Chelsea

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Chelsea's story is one of resilience, survival, and hope. Like so many stray dogs, she was abandoned and left to fend for herself. Bearing the scars of her past, including the tips of her ears lost to aggressive dogs,

Chelsea has been through more than most. She had puppies while living on the streets, but only one remained with her when a kind-hearted blonde woman found them in the cold February rain. That day marked the beginning of a new chapter.

The woman offered Chelsea and her pup, Harper (also up for adoption) shelter from the storm and promised to return. When no other puppies appeared, she brought Chelsea and her little one to a warm, safe boarding facility at a vet clinic. Soon after, another angel stepped in—Chelsea’s foster mom—who took them into her home and heart.

Since then, Chelsea has blossomed.
She’s gained weight, found comfort in human kindness, and slowly begun to trust again. It took her just a couple of days to warm up to her foster family, and now she loves being by their side. She’s cautious but not aggressive, now learning to trust other dogs after her traumatic past.
Look at her with her foster siblings:
https://youtu.be/0PZQx_nZ3Yk?si=UjLA7-gli1YJQ4Wn

She hasn’t met any children yet, so she’s unsure how she feels about them, but she’s open to learning.

Chelsea is a gentle soul who does well in her crate, loves treats, walks nicely on a leash, and has never had an accident indoors.
She is already understanding basic commands very well:
https://youtu.be/gr1wH67AX-Q?si=QatNJ__nL8yeFAVd

This gal is looking for a forever home with a patient, loving person who understands that healing takes time—but who also knows that the love Chelsea has to give is absolutely worth the wait.


Name: Chelsea ( Harper's mom)
Breed: Pit Mix
Sex: Female
Age: 2 years  (estimated)
Weight: 51.5
Spayed/Neutered:
Vaccinations: Up to date
Heartworm: Positive on recent testing. Has started pre-treatment. PAWS covers all treatment costs (at one of our partner vets)
Microchipped: Yes

BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:
Good with Children: Yes
Good with Dogs: Unknown
Good with Cats: Unknown

Adoption Fee: $550.00  (includes transport fee when applicable)

Location of dog currently:    Tennessee 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - 

Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south & New England.  

Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.

Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.