Meet Jelly Bean! This adorable 7-pound nugget was abandoned in a mobile home park by her owners who moved away and left her behind to fend for herself. Thankfully, compassionate neighbors stepped in to feed her but grew concerned as winter temperatures began to drop and she did not have proper shelter. They reached out to rescue for help, and Jelly Bean is now on the path to finding the loving forever home she deserves.
When she arrived, Jelly Bean was covered in fleas and needed a good bath, but she was otherwise in good shape. She quickly proved herself to be a very sweet little pup and has settled nicely into her local foster home. She is being fostered with a mom, dad, and two dogs. She’s been respectful of the other dogs but needs a little time to build rapport. This gentle girl would do best paired with pups that share her laidback energy, making her a wonderful companion for a calm pack.
We checked in with her foster mom, Kristin for a quick update:
“Jelly Bean is an incredibly sweet Chihuahua who has quickly made herself at home. She adores her foster dad, Donnie, and has been competing with Tessa for prime lap space during TV time. At night, she loves burrowing under the blankets in bed, where she sleeps peacefully all night. Blankets are her favorite—she even does this ridiculously cute thing where she pulls one down and falls asleep chewing on it. I’ll try to get a video.
Jelly Bean is mostly potty trained but doesn’t signal when she needs to go outside, so regular potty breaks help prevent accidents. She’s not particularly vocal; she’ll bark when the other dogs do but doesn’t initiate barking on her own. I haven’t tried the crate yet but she has been fine when left alone in the bedroom for a few hours. I plan to introduce her to a crate in the living room where she can see the other dogs.
She’s been getting along fine with my other dogs, though she hasn’t had much interaction with them yet. Jelly Bean loves toys and keeps herself entertained playing with them. We had a friend visit yesterday. Jelly Bean growled at first but warmed up quickly and was perfectly fine. She’s really a very sweet pup who is going to bring so much joy to her future family.”
FOSTER MOM UPDATE - 2 WEEKS
“JB is doing great. She's coming out of her shell more each day and is an absolute cuddle bug. She loves to sit next to you on the couch or in bed and snuggle. She's a blanket maniac....actually a "fuzzy thing" maniac. She loves her blankie and carries it with her, dragging it out from her crate around the house whenever possible. She is also a fan of fuzzy shoes. She doesn't do anything to them. She just likes to drag them into her crate when no one is around. If we go out, even for a minute, we come back to find either my fuzzy boots or dad's slippers (or both) safely tucked into the crate next to her. Oh..and she loves her crate. We don't close the crate when we go to work but she still likes to stay inside snuggled up with a pile of blankets.
She's been really good when left alone with our other two dogs. No issues. She's not a big fan of dog play but she loves to play "crazy dog" with her people. Basically, she runs at you, then flips over on her belly or runs around in circles so you can hand wrestle with her and give her belly scratches. It's her favorite thing. A couple of times she's tried to engage on of the older dogs in a little play but didn't happen. She like toys. She'll pick up a toy, swing it around, set it down, and do it again...but mostly she just likes to carry her blanket around.
JB is a full-on top-level home security system. If a person, dog, or squirrel gets too close to her house, she will let everyone know. She also has a bit of a singing voice and will let out a howl at sirens or when her foster dad eggs her on. She is pretty much housebroken although she has to be encouraged to go outside on cold days. On nice days she loves to explore in the yard and chase the squirrels. She does ok on the leash but she gets cold quickly. She's been a joy to have in the house and anyone that has a bit of energy to play with this young pup but also likes to snuggle will love this little girl.”
*******
Apply today to learn more!
BREED ESTIMATE: Chihuahua GENDER: Female APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 7 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 4.5 years old COAT TYPE: Short coat ADOPTION FEE: $425 OTHER INFO: utd on shots/spayed/microchipped LOCATION: Alexandria, VA
You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application.
Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.
March 10, 2025, 9:02 am
Meet Jelly Bean! This adorable 7-pound nugget was abandoned in a mobile home park by her owners who moved away and left her behind to fend for herself. Thankfully, compassionate neighbors stepped in to feed her but grew concerned as winter temperatures began to drop and she did not have proper shelter. They reached out to rescue for help, and Jelly Bean is now on the path to finding the loving forever home she deserves.
When she arrived, Jelly Bean was covered in fleas and needed a good bath, but she was otherwise in good shape. She quickly proved herself to be a very sweet little pup and has settled nicely into her local foster home. She is being fostered with a mom, dad, and two dogs. She’s been respectful of the other dogs but needs a little time to build rapport. This gentle girl would do best paired with pups that share her laidback energy, making her a wonderful companion for a calm pack.
