My partner and I just rescued a small mini pin + chihuahua mix. She is very aggressive, doesn’t like to be touched at all. But, she wants to sit on our laps and be near us. We are ok with her wanting space, we just want her to be comfortable. However, she has these fits. She spins in a circle screaming and yelling with the end of her tail in her mouth. Her tail end is extremely chewed up and when she has these fits, she bites her tail until it bleeds. The shelter we got her from did not tell us anything about this. Just that she is all good and just aggressive to new people. Her history is that she was abused as a puppy by kids and has been in and out of shelters ever since (she is 4) When we called and showed them the video, they just said we can bring her back. We got her outside of Istanbul and they are extremely overwhelmed, so Im sure they’re just trying to relieve the shelters.

I’m wondering if anyone has heard of this behaviour before, and if anyone has tips for helping aggressive small rescues. I only have experience with rescuing large dogs when they are young.

I’ve just adopted a sweet 7 month old pup (likely whippet mix) from my local rescue on Tuesday. Rescue said she is great with other dogs, even had a best friend in there. So far, she’s been extremely sweet but randomly reactive to dogs—no lunging or pulling, just barking and a few times her hair has stood up. By random, I mean random—I took her on a hike and we passed multiple dogs (on a narrow trail) and she didn’t bark, pull, or lunge; she wanted to stop and smell them, I could tell, but no reactivity or aggression at all. However, she barked at a dog in the pet store (it barked at her and she barked back several times, even began to cry), and barked at another dog that came in a bit later. She’s barked at a few dogs while in the car, across the street from her (sometimes) and also at the vet clinic. Currently can’t socialize her because she has kennel cough. My last dog was extremely reactive, so I’m a bit anxious. I’ve never rescued before, and not sure if this is to be expected or if the rescue lied to me lol. Already signed up for training classes and hoping to work on all this, but would love if anyone can ease my mind or provide insight on how the adjustment period is/any tips (for safe introduction to dogs and whatever else) THANK YOU!!!

i got this dog from my neighbor because she was neglected.. on nov-dec i spend almost 30k for her medical bills and chemo (TVT) she got okay and then this january she got spayed /tumor removal surgery it cost 27.5k the surgery alone. plus the blood works every week that cost 3k weekly (5 weeks in total 15k) because her creatinine got high after spaying.

and now still she have some creatinine issue we need to comeback again next week for her blood test.. im financially drain but i really want to fight for her. she's still energectic and happy .

but here in the phillipines its so hard to fund raise for animal because of lot of scammer.. please help me fund raise..

Indiana Bones aka Indy is looking for a forever family that likes adventures. No cats, no young children, would prefer he be the only dog. Indy is an active 1.5-year-old neutered 40 lb pitty mix and like his name suggests he loves adventures. He's always happy to hop in the car and go anywhere. He's just as happy curling up on the couch for snuggles. He’s had a ruff start in life. His early months are unknown. He was found wandering Rivergate Mall in the middle of June 2024 mostly skin and bones with burns on his paws and a thinning coat. A wonderful family with 3 young boys took him in but street life is hard to shake and he needed a much quieter home to decompress. That's when he made his way to my house. He has been learning a lot since he came here. Walking on a leash was first. He has learned yes, no, sit, down, stay/wait, place, kennel, shake, high five, and spin. Still working on crawl and wave. On the walk he knows let's go, stop, leave it, go on/on by, cross, and turn around. He picks up tricks fast! Some of his less savory quarks. He is a high-energy, high-anxiety breed, and has a high prey drive. He's a super chewer and must be kenneled when left alone. He is barrier-reactive with dogs this extends to leashes. His high prey drive means he does go nuts when he sees birds, rabbits, squirrels, cats, deer, skunks, raccoons, opossums… other dogs too. Because of his reactivity I've also muzzle trained him. I don’t worry about him with people just animals. He can jump or climb over nearly anything. He’s been strictly leash walked since I’ve had him. His fence fighting would get him euthanized at a shelter. I’ve been unsuccessful at getting him into any rescue due to space.

Message me if you are interested in meeting Indy. I’ll require a meet and greet. I’d like to know a few references, previous vets, trainers or any relevant experience. I’m happy to ask any questions.

‼️ URGENT ‼️ These dogs need a foster or adoption commitment by noon on 2/4, and to leave the shelter by 6pm that same day or they will be euthanized.

Meet & Greet / Adoption Hours: 📆Tuesday -Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM 📆Saturday: 10 AM - 4 PM ⛔️Closed Sundays & Mondays

📍3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD (Arrive 1 hour before closing)

Call to confirm dog availability: 301-780-7200

You can find more info on these dogs here: https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT? %20at=DOG

Instagram accounts with videos of these dogs: @pg_pitties @al_the_petpal83

** In order to apply to adopt a "terrier mix", you must provide two forms of proof of residency outside of Prince George's County because of breed-specific legislation. Both forms have to be the original documents, they will not accept a photograph of the original documents.

Prospective fosters, please apply to these rescue organizations to save a life;

https://www.fureverhome-rescue.org/

https://bravebabesar.org/

https://www.vindicatedrescue.org/

https://www.aaha-rescue.org/

https://www.lailaslegacyanimalrescue.org/

📣🗣️If you can't adopt or foster, here are other ways you can help:

• Donate to the rescue organizations listed above

• Volunteer your time (with the rescues or at the shelter)

• Share this posts and help spread awareness among your friends + family

• PLEASE spay/neuter your pets!

