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Shakira

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium

About Shakira

Portland, OR

Breed

Rhodesian Ridgeback&Chocolate Labrador RetrieverMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Brown / Chocolate, Black, White / Cream

Behavior

Shakira’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.

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Shakira's Story

Meet Shakira! This sweet pup was found in Todos Santos, Mexico in early 2025. We estimate this sweet gal was born in March of 2022, and she currently weighs around 45 pounds. Shakira is patiently waiting for her forever family to find her, and is hoping they come just in time to celebrate the holidays with her!<br/><br/>Shakira was found by a local family in town and fostered by them until a spot opened at the shelter for her. She is now spending her days playing with her doggie friends and learning new skills -- like how to walk on a leash without pulling or how to behave in a kennel. Shakira loves meeting new human friends, but needs to be a little more careful about playing with her dog friends as she has a tendency to play a little on the rougher side. This can be intimating to smaller dog, or even small children, however, this is not on purpose she just wants to have a good time! We think a home with children 12+ would be good for Shakira as she is a little on the heavier side weighing around 45 pounds. She is NOT AGGRESSIVE, she just plays a little rougher than some other dogs would enjoy and has not been tested around small children. Shakira loves treats and cuddling, and our team thinks she would LOVE to have weekly pupcups with her new family. This sweet gal would fit perfectly into almost any lifestyle, and we think she will love exploring the PNW this fall season with her new family. <br/><br/>All of Saving Baja Paws dogs come with a fantastic flexible foster-to-adopt option. This is a unique opportunity that allows your family to make sure it a perfect match with your new pup. <br/><br/>Shakira is currently located in La Paz, Mexico at our shelter and is hanging out in the sun and with their doggie friends all day long. Shakira is ready to venture to the PNW if they have a dedicated foster or an adopter. Once a pup is picked for a new family they can normally arrive to the PNW within 15 days. <br/><br/>Shakira's adoption fee for Oregon, Washington, or California is $300USD. This helps us cover most of her vet and care costs incurred in Mexico, and the transport fee to bring our pups over 1,500 miles to the PNW. All our dogs come spay or neutered, with all theirs shots for the year, and have had multiple blood tests done prior to entering the USA from Mexico.<br/><br/>All our pups come fully up to date on shots, are tested for heartworm and other diseases, microchipped, fecal tested, current on flea medications, and also come spayed / neutered. <br/><br/>Please Apply >> savingbajapaws.org/application

Meet Shakira! This sweet pup was found in Todos Santos, Mexico in early 2025. We estimate this sweet gal was born in March of 2022, and she currently weighs around 45 pounds. Shakira is patiently waiting for her forever family to find her, and is hoping they come just in time to celebrate the holidays with her!

Shakira was found by a local family in town and fostered by them until a spot opened at the shelter for her. She is now spending her days playing with her doggie friends and learning new skills -- like how to walk on a leash without pulling or how to behave in a kennel. Shakira loves meeting new human friends, but needs to be a little more careful about playing with her dog friends as she has a tendency to play a little on the rougher side. This can be intimating to smaller dog, or even small children, however, this is not on purpose she just wants to have a good time! We think a home with children 12+ would be good for Shakira as she is a little on the heavier side weighing around 45 pounds. She is NOT AGGRE

Meet Shakira! This sweet pup was found in Todos Santos, Mexico in early 2025. We estimate this sweet gal was born in March of 2022, and she currently weighs around 45 pounds. Shakira is patiently waiting for her forever family to find her, and is hoping they come just in time to celebrate the holidays with her!

Shakira was found by a local family in town and fostered by them until a spot opened at the shelter for her. She is now spending her days playing with her doggie friends and learning new skills -- like how to walk on a leash without pulling or how to behave in a kennel. Shakira loves meeting new human friends, but needs to be a little more careful about playing with her dog friends as she has a tendency to play a little on the rougher side. This can be intimating to smaller dog, or even small children, however, this is not on purpose she just wants to have a good time! We think a home with children 12+ would be good for Shakira as she is a little on the heavier side weighing around 45 pounds. She is NOT AGGRESSIVE, she just plays a little rougher than some other dogs would enjoy and has not been tested around small children. Shakira loves treats and cuddling, and our team thinks she would LOVE to have weekly pupcups with her new family. This sweet gal would fit perfectly into almost any lifestyle, and we think she will love exploring the PNW this fall season with her new family.

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How To Adopt

Shakira was listed as Adoptable by Saving Baja Paws
How can I adopt Shakira?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Saving Baja Paws. 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 Shakira 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 Saving Baja Paws for details on the pet.
When can I meet Shakira?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Saving Baja Paws will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Shakira, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Saving Baja Paws, and they'll be happy to help!
Saving Baja Paws's Adoption Policy
Apply through our website savingbajapaws.org/application Phone interview Pictures of backyard Home check at time of meet and greet Trial adoption period of 72 hours or more if needed Complete the contract and pay the full fee *We list dogs on PetFinder before we post them on our website - all dogs on Petfinder currently active are available

Shakira is from Saving Baja Paws

[tigard, OR]

Our Mission
Saving Baja Paws is a registered 501(c)3 dedicated to helping end dog homelessness by supporting and facilitating spay and neuter campaigns, creating a foster based rescue program in Oregon, and maintaining a shelter in Todos Santos, BCS, Mexico.
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