Critter Details

Meet Nala Female DOB: September 27, 2025 Weight: 16 lbs current (small medium) Breed: Jack Russell Terrier Mix Spayed (Fixed): Pending Vaccinated (1 DHPP/Sextuple vaccine + Rabies vaccine current) Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Personality, Breed Info & Expectations Nala is a sweet young girl with playful Terrier energy and a loving personality. At only 8 months old, she is still very much a puppy — curious, active, affectionate, and eager to continue learning about the world around her. She enjoys companionship, interaction, and staying close to her people while also carrying the fun-loving spirit typical of Jack Russell mixes. Nala is at a wonderful age where her personality is blossoming, and she is learning more every day through play, routine, and positive experiences. As a Jack Russell Terrier mix, Nala may show traits such as: Intelligence and curiosity Playful and energetic personality Strong emotional bonds with her people Alertness and engagement A need for activity and mental stimulation Jack Russell Terrier mixes are often highly entertaining, affectionate companions, but they also require structure, consistency, exercise, and continued training to help them mature into balanced adult dogs. Nala would thrive in a home prepared for: Daily walks and exercise Ongoing puppy training and supervision Positive socialization and engagement Mental stimulation and enrichment Structure, consistency, and routine A lifelong commitment to her emotional and physical well-being Young dogs require significant time, patience, training, supervision, and financial commitment as they continue growing and developing. Training, Adjustment & What to Expect Many rescue puppies and young dogs come from uncertain beginnings and may not have had structure, socialization, or training before arriving at rescue. Even at 8 months old, Nala is still learning and developing emotionally and socially. Young dogs are not automatically trained simply because they are older puppies. The rescue environment itself also does not always allow for extensive one-on-one training. While we work hard to provide safety, structure, and socialization, adopters should expect to continue training and guidance after adoption. Adopting a young dog means being prepared for: Potty training reinforcement and accidents Teething and chewing behaviors Leash training and obedience work Jumping and playful puppy behavior Continued socialization and confidence-building Daily exercise, structure, and supervision Routine veterinary care and vaccine boosters Financial commitment throughout the dog’s lifetime Nala will benefit from: Positive reinforcement training Daily structure and routine Continued socialization and exposure Exercise and mental stimulation Patience, consistency, and supervision Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule: 3 days to decompress 3 weeks to learn your routine 3 months to fully feel at home With patience, guidance, and commitment, dogs like Nala blossom into deeply loyal lifelong companions. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care Owning a dog is a lifelong commitment that includes training, daily exercise, companionship, routine veterinary care, financial responsibility, and emotional commitment throughout every stage of life. Nala will need: Daily walks, exercise, and interaction Continued training and guidance Routine veterinary visits and future vaccine boosters Preventative care including flea, tick, and heartworm prevention Proper nutrition and weight management Mental stimulation and enrichment A safe, stable, indoor living environment Because Nala is still a young dog, consistency and structure are especially important in helping her mature into a confident and well-balanced adult dog. Nala 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.