We checked in with her foster mom, Kristin for a quick update:
“Jelly Bean is an incredibly sweet Chihuahua who has quickly made herself at home. She adores her foster dad, Donnie, and has been competing with Tessa for prime lap space during TV time. At night, she loves burrowing under the blankets in bed, where she sleeps peacefully all night. Blankets are her favorite—she even does this ridiculously cute thing where she pulls one down and falls asleep chewing on it. I’ll try to get a video.
Jelly Bean is mostly potty trained but doesn’t signal when she needs to go outside, so regular potty breaks help prevent accidents. She’s not particularly vocal; she’ll bark when the other dogs do but doesn’t initiate barking on her own. I haven’t tried the crate yet but she has been fine when left alone in the bedroom for a few hours. I plan to introduce her to a crate in the living room where she can see the other dogs.
She’s been getting along fine with my other dogs, though she hasn’t had much interaction with them yet. Jelly Bean loves toys and keeps herself entertained playing with them. We had a friend visit yesterday. Jelly Bean growled at first but warmed up quickly and was perfectly fine. She’s really a very sweet pup who is going to bring so much joy to her future family.”
FOSTER MOM UPDATE - 2 WEEKS
“JB is doing great. She's coming out of her shell more each day and is an absolute cuddle bug. She loves to sit next to you on the couch or in bed and snuggle. She's a blanket maniac....actually a "fuzzy thing" maniac. She loves her blankie and carries it with her, dragging it out from her crate around the house whenever possible. She is also a fan of fuzzy shoes. She doesn't do anything to them. She just likes to drag them into her crate when no one is around. If we go out, even for a minute, we come back to find either my fuzzy boots or dad's slippers (or both) safely tucked into the crate next to her. Oh..and she loves her crate. We don't close the crate when we go to work but she still likes to stay inside snuggled up with a pile of blankets.
She's been really good when left alone with our other two dogs. No issues. She's not a big fan of dog play but she loves to play "crazy dog" with her people. Basically, she runs at you, then flips over on her belly or runs around in circles so you can hand wrestle with her and give her belly scratches. It's her favorite thing. A couple of times she's tried to engage on of the older dogs in a little play but didn't happen. She like toys. She'll pick up a toy, swing it around, set it down, and do it again...but mostly she just likes to carry her blanket around.
JB is a full-on top-level home security system. If a person, dog, or squirrel gets too close to her house, she will let everyone know. She also has a bit of a singing voice and will let out a howl at sirens or when her foster dad eggs her on. She is pretty much housebroken although she has to be encouraged to go outside on cold days. On nice days she loves to explore in the yard and chase the squirrels. She does ok on the leash but she gets cold quickly. She's been a joy to have in the house and anyone that has a bit of energy to play with this young pup but also likes to snuggle will love this little girl.”
*******
Apply today to learn more!
BREED ESTIMATE: Chihuahua GENDER: Female APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 7 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 4.5 years old COAT TYPE: Short coat ADOPTION FEE: $425 OTHER INFO: utd on shots/spayed/microchipped LOCATION: Alexandria, VA
You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application.
Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.
To start the approval process, the first step is to complete our non-binding adoption application.
2.
Interview
Once your application is reviewed, a Worthy Dog Rescue volunteer will contact you to schedule a phone interview to discuss your application
3.
Home Check
A volunteer will schedule a time to visit your home, in person, to meet you and verify that your home is a good, safe environment for a dog
4.
Approve Application
After a positive veterinary reference check, phone interview, and home visit, we will approve your application
5.
Meet the Pet
Upon approval, if the dog you applied for is still available and a good match, we will schedule a time for you to meet the dog
6.
Sign Adoption Contract
7.
Pay Fee
Additional adoption info
Thank you for considering adoption and choosing to save a dog’s life!
Adding a dog to your family is a rewarding and life-changing experience. Dogs enrich our lives and have the amazing ability to give and receive love unconditionally. They can be your loyal companion and friend, and a watchful playmate for your kids, but they are also a serious, long-term commitment. They will depend on you for their health and well-being, and require an investment of love, time, and money for the rest of their life.
As you search for your new dog, please remember that there is no shortage of dogs who need saving. There are far more dogs waiting to be adopted than people who are willing to adopt them, so if the dog in the picture who you’ve imagined bringing home isn’t available, there are thousands more amazing, loving dogs just hoping for the chance to be your dog. We ask that you keep an open mind, stay flexible, and we will do our best to work with you to find a great match for your family.
