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Penny

  • Senior
  • Female
  • Small

About Penny

Arlington, VA

Breed

Yorkshire Terrier

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Female
Small
(0-25 lbs)

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Penny’s Compatibility

    This pet has good 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.

Adoption Fee

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Penny's Story

Meet Penny<br/>This sweet senior girl is safe in our care thanks to her incredible foster mom, Angelique, who advocated for her when she needed someone most. While we don’t know Penny’s full history, we do know she had been passed from home to home without ever receiving the medical care she needed and deserved.<br/><br/>Penny arrived with significant medical needs. She was unspayed, long overdue for a dental, and her wellness exam revealed mammary masses and possible cataracts. During her spay and mass removal surgery, veterinarians discovered two mammary masses and an ovarian mass. Thankfully, all were removed successfully, and we received wonderful news that the mammary tumors were benign. The ovarian mass was caught early enough that surgery is believed to be curative, and after consultation with an oncologist, no further treatment was recommended.<br/><br/>Despite everything she has been through, Penny’s spirit absolutely shines. Her foster mom shared, “Penny has decided I’m her person and is happiest when she’s touching me. She is quite spunky and very easy to love.”<br/><br/>Penny is estimated to be around 8 or 9 years old and has fully adjusted to life in her foster home, which includes multiple dogs and three teen children. She integrated easily into the pack and seems to do best with dogs who match her smaller size and moderate energy level. While she would likely enjoy a canine companion, Penny could also thrive as an only dog if her adopter is home often and willing to shower her with attention and companionship. Once Penny chooses her person, she forms a very deep bond and quickly becomes their tiny supervisor and shadow.<br/><br/>Penny is affectionate, opinionated, funny, and full of personality. She takes a little time to warm up, but once she feels safe, she becomes a total character. She has the cutest gummy bark due to only having a few teeth remaining after her dental, and she is not shy about sharing her opinions. While she enjoys cuddling, it is usually on her terms, though she always wants to be nearby and touching her favorite person whenever possible.<br/><br/>Penny enjoys neighborhood walks, exploring the yard, car rides (preferably on a lap), and occasional bursts of zoomies. She is an excellent leash walker and has very nice house manners. She is potty trained, sleeps soundly through the night, and tolerates a crate if necessary, though she would much rather be close to her people. She does not seem overly interested in toys, but she does enjoy engaging with her humans and being part of daily life.<br/><br/>Food is one of Penny’s greatest joys. She is a true foodie who loves mealtime, snacks, and social eating opportunities. Angelique jokes that Penny regularly supervises her throughout the day, making sure she is staying productive, avoiding bathroom bandits, and creating soft cozy places for Penny to relax.<br/><br/>Penny would do best in a calm, loving home with older children or adults who understand and respect small dogs. She does not enjoy being picked up unexpectedly and will let you know when she is uncomfortable. She is indifferent toward strangers and visitors, preferring to quietly observe rather than demand attention.<br/><br/>This resilient little girl has been through so much change in a short period of time, yet she continues to greet life with bravery, sass, and so much love to give. Penny deserves a forever home where she will finally be cherished, spoiled, and adored for the rest of her days.<br/><br/>Apply today!<br/><br/>BEED ESTIMATE: Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie)<br/>GENDER: Female<br/>APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 6 lbs<br/>APPROXIMATE AGE: ~8 to 9 years old<br/>COAT TYPE: longer coat that needs regular grooming.<br/>ADOPTION FEE: $425<br/>OTHER INFO: UTD on shots/spayed/microchipped/dental<br/>LOCATION: Chantilly, VA<br/><br/>FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.

Meet Penny
This sweet senior girl is safe in our care thanks to her incredible foster mom, Angelique, who advocated for her when she needed someone most. While we don’t know Penny’s full history, we do know she had been passed from home to home without ever receiving the medical care she needed and deserved.

Penny arrived with significant medical needs. She was unspayed, long overdue for a dental, and her wellness exam revealed mammary masses and possible cataracts. During her spay and mass removal surgery, veterinarians discovered two mammary masses and an ovarian mass. Thankfully, all were removed successfully, and we received wonderful news that the mammary tumors were benign. The ovarian mass was caught early enough that surgery is believed to be curative, and after consultation with an oncologist, no further treatment was recommended.

Despite everything she has been through, Penny’s spirit absolutely shines. Her foster mom shared, “Penny has decided I’m her person and is happiest when she’s touchin

Meet Penny
This sweet senior girl is safe in our care thanks to her incredible foster mom, Angelique, who advocated for her when she needed someone most. While we don’t know Penny’s full history, we do know she had been passed from home to home without ever receiving the medical care she needed and deserved.

Penny arrived with significant medical needs. She was unspayed, long overdue for a dental, and her wellness exam revealed mammary masses and possible cataracts. During her spay and mass removal surgery, veterinarians discovered two mammary masses and an ovarian mass. Thankfully, all were removed successfully, and we received wonderful news that the mammary tumors were benign. The ovarian mass was caught early enough that surgery is believed to be curative, and after consultation with an oncologist, no further treatment was recommended.

Despite everything she has been through, Penny’s spirit absolutely shines. Her foster mom shared, “Penny has decided I’m her person and is happiest when she’s touching me. She is quite spunky and very easy to love.”

Penny is estimated to be around 8 or 9 years old and has fully adjusted to life in her foster home, which includes multiple dogs and three teen children. She integrated easily into the pack and seems to do best with dogs who match her smaller size and moderate energy level. While she would likely enjoy a canine companion, Penny could also

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How To Adopt

Penny was listed as Adoptable by Worthy Dog Rescue
How can I adopt Penny?
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 Penny 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 Penny?
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 Penny, 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

Penny is from Worthy Dog Rescue

[Arlington, VA]

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...
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