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Off-leash freedom, with a safety net
The trainer-recommended first step for new rescues — practice recall safely at 15 to 100 ft. Free clicker included.
Penny
2 years • Chihuahua
Listing confirmed July 16, 2026
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Adoption Information
All adoption applications are handled directly by Ruff Start Animal Rescue. Contact them to arrange a meet-and-greet and start the adoption process.
LocalPetFinder RecommendedOff-leash freedom, with a safety net
The trainer-recommended first step for new rescues — practice recall safely at 15 to 100 ft. Free clicker included.
About Penny
Location: Olds, AB // Age: Approx 2 years // Sex: Spayed female // Energy level: Medium // Dogs: Yes, confident dogs // Cats: Yes, dog savvy cats // Kids: No // 🐾 Meet Penny – Tiny, Sensitive, and Deeply Devoted 🌶️ Penny isn’t your typical dog — and she’s not trying to be. She’s a one-of-a-kind, deeply sensitive little soul who is looking for something very specific: not just a home, but her person. This tiny chihuahua has a big personality, strong opinions, and an even bigger capacity for love — but that love is earned, not given freely. Penny is what we lovingly call a “relationship…
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Getting ready for Penny?
A few things we'd have ready before bringing Penny home, matched to their size and age.
Decompression Crate
A safe den for the first three days — sized to feel secure, not empty.
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Fetch Ball & Launcher
Throws a ball far enough to actually tire out a retrieving dog, hands-free.
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Traffic-Handle Walking Leash
A second handle near the clip lets you pull a strong dog in close, fast.
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Martingale No-Slip Collar
A no-slip collar a dog can't back out of, so a bolter stays safely on the leash.
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