Critter Details

Meet Lentil Female DOB: November 29, 2025 Weight: 17 pounds currently (medium) Breed: Terrier Mix Spayed (Fixed): Yes Vaccines: Up to Date Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Personality, Breed Info & Expectations Lentil is a sweet, affectionate young dog with a loving personality and a gentle spirit. She enjoys being around people and thrives on companionship, attention, and being included in daily family life. With her friendly nature and happy attitude, she quickly wins over everyone she meets. Lentil is at a wonderful age where she has moved beyond the very young puppy stage but still has all the curiosity, playfulness, and excitement that make young dogs so much fun. She enjoys exploring, spending time with her people, and learning about the world around her. As a Terrier Mix, Lentil is likely to be intelligent, adaptable, and eager to engage with her family. Terrier-type dogs are known for their loyalty, bright personalities, and strong bonds with their humans. With continued guidance and positive experiences, Lentil will continue developing into a confident and devoted companion. Lentil would thrive in a home prepared for: Daily companionship and interaction Continued positive reinforcement training Regular exercise and enrichment Structure, consistency, and routine Opportunities for socialization and learning A lifelong commitment to her emotional and physical well-being She is looking for a family that will provide love, stability, and the opportunity to continue growing into the amazing dog she is becoming. Training, Adjustment & What to Expect Like many rescue dogs, Lentil may need time to adjust to a new home, routine, and environment. Even social and friendly dogs benefit from patience and consistency during transition. Most rescue dogs arrive with basic life experience but will still need guidance as they settle into a new household. Adopters should be prepared to continue training, reinforce household expectations, and provide support as Lentil learns her new routine. Lentil will benefit from: Positive reinforcement training Daily structure and routine Continued socialization and exposure Patience and consistency Mental stimulation and enrichment Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule: 3 days to decompress 3 weeks to learn routine 3 months to fully feel at home With patience, love, and guidance, Lentil will blossom into a wonderful lifelong companion. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care Owning a dog is a lifelong commitment that includes training, exercise, companionship, and routine veterinary care. Lentil will need: Daily walks and interaction Routine veterinary care and wellness exams Preventative care including flea, tick, and parasite prevention Proper nutrition and weight management Mental stimulation and enrichment A safe, stable indoor living environment Consistent veterinary care, emotional support, and daily companionship are essential to helping Lentil thrive throughout her life. Lentil is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting this wonderful dog, please complete an adoption application by visiting: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle. You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve. We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved. Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest. We can’t wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend.