate habit of standing on her hind legs so a home with grown children will be best. This also means that she will counter surf so any food left within reach is fair game! Julia enjoys her multiple walks a day and is good on a leash but like all Setters she is captivated by birds and small critters. She is spayed, current on vaccines, and microchipped.

  • Batman-Adopted!

    Breed: German Shepherd

    Sex: male/neutered

    Age: 1.5 years

    Size: 70 lbs.

    History/Temperament: Nana nana nana nana Batman! Looking for a superhero in your life? Look no further than

    Batman. He is a German Shepard mix looking to be part of a dynamic duo or family. This mild-mannered gentleman keeps his cool around the kids and the cats as well as other pooch pals. No jumping up or barking here! Batman was found wandering near the airport in Istanbul, dumped by his owner and left to fend for himself. Despite this, Batman’s loving personality and laid back manner will make him an amazing member of the family. He is neutered and has all of his shots. If you think Batman is the one, send up the bat signal and describe how you will make this boy part of your life!

    Great with cats and dogs!

  • Latte-Adopted!

    Breed: English Setter

    Sex: Male/neutered

    Age: 3

    Size: 50 lbs.

    History and Temperament: Great with other dogs! Latte was found roaming around the city by himself. Rescuers sent him to the facility. He is a very playful, happy go getter boy. An active family would be a perfect match.

  • Cooper-Adopted!

    Breed: Flat Coated Retriever

    Age: 1

    Sex: Male Neutered

    Size: 50lbs

    History/Temperament: Good with dogs/cats/kids

    Hi, my name is Cooper and I’m looking for that special someone who will adopt me!

    I am about 50 lbs but will be bigger once I gain weight. I am only around 1-years old. I am good on a leash and I love to go for walks.

    Since I have been a street dog, toys are new to me but I’m learning how to play with them. I like to carry them around in my mouth. I do quite well around other dogs as long as they are just as nice as I am. I don’t mind cats either but if they tease me, I will bark at them…all in good fun of course.

    I am still learning how to live in a home but honestly, I’m doing great with that. I love all the attention I’m getting from my foster family; food, treats, and petting.

    What’s not to love! I have been to the vets and got poked with needles (vaccinations) and then I fell asleep for another procedure (neuter). It’s all good though, no hard feelings. They even put a microchip in me which is really cool because now my new person will never lose me!

  • Mavi-Adopted!

    Breed: Terrier mix

    Sex: female/spayed

    Age: 1.5

    Size: 30 lbs

    History and Temperament: A family in Ankara wanted to give her away to a factory. Factories usually have guards, so they stay up all night long. She was dumped there for only one day, as animal lovers found her immediately and took her under their custody. Was transported to Meral’s facility right away. This is a one-of-a-kind gorgeous girl with big beautiful blue eyes that stops everyone in their tracks! This is MAVI, she is from Turkey, and her name means 'blue'.

    Mavi is a 1-1/2 yr. Old terrier mix. Here's what MAVI's foster mom says about her: MAVI enjoys cuddling, going for walks, getting a bath, is good with dogs, adults, and respectful children. She is a fun, playful pup who lets the resident cat chase her around the house. MAVI is a collector. She loves to collect toys, socks, shoes, and whatever and carry them around in her mouth or put them in a pile.

    She's the kind of dog that, no matter what she does, is going to make you laugh. When you think she couldn't be more perfect, get this-she never barks! Her foster mom said she gets A LOT of attention.

    Everyone who sees her, they stop and stare at her and often comments on her unique beauty. It's obvious that we are going to get a lot of applications for MAVI so the right home/person for her is going to have to be extremely outgoing - no wall flowers here! Must love meeting new people because, with MAVI around, it's going to happen. So let's hear it! Are you fun, social, and excited about meeting total strangers!?! If so, please send a kind message raving about how great you will be for MAVI.

    MAVI is spayed, microchipped, and current on vaccines.

    She is the sweetest ever, loves people, and she is a love bug. Seeks attention and wants to be petted. She’s a herder, loves to carry stuff around the house. She is a cuddly girl, so she loves sleeping on the bed. She enjoys daily walks, and playing with her foster mom.

    Good with dogs and cats. Good with kids ages 6 and up.

    Issues: She does not poop easily. Especially during the walks. She needs a home with a yard, that she can learn to go and poop regularly. A big family with kids 6+ is would be great or no kids.

  • Kit and Kat-Adopted!

    Breed: Terrier mix/domestic shorthair

    Sex: male/neutered (both)

    Age: 1.5 & 2.5

    Size: medium/small

    History/Temperament: Kit and Kat are a bonded pair. Kit was found in the forest had mange, wasn’t feeling well, Kat was at the facility already. Kit was very depressed because of of his illness. Kit was treated medically for mange, Kat healed kit’s soul and they are bonded now. Kit is 1.5 years old, healthy now, no issues. Kat is 2.5 years extremely friendly does not scratch. Both are very friendly love bugs. Great with kids cats and other dogs.

  • Lollypop-Adopted!

