Meet Davis.

Davis is one of three dogs we rescued from a backyard breeding situation, where he was living in poor conditions with very little human interaction and no veterinary care.

It was clear he was long overdue for medical care. He had painful glaucoma in one eye that required surgical removal and was also missing part of his lower lip from a prior trauma. Since coming into rescue, he's been neutered, received a thorough dental cleaning, and enjoyed a much-needed grooming. He's feeling so much better, looking handsome, and finally getting the care and second chance he deserves.

When Davis first arrived in foster care, he was understandably anxious. He paced constantly, struggled to relax, and didn't trust people. While he formed a bond with his foster dad, he remained fearful of others and needed time, structure, and a change of environment to truly decompress. He also had to learn the basics, like walking on a leash, so he could safely experience the world around him.

Today, Davis is acclimating well to his local foster home, living with three other small dogs and his foster parents. He's learning what it means to be part of a loving family, getting comfortable on leash walks, and continuing to build his confidence. While he's still a little timid in new situations, the difference is remarkable. Every day, Davis becomes more comfortable, more trusting, and more ready to meet his forever family.

Davis is crate trained, house trained, and getting more confident on leash. He thrives on a consistent routine with regular potty breaks and has no accidents in his crate, showing he's relearned to keep his space clean. He'll do best with a structured introduction to his new home and a gradual transition to full roam privileges.

Davis is still building confidence outside the home. He's been to the vet, the groomer, and pet stores, and while those experiences were scary for him, he handled them well and continued to move forward. He really needs time to build trust with his person, and that relationship gives him the confidence to navigate new situations. With patience, consistency, and continued positive exposure, we expect his confidence in new environments to keep growing.

Despite everything he's been through, Davis is a resilient little guy who enjoys being petted and is learning that home life can be wonderful. He will thrive with a patient adopter in a calm home who can provide structure and continue building his confidence. He's incredibly sweet and has the cutest little prance you've ever seen.

Apply today!

BREED ESTIMATE: Pomeranian
GENDER: Male
APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 8.5 lbs (needs to lose .5 to 1lb)
APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 6-7 years old
COAT TYPE: Long, flowy coat that needs regular grooming
ADOPTION FEE: $425
OTHER INFO: utd on shots/neutered/microchipped/dental cleaning
LOCATION: Vienna, VA



FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org 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 https://foster.worthydog.org 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.