Hi… I’m Mello.
I’m a little guy 1.5 years old Miniature Pinscher mix … about 10 pounds…
but my heart? It’s big.
I will be neutered soon, vaccinated, microchipped, and I am house-trained.
I made the long journey from North California to my foster home in Ridgefield, WA… still hoping that my real family is out there. I can travel to Vancouver, BC if there is a potential adopter for me.
My adoption fee is $900USD
Adoption Application: https://forms.gle/Xzw8a5zpebKT3w6q6
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Here is my story:
I used to live in the San Francisco area with someone who cared about me…
but life was busy for her.
Long days at a hair salon meant I spent a lot of time in my crate…
waiting.
Waiting for the door to open.
Waiting for someone to come home.
Waiting for a moment to feel part of a life again.
I didn’t understand why the days felt so long…
but I never stopped hoping.
One day, everything changed.
She made a hard decision—
not because she didn’t love me…
but because she knew I deserved more.
And someone stepped in to help.
That’s how I found my way to Ridgefield, Washington…
to my foster home…
to a new beginning.
At first, I wasn’t sure what to do with all the freedom.
No long hours alone.
No waiting behind a crate door.
Just space…
kind voices…
and people who wanted me close.
And slowly… I came to life.
I LOVE other dogs, I run, play, and have so much fun with them.
I’m great with people too… all kinds of people… even kids!
I just want to be part of everything.
I still use my crate sometimes—
but now it’s a safe, cozy place… not a place I feel stuck.
And yes… I should probably tell you something important…
I LOVE food. 😄
Meals? Treats? Snacks?
I’m always ready.
And I should tell you one more thing about me…
I have a very special look. 😄
One of my ears likes to stand up tall and proud…
while the other one just… does its own thing and flops down.
I guess you could say I’m a little bit serious…
and a little bit silly at the same time.
People always smile when they see me—
and honestly, I think my ears have something to do with that.
But I don’t mind…
because if my funny little ears can make you happy,
then I’m doing my job perfectly.
I’m still young—only about a year and a half old.
I have energy to play,
love to give,
and a heart that just wants to stay close to my people.
I don’t think about the past in a sad way anymore.
It just helped me understand what I really need…
Time.
Love.
A family.
Now I dream about a home where I don’t have to wait anymore.
A place where I can play with friends,
be part of your daily life,
and curl up at the end of the day knowing…
I belong.
If you’re looking for a fun, loving, social little companion
who gets along with everyone and brings joy wherever he goes…
I’m right here.
Ready for my forever.
Your little boy,
Mello
MS. PUMKIN PIE LAILA
Shih Tzu, Lhasa Apso
🇺🇸
Ridgefield, Washington
female, small, baby
Shih Tzu, Lhasa Apso
Ridgefield, Washington
