Dolly

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Small
  • Rat Terrier

Dolly

Current Location

Washington, DC

Breed

Rat TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Age: Adult, (3-8 years)
Gender: Female
Size: Small, (0-25 lbs)
Coat length: Short
Coat color: Black

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Friendly, Funny, Athletic, Brave, Curious, Dignified, Smart, Playful, Loyal, Gentle, Loves Kisses
House-trained: Unknown

Health

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

Dolly's Compatibility

  • This pet has good compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has good compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$550

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Dolly's Story

If you’re looking for a sweet little companion who deserves the chance to finally be loved and spoiled, Dolly may be your girl!<br/><br/>At around 3 years old, Dolly is an adorable Rat Terrier mix with a gentle nature and a difficult past. She was reportedly used for breeding and then abandoned in a cornfield when she was no longer wanted. Thankfully, that chapter of her life is over, and she is now getting the opportunity to find a family who will value her for exactly who she is.<br/><br/>Dolly is friendly with dogs, cats, and children, making her a wonderful candidate for many different types of homes. After everything she has experienced, she is ready to trade survival mode for a soft bed, plenty of affection, and the security of knowing she is finally home.<br/><br/>Dolly is fully vetted, microchipped, and heartworm negative. She has also received a ProHeart 12 injection, which provides extended heartworm prevention.<br/><br/>During her veterinary evaluation, Dolly was found to have a small heart murmur. At this time, it does not require medication. As with any pet, her adopter should continue routine veterinary care and follow their veterinarian’s recommendations regarding any future monitoring.<br/><br/>Dolly has already spent enough of her life being treated as though she were disposable. Now she deserves to be someone’s beloved companion and experience everything a dog should have had from the beginning.<br/><br/>Dolly’s adoption fee is $550.<br/><br/>If you are interested in adopting Dolly, please complete an application here:<br/><br/>https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/PDAR/Dog<br/><br/>Most of our dogs are rescued from high-intake shelters or directly from difficult situations in South Texas, where stray and unwanted animals are incredibly common. Your adoption fee helps cover the significant costs required to bring these dogs to safety.<br/><br/>Paws Deep Animal Rescue is a registered nonprofit rescue. Any funds received beyond an individual animal’s expenses go directly toward caring for other animals in our rescue, including those with significant medical needs whose adoption fees may not come close to covering the cost of their care.<br/><br/>Your adoption fee helps cover:<br/><br/>• Transport: Safe transportation from Texas to our local foster homes. Transport alone typically costs approximately $200–$230 per dog.<br/><br/>• Vetting & Preventive Care: Spay or neuter surgery when age appropriate, core vaccinations, deworming, heartworm testing when old enough, and microchipping.<br/><br/>• VCA Medical Partnership: Every adoption includes a complimentary first wellness exam at a participating VCA Animal Hospital within the first 14 days after adoption. VCA also provides limited coverage of up to $250 for certain minor illnesses, such as kennel cough or ear infections, diagnosed during that initial two-week period.<br/><br/>Important Rescue Policies<br/><br/>No Foster-to-Adopt Program: We do not offer foster-to-adopt placements. Most of our dogs are already settled into loving foster homes, and we try to minimize unnecessary moves for their emotional well-being. Our rescue insurance policy also prohibits foster-to-adopt arrangements.<br/><br/>Breed and Size Estimates: We cannot guarantee the breed mix of any dog in our care. Listed breeds are our best estimates based on physical appearance and available history. Because our dogs are rescues with unknown backgrounds, we also cannot guarantee that a dog does not have pit bull or another breed somewhere in their lineage.<br/><br/>Stay Connected!<br/><br/>For rescue updates, happy tails, and our latest adoptable animals, follow us on Facebook:<br/><br/>https://www.facebook.com/share/1bU6vX89Wh/?mibextid=wwXIfr

If you’re looking for a sweet little companion who deserves the chance to finally be loved and spoiled, Dolly may be your girl!

