mama francis

Birmingham, AL

Meet mama francis

Mama Francis (KNA: Maple)

She didn’t have a name for most of her life—
just a place by the lake… litter after litter… surviving the only way she knew how.

A kind stranger had been feeding her and discovered she had puppies under an old house. Once they started moving around, he was able to rescue the puppies, and Mama Francis willingly came along. Later, we were also able to bring in her older daughter, Ginny.

Neither of them had ever really been touched by humans before… and yet, they were gentle. Submissive. Sweet in a way that just breaks your heart.

Now Mama is safe. And for the first time, she’s learning what it means to just be a dog. She no longer has to worry about caring for litter after litter—she’s simply looking for a patient, low-key person or family to give her all the love she’s missed for so many years.

This 5–6-year-old lady is about 45 pounds of quiet love. She isn’t a flight risk, but she’s still figuring out the world and prefers to find a quiet place when things feel overwhelming. Leashes are new. Trust is something she builds day by day.

She’s been in a dedicated foster home, learning all the good things—living peacefully with other dogs, cats, kids, and even chickens. She doesn’t ask for much. Honestly, she doesn’t know how to.

She has been undergoing slow-kill heartworm treatment, and we would love for her to stay local to Alabama so she can continue receiving full support as she adjusts. Everyone at Dixie Girl cares deeply for her and will continue providing her medical care through the end of her treatment.

Her babies—Maybelline, L’Oréal, and MAC—have all found their happy ever after. Now it’s Mama’s turn.

She’s just waiting for someone to choose her and give her the life she’s never had.

If you’ve got a soft spot for the overlooked ones… Mama Francis is waiting. 🐾

If interested in adopting one of our available pets, please fill out an application at https://www.cognitoforms.com/DixieGirl1/PetAdoptionApplicationForm2

Most of our are pets are fostered in Southern foster homes and are posted for adoption once they are completely vetted and ready to travel. Our pets are adoptable in Alabama and New England States. Our adoption fee includes transport fee, spay/neuter, current vaccinations, deworming, heart worm test for animals over 7 months old, all necessary vetting and an interstate health certificate. Once an application is received, our team is happy to answer all of your questions and send additional pictures and videos. Thank you for thinking rescue!

More About mama francis


HEALTH:

Vaccinations up to date. Spayed/Neutered.


CHARACTERISTICS:

Med. 26-60 Lbs (12-27 Kg)

Good with Dogs: Yes

Good with Kids: Yes

Good with Cats: Yes

mama francis's Details
BREED: Mixed Breed (Medium)
SEX: Female
AGE: Adult
COAT COLOR: White - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
SIZE: Med. 26-60 Lbs (12-27 Kg)
Express Your Interest in Adopting mama francis
0/180
Powered By:
Adopt a Pet Logo
By submitting your email address and clicking SEND MESSAGE, you provide express consent for Dog Academy and its partners to email you about our products, services, and promotions. You also agree to our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Other Dogs For Adoption

Rocky Adopt Me
rocky

Vestavia Hills, AL

Breed: American Pit Bull Terrier / Labrador Retriever

Sex: Male

Age: adult

Nyla Adopt Me
nyla

Hoover, AL

Breed: American Pit Bull Terrier

Sex: Female

Age: adult

Calling him Chappo Adopt Me
calling him chappo

Hoover, AL

Breed: Labrador Retriever / Dachshund

Sex: Male

Age: young

Sabbath Adopt Me
sabbath

Vestavia, AL

Breed: German Spitz

Sex: Male

Age: adult

Mumford Adopt Me
mumford

Vestavia, AL

Breed: Black Mouth Cur

Sex: Male

Age: senior

Benji Adopt Me
benji

Hoover, AL

Breed: Mutt

Sex: Male

Age: adult

Nova Adopt Me
nova

Hoover, AL

Breed: American Pit Bull Terrier

Sex: Female

Age: young

Emma Adopt Me
emma

Birmingham, AL

Breed: Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Sex: Female

Age: adult

Marla Adopt Me
marla

Birmingham, AL

Breed: Pomeranian

Sex: Female

Age: adult


Breed Adoption Guides

No breed adoption guides available at this time.


Check out our other adoption guides