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Posted over 6 years ago
| Updated over 6 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Maltese/Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)
Color
White
Age
Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Berry is 3 years old and 15lbs
Despite his adorable looks and luxurious fur, Berry lived all his life tied up outside. He was picked up by an alcoholic owner who provided bare minimum for Berry and then sent him to a neighbor when he had to move for a job. Berry's second owner also kept Berry as an outdoor dog, and his neglect led to Berry escaping and getting into a car accident. The new owner refused to pay for Berry's hospital fee and abandoned him at the shelter. A local rescuer kindly paid the fee and returned Berry to the owner, and sent food and supplies on monthly bases in hopes of helping Berry. It turns out that the owner used the food and supplies on a different family dog and continued neglecting Berry. In December, Berry was bit by a large dog while taking a stroll in the neighborhood, and somehow ended up at the local rescuer's doorsteps. The local rescuer took Berry to the hospital and had him treated for his wounds, and returned Berry to his home - only to find Berry abandoned at his doorstep again. Berry has been kept at a foster since.
Regardless of this depressing, traumatizing hardship, Berry remained friendly and loving. He is well on his way of being housetrained, and while he is on a bit of shy side, Berry is social.
Berry is UTD on all his shots and is neutered. His #adoption fee is $350.
*Berry is currently in Korea. If you would like to #adopt him, please email donghaepaws@gmail.com with a bit of information about yourself (e.g. your experience as a dog owner, your family and/or other pets, etc.) and your phone number. A HDP volunteer will promptly respond to your email. Thank you!
Prior to rescue, many of our dogs have experienced minimal socialization and it takes time for them to learn about life as a family pet. Common skills such as house training and leash walking may often take a little extra time. Patience, understanding and a gentle hand are a must. The great news is, most of these dogs come around rather quickly and being a part of their rehabilitation is an extremely rewarding experience.
We typically do not adopt to homes with children under 8 years old.
A home check is mandatory before adoption.
We adopt to residents of Northern VA and Washington DC suburbs only.
*** About us ***
Hope For Donghae Paws(HDP) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to bringing rescue dogs from Korea to the US and finding permanent homes for them. It is true there are many animal lovers in Korea, but still many dogs suffer and are killed for food.
Our mission is to find US homes for mixed-breed dogs whose chances of being adopted in their native Korea are very low.
Find more about us on Facebook and Instagram!
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