When Jodi, a spirited Chihuahua mix puppy, arrived at the Valley Animal Center (VAC), the staff had high hopes for his future. With his charming personality and playful energy, they believed it wouldn’t take long for him to find a loving family. Shortly after, a family stepped forward, eager to welcome Jodi into their home. The staff watched him leave with optimism, imagining the joyful life ahead of him. However, their excitement was short-lived when Jodi was returned weeks later because his new family found him to be “too hyperactive.”
Heartbroken but determined, the staff embraced Jodi back into the shelter and renewed their efforts to find him a home. Before long, another family expressed interest in adopting the lively pup. Once again, Jodi left the shelter, his tail wagging as he set off on what everyone hoped would be his happily-ever-after. But weeks later, the family returned Jodi, claiming he didn’t get along with their children. Confused and dejected, Jodi found himself back at VAC.
“It’s not his fault!” the shelter wrote on Facebook, emphasizing Jodi’s sweet nature. “He just needs a family who can guide him with a little training.” Despite his setbacks, Jodi’s spirit remained resilient. The team was confident the perfect match for him was out there, and soon another family arrived to give Jodi his third chance at love. Unfortunately, this too ended in disappointment when the family had to move and couldn’t take him along.
After returning to the shelter for the third time, Jodi’s journey became even more challenging. Over the months that followed, two more families adopted him, only for him to be brought back again due to various circumstances, including another move and lack of time to care for him.
The VAC team worked tirelessly to find Jodi a permanent home, refusing to give up on the determined pup. Despite his turbulent journey, Jodi’s affectionate and playful personality continues to shine. The staff remains hopeful that a patient and understanding family will eventually recognize Jodi’s potential and give him the stability he deserves. Until that day, Jodi will wait at VAC, surrounded by people who care for him deeply.
“Could you be the one to give him the love he deserves?” the shelter asked, holding on to hope that Jodi’s forever family is out there, ready to make his dreams come true. If you’d like to learn more about Jodi and check on his availability, please call Valley Animal Center at (559) 233-8690. You can also fill out an adoption application by visiting this page. This dog deserves stability and love.
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