Meet Oliver Twist, a pint-sized Chihuahua with a whole lot of personality packed into just 5 tiny pounds.
He is a 5-year-old Chi who may be small, but he definitely knows who he is.
Oliver was found wandering the streets of Compton with no collar and no microchip. A kind Good Samaritan took him in and searched for his owner, but after being posted on Nextdoor and receiving no responses, it became clear that no one was coming for him. Once his stray hold was complete, Oliver was brought to Shelter Hope so he could have the best chance at finding the forever home he deserves.
When he arrived, it was clear that life on the streets had taken its toll. His nails were badly overgrown and his teeth were in need of a good cleaning.
Since then, Oliver has received the TLC he needed, including a dental and neuter, and he has been thriving in foster care. His foster says he is a great boy who has truly settled in and begun to show his true colors.
Oliver is a sweet boy with lots of spunk! He likes to use his voice to express himself and has a little spice to his attitude, but it is all talk. Beneath that tough-guy act is a charming, endearing little dog who just wants to feel safe and respected.
Now fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped, Oliver Twist is ready for a home that will appreciate his sass, understand his signals, and love him for exactly who he is. He is proof that the best things really do come in small, spicy packages.
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Looking to Adopt? Submit a Rescue Questionnaire! Please be thorough in your answers.
Be ready to adopt:
If selected, our rescue counselor will contact you to schedule a phone interview. Please monitor your email and spam folder for our message. 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.
More on our process:
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!
Meet Oliver Twist, a pint-sized Chihuahua with a whole lot of personality packed into just 5 tiny pounds.
He is a 5-year-old Chi who may be small, but he definitely knows who he is.
Oliver was found wandering the streets of Compton with no collar and no microchip. A kind Good Samaritan took him in and searched for his owner, but after being posted on Nextdoor and receiving no responses, it became clear that no one was coming for him. Once his stray hold was complete, Oliver was brought to Shelter Hope so he could have the best chance at finding the forever home he deserves.
When he arrived, it was clear that life on the streets had taken its toll. His nails were badly overgrown and his teeth were in need of a good cleaning.
Since then, Oliver has received the TLC he needed, including a dental and neuter, and he has been thriving in foster care. His foster says he is a great boy who has truly settled in and begun to show his true colors.
Oliver is a sweet boy with lots of spunk! He likes to use his voice to express himself and has a little spice to his attitude, but it is all talk. Beneath that tough-guy act is a charming, endearing little dog who just wants to feel safe and respected.
Now fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped, Oliver Twist is ready for a home that will appreciate his sass, understand his signals, and love him for exactly who he is. He is proof that the best things really do come in small, spicy packages.
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Looking to Adopt? Submit a Rescue Questionnaire! Please be thorough in your answers.
Be ready to adopt:
If selected, our rescue counselor will contact you to schedule a phone interview. Please monitor your email and spam folder for our message. 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.
More on our process:
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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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