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Melanie

  • Young
  • Male
  • Small

About Melanie

Fresno, CA

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Black, White / Cream

Behavior

House-trained: Unknown

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Adoption Fee

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Melanie's Story

Meet Melanie! Melanie is a sweet chihuahua/terrier mix, just under 1 year old, who is looking for a patient and understanding home to help her feel safe and loved. She came to us ready for a fresh start and will need someone willing to give her the time and encouragement she needs to build confidence.<br/><br/>Melanie may be a little shy at first, but with consistency, gentle guidance, and plenty of positive reinforcement, she has the potential to grow into a devoted and playful companion.<br/><br/>To get a head start on the adoption process, you can also fill out the online pre-adoption application! After you fill it out, a dog care associate will contact you shortly. The form is found here: https://valleyanimal.org/dog-adoption-application/<br/><br/>Our Adoption fees will be below:<br/>Puppies: $100<br/>Adults: $75

Meet Melanie! Melanie is a sweet chihuahua/terrier mix, just under 1 year old, who is looking for a patient and understanding home to help her feel safe and loved. She came to us ready for a fresh start and will need someone willing to give her the time and encouragement she needs to build confidence.

Melanie may be a little shy at first, but with consistency, gentle guidance, and plenty of positive reinforcement, she has the potential to grow into a devoted and playful companion.

To get a head start on the adoption process, you can also fill out the online pre-adoption application! After you fill it out, a dog care associate will contact you shortly. The form is found here: https://valleyanimal.org/dog-adoption-application/

Our Adoption fees will be below:
Puppies: $100
Adults: $75

Meet Melanie! Melanie is a sweet chihuahua/terrier mix, just under 1 year old, who is looking for a patient and understanding home to help her feel safe and loved. She came to us ready for a fresh start and will need someone willing to give her the time and encouragement she needs to build confidence.

Melanie may be a little shy at first, but with consistency, gentle guidance, and plenty of positive reinforcement, she has the potential to grow into a devoted and playful companion.

To get a head start on the adoption process, you can also fill out the online pre-adoption application! After you fill it out, a dog care associate will contact you shortly. The form is found here: https://valleyanimal.org/dog-adoption-application/

Our Adoption fees will be below:
Puppies: $100
Adults: $75

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How To Adopt

Melanie was listed as Adoptable by Valley Animal Center
How can I adopt Melanie?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Valley Animal Center. 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 Melanie 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 Valley Animal Center for details on the pet.
When can I meet Melanie?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Valley Animal Center will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Melanie, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Valley Animal Center, and they'll be happy to help!
Valley Animal Center's Adoption Policy
Our standard adoption fee is $100 for cats, $120 for kittens, $100 for dogs, and $200 for puppies. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, deworm, flea/tick treatment, and up-to-date on vaccinations. Prior to adoption, every potential adopter is required to fill out an adoption application. The online application button may be located on the right side of this page. Once an application is submitted, an animal care associate will review the application and follow up with the applicant to schedule a private meet-and-greet appointment.

Melanie is from Valley Animal Center

[Fresno, CA]

Our Mission
Valley Animal Center is dedicated to controlling the pet population through education and spaying/neutering, not euthanasia. We believe animals deserve to be protected, respected, and given every consideration morally and ethically. Our mission is to assist with and provide for the health and welfare of the animals that hav...
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Today's hours: 12:00AM - 4PM
Location
3934 N. Hayston Ave. Fresno, CA, 93726

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