Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Yes, her name is Valve, and like her name, we think that once she’s fully opened up, personality will simply pour out of her.
Valve is a sweet, affectionate girl who is brand new to the whole "pet life" thing. Leashes, stairs, couches, and toys are all still pretty foreign to her. But regardless, it’s clear as day that she wants nothing more than to be loved. She's a full-on velcro dog in training. In fact, she gets so excited to see her people that she can be a bit of a (tiny) bull in a china shop, which is pretty entertaining to watch.
She's already discovered the magic of belly rubs, has logged some respectable morning zoomies, and likes to curiously nose around the toy bin. That said, Valve is still building the kind of confidence that lets a dog just...exist comfortably. She sometimes “pancakes” when approached, but it doesn't stop her from wanting love and attention anyway. She’s just now learning that people are safe, after all. Her foster parent believes that in a couple more weeks, she'll be a completely different dog.
Valve is going to need a home that's genuinely excited about being part of her journey. That means everything from loving her presence to being patient with potty training to being committed to ongoing confidence-building.
A fenced yard would be a dream for this girl, and a calm, confident dog companion could make a world of difference, too. Older children who can appreciate Valve’s boundaries would probably be best, if any.
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A Quick but Important Note to All Adopters:
Please remember that none of our dogs arrive fully trained. Most come from tough or uncertain beginnings and may have never lived in a home or known basic routines. That means:
✧ They are not potty trained on arrival. Most dogs regress in potty training when moving to a new environment.
✧ They may lack basic manners (like leash walking or appropriate chewing).
✧ They’re learning, growing, and doing their best—but they will need patience, structure, and compassion to succeed.
The majority of these pups have lived in the confinement of a cage or kennel run for most - if not all - of their lives. Because of this, we strongly discourage the use of crates for anything other than vehicle transport. They deserve the chance to decompress and learn what true freedom and comfort feel like.
Our amazing foster homes work hard to start these dogs on the right path, but they are rescues, not finished products. These dogs need time, consistency, and a loving home willing to meet them where they are.
Also, breed designations are our best guesses based on appearance and behavior. We can't guarantee breed, size, adult weight, or coat type.
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A Quick but Important Note to All Adopters:
Please remember that none of our dogs arrive fully trained. Most come from tough or uncertain beginnings and may have never lived in a home or known basic routines. That means:
✧ They are not potty trained on arrival. Most dogs regress in potty training when moving to a new environment.
✧ They may lack basic manners (like leash walking or appropriate chewing).
✧ They’re learning, growing, and doing their best—but they will need patience, structure, and compassion to succeed.
The majority of these pups have lived in the confinement of a cage or kennel run for most - if not all - of their lives. Because of this, we strongly discourage the use of crates for anything other than vehicle transport. They deserve the chance to decompress and learn what true freedom and comfort feel like.
Our amazing foster homes work hard to start these dogs on the right path, but they are rescues, not finished products. These dogs need time, consistency, and a loving home willing to meet them where they are.
Also, breed designations are our best guesses based on appearance and behavior. We can't guarantee breed, size, adult weight, or coat type.