• Write to PG County council members to end the pitbull ban: www.petunityproject.org/council

PG county shelter is at critical capacity so adopting any dog from their shelter helps save lives. If you don’t see the dog for you on this list, please consider any of the others they have listed on their website ❤️

Meet Boingo, a gentle soul with a heart of gold! This 2-year-old pup tends to be on the shy side at first, but given a little time and patience, he often warms up to new experiences. From our volunteer observations, Boingo seems to have a dainty and gentle play style, preferring a more laid-back approach to socializing. He usually explores his surroundings with curiosity and maintains an easygoing demeanor around other dogs. Come meet Boingo today

Hello everyone! I recently moved back home from college and my mom recently rescued a chihuahua that I've had to look after a lot recently. My mom volunteered at Tri-County Animal Rescue in South Florida and fell in love with a chihuahua she ended up rescuing and naming Lucky (aka Lil Man). His story is a bit sad and quite long so I'll summarize it so anyone might be able to connect something from his past to what he is doing now.

We know that Lucky is originally from Puerto Rico and was found living on the streets. He didn't look too well and it was assumed he was being abused and then eventually got thrown out. He was taken from Puerto Rico to Tri-County Animal Rescue where he was eventually adopted. After a few months, he was found roaming the streets again but this time in South Florida. He was taken back to the same rescue where they called the people who adopted him but the number was out of service and they didn't have Lucky chipped. We don't know if he was abused by the people who adopted but he was thrown out by them so it's very possible. Now we have him and you can tell he's never been loved like this before.

When I first came back home from college he wouldn't even stay in the same room as me. It's been 8 months since then and he is currently cuddled up in my arms as I type this (I love him so much). He has started having Zoomies as well and trying to play with my other dog. He's always very happy now which leads me to the aggressive tail chasing. Multiple times a day Lucky will be very happy if we're going for a walk or if he's about to get his dinner and he will randomly start attacking his tail. He growls and spins very aggressively. the way I know he's going for his tail is because one morning I woke up pretty late to the sound of him spinning in the hallway and when I walked out it looked like a murder scene. There was blood everywhere, on the floor, on the walls, and all over him. It was really scary but every time I pick him up and put him on a couch or a bed he is perfectly fine and acts like nothing happened.

We asked the vet about this and they acted like it was no big deal, even after we told the previous story. I want to make sure that if there is something I can do to help him, I do it. So, if anyone knows what this is, if this is normal for older chihuahuas or ways that this could be treated please let me know!

Baller needs to be placed to day. He urgently needs a foster or adopter to take him home today so he can see tomorrow.

["Love-Bug","Wants to Play","Solicits Pets"]Baller is a happy boy who loves to chase a ball! He seems very smart as he knew sit and was picking up on "drop" with the ball in a matter of minutes. He is easy going & loves getting pets! He is very handsome and an overall really good boy! Look at his link and see Baller the dog.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/d90mvps/permalink/1548900169147206/

I always knew adopting rescues came with surprises… but I never expected this.

When I moved from Pennsylvania to North Carolina, I had one dog—Pepe, my Pomsky. Over the past year, I adopted five more—all from different places, different shelters, and different situations. I had no idea they were connected in any way… I just knew they needed a home.

Then, out of curiosity, I did DNA tests. And my mind was blown.

Turns out, five of my six dogs are all related. Some distantly, some closely, and one discovery that left me absolutely speechless.

Here’s the pack:

🐶 Pepe – Pomsky (4 years old, my original dog, related to Penny & Roxxy)
🐶 Lucky – Pit Bull (6 years old, rescue)
🐶 Penny – Pomchipoo (4 years old, rescue, related to Pepe & Roxxy)
🐶 Roxxy – Pomchi (10 years old, rescue, related to Penny & Pepe, and has trace DNA from the Pit Bulls & Great Dane)
🐶 Romeo – Pit Bull (2 years old, rescue)
🐶 Jolene – Great Dane (11 months old, backyard breeder)

What the DNA Test Revealed:

• Pepe (Pomsky, my original dog) is related to Penny (Pomchipoo) and Roxxy (Pomchi). I unknowingly adopted his long-lost family members!
• Penny (Pomchipoo) is related to Jolene (Great Dane). A tiny Pomchipoo and a Great Dane… FAMILY. How does that even happen?! 🤯
• Roxxy (Pomchi, 10 years old) is related to Penny and Pepe but also has small amounts of DNA from the Pit Bulls and the Great Dane.
• Lucky (Pit Bull, 6) is actually Romeo’s GRANDPA. I unknowingly brought together a grandfather and grandson who would have never found each other otherwise.

At first, I was just focused on finding them all homes. But when I realized I had accidentally reunited a whole long-lost dog family, I knew I couldn’t separate them.

So, what started as a rescue quickly became a sanctuary.

I moved to an entirely different state and somehow, over the span of a year, ended up reuniting a long-lost, multi-generational dog family without even realizing it.

What are the odds?!

It makes me wonder—were they all from the same backyard breeder that abandoned some of them? A stray lineage that spread across different shelters? Was this just fate making sure they all ended up back together?

I don’t know how this happened, but I do know this: I reunited a multi-generational dog family without even knowing it.

Has anyone else ever had DNA test results blow their mind like this?!