We strongly encourage anyone thinking about adopting a dog to do your research and make sure you are prepared for the commitment. If you have thought about what’s required and are ready to adopt, here’s what you can expect when you apply to adopt a dog from Worthy Dog Rescue.
APPROVAL PROCESS
APPLY
To start the approval process, the first step is to complete our non-binding adoption application
REFERENCES
If applicable, we check vet references to ensure that your pets have been kept current on care, and a copy of your lease to ensure that adopting doesn't violate your rental agreement
INTERVIEW
Once your application is submitted and reviewed, and your vet provides a positive reference, a Worthy Dog Rescue volunteer will contact you to schedule a phone interview to discuss your application
HOME VISIT
A Worthy Dog Rescue volunteer will schedule a time to visit your home, in person, to meet you and verify that your home is a good, safe environment for one of our dogs
APPROVAL
Upon approval, if the dog you applied for is still available and a good match, we will schedule a time for you to meet the dog. If not, we will work with you to find another dog who will suit your family.
TIMING
The approval process can take a week or two depending on your availability and our volunteers’ schedules. The rescue is run by a team of volunteers from your community who love dogs. We are just regular people with jobs, kids, and lives whose time is as limited as yours. That means that during periods of high activity or seasonal vacations the process may take a little longer.
THE DOG YOU APPLY FOR IS NOT GUARANTEED
Worthy Dog Rescue cannot guarantee that the dog you apply for will be available once you have been approved. We do our best to work with adopters and meet your needs, but we do not adopt dogs on a first-come, first-serve basis. All applications are screened to determine the most suitable match for the dog and the adopter. We want to place dogs in good homes as quickly as possible, so the dog can start their new life with their family, and we can free up their foster home to save another dog in need.
We understand how easy it is to become attached to a dog you’ve found online, but sometimes the dog you apply for may already be scheduled to meet another adopter, or it may not be the best fit for your home for a variety of behavioral reasons. Our dogs are fostered by one of our volunteers, living in their home as part of their family. This allows us to get to know the dog, what they need, their level of socialization, and the type of home that will best suit them.
Our goal is to place dogs in loving, responsible, and committed permanent homes. We take great care in finding good matches for our dogs and adopters too. We look forward to working with you to find the dog that will be with you and your family for many years to come.
ADOPTION POLICIES
Must be at least 23
All applicants who live in a rental property must provide contact information for their landlord, and have approval from the landlord to have a pet at the residence listed on the adoption application
Applicants must allow Worthy Dog Rescue to conduct a home visit to confirm that your home will be a good environment for a new dog
All animals in the applicant’s household must be spayed/neutered and up to date on all vaccines before consideration
All adults living in the home must meet the dog and be in agreement about adoption
Applicants must be willing to keep their new dog and current family pets as indoor pets
All adoptive families will provide all medical care and treatment needed for the dog including, but not limited to, yearly medical checkups, vaccines, and preventative heartworm medication
Dogs will be adopted only as a personal companion and not as a gift, working animal, or guard dog
A fenced yard is ideal for dogs, but is NOT a requirement for adoption unless specified
Because young puppies require intensive training and care, we cannot place puppies younger than five months of age in a home where someone is consistently absent from the home for long periods of time
In the event an adoption does not work out, applicants must agree to return the dog to Worthy Dog Rescue rather than rehoming the dog themselves
Thank you for considering adoption and choosing to save a dog’s life!
Adding a dog to your family is a rewarding and life-changing experience. Dogs enrich our lives and have the amazing ability to give and receive love unconditionally. They can be your loyal companion and friend, and a watchful playmate for your kids, but they are also a serious, long-term commitment. They will depend on you for their health and well-being, and require an investment of love, time, and money for the rest of their life.
As you search for your new dog, please remember that there is no shortage of dogs who need saving. There are far more dogs waiting to be adopted than people who are willing to adopt them, so if the dog in the picture who you’ve imagined bringing home isn’t available, there are thousands more amazing, loving dogs just hoping for the chance to be your dog. We ask that you keep an open mind, stay flexible, and we will do our best to work with you to find a great match for your family.
We strongly encourage anyone thinking about adopting a dog to do your research and make sure you are prepared for the commitment. If you have thought about what’s required and are ready to adopt, here’s what you can expect when you apply to adopt a dog from Worthy Dog Rescue.
