Heidi

My story

Meet Heidi - The Tiny CEO Nobody Asked For Heidi is a 3-year-old French Bulldog weighing in at a perfect 23 pounds of pure management material. If there is a committee meeting happening in the yard, Heidi has already appointed herself president, vice president, and head of security. She has a very strong opinion on how the pack should function and spends much of her day making sure everyone is following her completely made-up rules. When the other dogs start chasing the giant ball around the yard, Heidi immediately springs into action. Not because she wants the ball—she has absolutely no interest in the ball—but because someone needs to supervise the situation. She’ll happily chase everyone else away from it while never touching it herself. Typical Frenchie logic. A Soft Heart Behind the Bossy Attitude While Heidi likes to act tough, she’s actually a sensitive girl who takes her time adjusting to new people, environments, and routines. You’ll often find her tucked underneath a table, hiding under a chair, or relaxing in her crate where she feels safe and secure. She isn’t the type to rush into new situations and prefers to observe before deciding if something is worth her attention. Because of this, Heidi needs a family that understands decompression and is willing to give her space while she settles in. Once she feels comfortable, her personality starts to shine. Pack Management Specialist Heidi absolutely loves being around other dogs, but introductions need to happen slowly and thoughtfully. She likes having canine friends around and enjoys being part of a pack, but she also believes she should hold a very important leadership position within that group. She can be bossy, pushy, and very much has that classic French Bulldog “I’m in charge here” mentality. She does resource guard her food and toys, so management and structure are important. A home that understands dog behavior and can provide appropriate boundaries will help Heidi continue to succeed. Water Enthusiast (From a Safe Distance) One of Heidi’s favorite activities is supervising pool time. She loves watching the other dogs swim and thinks it’s a fantastic spectator sport. She’ll occasionally join in if encouraged, but don’t expect her to cannonball into the pool on her own. The hose, however, is a completely different story. If you are attached to your garden hose, we strongly recommend putting it away. Heidi is absolutely obsessed with it and believes any water coming from a hose exists solely for her entertainment. Her Story Before coming to Freedom Frenchie Rescue, Heidi was rescued from a Craigslist situation. A woman reached out because she wanted Heidi out of the life she had been living—a life that largely revolved around breeding and spending far too much time confined to a crate. Today, Heidi is learning what it means to simply be a dog. To have freedom, choices, friends, toys, and a family that loves her for who she is rather than what she can provide. Heidi’s Perfect Home Heidi is looking for a patient family that understands she may need a little extra time to settle in. She would do best with slow introductions, clear boundaries, and people who appreciate a dog with a big personality and an even bigger sense of authority. If you’ve ever wanted a tiny blonde camp counselor, neighborhood watch captain, and self-appointed pack manager all rolled into one adorable French Bulldog, Heidi may just be your girl. Heidi is spay, vaccinated and microchipped, she is being fostered in Scottsdale, AZ. Her adoption donation fee is $1150.00, you can apply for her at freedomfrenchierescue.org

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