Meet Oliver Twist, a pint-sized Chihuahua with a whole lot of personality packed into just 5 tiny pounds. He is a 5-year-old Chi who may be small, but he definitely knows who he is. Oliver was found wandering the streets of Compton with no collar and no microchip. A kind Good Samaritan took him in and searched for his owner, but after being posted on Nextdoor and receiving no responses, it became clear that no one was coming for him. Once his stray hold was complete, Oliver was brought to Shelter Hope so he could have the best chance at finding the forever home he deserves. When he arrived, it was clear that life on the streets had taken its toll. His nails were badly overgrown and his teeth were in need of a good cleaning. Since then, Oliver has received the TLC he needed, including a dental and neuter, and he has been thriving in foster care. His foster says he is a great boy who has truly settled in and begun to show his true colors. Oliver is a sweet boy with lots of spunk! He likes to use his voice to express himself and has a little spice to his attitude, but it is all talk. Beneath that tough-guy act is a charming, endearing little dog who just wants to feel safe and respected. Now fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped, Oliver Twist is ready for a home that will appreciate his sass, understand his signals, and love him for exactly who he is. He is proof that the best things really do come in small, spicy packages. —---- Looking to Adopt? Submit a Rescue Questionnaire! Please be thorough in your answers. Step 1) Application Step 2) Phone Interview Step 3) Appointment Shelter Hope is operating by appointment only. Be ready to adopt: If selected, our rescue counselor will contact you to schedule a phone interview. Please monitor your email and spam folder for our message. Adoptions can happen quickly so be prepared for our call, only apply for dogs that every family member in the home wants, and wait to apply until you return from your vacation. More on our process: Due to high demand, especially for popular dogs, not all applicants will be contacted. Moreover, we may not reach out if we have already approved a family to adopt. The process can take several days. Thank you for your patience!