Acorn

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, for an application.

Our adoption fees vary.

Each biography will specifically list the adoption dog will be at a meet and greet event on Saturday, February 24th unless he/she is adopted prior to the event with a set up home.

The event is from 12 pm to 3 pm at Palo Alto's Pet Food Express.

Those interested in meeting the dog can come out to our meet and greet event.

We no longer do application approval onsite.

Anyone adopting has been previously approved and set up to meet prior to the event.

Adoption Fee: $500 Acorn is a 2 year old Chihuahua mix who was surrendered to DPS after being rescued by a good samaritan who stepped in and saved him from a bad situation.

While we may not know everything about this guy before he came to us, we know that everything has been coming up Acorn ever since he joined our rescue! This petite dude has been working on his gains, and can't wait to find a loving forever home to show off his amazing personality in! Below is a note from Acorn's foster.

"Acorn is a sweet and sensitive little guy who adores his chosen people more than anything else in the entire world.

For such a small guy, it is understandable that the world around him is very big, but watching his confidence grow in the time he has been with me has been amazing to see.

He likes to stay as close as possible to me as I go about my day and is the world's most adorable shadow.

Acorn is more of a lounger than a playing dog and is happy to snooze the day away in his doggy bed next to you as you work.

This boy is so sweet and gentle and took to my house quickly.

He has the cutest way of seeking attention, putting his front paws on the couch or my leg and gazing at me with his puppy dog eyes.

He loves it when I scoop him up onto my lap for a cuddle.

Acorn wakes up at 7:30 and heads right outside for a walk and potty followed by breakfast.

He trots along next to me as I get ready for work and then snoozes next to me as I start my day, getting up when I do to make sure he doesn't miss the chance for a treat! He gets another meal around lunchtime before his afternoon walk and dinner.

We unwind from the day as we watch TV and snuggle.

Acorn turns in for the night around 10 PM and happily heads to his crate to dream of treats and snuggles ahead the next day!
Acorn gets along with dogs and would do well with a confident canine sibling who can continue showing him the ropes, but he would also thrive as a solo pup.

He walks well on a leash but is still building his confidence around loud noises and sudden movements outdoors.

Acorn is such a chill and loving companion once he warms up to you.

I promise this guy will be your faithful buddy for life if you are lucky enough to earn his love!" Acorn is only an option for those with prior dog experience, with shy dog experience prioritized.

Another dog in the home would likely be the best fit for Acorn.

Kids in the home should be over the age of 10 and understand the needs of a shy dog.