If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment to visit with this animal, please email us at info@animalhope.org or call 817‐984‐1129 between 12 pm and 6 pm. Starfire is a 4‐year‐old Rat Terrier/Chihuahua mix weighing about 8 pounds, and she's a bright, resilient little dog with a gentle spirit. We took her in from a city animal control after she was brought in having trouble with her back legs. After diagnostics, it was determined she had a small spinal fracture. With a few weeks of treatment and careful monitoring, she has healed beautifully and is now ready for a loving home. Starfire will always have some limitations with her back end, but with the right family and a calm environment, she will truly thrive as a devoted companion. She even attended our pet therapy event with a local mental health hospital and did wonderfully with everyone she met -- adults and kids alike. She has done well around other dogs, but we keep her interactions limited to smaller, calmer ones to avoid any risk of reinjury. For her safety, she should avoid large dogs, hyperactive dogs, or young children who may not understand boundaries. This is not due to aggression -- simply to protect her from any potential risk of reinjury. She has been cleared as healthy by our veterinary team. Her adoption fee is $300. Because we don't observe our animals in home settings, we aren't able to guarantee whether she is housebroken. Upon intake, every animal receives: Spay/neuter surgery Microchip All age‐appropriate vaccinations Blood and fecal testing (with treatment if needed) Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention A complimentary wellness exam 7-10 days after adoption Please note adopters must be at least 21 years old and live within an hour of our facility. If you'd like to meet Starfire, we'd be happy to help. She's a loving, brave little dog who's ready for a safe, patient home where she can shine. 🐾✨