Zion

  • Puppy
  • Male
  • Medium

About Zion

West Richland, WA

Physical Traits

Puppy
(less than 1 year)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Black

Behavior

Health

Vaccinated:
Yes

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Zion's Story

Zion is a soft, thoughtful puppy with a gentle heart and a quiet sweetness that really shines once he feels safe. This bully mix boy takes in the world with a little bit of caution at first, but behind that is a loving, loyal companion just waiting to connect. Once he warms up, Zion is incredibly affectionate and will happily soak up all the love you have to give. <br/><br/>HISTORY<br/>Zion's DOB is listed as 12/20/2025. He comes from an accidental litter of at least seven puppies. His original family worked hard to place the litter, but ultimately needed help with the remaining pups. Five of his siblings were taken in by another local rescue, while Zion and his brother Eli came to us so we could share the responsibility of helping this large group find homes.<br/><br/>Zion is now thriving in foster care in Tri-Cities, Eastern Washington, where he's getting the structure, socialization, and consistency every puppy deserves. We share our dogs in other locations to give them the best chance at finding the right home. Zion is absolutely worth the trip, and we encourage meet-and-greets for approved adopters.<br/><br/>SOCIALIZATION, TEMPERAMENT AND TRAINING<br/>Zion is a sweet and sensitive puppy who is learning about the world one step at a time. He can be a little cautious when meeting new people, but with a bit of patience and kindness, he warms up and shows his affectionate, loving nature.<br/><br/>He is being raised in a home with older dog siblings and benefits greatly from their guidance. They are helping him learn boundaries, appropriate play, and how to navigate new situations. Zion also enjoys playing with other puppies and would do well in a home with another balanced, confident dog to help continue building his confidence.<br/><br/>Zion is making great progress with both crate training and potty training. He is learning to go outside when let out and is starting to understand kennel routines-he may protest a little at first, but settles in with time. He's a smart pup who is already picking up on structure and expectations.<br/><br/>Bath time can make him a little unsure, but he handles it well and continues to gain confidence with gentle exposure and reassurance.<br/><br/>Zion is just a baby; he is young and eager to learn how to be a good family dog. He'd love you to take him to school so he can learn ALL the skills he needs to be his best self. This would be beneficial for you as his pet parent(s) as well so that you can learn to communicate effectively with him and teach him to be confident.<br/><br/>It's important to remember: Zion is a puppy, and PUPPIES ARE HARD WORK! This little one is just getting started - he has sharp nails and needle teeth and loves to pounce on shoes and grab hold and tug on anything that moves! As far as he's concerned, anything and everything is for play. He still has everything to learn about being a civilized member of a mainly human family. He will trip you up, piddle on your rug, and chew your stuff. Please don't apply to adopt Zion unless you're sure you have the time, energy and desire to raise him right!<br/><br/>HEALTH STATUS<br/><br/>General info<br/>Zion is up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, microchipped, and dewormed. He appears to be a healthy, growing puppy.<br/><br/>HART does not support pediatric spay/neuter, so Zion has not yet been sterilized. As part of the adoption contract, you will be required to have him sterilized by 6 months of age. HART will refund $100 upon receiving proof of sterilization if requested.<br/><br/>ADOPTION<br/>The adoption fee for Zion is $425. Our process starts with an online application and may take a few days to a week to complete. We appreciate your patience while we do our part.<br/><br/>To apply to adopt Zion, please complete our online adoption application at https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HAWA-A-105 or email HearthfireART@gmail.com to request an adoption application form.<br/><br/>HART dogs live in foster homes, not in a kennel facility. To respect our fosters' privacy, we make our dogs available to meet adopters only after an adoption has been approved.

Zion is a soft, thoughtful puppy with a gentle heart and a quiet sweetness that really shines once he feels safe. This bully mix boy takes in the world with a little bit of caution at first, but behind that is a loving, loyal companion just waiting to connect. Once he warms up, Zion is incredibly affectionate and will happily soak up all the love you have to give.

HISTORY
Zion's DOB is listed as 12/20/2025. He comes from an accidental litter of at least seven puppies. His original family worked hard to place the litter, but ultimately needed help with the remaining pups. Five of his siblings were taken in by another local rescue, while Zion and his brother Eli came to us so we could share the responsibility of helping this large group find homes.

Zion is now thriving in foster care in Tri-Cities, Eastern Washington, where he's getting the structure, socialization, and consistency every puppy deserves. We share our dogs in other locations to give them the best chance at finding the right home. Zion is a

Zion is a soft, thoughtful puppy with a gentle heart and a quiet sweetness that really shines once he feels safe. This bully mix boy takes in the world with a little bit of caution at first, but behind that is a loving, loyal companion just waiting to connect. Once he warms up, Zion is incredibly affectionate and will happily soak up all the love you have to give.

HISTORY
Zion's DOB is listed as 12/20/2025. He comes from an accidental litter of at least seven puppies. His original family worked hard to place the litter, but ultimately needed help with the remaining pups. Five of his siblings were taken in by another local rescue, while Zion and his brother Eli came to us so we could share the responsibility of helping this large group find homes.

Zion is now thriving in foster care in Tri-Cities, Eastern Washington, where he's getting the structure, socialization, and consistency every puppy deserves. We share our dogs in other locations to give them the best chance at finding the right home. Zion is absolutely worth the trip, and we encourage meet-and-greets for approved adopters.

SOCIALIZATION, TEMPERAMENT AND TRAINING
Zion is a sweet and sensitive puppy who is learning about the world one step at a time. He can be a little cautious when meeting new people, but with a bit of patience and kindness, he warms up and shows his affectionate, loving nature.

He is being raised

How To Adopt

Zion was listed as Adoptable by HART (Hearthfire Animal Rescue Team)
How can I adopt Zion?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with HART (Hearthfire Animal Rescue Team). 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 Zion 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 HART (Hearthfire Animal Rescue Team) for details on the pet.
When can I meet Zion?
If you've submitted an inquiry, HART (Hearthfire Animal Rescue Team) will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Zion, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to HART (Hearthfire Animal Rescue Team), and they'll be happy to help!
HART (Hearthfire Animal Rescue Team)'s Adoption Policy
All our pets are in private foster homes. HART does not have a facility. For this reason, we introduce pets to potential adopters only after the adoption application has been approved. Our process involves: # A detailed application form, which must be submitted electronically # An online background check # Reference checks (calls to your vet, landlord, and at least two personal references) # Interviews with all the adults in the home (and, if the pet is intended primarily as a child's companion, we talk with the child) # A home visit, conducted at our discretion by a member of HART or a trusted rescue colleague Most of our pets are located in the Tri-Cities (Kennewick/Richland/Pasco) in Eastern Washington, and we place pets only in homes within the Pacific Northwest. As needed we may arrange for a trusted member of our team to transport a pet to an adopter, at the adopter's expense. We do not ever release pets to a third party for transportation; we personally introduce every pet to their adopter. HART is a registered 501(c)3 charity. We depend on adoption fees and donations to continue serving our community. We do not have an office or facility, and our team is made up only of volunteers. Our entire income goes to helping animals.

Zion is from HART (Hearthfire Animal Rescue Team)

[West Richland, WA]

Our Mission
HART helps people who love animals to help the pets they care about. # If you're looking to add a pet to your family and need to be sure it's a good fit for your lifestyle, pet experience and resources, we provide full, detailed and accurate information about the pet they adopt. We also take care to fully understand what ...
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