Frankie
Terrier Mix
About Frankie
Frankie: Looking for a Little Peace & Quiet
Frankie's journey to us is a bit of a mystery. He came all the way from the U.S.-Mexico border after being abandoned and then spending some time in a foster home down south. We don't know exactly where he came from or what happened to him before that, but we do know he arrived with some pretty significant trauma to his nose. How it happened? Your guess is as good as ours.
What we do know is that Frankie is a really good boy who enjoys the simple things: going for walks, spending time in the yard, and hanging out quietly alongside a friendly human. He's well-mannered and genuinely seems to appreciate having a calm, reassuring person around.
There is one important thing his future people need to understand: Frankie is uncomfortable having his nose handled, and that discomfort can be especially pronounced when someone is wearing medical scrubs. Because of his history, he needs people who will respect his boundaries and never force interaction with his face.
For that reason, Frankie is looking for a quieter home without children or other dogs. He isn't looking for a busy household full of activity and expectations. He's looking for patience, comfort, predictability, and someone willing to let him decompress and learn that life can be safe.
Frankie may not be the dog who immediately runs up and asks everyone to be his best friend. But if you're the kind of person who understands that trust is earned-and that sometimes the most meaningful relationships are the ones built slowly-Frankie might be exactly the dog you've been waiting for.
He's been through enough. Now he deserves a soft place to land. ❤️
If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website www.savehomelessanimals.org. SAVE is operating by appointment-only for approved adopters.
For more information please call SAVE at 609-309-5214.
Good with
Spayed / Neutered
Adoption Process
- Submit online application
- SAVE will contact you with any questions
- Schedule 'meet and greet' appointment
- Welcome home! 🎉
⏱ Avg. 2–3 days depending on adopter availability.