Apple

Meet Apple! Apple had every reason to stop trusting people. Instead, she's decided they're her favorite thing in the world.<br/><br/>You may already know Apple's story: she became a local media darling who captured hearts after being rescued from a Washington, D.C. apartment trash chute, where someone had simply thrown her away. She arrived malnourished, anemic, covered in painful mats, and unable to use her back legs. Today, she's healthy, playful, and determined to make up for every bit of joy she missed along the way.<br/><br/>Apple's enthusiasm for life is contagious. She adores people, laps, pets, treats, giant plush toys, and grassy backyards. After officially claiming one particular blanket as her own, she promptly surrounded it with an impressive collection of stuffed animals like a tiny dragon guarding her treasure. She always has one ear standing at attention while the other flops over, giving her a permanently adorable, slightly mischievous look. And when she's really excited, she deploys her signature celebratory squeals to make sure everyone knows. It's one of the many things that make her unforgettable.<br/><br/>Although Apple's back legs aren't much help (they appear to have been malformed since birth), she gets around FAST using her front legs and sheer determination. Because of her hind legs, she needs to be carried on stairs and will need a fenced yard because of her hind legs. While she's not leash-trained, she absolutely loves going for walks in her stroller. Just don't leave the stroller parked for too long—Apple has places to be and won't hesitate to let you know when it's time to keep rolling. Apple also loves just sitting quietly in your lap outside, enjoying the breeze and watching the world go by. She can happily coexist with other dogs and would enjoy a small, playful canine friend, but she'd also be perfectly content as your one and only.<br/><br/>Apple is housebroken with pee pads available, sleeps through the night, rides well in the car, and does well when left home alone. She'd thrive in a home where someone is around much of the time and would do best without young children. Because she's wonderfully expressive, she'd do best in a house rather than an apartment or condo.<br/><br/>Apple squeezes every possible minute of joy out of each day—even at bedtime she'll keep trying to convince you that there's still time for one more game before settling down the moment the lights go out. She has already overcome more than most dogs ever should, yet she greets every day with optimism, curiosity, and a heart that's completely open to love.<br/><br/>If you're ready for nonstop joy and laughter, Apple has been waiting for you. Apply today to meet her!<br/><br/>Apple is approximately 3 years old and 9 lbs.<br/><br/>Fostered in Kensington, MD<br/>Please apply at MirisHaven.org

Meet Apple! Apple had every reason to stop trusting people. Instead, she's decided they're her favorite thing in the world.

You may already know Apple's story: she became a local media darling who captured hearts after being rescued from a Washington, D.C. apartment trash chute, where someone had simply thrown her away. She arrived malnourished, anemic, covered in painful mats, and unable to use her back legs. Today, she's healthy, playful, and determined to make up for every bit of joy she missed along the way.

Apple's enthusiasm for life is contagious. She adores people, laps, pets, treats, giant plush toys, and grassy backyards. After officially claiming one particular blanket as her own, she promptly surrounded it with an impressive collection of stuffed animals like a tiny dragon guarding her treasure. She always has one ear standing at attention while the other flops over, giving her a permanently adorable, slightly mischievous look. And when she's really excited, she deploys her signature celebratory

Meet Apple! Apple had every reason to stop trusting people. Instead, she's decided they're her favorite thing in the world.

You may already know Apple's story: she became a local media darling who captured hearts after being rescued from a Washington, D.C. apartment trash chute, where someone had simply thrown her away. She arrived malnourished, anemic, covered in painful mats, and unable to use her back legs. Today, she's healthy, playful, and determined to make up for every bit of joy she missed along the way.

Apple's enthusiasm for life is contagious. She adores people, laps, pets, treats, giant plush toys, and grassy backyards. After officially claiming one particular blanket as her own, she promptly surrounded it with an impressive collection of stuffed animals like a tiny dragon guarding her treasure. She always has one ear standing at attention while the other flops over, giving her a permanently adorable, slightly mischievous look. And when she's really excited, she deploys her signature celebratory squeals to make sure everyone knows. It's one of the many things that make her unforgettable.

Although Apple's back legs aren't much help (they appear to have been malformed since birth), she gets around FAST using her front legs and sheer determination. Because of her hind legs, she needs to be carried on stairs and will need a fenced yard because of her hind legs. While she's not leash