Shiba Inu · NYC Second Chance Rescue
6 years · Female · Brooklyn, NY
Meet Riley Marley.
Riley Marley's body tells a story no dog should ever have to live through.
Her skin bears the scars of months, perhaps even years, of relentless irritation and inflammation from something that was likely entirely preventable, such as untreated allergies. While the exact cause may never be known, what is clear is that she suffered far longer than she ever should have. Day after day, she endured discomfort that went unnoticed, or worse, ignored.
It's the kind of preventable suffering that breaks our hearts and reminds us why we fight so hard for animals every single day. No dog deserves to hurt in silence, especially not in a place they should have felt safe.
But Riley Marley hasn't let her past define her.
She is incredibly sweet, gentle, and quietly affectionate, the kind of companion who is simply happy to be by your side. She asks for so little: a soft place to rest, kind hands to care for her, and a family that will never overlook her needs again.
Riley Marley has already survived the hardest part of her journey. Now she deserves a future filled with comfort, love, and the care she's always deserved.
If you're looking for a loyal, loving best friend and are ready to give this beautiful Shiba the life she's been waiting for, Riley Marley is ready to meet you.
All dogs will be altered, microchipped, and receive age-appropriate vaccines prior to adoption. Please note that the listed location for this dog may not be accurate due to technical limitations of this database and we have transportation options available within 6 hours of NYC (so don't let location hold you back)!
Interested in fostering or adopting? Need more info on this dog? The first step in the process is filling out an application on our website.
For a full list of our available dogs and current adoption promotions, visit: https://nycsecondchancerescue.org/adoptable-dogs/
Every dog is an individual — temperament depends far more on this dog's history and personality than on breed. The rescue's write-up is the best guide.
Most adult dogs do well with 30-60 minutes of walking a day plus play and sniffing time.
Ask the rescue about leash manners, elevator and stair comfort, alone-time tolerance, and whether the dog settles in a small space.
Contact NYC Second Chance Rescue about Riley Marley