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My name is Marzipan!

Posted over 5 months ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

3

Home Check

Adoption fee: $375

This helps Friends Of Homeless Animals with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Hound (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn/White
Age
1 year 6 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
38 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
55682

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

https://foha.org/pet/marzipan2025/

ABOUT THIS ANIMAL:
Hi, I’m Marzipan – but you can call me Marzie.

I’m a very shy girl, and it takes me a long time to feel safe around people. In fact, I’ve never even barked in the two months I’ve been in my foster home. Loud places, people, and cars scare me, so I don’t go on walks where there’s a lot happening. I’m much more comfortable just being at home.

I like other dogs and do well living with them, but I mostly keep to myself. I don’t really play much yet, but I enjoy having their company nearby. Cats make me a little nervous, so I just leave them alone. I’m pretty good about being housebroken too.

What I really need is a quiet, patient home with a fenced yard where I can explore safely. Because I’m still so fearful, I’m considered a flight risk—if I got loose, I’d probably run. I’m a sweet girl at heart, I just have big trust issues right now. With time, kindness, and understanding, I know I’ll be able to come out of my shell and show you the love I’ve been keeping tucked away.

HOW AM I WITH DOGS:
I am good with dogs.

HOW AM I WITH CATS:
I am good with cats.

HOW AM I WITH KIDS:
I think because of how shy I am that very small kids will scare me. Gentle older kids may be ok.

I KNOW THE FOLLOWING COMMANDS:
Not listed – still learning!

MY HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING:
I am mostly housebroken.

THINGS I LIKE:
Spray cheese, dogs, sniffing in the yard, being outside

THINGS I DISLIKE:
Loud noises, too much petting

FOHA ADOPTION POLICIES AND PROCESS – Click Here!

ADOPTION FEE INCLUDES:
Spay/neuter, vaccines (rabies, distemper & Bordetella), 1-month access to Petcademy for training and behavior support, slip lead leash, 1 bag starter food, 1 month flea/tick & heartworm preventatives, diagnostic testing, and additional medical procedures as recommended by our vet.
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Contact info

Pet ID
55682
Contact
Adoption Center
Address
39710 Goodpuppy Lane, Aldie, VA 20105

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

3.

Home Check

Home visit is virtual. We will also check with your most recent vet for current pets.

Additional adoption info

Walk-ins are welcome at the shelter Friday, Saturday or Sunday 12-5pm. If you submit an application ahead of time we will send you a link to sign up for an appointment Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

39710 Goodpuppy Lane
Aldie, VA 20105

More about this rescue

FOHA is the enduring gold standard in quality for no-kill rescues, saving and improving the lives of homeless cats and dogs. We strive to:
Bring an end to the unnecessary killing of companion animals
Provide a safe haven for abused and abandoned animals
Provide food, shelter, medical care, rehabilitation, and compassion to homeless animals
Find permanent, loving homes for the animals in our care
And, most importantly, bring about a time when there will be no more homeless pets and every dog and cat can be guaranteed a loving home

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