My name is River!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 1 week ago

Cared for by Help a Dog Smile

Or Apply to Adopt

My basic info

Breed

Chihuahua/Dachshund

Color

Tan/Yellow/Fawn

Age

Puppy

Size

Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)

Weight

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Sex

Female

Pet ID

20453689

My details

Good with dogs

Shots current

Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

My name is River and I am a 6- month-old puppy: Here is my story. I came into the rescue with my 3 sisters because the family couldn’t take care of all of us. I am the explorer of the group. My foster mom says that if there is a way out of the puppy play area, I will be the one to find it. I am known for being the best kisser and will shower you with affection. I'm a very playful girl who would absolutely love to have a friend to explore and play with. I get along great with everyone I meet. I am looking for a family where someone is home most of the time to continue with my house training, doggy socialization and to give me lots of love and attention. I am very much a puppy and will need a patient owner who will work with her on my basic training. I am potty trained as long as you keep up with taking me out on a regular schedule. I will require patience while she transitions to a new environment and schedule.

While I am an indoor dog, I love the fresh air outside and will need a home with a nice, safe fenced yard to run and play in with my family. I am sorry but I am not suited for apartment/condo living. Please be sure you are ready for the antics of a puppy and a 15+ year commitment when applying.

River is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped. Her adoption fee of $350 helps offset the rescue's medical expenses. If you live in the Phoenix metro area and think she could be the right fit for you, please complete an adoption application*: Adoption Application - Help A Dog Smile .

*Please note that the application is not a commitment to adopt–it is a tool used to help determine if a dog and applicant would make a good match. Applications are forwarded to the foster family for review and follow-up

Rescue

Help a Dog Smile

Contact info

Pet ID

20453689

Contact

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Phone

(480) 788-0207

josie@helpadogsmile.org

Website

http://www.helpadogsmile.org

Address

P.O. Box 8195, Glendale, AZ 85312

Donation

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Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Adoption is a lifetime commitment. After an application and a verbal interview is completed and it is determined that the adoption is a compatible match, a contract is signed with specific guidelines. An adoption fee (usually between $250-$500) to help off-set medical, feeding and Rescue costs is collected. The contract states that at any time the adoption does not work out, the dog is to be returned to our Rescue group for alternate placement. The dog is not to be 'given away' or 'rehomed' or 'taken to the pound'. If there are other dogs in the home, they must meet prior to adoption. All family members in the household have to agree to the adoption. No dog is to be adopted as a 'gift'. No out of state adoptions.

Adoption application

https://www.helpadogsmile.org/adoption-application/

Go meet their pets

Adoptions can be arranged by appointment or our dogs can be met on the first Saturday of the month at Petsmart, Desert Ridge Noon to 3:00 PM.

More about this rescue

Help A Dog Smile is a 501c3 non-profit Arizona corporation and member of PACC911. We are a group of volunteers who all have regular, full time jobs. We are passionate about helping the dogs entrusted to our care and will strive to find the perfect home for each dog. 100% of the funds received goes directly to the medical care of the dogs rescued.