Chocolata

My story

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, June 28th from 12-3pm unless adopted prior to the event. To be considered for adoption, pls submit an application in advance.   Adoption fee: $500 *Chocolata is an option for Foster-to-Adopt!* Meet Chocolata: A One-of-a-Kind Tripod Queen with a Heart of Gold   Chocolata may only have three legs, but don’t let that fool you— this 5 year old Pittie mix is pure power, personality, and perseverance wrapped up in a snuggly, velvety package. Rescued from the brink after being hit by a car and scheduled for euthanasia, Chocolata didn’t just survive— she thrived. She bounced around on a shattered leg with shocking resilience, and today, she's learning to live her best life as a tripod, one soft dog bed and squeaky toy at a time.   Her Day-to-Day: Chocolata starts her mornings with a long, leisurely lounge in the backyard, sunbathing, sniffing, and rolling in the grass like it’s her personal spa retreat. Around 9–10am she comes in for breakfast and curls up in a cozy chair in her foster dad’s room while he works. She’s happiest curled up near her people, and when her favorite human is around? She’s in full Velcro mode, shadowing his every step. In the evening, she gets another few hours outside before coming in for dinner and some good ol’ fashioned relaxation.   Loyal & Loving (with Opinions!) Chocolata is a true companion dog. She’ll follow you from room to room, not-so-subtly reminding you that togetherness is everything. She’s cuddly but not clingy, calm but not boring, and has a silly, playful side that shines when a squeaky chicken toy is nearby. She's a lounger by default, but she’ll happily perk up for playtime, especially with a trusted dog buddy or a game of ball.   Social Skills: She’s met both big dogs and small high-strung ones and handled herself with grace. With slow intros, she can be a great playmate. She’s been good with kids, too— polite and not overly rambunctious. Small animals like rabbits and birds? Let’s just say Chocolata thinks they’re either fun to chase or squeaky toys in disguise, so a home without pocket pets is a must.   Walks & Training: Chocolata doesn’t currently go on many walks, but in the past, she showed some leash enthusiasm—b y way of pulling toward squirrels and barking at neighborhood dogs. A home that can help her ease back into walks (or give her a big yard to explore) would be ideal. She’s housetrained, not a fan of crates (though she'll sleep in one with the door open), and is incredibly gentle with handling— whether it's pill-giving, ear cleaning, or even injections.   Special Notes: Chocolata has some allergies that flare up in certain environments, but meds like Zyrtec help keep her comfy. She may also have a mild chicken sensitivity. She’s great about taking pills from your hand and will stand calmly for meds like the brave little soldier she is.   Our Dream Home for Her: Chocolata would thrive in a home where she doesn’t have to be crated or separated from her humans. She’d love to be someone's constant companion and would do best with people who understand her need to be close to her pack. A quiet home without small animals, where she can either go on walks or safely roam a yard, would be a dream come true.   Why Chocolata? Because she’s pure heart. She’s survived more than most and still wakes up every day full of love, loyalty, and a quiet determination to be near her people. She’s a living, breathing reminder of resilience—and she’s ready to give her forever family a lifetime of cuddles, loyalty, and three-legged joy.   Adopt Chocolata. She’s not “missing” a leg—she’s just making room for more love.                    June 27, 2025, 12:07 pm

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Chocolata, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.