About Layla

PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE BIO ON THIS DOG BEFORE REQUESTING AN APPLICATION. MANY OF OUR DOGS HAVE STRICT REQUIREMENTS FOR THEIR ADOPTION. 10-year-old Chihuahua mix, about 19 pounds. Meet Layla! Layla is a sweet, affectionate girl who was originally adopted as a puppy from Smidget Rescue in 2017. Unfortunately, one of her owners has passed away, and the remaining partner went into assisted living. During the 9 years with her previous family, Layla went from 13 lbs to 25 lbs, so she is currently on a diet and exercise plan. Her new foster parents adore her and are committed to helping her get down to her perfect weight of around 15 lbs! Layla loves her people, gets along well with her foster sisters, and happily plays with other dogs she is comfortable with. She's very smart and eager to learn new tricks (especially if treats are involved!). She does have a slightly stubborn streak; not a fan of being picked up and moved off the bed, for example. She loves cozy spots like beds and couches just as much as she enjoys car rides, long walks, and occasionally running away from you! This girl is almost always looking to roam outside the house and will take advantage of an open fence gate! Layla enjoys tummy and head pets, short snuggles, and lap time, and will even give kisses on command. However, not a clinger - she's also perfectly happy hanging out in her own room, as long as she doesn't have to share the bed with another dog. While she prefers not to share sleeping space, she rides in the car with her foster sisters without any issues. She's an independent little explorer who loves spending time in the yard, sniffing everything, or relaxing in the sun. She doesn't dig and isn't an excessive barker. Layla is mostly at ease with strangers, though she may bark at first until she gets a few pets. She doesn't like loud noises or being grabbed suddenly, so she can be a tiny bit skittish. She does have a medium-loud whiskey-and-cigarettes bark, but mostly only uses it when she's excited or if someone is at the door. She's respectful around unfamiliar dogs and does very well at the dog park, steering clear of any trouble. This lady *loves* food. Very enthusiastic about treats and enjoys all dry food, wet food, carrots, blueberries, apples, and peanuts. Shell make her signature hruff hruff! throaty sound and dances around while she's waiting for you to prepare her dinner. Layla is potty trained and does her pees and poops in the yard. Her foster parents leave her uncrated when they're out, as she seems to have a strong bladder and doesn't chew or get into the trash. She's excellent in the car and can usually jump in on her own. Once the car is moving, she settles down in her seat instead of trying to climb into your lap. Energy-wise, she has a typical level of playfulness for a 10-year-old. Occasionally will fetch a toy or proudly drag her bed over to show you when you get home. If you're looking for an easy, sweet companion who gets along with people, friends, and other pets, Layla could be a great match. To request an adoption application, email [email protected] Adoption contract and fee applies. All adoptable dogs can be met at adoption events hosted every weekend or through scheduled meet and greet after application review. For a list of scheduled events go to: https://www.facebook.com/SmidgetRescue/events . Smidget Rescue is not a shelter, and all dogs are fostered throughout the Puget Sound area and brought to the events where they can be met by prospective adopters. Additional pictures of adoptable dogs can be seen at: https://www.facebook.com/SmidgetRescue/photos_stream?tab=photos_albums. All adoptable dogs are spayed or neutered at 6 months of age or older. Puppies are adopted with a refundable spay/neuter deposit (in addition to the adoption fee) and adopters are required to get their puppy to our vet for their pre-scheduled spay-neuter appointments. APPLICATIONS CAN BE OBTAINED BY EMAIL ONLY. Adoption process includes application, meet & greet, home visit and reference check. Email Jamie at [email protected] or click on the CONTACT link on this page. PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS BEFORE SENDING. Notice: We do not ship dogs out of state. You must live within a three-hour radius of Seattle, WA, (such as Portland, Vancouver B.C., etc.), so we can arrange for a home visit.

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