Aviva is a stunning, two-year-old Dachshund/Pointer mix weighing a perfect 22 lbs. She carries herself with a grace that completely defies her difficult beginnings. Rescued from a heartbreaking hoarding situation in Southeast Louisiana, where 36 dogs were found living in a cramped RV, Aviva has proven that her past does not define her. We chose the name Aviva because it means "Spring" or "Springtime," symbolizing renewal and the blossoming of a new life after a long, dark winter. True to her name, her new life blossomed almost immediately-though her journey wasn't without its heartbreak. Aviva arrived into rescue heavily pregnant and gave birth to seven puppies just three days later. Because of the severe lack of nutrition and care in her past, her body was completely depleted. Tragically, three of her babies died due to failure to thrive. Despite her own physical exhaustion and heartbreak, Aviva poured every ounce of strength she had left into her remaining four puppies, proving to be an incredibly attentive, patient, and devoted mother in the safety of her foster home. But today, Momma's duties are officially complete! Her surviving puppies are completely weaned, and Aviva is finally free to focus entirely on herself. She is scheduled to be spayed very soon, ensuring she will never have to endure the physical toll of another litter. Aviva is officially retiring from motherhood and is ready to transition into what she was always meant to be: a cherished, pampered family pet. Despite the trauma of her past and the loss of her puppies, Aviva remains an absolute sweetheart. She has every reason to be wary, yet she chooses nothing but love. She absolutely craves human companionship and will happily soak up all the belly rubs, kisses, and cuddles you can give. Her sweet, gentle disposition shines through in everything she does. She loves deeply. She is heartworm negative, her puppies are weaned, and she will be fully vetted and spayed prior to heading to her new home. Aviva spent the first part of her life surviving, and the second part fighting for her babies. Now, it's her turn to be babied, spoiled, and protected. If you are ready to show this resilient, loving girl what it feels like to be a treasured family member, Aviva is ready to bloom right into your heart! PLEASE READ BELOW: If you are interested in meeting and/or adopting, the first step is to complete an application and read all of our FAQs: https://www.takepawsrescue.org/adopt Please note: Information to determine if you might be a match for one of our animals can only be found on our application. *An inquiry, questions or introduction through Petfinder is NOT an application* All known details about our animals are posted on their profile and updated daily. Other info will be discussed in detail with the foster during the application review process. Due to the high volume of introductions/questions received we ask you to submit an application (that application can be used for any dog with Take Paws Rescue). The adoption fee for adult dogs covers age appropriate vaccinations, microchip, spay/neuter if not yet performed, heartworm test & appropriate heartworm treatment by the rescue's vet. All dogs in our care are also kept up-to-date on HW/Flea Prevention. For more on this, or for additional information, including the adoption process and our adoption fee scale for all our adoptable pets (including an explanation about Benefactor Dogs), please see our FAQs page: https://www.takepawsrescue.org/faq Any breed labels used by Take Paws Rescue, its employees/volunteers, or on vet records provided cannot be guaranteed. Breed labels are given based on information obtained during intake and/or best guesses based on appearance and/or temperament of the dogs and Take Paws Rescue gives no assurance to the accuracy of these labels. Labels are necessary for postings to many animal networking sites, such as our website, Chewy, Pet Finder, and others. These are in no way a guarantee. Additionally, exact age and potential size cannot be guaranteed. ***Take Paws Rescue, based in New Orleans, saves dogs from high-kill shelters across the South, owner surrenders, and discarded dogs with uncertain futures. All of our animals live in foster homes where they are socialized and well cared for. An application will be required to make sure it's the perfect match!