Tiny Dog Escaped a Hoarding Nightmare That Should Have Broken Her, but She Chose Love Instead

A small pup named Iris is looking for a permanent family in Los Angeles after surviving a tough hoarding situation. In an Instagram video shared by @foster4them and @dogswithoutborders, the tiny dog is introduced as a four-year-old terrier mix weighing 9 pounds. The post shows Iris learning home life, enjoying grass, cuddling indoors, and asking for a gentle adopter who will let her build trust slowly.

Tiny dog is looking for a forever home after escaping nightmare hoarding situation

The video begins by introducing Iris and her past. The on-screen text says, “This is Iris,” before adding that she is 4 years old. Another caption says she “came from a hoarding situation.” However, the post notes that Iris has not let that past limit her ability to love.

Iris is described as loving, wiggly, cuddly, and a quick learner. The reel also lists her as someone who “loves to cuddle,” is “potty trained,” and learns fast. Her rescuers said she goes potty outside or on potty pads indoors. She also eats her meals happily at breakfast and dinner.

The escape from that environment now leads to a different kind of search. Iris needs a patient human who will not rush her. The post says she can get nervous when approached too quickly, so she needs someone gentle. Once she feels safe, she gives zoomies, cuddles, playtime, kisses, and a wagging curly tail.

Her current foster mom also shared that Iris is “such a sweet girl.” She added that Iris may need time to trust, but “once you’ve earned it, she’ll steal your heart.” The post says Iris would do best with another dog, which matches the final on-screen note showing her curled up beside a canine friend. Viewers responded with affection and hope for her adoption. One person wrote, “What a doll.” Another commented, “Praying this cutie finds a loving and permanent home asap.” A third added, “Such a sweet angel.”

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