Breed: Terrier
Age: 1 yr.
Weight: 12 lbs.
Good with dogs: yes
Good with cats: unsure
Good with kids: unsure
Energy level: unsure
Good with men/strangers: timid
Hypoallergenic: no
Special home requirements or medical: quiet, patient home
Additional info:
Meet Rosarita, a shy young mama with a heart ready to heal.
Rosarita is a ~1-year-old terrier mix who has already lived a lifetime of hardship, yet she remains a sensitive soul with so much love to give. She was rescued with a litter of puppies she fiercely protected—it was clear she had experienced more fear than comfort in her past. Now that her puppies are safe and thriving, it’s her turn to learn what safety and kindness feel like.
This sweet girl is very timid, still learning that hands can be gentle and that humans can be trusted. She does not like direct eye contact, being reached for, or being touched — but she watches closely, curious and hopeful. She follows her foster around the house, sniffing at her feet. It is clear she longs for connection, she’s just not quite sure how to accept it.
Despite her fears, she has a joyful and quirky side that appears when she goes on walks, where she loves to prance. She is very well-behaved on the leash when treated gently, but she is still learning that the clipping-on and taking-off moments don’t need to be scary. She isn’t reactive to dogs or people unless they try to touch her. Inside she is most comfortable in the safety of her crate, where she loves hoarding toys like a little dragon, or in other sheltered corners. She’s pee-pad trained, doesn’t bark, and gets along well with her foster sibling.
Rosarita will thrive in a quiet, patient home with someone who understands that trust isn’t given freely but earned slowly, over time, with gentleness and consistency. She loves peaceful, sheltered spaces, and she’ll blossom with someone who celebrates small victories and lets her grow at her own pace.
If you’re the kind of person who finds joy in helping a fearful dog discover safety, comfort, and eventually love, Rosarita may be the companion you’ve been waiting for. She’s a resilient spirit that hides a tender heart and she deserves a forever home where she can finally feel safe — one gentle step at a time.
If you are not ready to adopt just yet and would like to help in other ways, please consider clicking on the green “Sponsor Me” button above to help this dog receive the best care we can give. We rely on the generosity of others to make rescuing dogs possible.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING THIS DOG, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE DOG'S INFORMATION CAREFULLY. ONCE YOU HAVE DONE SO, PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING:
1. Visit www.dogswithoutborders.org
2. Then fill out an online ADOPTION APPLICATION - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-application/
3. Please wait to hear from our representative in approximately 48 hours on weekdays.
4. To learn more about our adoption process, please look up our Adoption FAQ’s. - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-faq/
Breed: Terrier
Age: 1 yr.
Weight: 12 lbs.
Good with dogs: yes
Good with cats: unsure
Good with kids: unsure
Energy level: unsure
Good with men/strangers: timid
Hypoallergenic: no
Special home requirements or medical: quiet, patient home
Additional info:
Meet Rosarita, a shy young mama with a heart ready to heal.
Rosarita is a ~1-year-old terrier mix who has already lived a lifetime of hardship, yet she remains a sensitive soul with so much love to give. She was rescued with a litter of puppies she fiercely protected—it was clear she had experienced more fear than comfort in her past. Now that her puppies are safe and thriving, it’s her turn to learn what safety and kindness feel like.
This sweet girl is very timid, still learning that hands can be gentle and that humans can be trusted. She does not like direct eye contact, being reached for, or being touched — but she watches closely, curious and hopeful. She follows her foster around the house, sniffing at her feet. It is clear she longs for connection, she’s just not quite sure how to accept it.
Despite her fears, she has a joyful and quirky side that appears when she goes on walks, where she loves to prance. She is very well-behaved on the leash when treated gently, but she is still learning that the clipping-on and taking-off moments don’t need to be scary. She isn’t reactive to dogs or people unless they try to touch her. Inside she is most comfortable in the safety of her crate, where she loves hoarding toys like a little dragon, or in other sheltered corners. She’s pee-pad trained, doesn’t bark, and gets along well with her foster sibling.
Rosarita will thrive in a quiet, patient home with someone who understands that trust isn’t given freely but earned slowly, over time, with gentleness and consistency. She loves peaceful, sheltered spaces, and she’ll blossom with someone who celebrates small victories and lets her grow at her own pace.
