Sweet Chihuahua Puppy Returned to Shelter for 5th Time Wonders Why Nobody Sees His Worth

At only 11 months old, Jodi — a Chihuahua Mix currently at the Valley Animal Center in Fresno, CA  — has experienced a rollercoaster of disappointments that no dog his age deserves.

Sweet Jodi has been adopted five times by different owners but ended up being returned to the shelter on all five occasions. Jodi’s heart-wrenching adoption history just doesn’t make sense to staff at the shelter because they know how incredible he is. It’s not Jodi’s fault that he’s back in the shelter for the fifth time now; his last owner, just like the other previous ones, didn’t understand him enough.  

@valleyanimalcenter Help Jodi find a home! Returned 5 times 💔 Jodi's journey has been tough—too active, didn’t do well with kids, owners moved, no time, moved again. Through it all, he’s still searching for his forever home. #shelterdogs #dogrescue #animalrescue #animalshelter #adoptdontshop #adoptme #trending #dogsoftiktok #dogtok #trend #blowthisup #fyppppppppppppp #fypage #fy #fypシ゚viral🖤tiktok☆♡ #fypシ゚viral #fypシ゚viral🖤video #fyp #shelterdog ♬ Overcome – Skott

Perfect But Unlucky

Each of Jodi’s five previous owners gave a reason why they no longer wanted to have this lovely pup under their roof. The first owner found Jodi too active for their liking, the second one didn’t like that Jodi wasn’t great with kids, the third owner shared that they were moving and couldn’t bring Jodi along, the fourth one was too busy to have time for Jodi, and the last owner also wanted to move without Jodi.  

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Back in his kennel, Jodi’s big, soulful eyes tell the story of a dog who just wants to catch a permanent break from the disappointments that life has been consistently throwing at him. Despite his heartbreaking situation, Jodi has found a way to keep his tail wagging with each setback. While his personality may not have been the perfect match for his previous owners, there’s no doubt that it’s exactly what another family out there is looking for. Could that be you? 

Search for Jodi’s Suitable Home Continues

Jodi is the sweetest boy longing to be scooped up into the arms of a loving family that will adore and appreciate him for who he is. Just so you know, the depth of his love is as boundless as his energy.

Jodi’s lively personality will make you conclude that some dogs, too, can be the life of the party. His ideal home is a no-brainer: an active household that can keep up with his energetic self. Jodi is hands down the perfect companion for walks and outdoor adventures, but he’d really appreciate having a spacious backyard where he can have his own fun as he burns off some energy.

He is so full of life, and it’s a pity that he doesn’t have anyone to share these positive vibes with. If you would love to offer Jodi home the forever home he craves, please visit the Valley Animal Center’s website for details on his adoption. 


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