Marabel

Marabel is the kind of puppy who seems to walk through life completely convinced that everything is going to work out in her favor, and honestly, she's probably right. This fluffy little chunk is confident, curious, playful, and absolutely adorable from head to toe.

At just 6 weeks old, Marabel is already showing off a big personality. She may be one of the smaller puppies in her litter, but she has no problem keeping up with her bigger siblings and happily holds her own during playtime. She loves tug toys, wrestling with her brothers and sisters, exploring every corner she can reach, and then crashing hard for a cozy nap afterward.

She's also proven to be a pretty smart little cookie. In true puppy mastermind fashion, Marabel has already figured out how to Houdini her way through puppy gates, so her future family should expect a clever girl who will keep them laughing and on their toes.

Marabel adores people, including kids, and is friendly and affectionate with everyone she meets. She's happy to snuggle up close after playtime and has that perfect mix of adventurous and cuddly. She's also doing a great job consistently using a litter box while she's still too young for full potty training.

With her longer fluffy coat, she may need regular grooming as she grows, but we think that just adds to her charm. Marabel is a happy-go-lucky puppy who will be ready to join her future family on all kinds of adventures, whether that's hiking trails, couch snuggles, or simply following you around the house to see what you're doing.

If you're looking for a confident, loving, fluffy little sidekick with a playful spirit and a whole lot of personality, Marabel may just be your girl.

At Green Dogs Unleashed (GDU), we are dedicated to ensuring the successful placement of our dogs in loving, permanent homes. Over the years, we have seen an increasing number of returns due to behavioral issues that could have been prevented with the right support. A significant percentage of these returns involve out-of-area clients or those who have not completed training with GDU. To address this, positive reinforcement training with Green Dogs Unleashed is required as a condition for all adoptions.

Preference for this dog will be given to adopters who commit to signing up for and completing our six-week Canine 101 training class in person at our headquarters in Troy, VA. Secondary consideration will be given to a limited number of out-of-area adopters who agree to complete one private lesson with GDU, either in person or virtually, and attend a pre-approved positive reinforcement training class in their area.

At the time you are seeing this post, this dog is still available for adoption. But please know that we may be working on multiple applications already, and any one of them could be approved at any time. Please READ THIS ENTIRE DESCRIPTION and complete an adoption application, if you are interested in any of our animals. Application at www.greendogsunleashed.org If you send an inquiry to ask if the dog is still available, or just tell us you are interested, your inquiry will not be answered. FILL OUT AN APPLICATION. We can do NOTHING without that. No, we cannot tell you if he would be a match for your family without seeing an application. PLEASE KEEP READING for info.

//* PLEASE NOTE: The first communication you will receive after completing an application will be an email response, which will have instructions on how to proceed. Please check your inbox AND spam folders for the next 48 hours, for this email. We will not begin processing an application without the information requested in that email. //*

We are happy to consider applicants from out of state on most dogs. Please read the description to see if this dog is an exception. If the applicant is approved to adopt, they MUST be willing to come to our location in Troy, VA, for a meet and greet. If all parties agree that the pup and family are a good fit, they would take the pup home at that time.

For more information about our mission and for an APPLICATION for adoption, please go to www.greendogsunleashed.com.

GDU does ask a minimum adoption fee of $400.00. This does not even come close to covering all expenses created by animals while in rescue. We are funded solely by the angels and volunteers willing to donate time and finances. This minimum fee includes DAPP, rabies if age appropriate,, heartworm test and preventative, if age appropriate, and flea and tick treatment, as well as neutering or spaying, if the animal is medically sound to undergo surgery. In an attempt to avoid tummy upset from a sudden change of food, the foster family may include a small, transitional bag of the food the dog/puppy has been eating. And if the dog/puppy has grown attached to a special item (like a toy or blanket), they may send that along, as well.

//* Young puppies will receive age-appropriate vaccines, and will be spayed/neutered prior to adoption. Adopters may be required to provide additional puppy boosters and at 16 weeks of age, a rabies vaccine. Future annual vaccines, testing and monthly heartworm preventative are REQUIRED, and will be the financial responsibility of the adopter.

Due to the sheer number of animals and applications in our program, coupled with a limited number of volunteers, applicants MUST have patience as we process applications. If you do not hear back from us, the animal may have been adopted. We strive to let people know but sadly cannot offer reasons for denial beyond that. Any harassment of our volunteers will go unanswered and we will simply block you. Our volunteers spend their time working hard to ensure the very best for each animal. Please remember the animal, not the applicant, is our client.