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CRICKET

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Small

About CRICKET

Chicago, IL

Breed

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Short
Black, White / Cream

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Couch, Curious, Dignified, Loyal, Loves, Gentle, Friendly, Quiet, Smart
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

CRICKET’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$500

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CRICKET's Story

Bonded pair 💕 Cricket & Mochi have overcome so much and are finally ready for a forever home—together. Sweet, gentle, and full of love. <br/><br/>Bonded Pair | Fostered in Evans, GA | Transport Available<br/><br/>Some dogs come into rescue with a story…<br/>Cricket and Mochi came with a whole chapter book.<br/><br/>These two resilient girls were part of a heartbreaking surrender of 10 dogs to a small rural Texas shelter when their owner entered a nursing home. Project Freedom Ride was honored to help bring every dog to safety—but Cricket and Mochi needed more than rescue… they needed healing.<br/><br/>After multiple surgeries, dentals, and lots of TLC, these brave little ladies are now healthy, comfortable, and ready for their forever home—together. Always together. 💕<br/><br/>🐾 Meet Cricket<br/><br/>8+ years old | ~8 lbs | Chihuahua<br/><br/>Cricket is a gentle, sensitive soul who has overcome so much. She arrived with a large hernia and a damaged eye—both now successfully treated. Today, she’s finally living pain-free. She’s shy at first, but once she trusts you, she melts into soft affection and belly rubs. Cricket leans on Mochi for confidence, and their bond is truly something special, which is why we are adopting them as a bonded pair.<br/><br/>✨ Cricket’s Highlights:<br/><br/>Sweet, gentle, and loving<br/>Gains confidence from Mochi<br/>Loves bully sticks<br/>Prefers shredded chicken mixed with kibble<br/><br/>🐶 Meet Mochi<br/><br/>6–7 years old | ~13 lbs | Wire-Haired Terrier Mix<br/><br/>Mochi may have a permanently “grumpy” little face, but underneath is a calm, affectionate cuddle bug. She’s the confident half of this duo and quietly watches over Cricket. Mochi had several masses removed—all benign—and while she may develop more in the future, she is currently happy and feeling great. She also has a heart murmur but is asymptomatic and requires no medication.<br/><br/>✨ Mochi’s Highlights:<br/><br/>Calm, affectionate, and loyal<br/>Confident and easygoing<br/>Loves Frozen Kongs<br/>Great on leash<br/><br/>🏡 Their Ideal Home<br/><br/>These girls are looking for a calm, stable home where they can continue to thrive together:<br/><br/>✔ Fenced yard required<br/>✔ No apartments (Cricket is still building leash confidence)<br/>✔ Ideally no small children <br/>✔ Dog-friendly (prefer calm, respectful dogs)<br/>✔ 90% housebroken (Mochi seems to slower to catch on)<br/>✔ Crate trained<br/><br/>💛 Why They Must Stay Together<br/><br/>Cricket and Mochi have been through everything side by side—surgeries, recovery, and uncertainty. Their bond provides comfort, confidence, and security for both of them. They are a true pair—and will only be adopted together.<br/><br/>💲 Adoption Details<br/><br/>$500 adoption fee for the pair<br/>✨ Includes transport for both dogs<br/><br/>🚐 Ready to Give Them Their Happy Ending?<br/><br/>If you believe in second chances and the quiet magic of senior(ish) dogs, Cricket and Mochi are waiting for you.<br/><br/>Apply here:<br/>https://form.jotform.com/211295763938164<br/><br/>Transport available throughout much of the U.S.

Bonded pair 💕 Cricket & Mochi have overcome so much and are finally ready for a forever home—together. Sweet, gentle, and full of love.

Bonded Pair | Fostered in Evans, GA | Transport Available

Some dogs come into rescue with a story…
Cricket and Mochi came with a whole chapter book.

These two resilient girls were part of a heartbreaking surrender of 10 dogs to a small rural Texas shelter when their owner entered a nursing home. Project Freedom Ride was honored to help bring every dog to safety—but Cricket and Mochi needed more than rescue… they needed healing.

After multiple surgeries, dentals, and lots of TLC, these brave little ladies are now healthy, comfortable, and ready for their forever home—together. Always together. 💕

🐾 Meet Cricket

8+ years old | ~8 lbs | Chihuahua

Cricket is a gentle, sensitive soul who has overcome so much. She arrived with a large hernia and a damaged eye—both now successfully treated. Today, she’s finally living pain-free.

Bonded pair 💕 Cricket & Mochi have overcome so much and are finally ready for a forever home—together. Sweet, gentle, and full of love.

Bonded Pair | Fostered in Evans, GA | Transport Available

Some dogs come into rescue with a story…
Cricket and Mochi came with a whole chapter book.

These two resilient girls were part of a heartbreaking surrender of 10 dogs to a small rural Texas shelter when their owner entered a nursing home. Project Freedom Ride was honored to help bring every dog to safety—but Cricket and Mochi needed more than rescue… they needed healing.

After multiple surgeries, dentals, and lots of TLC, these brave little ladies are now healthy, comfortable, and ready for their forever home—together. Always together. 💕

🐾 Meet Cricket

8+ years old | ~8 lbs | Chihuahua

Cricket is a gentle, sensitive soul who has overcome so much. She arrived with a large hernia and a damaged eye—both now successfully treated. Today, she’s finally living pain-free. She’s shy at first, but once she trusts you, she melts into soft affection and belly rubs. Cricket leans on Mochi for confidence, and their bond is truly something special, which is why we are adopting them as a bonded pair.

✨ Cricket’s Highlights:

Sweet, gentle, and loving
Gains confidence from Mochi
Loves bully sticks
Prefers shredded chicken mixed with kibble
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How To Adopt

CRICKET was listed as Adoptable by Project Freedom Ride
How can I adopt CRICKET?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Project Freedom Ride. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if CRICKET is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Project Freedom Ride for details on the pet.
When can I meet CRICKET?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Project Freedom Ride will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for CRICKET, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Project Freedom Ride, and they'll be happy to help!
Project Freedom Ride's Adoption Policy
Steps for potential adopters: 1) apply through our adoption inquiry link. 2) rescue reviews the applications, if the application looks fitting then .. 3) schedule a virtual interview / home check (video via Facebook, Facetime, Zoom, etc) 4) rescue does reference checks (this can come before or after the virtual interview) 5) if rescue approves family ... family will be asked to think about it and get back to the rescue within 24 hours with their answer. We do not like rush decisions which is why we do that. After the 24 hours we will start to review other applicants. 6) once everything has a green light with adoption, rescue will send adoption contract. 7) adopter would complete and sign and pay the adoption fee at that time to finalize and secure spot on next transport.

CRICKET is from Project Freedom Ride

[Evans, GA]

Our Mission
THE MISSION OF PROJECT FREEDOM RIDE is to connect unwanted and abandoned dogs in TEXAS & GEORGIA with families and rescues in the NORTHERN US & BRITISH COLUMBIA.

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