Thank you for stopping by to see me!  Please fill out an application to set up  a private meeting. 

Hello, I’m Dolma, a sweet yet timid and shy lady.

Excuse me, is that a small child over there? Ohhh, I’m just going to scurry over here for a moment. Yes, I know toddlers are a sweet joy to many, I understand, however, not I. I won’t be aggressive around little ones, I’m not a monster, but it’s just something about their tiny bodies when they’re charging at me that gives me the heebie jeebies so I may set a boundary by showcasing some fear. I tend to have this feeling around men as well, so yes, I’m a gals gal as I adore my foster mom.

Now, don’t get me wrong, I think I would most likely do fantastic, be a great addition to a large family, but maybe a home with older kids that are sensitive to understanding that I need some practice getting comfortable with them. I’ve met a few and I want to play with them so badly, but I’m still learning to trust. Treats would be a great motivator in this area as I absolutely LOVE food. Speaking of my favorite things, I’ve got some good news, you won’t have to worry about overspending on toys as I’ll play with the simplest things, like yogurt containers. I find it fun chasing them around so take note, don’t just toss out old containers! Lastly, if I promise to be a good girl while you’re away, maybe you could pick up a chew bone as a reward. 

Right now, I’m still learning to walk on a leash and I’ll admit I tend to freeze, but with practice I’m sure I could adapt. Since I have had most experience with a fenced yard, I will need one in my forever home. We must also continue working on potty training but being on a consistent schedule will help. I’m great around all types of dogs, I enjoy the friendly ones the most, I do require a doggy companion in my forever home. I don’t generally tend to bark, but since I am a Lhasa Apso and was originally bred to be a royal watchdog, I will bark if I am alarmed to let you know something seems off. 

As I mentioned earlier, I am a gals gal, and I will even give my foster mom’s sweater a tug if I’m not getting enough attention. Admittedly, I may not stop until I get some pets and affection! Please know that I am as sweet as I look, docile and I’m looking for someone that wants to love me as much as I already love them!

I just know if we give it some time to get to know each other, we will be best friends forever. I can’t wait to meet you!

*Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.  

If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com>

ADOPTION EVENTS:     

Adoption events are updated at the top of each dogs animals' as their foster home signs up. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. If an event is not listed within their bio above, the animal is not planning to attend.  Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. We recommend filling out an application and we will set up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved.

ADOPTION PROCEDURE:

FOSTER CARE:

All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption, but each bio is written by the foster as they see them, in their home. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality, but it cannot be guaranteed. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves in time and with patience.  If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application.

NUTRITION:

Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal.

YOU CAN HELP:

Not able to foster or adopt right now? Please consider sponsoring an Underdog. Your donation will help us buy dog food and pay for medical costs. Visit this link  www.underdogrescuemn.com/donate   to donate. 
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