We take in rescue dogs also. Two of ours were brothers. They were terrier/poodle mix. Binkie (the blonde one) turned into a beautiful dog while Woody (the black one) never had a full coat. Binkie died last year but he was such a great dog. We miss him. Lilithcat, your "Blackie" looks like Woody but has a thicker coat. Just take the little guy and love him for what he is and the love will be returned 10 fold. Great pictures.