Joey T. Happy Tails Dog Adoption Story July 2020

Melissa & Joey T.Adopted July 2020Pug / Chihuahua

I lost my 14 year old emotional support dog on January 2, 2020. I needed a dog who would sleep with me and calm my nerves at night. Joey, then named Indy, had only been at the rescue for a couple of weeks when I found him on Petfinder. I fell in love with this little guy's quirky and lovable personality. He has a strange duck-like noise rather than a bark, he goes crazy for cheese treats, and he intuitively knows when I need his support at night We are each other's emotional support. He loves to play with other dogs. He also loves my one year old cousin. I knew the moment I met him that he was meant for me and I was meant for him. The saying "who rescued whom?" fits so well for us. I love him so much. This is the first time I have adopted, but I plan on adopting again.

Adopted from

Second Chance Dog RescueSan Diego, CA

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