Meet Dulce

Female
DOB: October 14, 2025
Weight: 11 lbs
Breed: Parson Russell Terrier / Chihuahua Mix
Spayed (Fixed): Yes
Vaccines: Up to Date
Microchipped
Healthy & Adoption-Ready

Personality, Breed Info & Expectations

Dulce is a sweet, affectionate young dog with a bright personality and a heart full of love. She enjoys being around people and loves being included in everyday family life. Whether she's following you around the house, playing with her favorite toys, or curling up beside you for a nap, Dulce is happiest when she's close to her people.

She has a wonderful balance of playful energy and gentle companionship. Curious and eager to explore, Dulce enjoys discovering new places and meeting new friends, but she also has a calm, cuddly side that makes her a perfect snuggle buddy after a day of fun.

As a Parson Russell Terrier / Chihuahua Mix, Dulce combines the intelligence, confidence, and adventurous spirit of the Parson Russell Terrier with the loyalty, affection, and people-oriented nature of the Chihuahua. This breed mix is often highly intelligent, alert, and eager to learn while forming strong bonds with their families. They thrive with positive reinforcement, regular exercise, and plenty of companionship.

Dulce would thrive in a home prepared for:

Daily companionship and family interaction
Continued positive reinforcement training
Regular walks and interactive play
Mental stimulation and enrichment
Structure, consistency, and routine
A lifelong commitment to her emotional and physical well-being

She is still a young dog with many wonderful years ahead of her and is ready to become a devoted member of a loving forever family.

Training, Adjustment & What to Expect

Like many rescue dogs, Dulce may need time to adjust to a new home, routine, and environment. Even friendly and social dogs benefit from patience and consistency during the transition period.

Most rescue dogs arrive with varying levels of training, so adopters should be prepared to continue reinforcing household manners and routines. Dulce is intelligent, eager to please, and responds very well to positive reinforcement training.

Dulce will benefit from:

Positive reinforcement training

Daily structure and routine

Continued socialization and exposure

Mental stimulation through interactive toys and games

Regular exercise appropriate for her size

Patience and consistency

Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule:

3 days to decompress

3 weeks to learn your routine

3 months to fully feel at home

With patience, love, and guidance, Dulce will blossom into a loyal, confident, and devoted lifelong companion.

Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care

Owning a dog is a lifelong commitment that includes training, exercise, companionship, and routine veterinary care.

Dulce will need:

Daily walks and interactive play

Routine veterinary care and wellness exams

Preventative care including flea, tick, and parasite prevention

Proper nutrition and weight management

Continued training and mental enrichment

A safe, stable indoor living environment

Because Dulce has Pug heritage, she may be more sensitive to hot weather than some breeds. During warm temperatures, she should have access to fresh water, shade, and avoid strenuous activity during the hottest parts of the day.

Dulce is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside.

Adoption Information

If you are interested in adopting this wonderful dog, please complete an adoption application by visiting:

https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions

Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle.

You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve.

We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved.

Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest.

We can't wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend.