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Dan (Special Needs - Limited Mobility)

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

About Dan (Special Needs - Limited Mobility)

Alexandria, VA

Breed

Pekingese&Mixed BreedMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
White / Cream

Behavior

Personality
Good with Dogs, Crate trained in foster home

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Dan (Special Needs - Limited Mobility)’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown 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.

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Dan (Special Needs - Limited Mobility)'s Story

Meet Dan<br/><br/>Dan's the kind of dog who makes you believe in second chances. Three years young and about 14 pounds, this soulful Pekingese came from the South, found wandering with his loyal travel partner, Forrest. No one knows the full story of how these two buddies ended up on their own, but if you look into Dan's wise little eyes, you can tell he's learned a lot along the way - about friendship, resilience, and the art of keeping hope alive.<br/><br/>Energy and Personality<br/>Dan's got the gentle heart of a philosopher and the spirit of a wanderer who's finally found safe ground. He's affectionate, grounded, and likes to take life at his own steady pace. He enjoys company, loves people, and gets along easily with dogs. Though his hind legs have limited mobility, he's remarkably adaptable - getting along like he's got places to be and dreams to chase. The vet says with continued medical support and physiotherapy, he could regain more movement, but Dan doesn't seem bothered. He's too busy enjoying the simple joys: a soft bed, a friendly pat, and the company of those he trusts.<br/><br/>Training and Behavior<br/>Dan is wonderfully crate trained and has an easygoing nature that makes him a pleasure to care for. He's calm, cooperative, and perfectly content to hang out quietly or share the couch for a movie marathon. His goopy eye is being treated, and while there may be some vision loss, his outlook stays clear - love, comfort, and loyalty are what truly matter.<br/><br/>Social Life<br/>Dan and Forrest are a real-life duo straight out of a heartwarming road movie. They've traveled side by side through hardship and have come out stronger and softer for it. While it would be a storybook ending to see them adopted together, they're both ready to bring love and gratitude into any home lucky enough to have them either separately or together. <br/><br/>Special Traits<br/>Dan's scruffy charm and thoughtful gaze make him feel older than his years. He's a little old soul in a small, resilient body. He's learned that life's best moments are simple: the sound of someone calling his name, a treat for being good, the company of a friend. He's proof that even the roughest roads can lead to someplace beautiful.<br/><br/>Best Home Fit<br/>Dan will thrive in a calm, loving home that values quiet companionship and gentle affection. He doesn't need much, just someone to remind him that the journey's over and the best is yet to come. Whether he's sharing a home with Forrest or striking out on his own, this little philosopher is ready to trade the open road for a soft lap and a forever heart.<br/><br/>Veterinary Care<br/>Dan has visited the veterinarian for assessment and treatment of his rear leg issues and eyes and is up to date on vaccinations for his age. He will be neutered, microchipped, and on heartworm preventative, flea and tick preventative, and routine parasite treatments. His eye is under medical care and improving, and he may benefit from ongoing physiotherapy to strengthen his hind legs.

Meet Dan

Dan's the kind of dog who makes you believe in second chances. Three years young and about 14 pounds, this soulful Pekingese came from the South, found wandering with his loyal travel partner, Forrest. No one knows the full story of how these two buddies ended up on their own, but if you look into Dan's wise little eyes, you can tell he's learned a lot along the way - about friendship, resilience, and the art of keeping hope alive.

Energy and Personality
Dan's got the gentle heart of a philosopher and the spirit of a wanderer who's finally found safe ground. He's affectionate, grounded, and likes to take life at his own steady pace. He enjoys company, loves people, and gets along easily with dogs. Though his hind legs have limited mobility, he's remarkably adaptable - getting along like he's got places to be and dreams to chase. The vet says with continued medical support and physiotherapy, he could regain more movement, but Dan doesn't seem bothered. He's too busy enjoying the simple joys: a s

Meet Dan

Dan's the kind of dog who makes you believe in second chances. Three years young and about 14 pounds, this soulful Pekingese came from the South, found wandering with his loyal travel partner, Forrest. No one knows the full story of how these two buddies ended up on their own, but if you look into Dan's wise little eyes, you can tell he's learned a lot along the way - about friendship, resilience, and the art of keeping hope alive.

Energy and Personality
Dan's got the gentle heart of a philosopher and the spirit of a wanderer who's finally found safe ground. He's affectionate, grounded, and likes to take life at his own steady pace. He enjoys company, loves people, and gets along easily with dogs. Though his hind legs have limited mobility, he's remarkably adaptable - getting along like he's got places to be and dreams to chase. The vet says with continued medical support and physiotherapy, he could regain more movement, but Dan doesn't seem bothered. He's too busy enjoying the simple joys: a soft bed, a friendly pat, and the company of those he trusts.

Training and Behavior
Dan is wonderfully crate trained and has an easygoing nature that makes him a pleasure to care for. He's calm, cooperative, and perfectly content to hang out quietly or share the couch for a movie marathon. His goopy eye is being treated, and while there may be some vision loss, his outlook stays clear

How To Adopt

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Operation Paws for Homes's Adoption Policy
Our organization provides pet adoption services to families located in Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and neighboring states. We believe in responsible adoptions and strive to work with each adopter to find a good match for their home and lifestyle. Our adoption process includes completion of an application, a vet check, an interview, and a personal “meet and greet” where the family can meet and interact with their potential new four-legged family member. Throughout this process, we work to ensure each family and dog are the right fit for each other. We are fortunate to have some wonderful and active volunteers who help OPH find forever homes for over 1,000 dogs and cats a year. The key to that statement is - volunteer! Please remember that our organization is driven by caring individuals who give their personal time to help rescue these animals and provide them with the opportunity to find an amazing future! In addition to adoptions, volunteers carry out education and outreach events throughout the area, and conduct donation drives for our partner shelters in the south. Our goal is to offer a second chance to dogs and cats abandoned in shelters and out of time. Sadly, without our help, some of these adoptable animals would face almost certain euthanasia - sometimes within days of arriving at the shelter. Each year we rescue hundreds of wonderful dogs and cats. We work hard to unite them with forever families who will give them the life and love they deserve. These animals are saved only because of the dedication of our incredible adopters, fosters, donors, and volunteers.

Dan (Special Needs - Limited Mobility) is from Operation Paws for Homes

[Alexandria, VA]

Our Mission
Creating a better world for companion animals and the community through rescue, rehabilitation, education, spay/neuter, and providing resources to underserved populations.
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