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Paisley

Adult
Female
Small

Chihuahua

About Paisley

Arlington, VA

Breed

Chihuahua

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Female

Small

(0-25 lbs)

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Paisley’s Compatibility

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Paisley's Story

Meet Paisley! This adorable girl came to us from a rural county shelter after being surrendered by her owner. Once a bit shy, she’s now thriving in foster care and showing off her sassy Chihuahua personality. Paisley is a fun-loving pup who’s always up for an adventure but equally happy to snuggle with her humans. Paisley is currently fostered with two moms and five other dogs and has done well as part of a pack. While she has the occasional moment of classic Chihuahua sass, especially when it comes to sharing couch space, she’s also a fantastic playmate. She’s very good at reading other dogs, adjusting her energy and play style to match those who want to play, and respectfully giving space to those who don’t. After 3.5 weeks in foster care, Paisley has developed solid house manners. She’s doing well with potty training and is now crate trained. Her foster moms use the crate overnight and when they’re out of the house. While Paisley would happily choose to sleep in bed with her people, the crate gives her a cozy space of her own in a busy multi-dog home. She may cry briefly at first, but settles quickly and adapts well. Over the holidays, Paisley met a large extended family, including kids ages 10 and 11. She was initially nervous but warmed up quickly and did well with everyone. She can be a bit mouthy during play, so she may not be the best match for toddlers, but she would do well with older children. Paisley has a moderate energy level with a playful, puppy-like side. She enjoys running laps in the yard, going for long walks, and indoor playtime, but she’s just as happy cuddling and relaxing with her humans. Her leash skills are getting better; she just needs more practice and a short leash. She does well with a shorter leash where she’s made to stay next to you. Otherwise, she’s just a curious girl who wants to explore. One important note: Paisley is a bit of an adventure-seeker! She can be a flight risk, not out of fear, but curiosity, and will dash out the front door if given the opportunity (as many dogs do). Her foster mom has begun working on door-boundary training, and she’ll need a family that’s mindful and consistent about safety. We think Paisley would do well as an only dog, soaking up all the attention, or paired with a compatible pup playmate. She’d also be a great candidate for doggy daycare to continue her socialization. She has a flexible play style and does well with a variety of dog personalities. This adorable girl is ready to bring joy, laughter, and lots of snuggles to her forever home. Apply today! BREED ESTIMATE: Chihuahua Mix GENDER: Female APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 8 lbs (should be 10-11 lbs at full weight) APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 10 -12 mos old COAT TYPE: Short coat ADOPTION FEE: $425.00 OTHER INFO: utd on shots/will be spayed and microchipped LOCATION: Herndon, VA FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.

How To Adopt

Paisley was listed as Adoptable by Worthy Dog Rescue

How can I adopt Paisley?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Worthy Dog 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 Paisley 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 Worthy Dog Rescue for details on the pet.

When can I meet Paisley?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Worthy Dog Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Paisley, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Worthy Dog Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

Worthy Dog Rescue's Adoption Policy

Thank you for considering adoption and choosing to save a dog’s life! As you search for your new dog, please remember that there is no shortage of dogs who need saving. There are far more dogs waiting to be adopted than people who are willing to adopt them, so if the dog in the picture who you’ve imagined bringing home isn’t available, there are thousands more amazing, loving dogs just hoping for the chance to be your dog. We ask that you keep an open mind, stay flexible, and we will do our best to work with you to find a great match for your family. We strongly encourage anyone thinking about adopting a dog to do your research and make sure you are prepared for the commitment. If you have thought about what’s required and are ready to adopt, here’s what you can expect when you apply to adopt a dog from Worthy Dog Rescue. APPROVAL PROCESS APPLY To start the approval process, the first step is to complete our non-binding adoption application REFERENCES If applicable, we check vet references to ensure that your pets have been kept current on care, and a copy of your lease to ensure that adopting doesn't violate your rental agreement INTERVIEW Once your application is submitted and reviewed, and your vet provides a positive reference, a Worthy Dog Rescue volunteer will contact you to schedule a phone interview to discuss your application HOME VISIT A Worthy Dog Rescue volunteer will schedule a time to visit your home, in person, to meet you and verify that your home is a good, safe environment for one of our dogs APPROVAL Upon approval, if the dog you applied for is still available and a good match, we will schedule a time for you to meet the dog. If not, we will work with you to find another dog who will suit your family. TIMING The approval process can take a week or two depending on your availability and our volunteers’ schedules. The rescue is run by a team of volunteers from your community who love dogs. We are just regular people with jobs, kids, and lives whose time is as limited as yours. That means that during periods of high activity or seasonal vacations the process may take a little longer. THE DOG YOU APPLY FOR IS NOT GUARANTEED Worthy Dog Rescue cannot guarantee that the dog you apply for will be available once you have been approved. We do our best to work with adopters and meet your needs, but we do not adopt dogs on a first-come, first-serve basis. All applications are screened to determine the most suitable match for the dog and the adopter. We want to place dogs in good homes as quickly as possible, so the dog can start their new life with their family, and we can free up their foster home to save another dog in need. We understand how easy it is to become attached to a dog you’ve found online, but sometimes the dog you apply for may already be scheduled to meet another adopter, or it may not be the best fit for your home for a variety of behavioral reasons. Our dogs are fostered by one of our volunteers, living in their home as part of their family. This allows us to get to know the dog, what they need, their level of socialization, and the type of home that will best suit them. Our goal is to place dogs in loving, responsible, and committed permanent homes. We take great care in finding good matches for our dogs and adopters too. We look forward to working with you to find the dog that will be with you and your family for many years to come. ADOPTION POLICIES · Must be at least 23 · All applicants who live in a rental property must provide contact information for their landlord, and have approval from the landlord to have a pet at the residence listed on the adoption application · Applicants must allow Worthy Dog Rescue to conduct a home visit to confirm that your home will be a good environment for a new dog · All animals in the applicant’s household must be spayed/neutered and up to date on all vaccines before consideration · All adults living in the home must meet the dog and be in agreement about adoption · Applicants must be willing to keep their new dog and current family pets as indoor pets · All adoptive families will provide all medical care and treatment needed for the dog including, but not limited to, yearly medical checkups, vaccines, and preventative heartworm medication · Dogs will be adopted only as a personal companion and not as a gift, working animal, or guard dog · A fenced yard is ideal for dogs, but is NOT a requirement for adoption unless specified · Because young puppies require intensive training and care, we cannot place puppies younger than five months of age in a home where someone is consistently absent from the home for long periods of time · In the event an adoption does not work out, applicants must agree to return the dog to Worthy Dog Rescue rather than rehoming the dog themselves

Our Mission

Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping dogs in distress, especially those living on chains, in pens, or in neglectful and abusive situations. Our mission is to provide a better life for these dogs through rescue and rehabilitation, outreach and education in the communitie...