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All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped.
* If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.
This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, November 29th from 12-3pm unless adopted prior to the event. To be considered for adoption, pls submit an application in advance.
Adoption fee: $650
Meet Apple, a 7–8 year old, 21 lb Yorkie-Poo mama who has officially retired from motherhood (yes… at her age! We know!) and is finally ready to land in the forever home that will spoil her the way she’s always deserved. She is soft, gentle, silly, and so loving that it’s almost impossible not to fall for her.
Daily Life With Apple
Apple is a champion sleeper. If you let her sleep in, she will happily stay curled up until you’re ready to start the day.
7:30am: Wake-up, morning stretch, a little blink, and a gentle attempt at breakfast. She used to only eat dinner but is getting the hang of the two-meal routine. She spends most of her day snoozing on her bed next to her foster’s desk, occasionally moving to a warm sunbeam or shifting her position with a dramatic sigh.
Afternoon: Her absolute favorite time of day— a walk. Apple lights up for walks and jumps around like a baby goat when the leash appears.
4:30–8:30pm: Play time. She loves all toys: chew toys, balls, squeakers, and anything soft. She’ll play fetch for a bit and will even throw a stuffy for herself when she’s feeling extra peppy.
5:30–6:30pm: Dinner. She previously insisted on dining only at 9pm, but she has now adapted to a more socially acceptable mealtime.
8:30–11pm: Prime snuggle-and-TV hours.
11pm: Bedtime. She goes into her crate with a gentle nudge and settles immediately without a peep.
Personality and Transformation
Apple’s arrival was bittersweet: she had just been separated from her 7-week-old puppies, and she was unsure and searching.
Her feelings toward the resident dog evolved quickly.
Day 1: Not interested in his attempts to play.
Days 2–4: She wanted to play, but he wasn’t so sure about her still being a bit lactate-y.
Now: They run, chase, and play together around the house once or twice a day.
With humans, Apple has been a snuggler from day one. She wants nothing more than to curl up in your lap, be pet, rest her head on your chest, or give you gentle kisses. She will wedge herself behind your back in your desk chair while you work, acting as a warm little cushion. She is absolutely a velcro couch potato— unless she’s sunbathing, in which case she’s briefly off duty. Her iconic Yoda ears are a constant source of joy: they flop down when she’s relaxed, stand sideways like a tiny alien radar when sniffing for treats, and bounce as she trots proudly on her walks.
Apple clearly lived in a home before being dumped while pregnant. She is reliably housetrained, stands by the back door when she needs to go, walks beautifully on a leash, and knows exactly what a routine is. She also enjoys wearing sweaters and seems very experienced in putting them on. Her fur is thin on the sides from recent motherhood, but she wears her little outfits with pride.
One especially sweet moment: the night before her spay surgery, her foster dozed off on the sofa. Apple quietly got up, climbed next to them, wrapped her front paws around their shoulder, and rested her head on their chest. It was as adorable as it sounds.
Behavior
Apple is almost silent. She may let out a quiet bark at the mail carrier or a certain neighbor dog, but otherwise, she is not a barker. No chewing, no digging, no destructive habits. She has offered a soft growl when another dog tried to snatch her food, but she is generally very polite about sharing space.
What Makes Apple Special
She looks at her person with total devotion, like you are the best thing that has ever happened to her. Her sweetness, gentleness, and gentle enthusiasm for life make her stand out.
Apple has raised her last litter. Now it’s her turn to be the one who gets pampered, cherished, and fully loved. She is ready for her forever person or family— someone who wants a snuggly, devoted companion with a heart full of gratitude and gentleness.
All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped.
* If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.
This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, November 29th from 12-3pm unless adopted prior to the event. To be considered for adoption, pls submit an application in advance.
Adoption fee: $650
Meet Apple, a 7–8 year old, 21 lb Yorkie-Poo mama who has officially retired from motherhood (yes… at her age! We know!) and is finally ready to land in the forever home that will spoil her the way she’s always deserved. She is soft, gentle, silly, and so loving that it’s almost impossible not to fall for her.
Daily Life With Apple
Apple is a champion sleeper. If you let her sleep in, she will happily stay curled up until you’re ready to start the day.
7:30am: Wake-up, morning stretch, a little blink, and a gentle attempt at breakfast. She used to only eat dinner but is getting the hang of the two-meal routine. She spends most of her day snoozing on her bed next to her foster’s desk, occasionally moving to a warm sunbeam or shifting her position with a dramatic sigh.
Afternoon: Her absolute favorite time of day— a walk. Apple lights up for walks and jumps around like a baby goat when the leash appears.
4:30–8:30pm: Play time. She loves all toys: chew toys, balls, squeakers, and anything soft. She’ll play fetch for a bit and will even throw a stuffy for herself when she’s feeling extra peppy.
5:30–6:30pm: Dinner. She previously insisted on dining only at 9pm, but she has now adapted to a more socially acceptable mealtime.
8:30–11pm: Prime snuggle-and-TV hours.
11pm: Bedtime. She goes into her crate with a gentle nudge and settles immediately without a peep.
Personality and Transformation
Apple’s arrival was bittersweet: she had just been separated from her 7-week-old puppies, and she was unsure and searching.
Her feelings toward the resident dog evolved quickly.
Day 1: Not interested in his attempts to play.
Days 2–4: She wanted to play, but he wasn’t so sure about her still being a bit lactate-y.
Now: They run, chase, and play together around the house once or twice a day.
With humans, Apple has been a snuggler from day one. She wants nothing more than to curl up in your lap, be pet, rest her head on your chest, or give you gentle kisses. She will wedge herself behind your back in your desk chair while you work, acting as a warm little cushion. She is absolutely a velcro couch potato— unless she’s sunbathing, in which case she’s briefly off duty. Her iconic Yoda ears are a constant source of joy: they flop down when she’s relaxed, stand sideways like a tiny alien radar when sniffing for treats, and bounce as she trots proudly on her walks.
Apple clearly lived in a home before being dumped while pregnant. She is reliably housetrained, stands by the back door when she needs to go, walks beautifully on a leash, and knows exactly what a routine is. She also enjoys wearing sweaters and seems very experienced in putting them on. Her fur is thin on the sides from recent motherhood, but she wears her little outfits with pride.
One especially sweet moment: the night before her spay surgery, her foster dozed off on the sofa. Apple quietly got up, climbed next to them, wrapped her front paws around their shoulder, and rested her head on their chest. It was as adorable as it sounds.
Behavior
Apple is almost silent. She may let out a quiet bark at the mail carrier or a certain neighbor dog, but otherwise, she is not a barker. No chewing, no digging, no destructive habits. She has offered a soft growl when another dog tried to snatch her food, but she is generally very polite about sharing space.
What Makes Apple Special
She looks at her person with total devotion, like you are the best thing that has ever happened to her. Her sweetness, gentleness, and gentle enthusiasm for life make her stand out.
Apple has raised her last litter. Now it’s her turn to be the one who gets pampered, cherished, and fully loved. She is ready for her forever person or family— someone who wants a snuggly, devoted companion with a heart full of gratitude and gentleness.
Submit Application
Please read the biography on the dog first and if the dog sounds like a match, pls fill out an application on our website.
Interview
We review applications and we choose the application(s) that appear to be the best match and we do a phone interview.
Approve Application
If the Interview Team agrees it is a match, then we approve the home.
Pay Fee
In order to make an appointment to meet the dog you are interested in, we require a $50 deposit that goes towards your adoption fee.
Meet the Pet
Once the deposit is paid we then set up the home to meet the dog.
Pay Fee
Pay the Fee and take the dog home!
