Jadu

My story

QUICK FACTS Name: Jadu Age: Around 2 years old Gender: Male (Neutered) Breed: Chihuahua mix Color: Brown with Black Muzzle Weight: 3kg / 6.6lbs Microchipped, Fully Vaccinated Up to Date, Dewormed   MY RESCUE STORY I was rescued from a city pound where I had been placed on the euthanasia list simply because there was no longer enough space. My time was running out, and without someone stepping in, I might never have had the chance to experience the life I deserved. Thankfully, rescuers found me in time and brought me to safety. That chapter of my life is over now, and I’ve been allowed to start again. I’m ready to leave the uncertainty behind and find a forever family who will love me, protect me, and make sure I always know exactly where I belong.   MY HEALTH All vaccinations up-to-date Healthy with no known health issues I am scheduled to undergo surgery for my luxating patella.   MY PERSONALITY My name means “Plum” in Korean, and just like a little plum, I’m tiny, sweet, and absolutely adorable! My name couldn’t suit me better, and I’m actually even smaller and cuter in person than I look in my photos. From the way I behave, the volunteers and staff believe I may have lived in a home before. I seem to understand the rhythm of being around people naturally. I love having fun and playing, but once I’ve had enough excitement, I’m perfectly happy settling down and resting calmly beside someone. I have a lovely balance between being playful and knowing when it’s time to relax. Don’t let my tiny size fool you either! I’m a confident little girl when it comes to making dog friends, and I’m not intimidated by dogs much bigger than me. I’m happy to join in the fun and enjoy spending time with dogs of all sizes. Most of all, I absolutely love people! Sometimes I get so excited to meet someone new that I simply can’t contain myself. During my profile photoshoot, I was happily jumping right into the volunteers’ and staff members’ arms, asking for pets, cuddles, and all the attention they were willing to give me. I’m a tiny girl with a huge amount of affection to share, and I can’t wait to have a family whose arms I can jump into every day.   MY SOCIAL SKILLS · With People: I’m incredibly friendly and love meeting new people! I happily soak up all the attention and affection I can get, even from people I’ve just met. I’m comfortable being picked up and held, and I’ll happily roll over and show you my belly when I’m hoping for some extra belly rubs. With my sweet, affectionate, and trusting personality, making new friends comes naturally to me. · With Dogs: I’m definitely more of a people’s pup! While I’m friendly with other dogs and enjoy greeting new canine friends, I don’t show much interest in playing with them. After saying hello, I’m usually perfectly happy wandering off and doing my own thing. My heart really belongs to people, and I’d much rather spend my time soaking up affection, cuddles, and attention from the humans around me. I can peacefully share my space with dog friends, but I don’t need another dog to keep me entertained or make me feel happy. · With Cats: My reaction to cats is unknown.   ENERGY LEVEL & ACTIVITY I have a moderate energy level. I enjoy spending time outdoors, exploring, and having fun, but once I’ve had my activity and excitement, I’m more than happy to come inside and relax comfortably indoors.   TRAINING & HABITS I’m still working on perfecting my leash manners and may pull at times, especially when something catches my interest, but overall I follow my handler’s lead nicely. I also have good manners around food and don’t guard my meals or treats from either people or other dogs. I can sometimes bark when I’m looking for attention or when I hear or notice something that I think is worth alerting everyone about, but I calm down and settle again. I’m also still learning how to rest quietly and comfortably in my kennel, so I’ll benefit from continued patience and positive practice. For potty habits, I currently go both indoors using pee pads and outdoors. I may do a little marking when I first enter a new environment, but with time, a consistent routine, and guidance as I settle into my new home, I should continue making progress.   MY IDEAL HOME I’m searching for a patient, loving family who can help me become the best version of myself. I’ll thrive in a home with: • A family that will provide me with a safe haven – where I can decompress, be myself in a stable environment • A family that understands my past and is patient with me throughout • A family that enjoys indoor and outdoor time together • A family that will love and cherish me forever   SPECIAL NOTES I may be tiny, but I have a big personality and an even bigger love for people! I’m happiest when I’m around people and absolutely love affection. During my profile photoshoot, I could barely contain my excitement and kept jumping right into the volunteers’ and staff members’ arms for pets and cuddles. After I’ve had my fun, I’m also happy to settle down calmly beside someone and simply enjoy being close to them. The volunteers and staff believe I may have lived in a home before because of how naturally I seem to settle around people. While I’m definitely more of a people’s pup, I’m comfortable around other dogs too. I’ll happily greet new dog friends, including dogs much bigger than me, but after saying hello, I usually prefer doing my own thing rather than joining in lots of play. I’m a sweet, affectionate little girl with so much love to give. Whether I’m bouncing into your arms for cuddles or quietly resting beside you, what I really want is to be close to my people. I can’t wait to find a forever family who will love having their tiny Plum by their side.   JADU'S YOUTUBE PLAYLIST   Apply to foster or adopt: https://www.welcomedogkorea.org For Inquiries: info@welcomedogkorea.com ##2837886##

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