APPROVAL PROCESS
APPLY
To start the approval process, the first step is to complete our non-binding adoption application
REFERENCES
If applicable, we check vet references to ensure that your pets have been kept current on care, and a copy of your lease to ensure that adopting doesn't violate your rental agreement
INTERVIEW
Once your application is submitted and reviewed, and your vet provides a positive reference, a Worthy Dog Rescue volunteer will contact you to schedule a phone interview to discuss your application
HOME VISIT
A Worthy Dog Rescue volunteer will schedule a time to visit your home, in person, to meet you and verify that your home is a good, safe environment for one of our dogs
APPROVAL
Upon approval, if the dog you applied for is still available and a good match, we will schedule a time for you to meet the dog. If not, we will work with you to find another dog who will suit your family.
TIMING
The approval process can take a week or two depending on your availability and our volunteers’ schedules. The rescue is run by a team of volunteers from your community who love dogs. We are just regular people with jobs, kids, and lives whose time is as limited as yours. That means that during periods of high activity or seasonal vacations the process may take a little longer.
THE DOG YOU APPLY FOR IS NOT GUARANTEED
Worthy Dog Rescue cannot guarantee that the dog you apply for will be available once you have been approved. We do our best to work with adopters and meet your needs, but we do not adopt dogs on a first-come, first-serve basis. All applications are screened to determine the most suitable match for the dog and the adopter. We want to place dogs in good homes as quickly as possible, so the dog can start their new life with their family, and we can free up their foster home to save another dog in need.
We understand how easy it is to become attached to a dog you’ve found online, but sometimes the dog you apply for may already be scheduled to meet another adopter, or it may not be the best fit for your home for a variety of behavioral reasons. Our dogs are fostered by one of our volunteers, living in their home as part of their family. This allows us to get to know the dog, what they need, their level of socialization, and the type of home that will best suit them.
Our goal is to place dogs in loving, responsible, and committed permanent homes. We take great care in finding good matches for our dogs and adopters too. We look forward to working with you to find the dog that will be with you and your family for many years to come.
ADOPTION POLICIES
Must be at least 23
All applicants who live in a rental property must provide contact information for their landlord, and have approval from the landlord to have a pet at the residence listed on the adoption application
Applicants must allow Worthy Dog Rescue to conduct a home visit to confirm that your home will be a good environment for a new dog
All animals in the applicant’s household must be spayed/neutered and up to date on all vaccines before consideration
All adults living in the home must meet the dog and be in agreement about adoption
Applicants must be willing to keep their new dog and current family pets as indoor pets
All adoptive families will provide all medical care and treatment needed for the dog including, but not limited to, yearly medical checkups, vaccines, and preventative heartworm medication
Dogs will be adopted only as a personal companion and not as a gift, working animal, or guard dog
A fenced yard is ideal for dogs, but is NOT a requirement for adoption unless specified
Because young puppies require intensive training and care, we cannot place puppies younger than five months of age in a home where someone is consistently absent from the home for long periods of time
In the event an adoption does not work out, applicants must agree to return the dog to Worthy Dog Rescue rather than rehoming the dog themselves
Worthy Dog Rescue believes that public adoption events are unnecessarily stressful for the dogs and the foster families who care for them, and that our structured, personalized adoption process leads to a more consistently positive outcome for both the dog and the adopter.
Worthy Dog Rescue believes that public adoption events are unnecessarily stressful for the dogs and the foster families who care for them, and that our structured, personalized adoption process leads to a more consistently positive outcome for both the dog and the adopter.
More about this rescue
Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping dogs in distress, especially those living on chains, in pens, or in neglectful and abusive situations. Our mission is to provide a better life for dogs, while working to address the root problems of animal overpopulation and improve animal welfare. We do this through community outreach and by supporting and educating dog owners in underserved communities, by sponsoring spay and neuter programs, and by rescuing and rehabilitating dogs in need.
Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping dogs in distress, especially those living on chains, in pens, or in neglectful and abusive situations. Our mission is to provide a better life for dogs, while working to address the root problems of animal overpopulation and improve animal welfare. We do this through community outreach and by supporting and educating dog owners in underserved communities, by sponsoring spay and neuter programs, and by rescuing and rehabilitating dogs in need.
Other pets at this
rescue
We'll also keep you updated on Callie's adoption status with email updates.
$350 in savings for new adopters
PetSmart is offering new adopters a free adoption kit. Just show your adoption paperwork in-store to redeem!
PetSmart is offering new adopters a free adoption kit. Just show your adoption paperwork in-store to redeem!
