Chickpea - Pug Dog for Adoption in Bellingham, Washington

Hi, my name is Chickpea! I'm a PURPLE pawprint, which means I will fit well into a home that meets some specific criteria. Here is what would work best for me in my new home:

-Personality: Playful, people oriented, affectionate, spunky
-Can Live with Kids: Yes - Chickpea lived with kids 10+ in her previous home and should be fine doing so again. All kiddos will have to meet at WHS to ensure it's a good match!
-Can Live with Cats: Yes - slow/supervised introductions.
-Can Live with Dogs: Yes - Chickpea has a positive history living with dogs and would likely benefit from living with another dog again. All initial introductions done at WHS to ensure everyone gets along.
-Can do Apartment Living: Yes
-Potty Trained: Appears to be
-Bite History: No
-Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: No
-Energy Level: Medium
-Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Nope, good to go!

Meet Chickpea - a reserved (until she knows you!) gal looking for her furr-ever home. Chickpea has been through quite a lot in the last 6 months, she was found as a stray in California, transported up to Washington to find a new family, and then surrendered to WHS, so it's understandable she's a bit cautious when first meeting new people. It hasn't taken much for her to find her people at WHS (gentle reassurance, plenty of treats, and attention), but she's definitely ready to find a permanent, loving home with people who are dedicated to taking things at her pace. Chickpea came in with her friend Garbanzo and it's obvious she enjoys the companionship of a canine friend, so if you have a social and playful resident dog that's a big added bonus! If you're interested in adopting Chickpea, please fill out an application for review.

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website (www.whatcomhumane.org/adopt) or in person at our facility. We recommend calling into the shelter after your application has been submitted so our front desk can give you next steps on our adoption process.

The pug is a small yet sturdy breed known for its charming personality and distinctive appearance. With a wrinkled face, curled tail, and expressive eyes, pugs are beloved for their affectionate nature and playful demeanor. Originating from China, these compact dogs have a smooth coat and require minimal grooming. Pugs are known to be excellent companions, suitable for owners of all ages due to their adaptable and social temperament.

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