Elvira Clementine Cutie

Elvira Clementine Cutie is one of those little dogs who immediately goes straight to feeling like someone you've loved for years. There is a softness about her that is difficult to explain until you meet her! She doesn't demand attention or steal the spotlight. Instead, she has this wonderfully gentle way of existing beside you that somehow makes everything feel a little calmer. Before long, you find yourself wanting to make sure she's comfortable, happy, and never has to worry about another thing again. It's a feeling she inspires naturally, and it's easy to see why everyone who meets her falls head over heels in love with her. Go watch Elvira Clementine on YouTube, then come right back to read more. You'll see exactly what we mean when we say she's the kind of dog who quietly works her way into your heart. Her sweet, gentle nature shines through in every moment, whether she's politely greeting a new friend or simply soaking up the comfort of being close to her people.

Estimated to be around 1 year old and weighing approximately 16 pounds, Elvira appears to be a Terrier mix, though as with all rescue dogs, her breed and age are simply our best educated guess. If scruffy sweetness was a breed, that would be her 1000%! While she waits for her forever home, Elvira is thriving in a loving foster home where she only continues proving herself to be an exceptionally easy companion. She is fully house trained, crate trained, rides peacefully in the car, and has basic leash manners and an easy pace that make neighborhood walks relaxed and enjoyable. She shares her foster home beautifully with other dogs and has a naturally submissive, playful approach that makes her an easy addition to a canine family. She enjoys playing when the opportunity arises but isn't interested in causing chaos. Instead, she's wonderfully respectful of the dogs around her and settles in with an easy, respectful confidence that makes introductions feel simple. Elvira has also shown a lovely respect for feline friends, from the barn cats she has met to the very friendly house cat in her foster's neighborhood. She has shown herself to be respectful in every sense. She's gentle by nature and carries that same thoughtful approach into all of her relationships. What stands out most, though, isn't any single skill or accomplishment. It's simply how she makes people feel. There is something incredibly comforting about Elvira's presence. She's affectionate without being overwhelming, sweet without being clingy, and has a quiet emotional warmth that makes you instinctively want to keep her close. She feels less like a dog you're meeting for the first time and more like an old friend who's finally found her way home.

Ideal Home

We believe Elvira would thrive with first-time dog owners and experienced adopters alike. She has the kind of adaptable, easygoing personality that fits naturally into many different lifestyles and living spaces, whether that means a home or apartment with another playful dog, respectful feline friends, or simply someone looking for a loyal little companion to share everyday life.

Ongoing Health

No specific health concerns were mentioned in the provided information.

Training & Support

Elvira is fully house trained, crate trained, and has basic leash manners. She is described as being an easy companion with respectful confidence.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• The adoption fee is $1200 and includes all vetting, spay/neuter, microchip, a Martingale collar, health certificate, and transport.
• Adopters receive extensive behavioral testing information, discounts on Embark DNA tests, 30-day pet insurance with Trupanion, a free private online dog training session with GoodPup, discounts on local dog training, discounts on dog food, coupons for Petco, and discounts on pet first aid and hygiene solutions.
• Adopters also gain access to an exclusive Facebook Adopters page.

Transportation

We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system. This includes drop-off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.