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My name is Candy Pawp!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated over 3 weeks ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Meet the Pet

My basic info

Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Brown/Chocolate
Age
5 months old, Puppy
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
14 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My personality

My story

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

Candy Pawp came to us from an accidental litter in Bakersfield, an area that is severely struggling with an animal overpopulation crisis. Sadly, puppies like her often end up in overcrowded kill shelters or dumped as strays. Luckily, a rescuer stepped in and brought her and her brother to Shelter Hope.

At just 5 months old and 14 pounds, this adorable Chihuahua is a sweet blend of playful energy and gentle charm. She may take a moment to check out her surroundings, but it doesn’t take long for her to dive right in. Once she feels comfortable, Candy loves to run, chase, and show off her adorable puppy zoomies. She’s curious, fun-loving, and an overall happy baby girl. She’s also great with kids and loves to play with other dogs.

Candy Pawp is vaccinated, microchipped, and ready to grow up in a safe, loving home.

If you’re ready for a little bit of sweetness and a whole lot of joy, Candy Pawp is waiting to meet you!

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Looking to Adopt? Submit a Rescue Questionnaire! Please be thorough in your answers.

Be Ready:
If your application is selected, our rescue counselor will be in touch for a phone interview. Adoptions can happen quickly so be prepared for our call, only apply for dogs that every family member in the home wants, and wait to apply until you return from your vacation.

Please Keep in Mind:
Due to high demand, especially for popular dogs, not all applicants will be contacted. Moreover, we may not reach out if we have already approved a family to adopt. The process can take several days. Thank you for your patience!
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Address
Janss Marketplace, 235 N. Moorpark Rd., #193G, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

3.

Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

OPERATING BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

Dogs are only brought into the shop if an application to meet the dog is approved and an appointment is made.

More about our process:

STEP 1: APPLICATION
If you're interested in adopting, please fill out a rescue questionnaire. Please be thorough in your answers. We do not place dogs on a first come first serve basis, but rather to the home best suited for them.

Be ready to adopt, as adoptions can happen quickly. Only apply for dogs that every family member agrees on, and wait to submit your application until after your vacation.

STEP 2: PHONE INTERVIEW
If your application is approved, our rescue counselor will contact you for a phone interview.

Please be patient, as this process may take several days. Due to the high volume of applications, especially for popular dogs, not all applicants will be contacted. Moreover, we often interview multiple candidates before selecting the best match and scheduling an adoption appointment.

STEP 3: ADOPTION APPOINTMENT
The appointment is a meet-and-greet at our shop at the Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks. If you choose to adopt, the process is completed with an adoption fee and a signed contract.

Adoptions include:
- 10% off training at Zoom Room Thousand Oaks
- A free day at doggy daycare at Barks N' Rec
- A free grooming at Indiana Bones
- A free check-up with Slaton Veterinary Hospital
- A free 30 minute visit from Valley Pet Sitting
- A free collar, tag, harness & leash
As well as all the vaccines they've had thus far, the microchip, and the spay/neuter.

And most importantly, the lasting reward of saving a life and welcoming a new member into your family!

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Shelter Hope Pet Shop is located in Janss Marketplace, 275 N. Moorpark Rd, #193G, in Thousand Oaks. We're located between Gold's Gym and Nordstrom Rack inside the Janss Marketplace mall. We are open 11am to 5pm Wednesday through Saturday, and 11am to 4pm on Sundays.

More about this shelter

Since opening in 2011, Shelter Hope Pet Shop has rescued and re-homed over 16,000 animals.

Located at the Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks, Shelter Hope is a nonprofit, community-powered dog rescue dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of dogs in need, their adopters, and overcrowded shelters. We facilitate adoptions, welcome volunteers, and are committed to empowering the community through education and awareness.

Shelter Hope rescues strays and surrenders from as nearby as Ventura County and the LA area to as far as Bakersfield, where the community faces a severe animal overpopulation crisis. Moreover, we take in dogs of all ages from overcrowded no-kill and high-kill shelters, as well as from other urgent situations where dogs are at risk. These include often overlooked seniors and those with medical challenges.

While visiting local shelters is always encouraged, Shelter Hope provides a family-friendly, welcoming, retail-style environment where visitors can comfortably meet and connect with rescue dogs. Our thoughtful and thorough adoption process helps ensure each dog is placed in a stable, forever home, reducing the likelihood of them re-entering the shelter system.

Shelter Hope works tirelessly to give dogs in need a real second chance while easing pressure on overcrowded shelters.

Be part of the solution: adopt, don't shop.

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