ADOPTED

Tessa

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Small

Tessa

Current Location

Columbus, OH

Physical Traits

Age: Adult, (3-8 years)
Gender: Female
Size: Small, (0-25 lbs)
Coat color: White / Cream

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Brave, Curious, Dignified, Gentle, Funny, Friendly, Playful, Smart
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Tessa's Compatibility

  • This pet has good compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has good compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Tessa's Story

Location: Orient, OH<br/><br/> Meet Tessa: She’s 5, Tired, and Has No Interest in Your Nonsense <br/><br/>Tessa is a 5-year-old Bichon who has officially entered her “I’ve seen enough, I’d like to sit down now” era. <br/><br/>She’s the kind of girl who doesn’t need a jam-packed schedule, a million adventures, or a social calendar that would exhaust the rest of us. Tessa is perfectly happy with a leisurely stroll, a cozy couch, and a nice long nap.<br/><br/>Basically... Tessa is your emotional support grandmother. <br/><br/>She’s calm, patient, sweet, and incredibly easygoing. She can be a little shy at first and takes some time to feel comfortable, but once she realizes she’s safe, she’s ready to settle into the good life.<br/><br/>Her ideal home?<br/><br/> Peace and quiet<br/> A comfy couch<br/> Short, leisurely walks<br/> Plenty of nap opportunities<br/> And a patient human who understands that trust is earned, not rushed<br/><br/>Energy Level: Low - she’s conserving her energy for important things, like napping.<br/><br/>Personality: Sweet, gentle, calm & easygoing.<br/><br/>Best Fit: Someone willing to give her time, patience, and plenty of reassurance while she learns that life can actually be pretty wonderful.<br/><br/>Tessa isn’t looking for someone to turn her into an adventure dog.<br/><br/>She’s looking for someone who will say, “You know what? We don’t have plans today.”<br/><br/>And Tessa will say, “Excellent. I’ll be on the couch.”

Location: Orient, OH

Meet Tessa: She’s 5, Tired, and Has No Interest in Your Nonsense

Tessa is a 5-year-old Bichon who has officially entered her “I’ve seen enough, I’d like to sit down now” era.

She’s the kind of girl who doesn’t need a jam-packed schedule, a million adventures, or a social calendar that would exhaust the rest of us. Tessa is perfectly happy with a leisurely stroll, a cozy couch, and a nice long nap.

Basically... Tessa is your emotional support grandmother.

She’s calm, patient, sweet, and incredibly easygoing. She can be a little shy at first and takes some time to feel comfortable, but once she realizes she’s safe, she’s ready to settle into the good life.

Her ideal home?

Peace and quiet
A comfy couch
Short, leisurely walks
Plenty of nap opportunities
And a patient human who understands that trust is earned, not rushed

Energy Level: Low - she’s conserving her energy for important things, like napping.

Location: Orient, OH

Meet Tessa: She’s 5, Tired, and Has No Interest in Your Nonsense

Tessa is a 5-year-old Bichon who has officially entered her “I’ve seen enough, I’d like to sit down now” era.

She’s the kind of girl who doesn’t need a jam-packed schedule, a million adventures, or a social calendar that would exhaust the rest of us. Tessa is perfectly happy with a leisurely stroll, a cozy couch, and a nice long nap.

Basically... Tessa is your emotional support grandmother.

She’s calm, patient, sweet, and incredibly easygoing. She can be a little shy at first and takes some time to feel comfortable, but once she realizes she’s safe, she’s ready to settle into the good life.

Her ideal home?

Peace and quiet
A comfy couch
Short, leisurely walks
Plenty of nap opportunities
And a patient human who understands that trust is earned, not rushed

Energy Level: Low - she’s conserving her energy for important things, like napping.

Personality: Sweet, gentle, calm & easygoing.

Best Fit: Someone willing to give her time, patience, and plenty of reassurance while she learns that life can actually be pretty wonderful.

Tessa isn’t looking for someone to turn her into an adventure dog.

She’s looking for someone who will say, “You know what? We don’t have plans today.”

And Tessa will say, “Exce

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Tessa is from Hickory Hounds Haven

[Columbus, OH]

Our Mission
At Hickory Hounds Haven, our mission is to provide exceptional care to neonates and medically vulnerable pets, with a special focus on brachycephalic and other high-needs breeds. We work closely with shelters, rural communities, and veterinarians to ensure every animal receives the individualized treatment, rehabilitation, ...
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