Meet Jabari
Fun-Loving, Happy, and Full of Personality—Jabari Is Ready for Her Forever Home ❤️
Breed: Border Terrier Mix
Gender: Female | DOB: 02/18/2024 | Weight/Size: 15 lbs (Small)
Good With: Dogs ✔️ | Kids ✔️ | Cats: Unknown
Personality: Fun-Loving | ❤️ Affectionate | Friendly | ☀️ Happy
Medical: Spay Status: Not Provided | Vaccination Status: Not Provided | Microchip Status: Not Provided
Location: Los Angeles, California
Transportation: Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe transportation for approved adopters throughout the United States.
❤️ Personality, Breed Information & Jabari's Story
Jabari is a little dog with a big love for life.
At two and a half years old, this fun-loving girl has the perfect combination of youthful energy and adult maturity. She enjoys playing, exploring, spending time with people, and finding ways to make everyday life a little more entertaining.
At only 15 pounds, Jabari is small enough to fit comfortably into many different lifestyles, but don't mistake her size for a lack of personality. She's an engaging little companion who would love having people to share her days with.
Jabari has a cheerful, friendly nature and enjoys affection just as much as she enjoys having fun. She would make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a smaller dog who still wants to get out, take walks, play, and be involved in family activities.
As a Border Terrier Mix, Jabari may share many of the qualities that make Terriers such entertaining companions. Border Terriers are known for being intelligent, affectionate, curious, and energetic. They tend to enjoy exploring and benefit from having appropriate outlets for their natural curiosity.
Jabari would thrive with a family that provides:
Plenty of love and companionship
Daily walks and regular exercise
Interactive toys and playtime
Positive reinforcement training
Mental enrichment and games
Continued socialization
Consistent household routines
Plenty of opportunities to participate in family life
A safe indoor home where she's treated as part of the family
A lifelong commitment
Jabari doesn't need an extraordinary life to be happy. Give her people to love, places to explore, toys to play with, and a home where she belongs, and she'll bring plenty of happiness of her own.
Training, Adjustment & What to Expect
At two and a half years old, Jabari is past the puppy stage, but adult dogs still benefit tremendously from continued training and clear, consistent routines.
Her future family should be prepared to continue working on any household manners, leash skills, basic commands, or other training she may need as she adjusts to her new environment.
Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule:
3 Days to decompress and begin feeling safe
3 Weeks to understand her new household routine
3 Months to settle in, build trust, and truly feel at home
Terrier mixes can be bright and curious, so Jabari will appreciate activities that exercise her mind as well as her body. Sniffing walks, puzzle toys, training games, and interactive play can all help keep her happy and engaged.
Positive reinforcement, patience, and consistency will help Jabari understand what's expected of her while building a strong relationship with her new family.
Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care
Adopting Jabari means committing to her care throughout the rest of her life.
Her future family should provide:
Routine veterinary wellness examinations
Vaccinations and boosters as recommended by a veterinarian
Spaying if not already completed
Flea, tick, heartworm, and parasite prevention
Routine dental care
A nutritious, balanced diet
Healthy weight management
Daily physical exercise
Mental stimulation and enrichment
Continued positive reinforcement training
Veterinary treatment whenever illness or injury occurs
A safe, comfortable indoor home
At only two and a half years old, Jabari has many wonderful years ahead of her. Consistent preventative care, good nutrition, regular exercise, and lots of companionship will help keep her healthy and happy.
Adoption Information
If you are interested in adopting Jabari, please complete an adoption application at:
Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to giving deserving dogs the opportunity to find safe, loving, permanent homes.
Although we are based in Los Angeles, California, we proudly coordinate safe and reliable transportation for approved adopters throughout the United States.
Jabari may only be 15 pounds, but she brings plenty of personality with her. She's fun-loving, happy, and ready for walks, playtime, adventures, and cozy moments with the people she loves. Now she just needs a forever family to share it all with. ❤️
