Meet Kip.
Visalia, CA · 1 year 7 months · Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat)
Seen in the current source roster. This does not confirm when the rescue last edited the profile. Confirm availability before visiting.
Listed since . Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.
First seen by Goodmorph .
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In the shelter’s words
Meet Kip! Like his brother Cody, Kip was born in our rescue after his mom was saved from heartbreaking conditions where more than 15 dogs struggled to survive. Thanks to the safety and love of his foster home, Kip has grown up knowing kindness—and now he’s ready to find a family of his own. Kip is a gentle soul with a tender heart. While his brother jumps right into new adventures, Kip takes a little more time to warm up. Loud or unfamiliar noises can make him nervous, and when that happens, his crate is his safe haven where he feels secure. With patience, reassurance, and consistency, Kip is learning that the world isn’t such a scary place after all. This sweet boy absolutely loves the comfort of his people once he feels safe. He enjoys playing with dog friends, is good with kids, and has the same curious, playful spark as his brother—just at his own pace. Kip will thrive in a calm, loving home with a family who understands that shy dogs need time and encouragement to blossom. Kip’s heart is pure gold, and when he leans in for cuddles or trots over to join the fun, you can’t help but fall in love. He may start off reserved, but with patience and love, Kip will reward his forever family with unwavering loyalty and affection. Could Kip be the perfect match for your family?
Outside the kennel
No dated field notes yet. Nothing about their life outside the kennel has been invented.
RescueGroups record ID: 21927825
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We have them fill out an adoption application and then do a meet and greet and if all is well then do a home visit and the adoption fee varies from $50-$200
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What this home needs
- Other dogs
Mentioned by the shelter
“Feed checkbox: Yes”
Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.
Shelter statement ↗ - Cats
Mentioned by the shelter
“Feed checkbox: Yes”
Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.
Shelter statement ↗ - Children
Mentioned by the shelter
“Feed checkbox: Yes”
Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.
Shelter statement ↗ - Still to ask the shelter
housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.
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Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed
Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation
This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.
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Kip
Currently listed by the shelter
Dog · 1 year 7 months · Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat) · Male
PAW Estate Rescue and Shelter Inc via RescueGroups.org
Visalia, CA
Listed since — listing date, not shelter intake.
RescueGroups record ID: 21927825
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Adoption information:
https://www.pawestaterescue.org/
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Printed reference prepared
goodmorph.com/pets/1b81ac30-818c-48d8-991f-3b219fce6d54