MUFFIN - YORKSHIRE TERRIER YORKIE DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie. "Meet Muffin. This adorable little Yorkie girl was originally adopted from a shelter when she was around 6–7 months old. At the time, her owner was pregnant and later reached out for help caring for Muffin after the baby arrived. We came to know Muffin through that caregiver, Angelique, who ended up caring for her for nearly six months. During that time, Muffin lived with her young kids and other dogs, enjoyed daily walks, and became well established with her potty training. Muffin returned to her owner in January 2025, but Angelique stayed closely connected, hosting her for playdates and even a few overnight visits. Muffin’s owner has now made the decision to rehome her, and Angelique has stepped up to foster her once again. She reached out to our rescue to help find Muffin the loving forever home she deserves. Angelique shared this update: "Muffin is a really good dog who loves to explore, so a fenced yard would be ideal. She has a bit more energy than our senior dogs prefer, and they let her know when she’s being too much. She’s quick to learn, eager to please, and would do best with another young, playful dog in the home. Leash walking is still a work in progress. She can pull and bark out of excitement when she sees other dogs, but it’s not aggressive. She’s improving with guidance and does better on a shorter leash. She’s likely not a great fit for a city environment, as she’s afraid of things like drains and tends to avoid them. She did well with potty training while with us, but consistency will be key as she settles back into a routine." This adorable little pup deserves more stability than she’s had and will truly blossom in a home with a flexible schedule and the consistency every dog needs. Apply today! Preference for owners with Yorkie or tiny dog experience BEED ESTIMATE: Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie) GENDER: Female APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 7 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~2 years old COAT TYPE: longer coat that needs regular grooming. ADOPTION FEE: $425 OTHER INFO: UTD on shots/neutered/microchipped LOCATION: Chantilly, VA FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to adopt.worthydog and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to foster.worthydog and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.

• Physical Attributes

  Likes to Vocalize:

  Some

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	Any Type
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Species
  Other:	Yard Required Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Even-Tempered

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations