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Thelma

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium

About Thelma

Tacoma, WA

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Couch, Friendly, Gentle, Loves, Smart
House-trained: Yes

Health

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

Thelma’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has bad compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Thelma's Story

Meet Thelma! Thelma may not have much interest in posing for photos, but she has no shortage of personality. This adorable little “Tootsie Roll” is far more interested in exploring the world, collecting treats, and soaking up attention than sitting still to show off just how beautiful she is. And those ears? Pure pittie perfection...until something catches her attention and suddenly, it is full-on “Lab mode activated.”<br/><br/>At 6 to 7 years old, Thelma is an American Staffordshire Terrier mix with the perfect balance of energy and maturity. She has her puppy antics behind her, but still has plenty of joyful wiggles, smiles, and adventures ahead of her. Fully vetted, healthy, and wonderfully well-mannered, Thelma is the kind of dog who fits easily into daily life and quickly becomes your most loyal companion.<br/><br/>She has thrived in foster care and is:<br/>✔️ Crate trained<br/>✔️ Potty trained<br/>✔️ Great in the car<br/>✔️ Excellent on leash<br/>✔️ Well-behaved enough to go to work with her foster mom<br/><br/>Whether it is a walk around the neighborhood, a road trip, or a quiet day on the couch, Thelma is happiest when she is with her people.<br/><br/>Why everyone falls in love with Thelma:<br/>• Incredibly affectionate and loves to snuggle<br/>• Adores every person she meets<br/>• Great adventure buddy<br/>• Easygoing and well-behaved<br/>• Full of happy wiggles and nonstop smiles<br/>• Loyal, loving, and eager to be by your side<br/><br/>Thelma would do best as the only pet or with a calm male dog and proper introductions. Because her enthusiastic greetings can be a little exuberant, she is best suited for a home with older children.<br/><br/>💛 The part that breaks our hearts…<br/><br/>Thelma has been waiting more than three years for someone to choose her.<br/><br/>Three years of watching other dogs go home.<br/>Three years of loving everyone she meets.<br/>Three years of waiting patiently for a family to call her own.<br/><br/>And through it all, she continues to greet each day with a wagging tail, an open heart, and endless hope.<br/><br/>Thelma is the total package: affectionate, loyal, easygoing, and ready to love with her whole heart. All she needs is one chance, and she will repay it tenfold.<br/><br/>If you are looking for a devoted best friend, an adventure companion, and a world-class snuggle buddy, Thelma is ready to meet you.<br/><br/>If you are interested in adopting, please copy/paste the link below in your internet browser to submit an application:<br/><br/>https://form.jotform.com/50488470409157

Meet Thelma! Thelma may not have much interest in posing for photos, but she has no shortage of personality. This adorable little “Tootsie Roll” is far more interested in exploring the world, collecting treats, and soaking up attention than sitting still to show off just how beautiful she is. And those ears? Pure pittie perfection...until something catches her attention and suddenly, it is full-on “Lab mode activated.”

At 6 to 7 years old, Thelma is an American Staffordshire Terrier mix with the perfect balance of energy and maturity. She has her puppy antics behind her, but still has plenty of joyful wiggles, smiles, and adventures ahead of her. Fully vetted, healthy, and wonderfully well-mannered, Thelma is the kind of dog who fits easily into daily life and quickly becomes your most loyal companion.

She has thrived in foster care and is:
✔️ Crate trained
✔️ Potty trained
✔️ Great in the car
✔️ Excellent on leash
✔️ Well-behaved enough to go to work with her foster mom

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Meet Thelma! Thelma may not have much interest in posing for photos, but she has no shortage of personality. This adorable little “Tootsie Roll” is far more interested in exploring the world, collecting treats, and soaking up attention than sitting still to show off just how beautiful she is. And those ears? Pure pittie perfection...until something catches her attention and suddenly, it is full-on “Lab mode activated.”

At 6 to 7 years old, Thelma is an American Staffordshire Terrier mix with the perfect balance of energy and maturity. She has her puppy antics behind her, but still has plenty of joyful wiggles, smiles, and adventures ahead of her. Fully vetted, healthy, and wonderfully well-mannered, Thelma is the kind of dog who fits easily into daily life and quickly becomes your most loyal companion.

She has thrived in foster care and is:
✔️ Crate trained
✔️ Potty trained
✔️ Great in the car
✔️ Excellent on leash
✔️ Well-behaved enough to go to work with her foster mom

Whether it is a walk around the neighborhood, a road trip, or a quiet day on the couch, Thelma is happiest when she is with her people.

Why everyone falls in love with Thelma:
• Incredibly affectionate and loves to snuggle
• Adores every person she meets
• Great adventure buddy
• Easygoing and well-behaved
• Full of happy wiggles and nonstop smiles
• Loyal, loving, and e

Consider Thelma for adoption?

How To Adopt

Thelma was listed as ADOPTABLE by Lucky Paws Rescue
How can I adopt Thelma?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Lucky Paws 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 Thelma 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 Lucky Paws Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Thelma?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Lucky Paws Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Thelma, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Lucky Paws Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Lucky Paws Rescue's Adoption Policy
Our own adoption process includes an application, vet reference checks, as well as a home visit. We want to ensure that once we have rescued an animal, that animal will never need to be rescued again. We ALWAYS have the animal’s best interest at heart.

Thelma is from Lucky Paws Rescue

[Tacoma, WA]

Consider Thelma for adoption?