Bruiser is a sweet one-year old male Chihuahua mix who arrived at HSOV on January 7, 2026 when a Good Samaritan found him on State Route 550 in the Marietta Ohio and brought Bruiser to the safety of our shelter.
Bruiser has a black short smooth coat, rather long legs, a long tail, and an adorable face with classic Chihuahua features including a teeny tiny slender muzzle and large ears which he holds erect when he chooses to do so.
Bruiser weighs 14.2 lbs and walks fairly well on a leash.
These photos were taken on January 12, 2026 when HSOV Kennel Tech Emily Beaver accompanied Bruiser for outdoor pictures. Bruiser loved playtime/attention from Emily, and also enjoyed being carried in Emily's arms when Bruiser was returned to his large floor crate.
In compliance with the Ohio Revised Code, Bruiser was held for the mandatory three-day stray hold so that his family would have an opportunity to reclaim him with proof of ownership. Sadly nobody called or came looking for this little fellow.
Bruiser will be neutered before being adopted by his new family (a requirement for HSOV adoptions to be finalized).. Bruiser could be fostered while he awaits his neuter procedure so that he could enjoy a real home environment instead of shelter floor crate. Please complete an HSOV foster/adoption application and submit for approval if you would like to offer Bruiser a terrific home.
Update: Bruiser was neutered on January 19, 2026 and was also given rabies vaccine.
Bruiser is a sweet one-year old male Chihuahua mix who arrived at HSOV on January 7, 2026 when a Good Samaritan found him on State Route 550 in the Marietta Ohio and brought Bruiser to the safety of our shelter.
Bruiser has a black short smooth coat, rather long legs, a long tail, and an adorable face with classic Chihuahua features including a teeny tiny slender muzzle and large ears which he holds erect when he chooses to do so.
Bruiser weighs 14.2 lbs and walks fairly well on a leash.
These photos were taken on January 12, 2026 when HSOV Kennel Tech Emily Beaver accompanied Bruiser for outdoor pictures. Bruiser loved playtime/attention from Emily, and also enjoyed being carried in Emily's arms when Bruiser was returned to his large floor crate.
In compliance with the Ohio Revised Code, Bruiser was held for the mandatory three-day stray hold so that his family would have an opportunity to reclaim him with proof of ownership. Sadly nobody called or came looking for this little fellow.
Bruiser will be neutered before being adopted by his new family (a requirement for HSOV adoptions to be finalized).. Bruiser could be fostered while he awaits his neuter procedure so that he could enjoy a real home environment instead of shelter floor crate. Please complete an HSOV foster/adoption application and submit for approval if you would like to offer Bruiser a terrific home.
Update: Bruiser was neutered on January 19, 2026 and was also given rabies vaccine.
The HSOV Adoption application is available at our shelter during normal hours of operation and may also be completed online via our website.
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Approve Application
Shelter management reviews applications for approval. If approved, potential adopters will be notified.
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Take the Pet Home
All HSOV dogs and cats must be spayed/neutered before being adopted and going to their new home.
Additional adoption info
Our adoption process includes an adoption application which must be completed and approved by our shelter management. We verify veterinarian references and also approval from landlords if the pet will be housed in rental property. Home visits may also be required prior to adoption. All dogs/cats must be spayed/neutered before being adopted.
Adoption fee for dogs is $150.00 which includes vaccinations, wormer, flea treatment, dog tag, microchip, and spay/neuter.
Adoption fee for cats is $40 and includes vaccinations, wormer, flea treatment, and spay/neuter. Most adult cats (and kittens over 3-months of age) have already been spayed/neutered.
Adoption fees for other species varies.
Our adoption process includes an adoption application which must be completed and approved by our shelter management. We verify veterinarian references and also approval from landlords if the pet will be housed in rental property. Home visits may also be required prior to adoption. All dogs/cats must be spayed/neutered before being adopted.
Adoption fee for dogs is $150.00 which includes vaccinations, wormer, flea treatment, dog tag, microchip, and spay/neuter.
Adoption fee for cats is $40 and includes vaccinations, wormer, flea treatment, and spay/neuter. Most adult cats (and kittens over 3-months of age) have already been spayed/neutered.
We are located at 90 Mt. Tom Rd. in Marietta ,Ohio 45750. We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00am to 5:00pm; Sunday from Noon to 3:00pm. . Closed on Monday..
We are located at 90 Mt. Tom Rd. in Marietta ,Ohio 45750. We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00am to 5:00pm; Sunday from Noon to 3:00pm. . Closed on Monday..
More about this shelter
We are a non-profit shelter giving refuge to homeless and abandoned animals in Washington County Ohio. We strive to make their time here as comfortable as possible. We work very hard with our rescue groups to move our animals quickly and safely. We do this because we work for those who have no voice.
Rescue groups are encouraged to contact our Canine Rescue Coordinator (rescue@hsov.org) or Feline Rescue Coordinator (sharonpaul2@suddenlink.net)
We are a non-profit shelter giving refuge to homeless and abandoned animals in Washington County Ohio. We strive to make their time here as comfortable as possible. We work very hard with our rescue groups to move our animals quickly and safely. We do this because we work for those who have no voice.
Rescue groups are encouraged to contact our Canine Rescue Coordinator (rescue@hsov.org) or Feline Rescue Coordinator (sharonpaul2@suddenlink.net)
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