Meet Elvira, the ultimate "social butterfly" who is looking for a forever home where personal space is a thing of the past. Originally found heavily pregnant on the streets of Mexico with a terrible skin infection, Elvira moved to California to give birth to her litter of six before making the trek to the much chillier state of Minnesota to finish raising them.
Despite her history as a mother, her foster mom affectionately calls her a "teen mom" because of her hilarious tendency to "ditch" the kids whenever possible just to go play! She still radiates massive puppy energy, often performing a signature "happy dance" where she kicks her back feet out behind her like a cartoon character kicking up dust.
This sweet girl is a total gem who lives for affection, showering everyone she meets with kisses and acting as a tiny, warm shadow to her favorite humans. Elvira is a brave, confident leader who is currently living harmoniously with two cats and gets along great with other dogs, especially her best friend Canelita. While she is still adjusting to the Minnesota winter—often requiring a pep talk to brave the snow—she is already a pro at using potty pads.
Elvira will need a home with a fenced-in yard and older children; these specific requirements are in place to help accommodate the needs of her companion, Canelita.
Elvira's skin is healed and Elvira is scheduled to be spayed and receive her final vaccines on January 2nd, meaning she will be ready to start her new chapter shortly after!- You must fill out an adoption application before you are allowed to meet the animal.
- Elvira's adoption fee is $400 + Minnesota sales tax. Please complete the adoption application located on our website: https://smalldogsminnesota.org/adoption-application/
- Small Dog Rescue of MN does not negotiate the adoption fee on our dogs and we must charge sales tax on all adoption fees in order to comply with Minnesota state law. Please note that SDR is philosophically opposed to the idea of buying and selling animals, and we support any future legislation that would remove sales tax from adoption fees. Until then, however, it must be charged.
- Please note that we do not have a shelter, and all dogs are in foster homes. Since we strive to provide the best possible care for our animals, sometimes we cannot answer emails promptly. Please allow 48 hours for us to respond to you.
- You must be 18 years of age to make an adoption request.
- A healthy pet is a happy pet! Protect your pet's health with Healthy Paws Pet Insurance and save up to 90% on your vet bills. Visit www.healthypawspetinsurance.com for your free quote (use code SmallDogRescue for a special discount) and learn how your protected pet helps save more homeless pets!
Meet Elvira, the ultimate "social butterfly" who is looking for a forever home where personal space is a thing of the past. Originally found heavily pregnant on the streets of Mexico with a terrible skin infection, Elvira moved to California to give birth to her litter of six before making the trek to the much chillier state of Minnesota to finish raising them.
Despite her history as a mother, her foster mom affectionately calls her a "teen mom" because of her hilarious tendency to "ditch" the kids whenever possible just to go play! She still radiates massive puppy energy, often performing a signature "happy dance" where she kicks her back feet out behind her like a cartoon character kicking up dust.
This sweet girl is a total gem who lives for affection, showering everyone she meets with kisses and acting as a tiny, warm shadow to her favorite humans. Elvira is a brave, confident leader who is currently living harmoniously with two cats and gets along great with other dogs, especially her best friend Canelita. While she is still adjusting to the Minnesota winter—often requiring a pep talk to brave the snow—she is already a pro at using potty pads.
Elvira will need a home with a fenced-in yard and older children; these specific requirements are in place to help accommodate the needs of her companion, Canelita.
Elvira's skin is healed and Elvira is scheduled to be spayed and receive her final vaccines on January 2nd, meaning she will be ready to start her new chapter shortly after!- You must fill out an adoption application before you are allowed to meet the animal.
- Elvira's adoption fee is $400 + Minnesota sales tax. Please complete the adoption application located on our website: https://smalldogsminnesota.org/adoption-application/
- Small Dog Rescue of MN does not negotiate the adoption fee on our dogs and we must charge sales tax on all adoption fees in order to comply with Minnesota state law. Please note that SDR is philosophically opposed to the idea of buying and selling animals, and we support any future legislation that would remove sales tax from adoption fees. Until then, however, it must be charged.
- Please note that we do not have a shelter, and all dogs are in foster homes. Since we strive to provide the best possible care for our animals, sometimes we cannot answer emails promptly. Please allow 48 hours for us to respond to you.
- You must be 18 years of age to make an adoption request.
- A healthy pet is a happy pet! Protect your pet's health with Healthy Paws Pet Insurance and save up to 90% on your vet bills. Visit www.healthypawspetinsurance.com for your free quote (use code SmallDogRescue for a special discount) and learn how your protected pet helps save more homeless pets!
1. Complete an adoption application at: http://www.smalldogsminnesota.org/adoptionConfirm.cfm
2. Allow up to 10 days for SDR to process your adoption application. It will be reviewed by an SDR representative and references will be checked.
3. If the application is aproved, a home visit will be conducted to ensure a good match with the applicant & the dog.
4. If SDR determines a good match has been made, an adoption contract between the adopter and SDR will be completed. An adoption fee + applicable MN state sales tax are due at the time the contract is signed.
1. Complete an adoption application at: http://www.smalldogsminnesota.org/adoptionConfirm.cfm
2. Allow up to 10 days for SDR to process your adoption application. It will be reviewed by an SDR representative and references will be checked.
3. If the application is aproved, a home visit will be conducted to ensure a good match with the applicant & the dog.
4. If SDR determines a good match has been made, an adoption contract between the adopter and SDR will be completed. An adoption fee + applicable MN state sales tax are due at the time the contract is signed.
We hold adoption events a few times a month in different locations throughout Minnesota. You can see where we'll be by visiting our Events Page on our website at http://www.smalldogsminnesota.org/events.cfm
We hold adoption events a few times a month in different locations throughout Minnesota. You can see where we'll be by visiting our Events Page on our website at http://www.smalldogsminnesota.org/events.cfm
More about this rescue
Small Dog Rescue of Minnesota (SDR) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit all-volunteer no-kill group committed to the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of dogs 20 pounds and under.
Dogs are fostered in volunteers' homes so they can be loved like a family member until they are placed in a suitable adoptive home, determined by a review of a written application, a criminal background check, several reference consultations, and a home visit.
Small Dog Rescue of Minnesota (SDR) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit all-volunteer no-kill group committed to the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of dogs 20 pounds and under.
Dogs are fostered in volunteers' homes so they can be loved like a family member until they are placed in a suitable adoptive home, determined by a review of a written application, a criminal background check, several reference consultations, and a home visit.
Other pets at this
rescue
We'll also keep you updated on Canelita's adoption status with email updates.
