Hija

Hija is an adoptable female German Shepherd looking for a home at BARC Animal Shelter in Houston, Texas. She is still very young and medium in size. She is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list and today is the last day, listed due to lack of space. Adopting Hija, or even sharing her story, could save a life before it's too late.

Located At: BARC Animal Shelter & Adoptions Description: My name is Hija. I am a female, black and brown German Shepherd Dog mix. Age: The shelter staff think I am about 9 weeks old. More Info: I have been at the shelter since Oct 28, 2026. I am in kennel DA27. FIVE TINY 9-WEEK-OLD PUPPIES NEED SAVING AT BARC! 💔🐾 🐾🍼 MEET THE FIVE BABIES! HERMANO ' ID #A2104705 Age: 9 weeks Sex: Male Breed: German Shepherd Mix Color: Black/Brown Weight: 5.5 lbs Intake Date: 10/28/2026 Status: Foster/Rescue only HIJA ' ID #A2104706 Age: 9 weeks Sex: Female Breed: German Shepherd Mix Color: Black/Brown Weight: 4.1 lbs Intake Date: 10/28/2026 Status: Foster/Rescue only TIA ' ID #A2104707 Age: 9 weeks Sex: Female Breed: German Shepherd Mix Color: Black/Brown Weight: 5.5 lbs Intake Date: 10/28/2026 Status: Foster/Rescue only SISTER ' ID #A2104708 Age: 9 weeks Sex: Female Breed: German Shepherd Mix Color: Black/Brown Weight: 5.7 lbs Intake Date: 10/28/2026 Status: Foster/Rescue only AUNTIE ' ID #A2104709 Age: 9 weeks Sex: Female Breed: German Shepherd Mix Color: Black/Brown Weight: 6.6 lbs Intake Date: 10/28/2026 Status: Foster/Rescue only ⸻ 🩺 MEDICAL NOTES: All five puppies have been flagged for suspected contagious dermatitis/ringworm. * Hermano: Hair loss on tail and feet. * Hija: Hair loss on tail. * Tia: Hair loss on tail and feet. * Sister: Hair loss on tail and feet. * Auntie: Hair loss on feet. Veterinary staff recommend further evaluation by a private veterinarian and possible treatment. All five were otherwise noted to appear well. They received initial vaccinations, deworming, and parasite prevention on October 28. ⸻ BEHAVIOR NOTES: No individual behavior evaluations were provided.