basil in texarkana tx

Basil is a female tricolor chihuahua/rat terrier or similar mix. We estimate her to be 2 years old and she weighs 7-8 lbs. Basil is spayed, vaccinated and heartworm negative. She is ready for adoption.

Basil was surrendered to a Louisiana shelter along with several other dogs 2/12/2026. Basil remains the most skittish and nervous of the group. She is sweet because she has been pushed to her limits of being scared and will not bite if approached carefully, but Basil will need time patience and safe containment while she learns to trust someone in a new home. Basil is a precious little girl with beautiful facial expressions and a happy way about her once she relaxes. She gets along well with her sister Sage and they could be adopted together if someone is looking for a pair, but we also think they can thrive separately given the right opportunity. Basil is dog and cat friendly. She is also potty and kennel trained.

Adoption fee is $250. Must apply: Application for adoption is located at http://fs19.formsite.com/JeffTarpleyRescue/application/index.html

Jeff Tarpley Rescue
903-490-2959

We require all potential adopters to submit an application. We only accept applications for a specific dog you are interested in adopting. We do not keep waiting lists or files of general applications for dogs we might get later. The online application can be found at this location:
http://fs19.formsite.com/JeffTarpleyRescue/application/index.html

A completed adoption application and, upon approval, an adoption contract is required. Jeff Tarpley Rescue welcomes applications from homeowners, renters, and condo or apartment dwellers. At a minimum, a phone interview will be conducted and a vet reference checked before the applicant may meet their preferred pet.

We adopt primarily in the 4 states of the ArkLaTexOma. Applicants willing to travel to Texarkana will also be considered with additional requirements to qualify as approved.