    Breed: Golden Retriever

    Sex: Female/spayed

    Age: young adult

    Size: 30lbs

    History/Temperament: Meet Lollipop! This little girl is currently being taken care of in a facility in Istanbul. Her original home was on the streets, where she was dumped along with her siblings.

    As the only survivor, Lollipop spent a few months at our facility, where she was able to thrive without the fear of starving to death or being abused. She spent most of her time in the facility.

    So if you want a miniature golden retriever, you’re in luck. Lollipop is about two years old with a gentle but upbeat nature. She is typical golden but in small size; she is around 30 pounds. She is a playful dog who loves to go on walks and hang out with her human! Because she is a young dog, she will need plenty of exercise and play! She is friendly and engaged with the world around her. She has excellent manners.

    She does not jump on people or even the bed unless she is invited, but she likes to have her belly rubbed once she is there. Lollipop is very good with dogs and fantastic with respectful kids and adults. Her rescuer mom says she’s a real love bug and will find room on your lap even if you don’t think there is any.

    Lollipop is spayed, current on vaccines, microchipped, and has no known medical issues.

  • Latife-Adopted!

    Breed: Border collie mix

    Sex: Female/spayed

    Age: 1.5

    Size: 60 lbs

    History/Temperament:

    Latife was found curled up with another stray dog on some tattered blankets along the side of a busy highway to the international airport in Istanbul, Turkey. Rescuers who work at the airport brought Latife and her friend to our rescue facility in Istanbul. Latife in Turkish means charismatic, cooperative, intuitive, and have a pleasing personality with a gentle manner. This describes her perfectly!

    Latife, will do best with someone who understands her breed. She's a brilliant, intelligent dog. If you believe that you can live with a dog that can outsmart you, then Latife is the dog for you. Latife is ready for obedience and agility classes. If you are an active person who wants a running or hiking buddy, Latife would be a perfect match for you!

    Other dogs: She lives in a facility in Istanbul with many dogs; she is a cool girl, very friendly, and great with other dogs.

    Cats: We don't think that she has any desire for herding anything. However, she is not tested with cats.

    Latife is spayed, current on vaccines, microchipped, and has no known medical issues.

    Latife will be traveling to JFK on July 5th and hoping her adopter will greet her with open arms! If you are interested in adopting Latife, please fill out an adoption application!

  • Jeep-adopted!

    Breed: Shepherd mix

    Sex: male/neutered

    Age: 3

    Size: Large

    History and Temperament: Tripod! Very friendly, very submissive, can be afraid of alpha dogs.

    Jeep was found on the side of the road and left for dead after being struck by a vehicle. The position in which his body was found is indescribable. The amputation of his front left leg is the result of the accident. Cases like this make it easy to be angry and focus on the negative but fortunately, that’s not what dogs do and now that we know more about Jeep, that’s not his style.

    Jeep is a friendly boy who wants to forget about the past and move forward. He’s assured us that he’s okay, no longer in pain, and eager to begin his new life in the U.S.

    Jeep is a Turkish street dog or otherwise known as a dog from the forest. It’s a place where dogs are dumped when they are no longer wanted by their owners. Jeep would not have fared well in the forest for too long since he is a submissive boy and somewhat intimated by bossy dogs. Perhaps Jeep’s accident was no accident at all.

    As strange as it sounds, perhaps it was a blessing since he’s now with some very determined people who promise to fly him all the way to the states and place him into the loving arms of a very special person. Jeep is a large, sweet dog and he wants someone who will work with his physical limitations and teach him new things like how to give a ‘high-five’, play ‘hide-and-seek’ and ‘guess which hand’ or ‘name that toy,’ ‘bubble chase,’ ‘doggie-in-the-middle’ and hold ‘treat hunts.’ Maybe even learn a dance step or two! He is neutered, current on vaccines, and microchipped

  • Frank-Adopted!

    Meet Frank!

    Breed: Golden Retriever

    Sex: Male, Neutered

    Age: 10 years old

    Weight: 75 lbs

  • Jellybean-Adopted!

    Meet JellyBean!

    Breed: Golden Retriever

    Sex: Male/neutered

    Age: 1.5 Years

    Weight: 35 lbs

    History and Temperament: Jellybean was a stray in Sakarya (Turkey). 4 hours from Istanbul. Jellybean was rescued and taken to a facility in that area. He stayed at that place for some time until the rescuers asked us if we can find him a home. We saw Jellybean’s pictures, and we immediately fell in love with him. We named him Jellybean because he is the sweetest boy ever. From his big giant smile, you can tell Jellybean adores people and kids. He wants to be the center of attention, especially among kids.

    Jellybean is excellent with other dogs. If you are an active person or a couple and have the time and willingness to invest in loving Jellybean, your reward will be a darling best friend for life.

    Good with kids: yes

    Up to date on all vaccines.

  • Checkers-Adopted!

    Breed: Mix

    Sex: Female/spayed

    Age: 1.5 years

    Size: 66 Lbs.

    History and Temperament: Great with other dogs

  • Monty-Adopted!

    Breed: Anatolian Shepherd mix

    Sex: Male/neutered

    Age: 1

    Size: Large