If you’re the kind of person who finds joy in helping a fearful dog discover safety, comfort, and eventually love, Rosarita may be the companion you’ve been waiting for. She’s a resilient spirit that hides a tender heart and she deserves a forever home where she can finally feel safe — one gentle step at a time.
If you are not ready to adopt just yet and would like to help in other ways, please consider clicking on the green “Sponsor Me” button above to help this dog receive the best care we can give. We rely on the generosity of others to make rescuing dogs possible.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING THIS DOG, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE DOG'S INFORMATION CAREFULLY. ONCE YOU HAVE DONE SO, PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING:
1. Visit www.dogswithoutborders.org
2. Then fill out an online ADOPTION APPLICATION - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-application/
3. Please wait to hear from our representative in approximately 48 hours on weekdays.
4. To learn more about our adoption process, please look up our Adoption FAQ’s. - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-faq/
After you've identified some dogs you might like to adopt please fill out an application on our website
2.
Interview
We will contact you via email to let you know if the dog is still available and to book a telephone call interview.
3.
Meet the Pet
We'll invite you to meet the dog at a fair, or in some cases at the foster's home. Dogs over 6mos will go to a 1 week adoption trial.
4.
Home Check
When the pup is in your home we'll follow up to see how it's going and volunteer will visit you for a home check
5.
Sign Adoption Contract
If all goes well you'll come to our next adoption fair to FINALIZE! Pay the fee, sign the contract, get your photo!
Additional adoption info
Dogs Without Borders screens potential applicants to make sure the dog is right fit for their home. We require an adoption application and a home-check. Our adoption fees are $325 for dogs over 1 year, $350 for puppies 6months - 1 year, and $425 for puppies under 6 months. All dogs are spayed/ neutered, vaccinated and microchipped prior to adoption. We also give new owners an ID tag.
Dogs Without Borders screens potential applicants to make sure the dog is right fit for their home. We require an adoption application and a home-check. Our adoption fees are $325 for dogs over 1 year, $350 for puppies 6months - 1 year, and $425 for puppies under 6 months. All dogs are spayed/ neutered, vaccinated and microchipped prior to adoption. We also give new owners an ID tag.
**All adoption events cancelled until further notice**
Adoption Fairs at
TAILWAGGERS
The 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month*:
1929 N. Bronson Ave.
Hollywood, CA 90068
1:00pm - 4:00pm
*Except for Holidays
PETSMART ON LA CIENEGA BLVD.
2nd & 4th (and sometimes 5th) Sunday of the month
330 S. La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, California 90048
2:00pm - 5:00pm
*Except for Holidays
Check our complete calendar at DogsWithoutBorders.org/events
**All adoption events cancelled until further notice**
Adoption Fairs at
TAILWAGGERS
The 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month*:
1929 N. Bronson Ave.
Hollywood, CA 90068
1:00pm - 4:00pm
*Except for Holidays
PETSMART ON LA CIENEGA BLVD.
2nd & 4th (and sometimes 5th) Sunday of the month
330 S. La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, California 90048
2:00pm - 5:00pm
*Except for Holidays
Check our complete calendar at DogsWithoutBorders.org/events
More about this rescue
Dogs Without Borders is a 501(c) non-profit dog rescue that saves homeless & abandoned dogs from high-kill shelters in the Los Angeles area, and find them permanent and loving homes. We rely on volunteers to help us foster dogs, assist at adoption events, provide transport and conduct home visits. We are self-funded and rely on contributions and donations to keep our organization running. If you are interested in volunteering or donating to our cause, please contact us or go to our main website - www.DogsWithoutBorders.org
Dogs Without Borders is a 501(c) non-profit dog rescue that saves homeless & abandoned dogs from high-kill shelters in the Los Angeles area, and find them permanent and loving homes. We rely on volunteers to help us foster dogs, assist at adoption events, provide transport and conduct home visits. We are self-funded and rely on contributions and donations to keep our organization running. If you are interested in volunteering or donating to our cause, please contact us or go to our main website - www.DogsWithoutBorders.org
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