Meet Chanel, a resilient 3 to 4-year-old terrier mix who survived a heartbreaking start after being abandoned in a crowded New Mexico shelter, where she sat on a euthanasia list, terrified and completely shut down. We brought her to Texas to give her a second chance, and she has beautifully blossomed into an energetic, happy dog who even donates blood to save other lives in need. While her transformation is incredible, she isn't perfect yet; Chanel is still searching for a patient family and a canine companion in a home to help her rebuild her faith in humanity and learn to trust again. She enjoys being around toys and balls, particularly soft squeakers, though she gets easily startled if they are too loud and is still figuring out how to actually play with them. She is also still working through her past trauma and can be quite flinchy when hands reach toward her, meaning she will need a gentle, understanding environment where she can take things at her own pace and finally discover what it feels like to be truly safe.
Ideal Home
Chanel would thrive in a home with a patient family and a canine companion. She needs a gentle, understanding environment where she can take things at her own pace and learn to trust again.
Ongoing Health
Chanel has no known ongoing health conditions.
Training & Support
Chanel is still working through her past trauma and can be flinchy when hands reach toward her. She is also still figuring out how to play with toys and can be easily startled by loud noises. Continued patience and gentle guidance will help her build confidence.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Chanel is located in Angleton, Texas. Transportation is available to VA, PA, CT, VT, NY, UT, ID, OR, TX, WA, TN, KY, IN, IL, WI, MN & OH, LA. AZ is coming soon. Transportation ranges from $100-500 depending on the location and time. Private custom transport routes and destinations are available upon request with financial responsibility on the adopted family. Texas Adopters have a $250 flat rate fee for transporting within the state. Pick-up at our Angleton, TX location is $75 and includes all vetting. Animals are transported in air-conditioned buses or vans with onboard attendants providing 24-hour care. You can follow your pet's journey on a private Facebook Event page.
