20/06/2026
Please welcome Taco and Penelope to Hazel's House Rescue.
Their story is one that we hear far too often. Their mom is moving into a one bedroom home with another person and was faced with an incredibly difficult decision. She could only take her two senior dogs, which meant she needed to find a safe place for Taco and Penelope.
For Taco, this is unfortunately another chapter in a journey that has already included a lot of change. He was adopted from a local rescue about a year ago and, before that, appears to have come from another state after being surrendered or found as a stray. Now he finds himself starting over once again. Alongside him is Penelope, his 3 month old puppy.
When they arrived, they were understandably scared, confused, and heartbroken as they watched their mom walk out the door. Everything they knew had suddenly changed. They spent their first hours shut down and unsure of what was happening.
Slowly, they began to trust. First they made friends with me, then with their foster. Every small tail wag, every curious glance, and every moment of courage is a reminder that healing takes time.
Right now, Taco and Penelope don't need anything except patience, consistency, and love. They need the chance to decompress, learn that they are safe, and understand that they won't be abandoned again.
We will give them all the time they need.
Welcome to Hazel's House Rescue, Taco and Penelope. Your next chapter starts here. ❤️