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My name is Sophie!

Posted over 7 months ago | Updated 4 days ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Approve Application

4

Meet the Pet

5

Sign Adoption Contract

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $25

This helps Humane Educational Society of Chattanooga with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Chihuahua
Color
White/Brown/Chocolate
Age
4 years 8 months old, Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
9 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
184523

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Sophie is like a Sour Patch Kid: first she's sour, then she's sweet! She may be a bit unsure at first, but once she feels safe, Sophie's sweet side shines through. This is very typical of her chihuahua-terrier roots, and with a little patience, Sophie quickly blossoms into a loving companion.

Once she warms up, Sophie becomes incredibly affectionate and will happily roll over for belly rubs within just a few days. She forms strong bonds with her people and truly loves being close to her favorite human.

Sophie would do best in a calm, predictable home. She can be a bit bossy with other dogs, so any canine companions should be well-socialized, tolerant, and respectful of her space. A quieter household suits her best, as her previous home with small children and a large, energetic puppy was simply too overwhelming for her.

She is house-trained, sleeps peacefully through the night in her crate beside the bed, and does great when left home. She may experience a little separation anxiety at first, but it typically fades within a few weeks and she has never been destructive. In her current foster home, she comfortably has free run of the house while her humans are away.

An older couple or a single adopter looking for a devoted, snuggly companion would be absolutely smitten with Sophie. She’s ready to give her whole heart to someone who will give her the calm, loving home she deserves.
Shelter
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Humane Educational Society of Chattanooga

Contact info

Pet ID
184523
Contact
Apply to adopt through our website!
Email
Address
4155 Randolph Circle, Chattanooga, TN 37406

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

Find a new friend online and fill out the application at www.heschatt.org/adopt

2.

Interview

Once submitted, we will call you to go over your application.

3.

Approve Application

We will approve or deny your application over the phone and schedule an appointment that works for your family.

4.

Meet the Pet

Come to the shelter to meet your new friend! If adopting a dog, we require a meet and greet with any current dogs you may have.

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

A contract is required to be signed prior to taking the pet home.

6.

Pay Fee

Dogs - $50 Cats/Kittens - $50 Senior Pets - $35 Seniors Adopting Seniors - $25 Puppies - $100

7.

Take the Pet Home

Enjoy your new life together!

Additional adoption info

Appointments are not required for visits, but an approved application is required before viewing animals.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

View all available animals at www.heschatt.org/adopt and fill out the adoption application there.

More about this shelter

Our mission at Humane Educational Society is to provide a safe haven for homeless, injured, abused and neglected animals in our community and advocate on their behalf. We believe that each animal deserves a second chance and a loving forever home.

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