ZENA" - Jindo Dog for Adoption in Springfield, Virginia

Meet Zena!
**Mixed Breed Female Approximately 2 Months Old 3 lbs (1.4 kg)**

Zena is a tiny survivor with a big heart. She was rescued on June 25, 2026, after a hiker found her collapsed along a mountain trail, covered in maggots and in desperate need of help.

Due to the severe infection caused by the maggots, Zena sadly lost her right eye. Despite everything she has been through at such a young age, this brave little girl is recovering well and showing amazing strength every day.

At the time of rescue, Zena weighed only 1.5 lbs (700 g). The kind hiker who found her helped support part of her medical care, and Zena is currently receiving treatment and care at a veterinary hospital while she continues to heal.

Zena is estimated to grow into a medium-sized mixed breed dog, around 2022 lbs (10 kg) as an adult. She is still a young puppy and is learning about the world, but she has already shown incredible resilience and a will to live.

After such a difficult beginning, Zena is ready for a loving family who will give her the safety, care, and affection every puppy deserves. Her past does not define her—she is a sweet little girl with a bright future ahead.

Adoption Fee: $575

### Please Note###

*Zena is currently living in a foster home in Korea. Once she is adopted, she will be transported to the U.S. Because of this, we are unable to arrange in-person meet-and-greets. We are happy to provide detailed information, photos, and videos to help you get to know her.
* We do not recommend leaving dogs alone for more than 4 hours. If you expect to be away longer, we strongly encourage doggy daycare or another appropriate care option.
* We typically do not adopt to homes with children under 8 years old.
* Applicants must be at least 25 years old and live within a 45-minute driving distance of Springfield, Virginia (Northern Virginia and the Washington, DC suburbs only).
* A home check is required before adoption.
* Applicants must have a social media account so we can receive post-adoption updates. We monitor all adopted pets to ensure they continue to thrive.
* Once your application is approved, we will request a copy of your identification through a secure app and/or complete a background screening.

###Ready to Adopt?###

Please complete our online adoption application:
https://forms.gle/TbCzSWknhMaSX5ov6

An HDP volunteer will contact you after carefully reviewing your application. Please allow a few days for the review process.

Many of our rescue dogs had very little socialization before entering our program. As a result, skills such as house training, leash walking, and adjusting to family life may take a little extra time. Patience, understanding, and gentle guidance are essential. The good news is that most of our dogs adapt remarkably well, and helping them blossom into confident family companions is an incredibly rewarding experience.

*** About us ***
Hope For Donghae Paws(HDP) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to bringing rescue dogs from Korea to the US and finding permanent homes for them. It is true there are many animal lovers in Korea, but still many dogs suffer and are killed for food.
Our mission is to find US homes for mixed-breed dogs whose chances of being adopted in their native Korea are very low.

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The Jindo, a Korean native breed renowned for its loyalty, courage, and intelligence, is highly prized for its unwavering loyalty to its family. This medium sized, spitz type dog has a distinctive double coat that sheds seasonally. Known for their independent nature, Jindos require early socialization and firm, consistent training. With a strong prey drive and territorial instincts, they excel as hunters and watchdogs. Their deep bonds with their owners make them loving companions, albeit not suitable for inexperienced owners.