Isla — Big Smile, Little Body

📍 Currently fostered in the New England area and available for meet-and-greet.<br/>Submit your complete application to be considered.<br/><br/>📌 PLEASE READ FIRST<br/>A complete written adoption application must be submitted first.<br/>All approved adopters begin with a two-week trial and monitoring period to support a safe, thoughtful, long-term match.<br/><br/>📝 Apply to Adopt<br/>https://forms.gle/UmpfbgmydH7igSdN7<br/><br/>📸 More Photos & Videos<br/>https://photos.app.goo.gl/JkCrRcz2sHBhVbMt8<br/><br/>✨ Quick Facts<br/>• ~1 year old (estimated)<br/>• Female (spayed)<br/>• ~7 kg (15.5 lbs)<br/>• Energy Level: 3/5 — moderate, active but very manageable<br/>• Fully outdoor potty trained<br/><br/>💛 Her Story<br/>Isla entered a municipal kill shelter in Hongseong, South Korea after her owner passed away. Despite that transition, she remained trusting and people-oriented.<br/><br/>She adjusted to her current foster home in under three hours with space, a Thundershirt, and beef liver treats. Once she feels safe, her brightest smile comes out — her entire expression softens and lights up.<br/><br/>🩺 Health & Diet<br/>• Healthy, no medical concerns<br/>• No known allergies (chicken, duck, lamb, beef, horse, salmon tested)<br/>• Up-to-date on vaccinations<br/>• Monthly flea/tick/heartworm prevention (1st of every month)<br/><br/>🍽 Currently eating:<br/>• The Honest Kitchen Whole Grain (Beef/Chicken & Oat)<br/>• Homemade bone broth topper<br/>• Loves goat milk<br/>• Very food motivated (excellent for training)<br/><br/>🌸 Personality Overview<br/><br/>Isla is strongly people-focused. Her tail is constantly wagging around humans. She approaches for affection, leans in, and settles comfortably in arms. She genuinely enjoys physical closeness and one-on-one attention.<br/><br/>👨‍👩‍👧 With People & Children<br/>• Friendly with women and men<br/>• Comfortable being picked up and handled<br/>• Does well with calm children<br/>• May startle at loud, sudden movements but retreats rather than reacts<br/><br/>🐕 With Other Dogs<br/><br/>Isla would do best as the only dog in the household.<br/><br/>• Peacefully coexists with calm, independent dogs<br/>• Prefers having her own bed and personal space<br/>• Does not like when dogs approach directly face-to-face without signaling, space, or time<br/>• Will bark to communicate discomfort if a dog rushes her<br/>• With proper introductions and space, she relaxes<br/>• Allows appropriate rear sniffing and will reciprocate once comfortable<br/><br/><br/>She prefers polite dog manners. She does not escalate — she communicates and disengages.<br/><br/><br/>🐱 With Cats<br/>• Avoids rather than engages<br/>• No prey drive observed indoors<br/><br/>🏠 Home & Independence<br/><br/>• Can be left alone up to ~8 hours<br/>• No separation anxiety observed<br/>• No destructive chewing<br/>• May gently pull loose threads on blankets if accessible<br/>• Sleeps on sofa or designated resting spots<br/>• Good with stairs despite her short legs<br/><br/><br/>She needs at least two daily walks to prevent indoor accidents.<br/><br/>🚶 Leash Skills<br/>• Walks nicely beside handler most of the time<br/>• Mild pulling at beginning and before returning home<br/>• Very responsive when food is used<br/>• Interested in birds and rabbits<br/>• May startle at loud vehicles — secure leash required<br/>• Overall easy to manage<br/><br/>🚗 Car Rides<br/>• Enjoys car rides<br/>• No motion sickness<br/>• Must be lifted in<br/>• May try to hop out when door opens — supervision required<br/><br/>🎾 Play Style<br/>• Loves running with her person<br/>• Enjoys grassy areas and light hikes<br/>• Prefers squeaky fabric toys<br/>• Not interested in rubber toys<br/><br/>🏡 Ideal Home<br/><br/>• Only-dog household preferred<br/>• Someone who enjoys daily walks and companionship<br/>• Calm, structured environment<br/>• A family who appreciates an affectionate, human-focused dog<br/>• Not a high-chaos, multi-dog environment<br/><br/>💬 Why Isla<br/><br/>Isla bonds quickly when given space and reassurance. She communicates clearly, prefers polite interactions, and thrives on close human connection.<br/><br/>She is not dramatic. She is not demanding.<br/>She is steady, affectionate, and happiest when she has her person.<br/><br/>📝 Apply to Adopt<br/>https://forms.gle/UmpfbgmydH7igSdN7<br/><br/>💛 Adoption Fee: $650<br/>Includes spay surgery, vaccinations, microchip, veterinary exam, official health certificate, and international transport.

📍 Currently fostered in the New England area and available for meet-and-greet.
Submit your complete application to be considered.

📌 PLEASE READ FIRST
A complete written adoption application must be submitted first.
All approved adopters begin with a two-week trial and monitoring period to support a safe, thoughtful, long-term match.

📝 Apply to Adopt
https://forms.gle/UmpfbgmydH7igSdN7

📸 More Photos & Videos
https://photos.app.goo.gl/JkCrRcz2sHBhVbMt8

✨ Quick Facts
• ~1 year old (estimated)
• Female (spayed)
• ~7 kg (15.5 lbs)
• Energy Level: 3/5 — moderate, active but very manageable
• Fully outdoor potty trained

💛 Her Story
Isla entered a municipal kill shelter in Hongseong, South Korea after her owner passed away. Despite that transition, she remained trusting and people-oriented.

She adjusted to her current foster home in under three hours with space, a Thundershirt, and beef liver treats. Once she feels safe, her bright

📍 Currently fostered in the New England area and available for meet-and-greet.
Submit your complete application to be considered.

📌 PLEASE READ FIRST
A complete written adoption application must be submitted first.
All approved adopters begin with a two-week trial and monitoring period to support a safe, thoughtful, long-term match.

📝 Apply to Adopt
https://forms.gle/UmpfbgmydH7igSdN7

📸 More Photos & Videos
https://photos.app.goo.gl/JkCrRcz2sHBhVbMt8

✨ Quick Facts
• ~1 year old (estimated)
• Female (spayed)
• ~7 kg (15.5 lbs)
• Energy Level: 3/5 — moderate, active but very manageable
• Fully outdoor potty trained

💛 Her Story
Isla entered a municipal kill shelter in Hongseong, South Korea after her owner passed away. Despite that transition, she remained trusting and people-oriented.

She adjusted to her current foster home in under three hours with space, a Thundershirt, and beef liver treats. Once she feels safe, her brightest smile comes out — her entire expression softens and lights up.

🩺 Health & Diet
• Healthy, no medical concerns
• No known allergies (chicken, duck, lamb, beef, horse, salmon tested)
• Up-to-date on vaccinations
• Monthly flea/tick/heartworm prevention (1st of every month)

🍽 Currently eating:
• The Honest Kitchen Whole Grain (Beef/Chicken & Oat)
• Home