This helps Heart of Gold's Shelter with pet care costs.
My basic info
Breed
Basenji
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age
7 years 8 months old, Senior
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
42 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Needs experienced adopter
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
Has special needs
My personality
My story
Share
Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Meet Penny! She originally transferred to us a young pup from the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility in 2018.
Adopted in 2018, Penny returned to us in July of this year. She was originally listed as a Labrador/Boxer mix pup, but seeing her full adult size and markings, we now have her listed as a Basenji mix. At the end of the day, it's always a best guess!
Penny developed anxiety in her previous home which compounded over the years and became fear-based reactivity. We recommend reviewing her origin & progress stories below:
Penny's most recent update:
https://www.facebook.com/heartofgoldsshelter/posts/pfbid05LK8sXsTrsnHiopZ1CFCYtcbbptJD5CPuaP12TEzHmHHpEgJ7F54Erm95udPgCiyl
Behavioral Considerations: In a foster home setting and being surrounded by those experienced with the nuances of dog behavior, Penny is thriving and enjoys her foster home filled with 5 dogs, one other foster dog (Rocket), and 4 cats.
While there are multiple management techniques in place that help her peacefully co-exist in a multi-animal home, Penny will do best in a home that has either:
-No pets
-An owner with extensive experience in safely managing a multi-dog or multi-animal household (she can sometimes get a little carried away when playing outdoors and is receptive when firmly asking her to slow down. Otherwise, it's back indoors for a short time out!)
-An owner experienced with reactive dogs
Penny develops a heavy attachment to those she loves. She adores her foster mom and with love, patience, and a structured setting, she will also look at her future mom/dad as though you are her sun, her moon, and all her stars. A loyal gal indeed!
We want her to succeed in this second chance at adoption and are looking for an adopter that is not just excited about her adorable face and kissable cheeks (With consent! She's like a cat, affectionate on her terms!) but has the experience and means to care for a dog that isn't looking for the mental overstimulation that dog parks provide. Penny prefers to get her exercise with her people and dogs she has built trust with, and who are respectful of her boundaries. We as humans can definitely empathize with that!
While Penny does enjoy cuddle time and down time, she is quite the track star and loves to sprint, explore, chase wild rabbits, and fetch during play time! A home what will keep her active in a safe & controlled environment is where she will thrive!
We will send a package of professional training sessions to her future home, to give Penny her best foot forward in a new environment. A trainer coming directly to an adopter's home for these sessions will ensure that she thrives and is helped along through another life change.
Regarding COVID-19 and other contagious illnesses: Please reschedule any visits if you are sick.
Meet Penny! She originally transferred to us a young pup from the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility in 2018.
Adopted in 2018, Penny returned to us in July of this year. She was originally listed as a Labrador/Boxer mix pup, but seeing her full adult size and markings, we now have her listed as a Basenji mix. At the end of the day, it's always a best guess!
Penny developed anxiety in her previous home which compounded over the years and became fear-based reactivity. We recommend reviewing her origin & progress stories below:
Penny's most recent update:
https://www.facebook.com/heartofgoldsshelter/posts/pfbid05LK8sXsTrsnHiopZ1CFCYtcbbptJD5CPuaP12TEzHmHHpEgJ7F54Erm95udPgCiyl
Behavioral Considerations: In a foster home setting and being surrounded by those experienced with the nuances of dog behavior, Penny is thriving and enjoys her foster home filled with 5 dogs, one other foster dog (Rocket), and 4 cats.
While there are multiple management techniques in place that help her peacefully co-exist in a multi-animal home, Penny will do best in a home that has either:
-No pets
-An owner with extensive experience in safely managing a multi-dog or multi-animal household (she can sometimes get a little carried away when playing outdoors and is receptive when firmly asking her to slow down. Otherwise, it's back indoors for a short time out!)
-An owner experienced with reactive dogs
Penny develops a heavy attachment to those she loves. She adores her foster mom and with love, patience, and a structured setting, she will also look at her future mom/dad as though you are her sun, her moon, and all her stars. A loyal gal indeed!
We want her to succeed in this second chance at adoption and are looking for an adopter that is not just excited about her adorable face and kissable cheeks (With consent! She's like a cat, affectionate on her terms!) but has the experience and means to care for a dog that isn't looking for the mental overstimulation that dog parks provide. Penny prefers to get her exercise with her people and dogs she has built trust with, and who are respectful of her boundaries. We as humans can definitely empathize with that!
While Penny does enjoy cuddle time and down time, she is quite the track star and loves to sprint, explore, chase wild rabbits, and fetch during play time! A home what will keep her active in a safe & controlled environment is where she will thrive!
We will send a package of professional training sessions to her future home, to give Penny her best foot forward in a new environment. A trainer coming directly to an adopter's home for these sessions will ensure that she thrives and is helped along through another life change.
Regarding COVID-19 and other contagious illnesses: Please reschedule any visits if you are sick.
Checks can made out to the Heart of Gold Legacy Foundation and sent via mail to:
9400 Blossom Valley Road
El Cajon, CA, 92021
Currently raising funds towards Baguette's extensive medical expenses.
Their adoption process
1.
Submit Application
Available by request.
2.
Meet the Pet
Scheduled a viewing appointment.
We always encourage all household members, including dogs, to attend.
3.
Approve Application
After checking references and clearing all other questions that may occur when reviewing your application.
Inquire for an application!
4.
Home Check
5.
Sign Adoption Contract
6.
Pay Fee
7.
Take the Pet Home
Congratulations! Thank you for saving a life through choosing dog adoption!
Additional adoption info
We are not only looking for the best fit for the prospective adopter, but our rescues as well!
We are not only looking for the best fit for the prospective adopter, but our rescues as well!
Go meet their pets
We are open to the public by appointment only. Please call/email to schedule a viewing appointment.
Our next Adoption Event is at Petco-Santee:
When: January 3rd, 2026
Where: 9745 Mission Gorge Rd. Santee, CA, 92071
Time: 10am-3pm
We are open to the public by appointment only. Please call/email to schedule a viewing appointment.
Our next Adoption Event is at Petco-Santee:
When: January 3rd, 2026
Where: 9745 Mission Gorge Rd. Santee, CA, 92071
Time: 10am-3pm
More about this rescue
We are a private, specialized, no-kill, 501(c)(3) dog rescue dedicated to providing housing & individualized care to dogs of all breeds.
We cater to their respective temperaments and adopt them into well-matched homes.
Please note that we do not accept dogs from the public (unless they were adopted directly from our rescue) as we pull dogs from larger shelter partners.
We are a private, specialized, no-kill, 501(c)(3) dog rescue dedicated to providing housing & individualized care to dogs of all breeds.
We cater to their respective temperaments and adopt them into well-matched homes.
Please note that we do not accept dogs from the public (unless they were adopted directly from our rescue) as we pull dogs from larger shelter partners.
Other pets at this
rescue
We'll also keep you updated on Little Miss's adoption status with email updates.
