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My name is Hepburn!

Posted over 4 weeks ago | Updated 1 week ago

My basic info

Breed
Maltese/Chihuahua
Color
White
Age
5 months old, Puppy
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
23076

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

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

*****AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION*****
***AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTTION***

Our little Miss Hepburn came to us so tiny and helpless, could barely stand, had no fur, and acted starved to death. She had been cast out because she was different, but in her loving heart lies a warrior and MRC now her champion! Neurologically, we are told she has an underdeveloped ceribellum which a mild to moderate effect on her balance, primarily when walking or standing. There is no cure, but with practice/ especially now while she’s so young-can help her neural pathways to find ways to compensate.

From standing to tiny steps to now running and tumbling on the lawn, our sweet Hepburn has blossomed! Her intellect is not affected so she is very smart! Nor does her condition shorten her lifespan. And she does not require medications .

And with all the rehab and training- just like any 5 month old puppy- she loves to spend her days play tug-o-war, lay and roll on the sunny grass, go on walks, chew treats- but mainly, Hepburn just simply wants to be near YOU! She’s loves people, covering you is kisses, enjoys napping by your side, or riding in her sling to help you shop, or simply snuggling on the couch.

Ideally, Hepburn will thrive in a 1-2 person home (not apt) with an enclosed and level yard, either as the only dog or perhaps with another small dog that would welcome her company. Some dogs can sense she’s a little different and are either more compassionate or more reluctant, which is why those introductions are so important! Hepburn’s personality is so very sweet and trusting, and she works so hard learning to stand and walk on her own! But she does need extra help from us humans: little help getting to her food, offerings of water thru the day, harness and leash for potty breaks and on walks, and just the emotional support and encouragement from her best friend🥰


She’s a little dog with a big heart💖


**EXPERIENCED ADOPTERS ONLY**
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No out of state adopters
Rescue
Maltese Rescue California - Orange & Los Angeles County Area

Contact info

Pet ID
23076
Contact
Phone
Address
San Dimas, CA 91724

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Every rescue dog is examined by a veterinarian, neutered or spayed if intact, vaccines provided, a microchip inserted, and dental care provided, if needed. All Maltese Rescue dogs are provided loving care in preapproved foster homes to help the rescue dog with socialization and training.
When a rescue Maltese is ready adoption, each dog is listed on www.petfinder.com and www.adopt-a-pet.com

Prospective adoptive persons are required to submit an adoption application, undergo a personal interview, supply references, and complete a home evaluation to determine if the home provides a safe environment for a Maltese prior to approving an adoption.

An adoption fee is paid at the time of adoption. Adoption fees and donations are the sole financial source for payment of medical care for all of our rescue dogs.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Visit our website: http://www.malteserescuecalifornia.org/adoption-events---home.html for the most up to date adoption event info.

Interested in adopting? Goto our website to fill out an adoption application.
http://www.malteserescuecalifornia.org/adoption-application.html

More about this rescue

Maltese Rescue is totally staffed by all volunteers who are committed to helping homeless Maltese secure a loving new home. Our coordinators and most of our foster care providers have previous experience working with a variety of rescue groups.

Our committment is to help each rescue dog accepted secure a loving, forever home.

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