Meet Mochi -- an incredibly sweet pup with a heart as big as her comeback story. Once sick, terrified, and nearly furless from mange and severe infections, Mochi fought her way back to health with the help of devoted veterinary care and a loving rescue team. She spent a month in the hospital proving just how strong and determined she is. Today, Mochi is happy, playful, and full of life. Her coat has grown back beautifully, with just a couple of thin spots still catching up -- a small reminder of how far she's come. Now in her foster home, she's learning that the world can be safe, fun, and filled with love. Mochi thrives on routine and joy: breakfast and outdoor play in the morning, cozy crate naps while foster mom is at work, and dinner followed by more puppy antics before bed. Because food wasn't always guaranteed early on, she's still learning to trust that every meal will come -- but she shows no aggression with people. Mochi would do best in a home with people who enjoy walking, running, and hiking. Older children would be a great match for her energy and enthusiasm. After overcoming so much at such a young age, Mochi is ready for the best part of her story -- a forever home where she can continue to grow, explore, and be cherished every single day. Could that be with you? Breed: Cross Breed - will be a big dog Sex: Female Age: 6 months as of 1/25/26 Weight: 50lbs as of 1/25/26 Spayed/Neutered: Yes Heartworm: Negative Housetrained: Not yet Microchipped: Yes Location of dog currently: Connecticut Puppy Adoption Fee: $450.00 The adoption fee also includes the transport fee when applicable ATTENTION PUPPY ADOPTERS: You must attend training/behavior classes with your new dog unless you are an experienced dog owner and your adoption coordinator is comfortable with your experience. This requirement is for your benefit and your puppy's, so if you experience behavior issues, you have a point of contact. PLEASE--Think long and hard before adopting a puppy. Consider the lifestyle change this puppy will come with. He cannot be crated for more than 3-4 hours until he's older. Puppy-proofing your home will be necessary. Puppies scratch and nip, so if you have small children, can they handle this? Training will be so crucial in this puppy's life. Do you have the time? IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue. Our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary. Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary. Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.