Annabelle came to us after a heartbreaking start to life, having been left abandoned in a home with several other dogs. Because of her past, the world can feel incredibly big and terrifying to her right now. She is looking for a very specific, dedicated hero—someone willing to show her what love, safety, and patience truly mean.
Annabelle isn't a dog who will walk in and immediately curl up on your lap. It will take several months of quiet, routine-based living for her to adjust, decompress, and realize she is finally safe. To help her succeed, her future home must meet the following criteria:
An Adult-Only Sanctuary: Big movements, loud noises, and the unpredictability of children are too much for Annabelle. She needs a quiet, low-traffic home.
No Big Dogs: While she has lived with other dogs before, large canine companions intimidate her. A home with no other pets or a small, calm, indifferent resident dog would be best.
A Secure, Fenced Yard: Annabelle is a severe flight risk when spooked. A home with a securely fenced yard is an absolute requirement so she can safely explore the outdoors without pressure.
A Committed, Patient Adopter: Her ideal human is someone experienced with extreme fearfulness—someone content to let Annabelle set the pace for interaction, celebrating the tiny victories along the way.
Adopting a dog like Annabelle is a profound journey. You will be transitioning her from a survivor of neglect into a beloved family member. Seeing the first tail wag, the first voluntary step toward you, and the moment the fear begins to melt from her eyes is an incredibly rewarding experience.
If you have the time, the quiet space, and the unconditional patience Annabelle needs to heal, please submit an application today. Let's show her that her past does not define her future.
Annabelle is a female Cairn Terrier/Yorkie/mix who was was born approximately6-15-24 and weighs 18 lbs. She is spayed & vaccinated. Adoption fee is $350 to help offset the many expenses we have for vetting costs. We rely strictly on adoption fees and donations to continue to save the lives of orphaned & abandoned pets; 100% goes towards their care.
***If you are serious about adopting, you must first complete and submit an application on our website. Our Adoption Team will respond via email from DollysLegacyAdoptions@gmail.com once you have completed an application. If a pet is still listed, it is not yet adopted as we update daily. All information regarding adoption policies are on our website***
