Tina Tweetie is the kind of dog who reminds you just how much tenderness can live inside one little soul. She’s sweet, gentle, and quietly trying to be brave, even when the world still feels a little bigger than she’s ready for. She may not immediately run into your arms, but give her patience, a peaceful home, and a kind canine friend beside her, and you’ll begin to see the playful, curious little dog waiting underneath all that shyness. Watch her video and fall in love with her gentle little soul: Tina is approximately 2 years old, weighs around 17 pounds, and is believed to be a Terrier mix. As always with animal rescue, breed and age are our best guesses, and we can never guarantee either. Tina is very sweet, but she is also shy and needs time to feel comfortable before showing you more of herself. She isn’t the kind of dog who will immediately climb into a stranger’s lap or demand everyone’s attention. She watches, takes everything in, and opens up when she feels safe. With Tina, trust will be built through patience, consistency, and all those quiet moments that may seem small to everyone else but mean everything to her. Right now, Tina is more of a dog’s dog than a people’s dog, and being around other dogs helps her feel comfortable and connected. She is currently fostered with one large dog and one teeny-tiny Miniature Pinscher mix, and she genuinely enjoys their company. She loves playing chase and would be very happy with an easygoing canine friend who is gentle but still willing to play. She isn’t looking for anything overly rowdy or rambunctious, just a kind companion who can run around with her without turning every interaction into a wrestling match. She also met our house cat Biggie and met him appropriately and was very respectful around him. She did not chase Biggie, nor was she bothered by Biggie jumping or doing what cats do. Biggie also felt comfortable around her as well. We do not know if she has ever lived in a home before with a cat and this was our first time seeing her with a cat. If you have a cat in the home, we can arrange for her to have a sleepover with a cat upon request. Just let us know! Some of Tina’s happiest moments happen outside. She loves running around, exploring the yard, and keeping her foster company while she gardens. She’ll happily wander through the plants, investigate every interesting scent, and enjoy the freedom of having a safe outdoor space where she can relax and be herself. There is something so endearing about watching this shy little dog come alive outside, especially when another dog is nearby to share the adventure. Inside the home, Tina is wonderfully easy to have around. Her foster says she has great house manners, and she is crate trained and very comfortable in her crate. It gives her a safe, familiar place where she can relax without feeling pressured. She also loves treats and enjoys playing with toys, both of which will be wonderful tools for helping her build confidence and form a bond with her future family. Tina’s softness is what makes her so special. She doesn’t need someone who expects an instant connection or measures love by how quickly a dog asks for affection. She needs someone who understands that shy dogs have their own way of saying, “I’m starting to trust you.” It may begin with her choosing to stay nearby, following you into the yard, relaxing while you move around the house, or looking to you when she needs reassurance. Eventually, those little moments begin adding up to something incredibly meaningful. A calm home with patient people and a friendly, gentle dog would give Tina the time and reassurance she needs to continue opening up. She may never be the dog who wants to greet every person she meets, but she doesn’t have to be. Tina is sweet, gentle, playful in her own quiet way, and ready to build a life with someone who will love her exactly where she is while giving her the space to become everything she is capable of being. If you believe the most rewarding relationships are the ones built slowly through trust, patience, and a hundred quiet moments of choosing one another, Tina may be the gentle little soul meant for you. We are willing to test Tina Tweetie with anything you need in order to ensure it's a perfect match. We can make anything happen! Just let us know. Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? Apply today! Questions? Email kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travels safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations, in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for for Canadian adopters). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page! Before the adoption is finalized, you will meet your pet through a video call, creating a fun and personalized experience! The adoption fee is $1600 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship! We proudly have over 17,000 successful adoptions and excellent Google Reviews: https://g.co/kgs/UQ5Pyai We care deeply about creating lasting matches between dog and family for long term success, and take the time to ensure each adoption is a fit through our matchmaking process. At our 2 acre Texas based property, we assess every animal with trainers on staff, we modify behavior as needed, and create individualized behavior plans to help prepare dogs for their future families including crate training, potty training, leash walking, etc. Our fosters are able to attend group training and socialization play groups helping them stay confident, well rounded, and adoption-ready. Our on-site trainers are dedicated to each dog’s growth and we enjoy seeing their progress! We go above and beyond to ensure every animal receives exceptional care. Veterinarians consistently praise our medical standards. From routine care to advanced treatments, each dog receives personalized attention. Hard costs for a healthy dog range from $804-$920; heartworm-positive dogs or those needing specialized care can exceed $2,000+. Adoption fees help cover a portion of these expenses, but without government funding, we rely on fundraising to bridge the gap—ranging from $100–$1,000+ per dog. Our adoption fees reflect the extensive care and resources that go into each animal we save. The adoption fee is a donation to the mission and goes far beyond getting a fully vetted pet. It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these SPECIAL PERKS: Extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers on our staff to ensure the perfect fit for your family Discounts on Embark DNA test kit- $30 off of Breed ID test or $50 off of Breed ID plus Health test 30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion A free private online dog training session with GoodPup, plus low pricing for future sessions Access to multiple dog trainers in your area, along with $40 off of your first session of in person dog training through Rover Training 70% off of your first order of Fetch, a delicious PNW based fresh dog meatballs subscription Coupons for a fun visit to Petco 20% off of Dr. Cuddles pet first aid and hygiene solutions Discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share...