At around 3 years old, Dolly is an adorable Rat Terrier mix with a gentle nature and a difficult past. She was reportedly used for breeding and then abandoned in a cornfield when she was no longer wanted. Thankfully, that chapter of her life is over, and she is now getting the opportunity to find a family who will value her for exactly who she is.

Dolly is friendly with dogs, cats, and children, making her a wonderful candidate for many different types of homes. After everything she has experienced, she is ready to trade survival mode for a soft bed, plenty of affection, and the security of knowing she is finally home.

Dolly is fully vetted, microchipped, and heartworm negative. She has also received a ProHeart 12 injection, which provides extended heartworm prevention.

During her veterinary evaluation, Dolly was found to have a small heart murmur. At this time, i

If you’re looking for a sweet little companion who deserves the chance to finally be loved and spoiled, Dolly may be your girl!

At around 3 years old, Dolly is an adorable Rat Terrier mix with a gentle nature and a difficult past. She was reportedly used for breeding and then abandoned in a cornfield when she was no longer wanted. Thankfully, that chapter of her life is over, and she is now getting the opportunity to find a family who will value her for exactly who she is.

Dolly is friendly with dogs, cats, and children, making her a wonderful candidate for many different types of homes. After everything she has experienced, she is ready to trade survival mode for a soft bed, plenty of affection, and the security of knowing she is finally home.

Dolly is fully vetted, microchipped, and heartworm negative. She has also received a ProHeart 12 injection, which provides extended heartworm prevention.

During her veterinary evaluation, Dolly was found to have a small heart murmur. At this time, it does not require medication. As with any pet, her adopter should continue routine veterinary care and follow their veterinarian’s recommendations regarding any future monitoring.

Dolly has already spent enough of her life being treated as though she were disposable. Now she deserves to be someone’s beloved companion and experience everything a dog should have had from the beginning.

Consider Dolly for adoption?

How To Adopt

Dolly was listed as Adoptable by Paws Deep Animal Rescue
How can I adopt Dolly?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Paws Deep Animal Rescue. 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 Dolly 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 Paws Deep Animal Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Dolly?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Paws Deep Animal Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Dolly, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Paws Deep Animal Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Paws Deep Animal Rescue's Adoption Policy
The first step to adoption, once you have identified a pet you would like to adopt, is to fill out an adoption application. You can speed up the adoption process by calling your vet ahead of time to give us permission to speak to them in regards to your current and past pets. You will be contacted to schedule an interview and a meet and greet after the adoption contract is approved.. We will need proof of age with a form of ID. Once we have gotten approval that you are allowed to have pets where you live, your adoption application is approved, the pet is altered, and adoption payment is received, only then will the animal be released. Some pets may be able to go home the day after adoption contract is approved others it could be a week. If the animal is deemed too young to be altered we will have the adopter sign a spay and neuter contract. The animal will need to be neutered when it is 6 months old and we will need proof provided to us by a licensed veterinarian. Once there is proof provided, the rescue will reimburse $100 of the adoption fee. If there is more than one qualifying approved applicant that is a match then the applicant who first inquired will get the opportunity to meet the pet and decide if they want to adopt before it goes to the next person in line. Note: Some animals will require home inspections or a fenced yard. Applying for a dog does not mean automatic approval. We reserve the right to deny applications. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_j7Qyk269a7uzMcOh1Ffx3PU9femw7Xd3t-Nj8TOfBE/edit Follow us on TikTok: @pawsdeepanimalrescue

Dolly is from Paws Deep Animal Rescue

[Gainesville, VA]

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The purpose of Paws Deep Animal Rescue is to: 1. To help animals who are in danger of euthanasia in overcrowded open admission shelters find homes. 2. To rehabilitate and treat injured and abused animals. 3. To help people find resources to prevent them from having to re-home their pets. 4. To educate the public how to...
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