All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped. * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, February 21st from 12-3pm unless adopted prior to the event. To be considered for adoption, please submit an application in advance at https://www.dpsrescue.com/adopt/dog-application/. Adoption fee: $700 Lucky’s story began with heartbreak, but her future is all about good fortune. This 10–12 month old, 11 lb Poodle mix was one of the “8 in a crate” — eight small dogs abandoned together and left behind. While that chapter was anything but lucky, being rescued was the turning point that changed everything for this gentle little girl. In her foster home, Lucky is settling into a routine that suits her perfectly. She sleeps quietly in her crate at night in her foster’s bedroom, waking around 7–7:30am when her people wake up. She heads straight outside to potty, enjoys her breakfast, and then goes out again before starting her day. From there, she spends her mornings following her foster around the house or napping on the couch beside the resident dog. In the evening, she has dinner around 5:30pm, another potty break, and one last trip outside before bedtime around 10–10:30pm. When kept on a consistent schedule, she’s been doing very well with house training and continues to improve. Lucky has a quietly observant spirit. When she first arrived, she was completely shut down — too frightened to move, freezing in the yard, searching for corners to hide. With patience and time, she has started to show her true self. She’s incredibly curious and always wants to know what everyone is doing. She’ll hover nearby, checking in from a safe distance, watching the world with wide, thoughtful eyes. If you call her name, she will come — a small but meaningful act of trust that feels like striking gold. Her crate is her safe haven. She chooses to retreat there when she feels unsure, and it gives her comfort. At night, as long as someone is in the room, she rests peacefully. During the day, she prefers the freedom to go in and out of it on her own terms. She’s not destructive, has no interest in chewing or digging, and rarely barks — only occasionally chiming in to support her foster brother if he sounds the alarm. One of Lucky’s greatest blessings has been the presence of her foster’s small dog. She adores him. She follows him, naps beside him, and takes her cues from him. His calm confidence has helped her feel braver in the backyard and more secure in daily life. It’s clear that another friendly, outgoing dog will be her lucky charm in a forever home. She gains confidence from canine companionship and truly blossoms with a buddy by her side. She’s not ready for leash walks yet — the leash is still scary — but she happily joins neighborhood strolls in a dog stroller, taking in the sights from the safety of her carriage. Each day, she grows a little braver. Lucky’s future will be brightest with a patient, experienced adopter who understands that trust is built over time. She is still skittish and startles easily. She needs a calm home without young children, and a secure environment is a must. Most of all, she needs someone willing to let her move at her own pace, to celebrate the small wins, and to understand that the most meaningful bonds are sometimes the ones that take a little time to grow. Finally, Lucky will thrive with a doggy buddy in her forever home to show her the ropes. For the right person, bringing Lucky home won’t just feel like good fortune — it will feel like winning the jackpot.