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Tessa in IA

  • Young
  • Female
  • Small

About Tessa in IA

Des Moines, IA

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Female
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Short
White / Cream, Apricot / Beige

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Tessa in IA’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.

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Tessa in IA's Story

The adoption process starts with an Online Adoption Application you can find at 'https://www.adoptaboston.com/adoption-application.<br/>Phone interviews do not take place til after an approved application is on file and we have a possible match for your home<br/><br/>My name is Tessa! I was born in August of 2023 which makes me just over 2 years old. I am just over 13 lbs. I am being fostered in Ames, Iowa. I am needing a new home because I am an owner surrender.<br/><br/>I am a fun, spunky girl who loves playing with my foster family! My absolute favorite game is zooming around the backyard at full speed and teasing my foster brother by grabbing the toys before he can. When I’ve gotten all my wiggles out, I love nothing more than curling up with my foster mom for some snuggle time.<br/><br/>I am kennel-trained, housetrained, and I ride great in the car. I get along with dogs of all sizes, and I even like cats—I enjoy playing with them too, so if you have cats who don’t mind a playful friend, I’d fit right in!<br/><br/>I can be a little unsure of strangers at first. I might bark and then run to hide, but once I know you, I’m a confident, happy girl. I do bark sometimes, so apartment living might depend on how sound-friendly your building is. I’m still working on my leash skills, but I’m a smart pup and learning quickly!<br/><br/>Here’s a little more about me:<br/>Housetrained: Yes!<br/>Kennel trained: Yes!<br/>Leash-trained: I’m working on it<br/>Good with dogs: Yes<br/>Good with cats: Yes<br/>Good with young kids: Yes<br/>Good with strangers: I need a little warm-up time<br/>Shy or confident: Confidence (once I know you!)<br/>Barks: Occasionally<br/>Apartment qualified: Possibly<br/>Special needs: None<br/>Adoption Fee? $ 450<br/><br/>The adoption process starts with an Online Adoption Application you can find at ''https://www.adoptaboston.com/adoption-application.<br/><br/>All our dogs are spayed/neutered (if six months and older), up to date on rabies and distemper, heartworm tested, and microchipped. Other medical needs diagnosed while in foster care are also treated prior to adoption.<br/><br/>MABTR requires a fenced in area from families who own their home, however we DO adopt to apartment complexes and communities where fences are not permitted due to leases and covenants. In these cases a leash law must be enforced. We do not accept invisible fencing.<br/><br/>MABTR only adopts to families residing in NE, CO, MO, KS, IA, WY, SD, ND, ID, UT, MT, MN, and NW AR due to the lack of volunteer support in other states, no exception even if you are willing to drive.<br/><br/>If you are Interested in Adoption please complete our online adoption application at 'https://www.adoptaboston.com/adoption-application<br/><br/>Petfinder's form is NOT our application. We will respond back to you within 72 hours of receiving your application.<br/><br/>Interested in Donating visit https://www.adoptaboston.com/donate

The adoption process starts with an Online Adoption Application you can find at 'https://www.adoptaboston.com/adoption-application.
Phone interviews do not take place til after an approved application is on file and we have a possible match for your home

My name is Tessa! I was born in August of 2023 which makes me just over 2 years old. I am just over 13 lbs. I am being fostered in Ames, Iowa. I am needing a new home because I am an owner surrender.

I am a fun, spunky girl who loves playing with my foster family! My absolute favorite game is zooming around the backyard at full speed and teasing my foster brother by grabbing the toys before he can. When I’ve gotten all my wiggles out, I love nothing more than curling up with my foster mom for some snuggle time.

I am kennel-trained, housetrained, and I ride great in the car. I get along with dogs of all sizes, and I even like cats—I enjoy playing with them too, so if you have cats who don’t mind a playful friend, I’d fit right in!

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The adoption process starts with an Online Adoption Application you can find at 'https://www.adoptaboston.com/adoption-application.
Phone interviews do not take place til after an approved application is on file and we have a possible match for your home

My name is Tessa! I was born in August of 2023 which makes me just over 2 years old. I am just over 13 lbs. I am being fostered in Ames, Iowa. I am needing a new home because I am an owner surrender.

I am a fun, spunky girl who loves playing with my foster family! My absolute favorite game is zooming around the backyard at full speed and teasing my foster brother by grabbing the toys before he can. When I’ve gotten all my wiggles out, I love nothing more than curling up with my foster mom for some snuggle time.

I am kennel-trained, housetrained, and I ride great in the car. I get along with dogs of all sizes, and I even like cats—I enjoy playing with them too, so if you have cats who don’t mind a playful friend, I’d fit right in!

I can be a little unsure of strangers at first. I might bark and then run to hide, but once I know you, I’m a confident, happy girl. I do bark sometimes, so apartment living might depend on how sound-friendly your building is. I’m still working on my leash skills, but I’m a smart pup and learning quickly!

Here’s a little more about me:
Housetrained: Yes!
Kennel trained: Yes!
Leash

How To Adopt

Tessa in IA was listed as Adoptable by MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue
How can I adopt Tessa in IA?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with MidAmerica Boston Terrier 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 Tessa in IA 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 MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Tessa in IA?
If you've submitted an inquiry, MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Tessa in IA, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue's Adoption Policy
There is no fee for submitting an application with us. We are not affiliated with any other organization so we do require our application to be submitted in order to be considered. We prefer applications be completed online, We DO adopt to families with fenced in yards or those that live in apartments/condos. MABTR offers a two-week trial period with each adoption to ensure your new dog is a good fit. You only need to complete one application per household, not per dog of interest. MABTR will do our best to help transport any adopted dog within the 13 states we serve. We do not adopt outside of our service area, no exceptions. It may take us up to four days to process your application as we review applications twice a week.

Tessa in IA is from MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue

[Elkhorn, NE]

Our Mission
MABTR has made it our mission to take in and care for as many Bostons as possible by rescuing Boston Terriers and Boston mixes that are surrendered/unwanted, homeless/stray, mistreated/neglected, slated for euthanasia or puppy mill released, no matter their health, condition or age, finding them safe and happy forever homes...
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