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Name: Little Richie the Chihuahua
Adoption Fee: $200.00
Species: Dog
Breed: Chihuahua (short coat)
Learn more about the Chihuahua.Color: White and Black
Pattern: Bicolor
Sex: Male (neutered)
Current Size: 6.5 Pounds
General Potential Size: Small
Current Age: 13 Years 6 Months (best estimate)
Activity Level: Moderately Active
Indoor or Outdoor: Indoor Only
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: No
Good with Kids: Yes
Housetrained: No
Microchipped: Yes
Little Richie the Chihuahua must be adopted with his companion, Teenie Marie the Tiny Chihuahua/Terrier (adopted).
Description:
Little Richie and his "girlfriend" Teenie Marie were surrendered to our organization after being rescued from a neglectful over crowding situation. This tiny chihuahua has lived with over 7 dogs his whole life and is now looking for a home that will love and cherish him furever. Little Richie and Teenie Marie would love to be adopted together as they are very attached to one another and are in love.
Medical Update: Little Richie was diagnosed with a grade II-III/VI systolic murmur. He is a otherwise happy healthy dog and the vets did not recommend medication at this time.
According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Chihuahua is the oldest breed on the American continent and the smallest breed in the world. Native to Mexico, nonetheless it seems to have been introduced by the Chinese. It was only brought to Europe at the end of the nineteenth century. The Chihuahua is named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua where he was brought to the rest of the world by travelers. This breed is believed to have been sacred to the Pre-Columbian Indian nations. The Chihuahua is a popular, economical companion dog. Courageous, extremely lively, proud and enterprising, it gives and demands affection. Bold and saucy, it moves swiftly to avoid being stepped on. Chihuahua's are strong-willed, intensely loyal and become very attached to their owners, even to the point of jealousy. They like to lick their owner's faces. It is undeniably suspicious of people except for its owner. When strangers are present, it follows its owner's every move, keeping as close as possible. This breed may snap at teasing children, after all it is too tiny to get away. The Chihuahua must resort to his sharp teeth in self defense. It is not recommended for children. He can be noisy and may require patience to housebreak. Many owners simply paper train this breed. The Chihuahua hates the cold and may shiver, although this may be due to high metabolism as much as temperature or anxiety. It will tolerate and even appreciate a warm sweater on cooler days. They are good little dogs for apartment life. Although it is tempting to carry these dainty creatures about, they will keep fitter if taken for walks. A body harness is safer than a collar. Don't think that just because he is small he should be confined to a small space. Chihuahuas have a life expectancy of 15 or more years.
Little Richie and his "girlfriend" Teenie Marie were surrendered to our organization after being rescued from a neglectful over crowding situation. This tiny chihuahua has lived with over 7 dogs his whole life and is now looking for a home that will love and cherish him furever. Little Richie and Teenie Marie would love to be adopted together as they are very attached to one another and are in love.
Medical Update: Little Richie was diagnosed with a grade II-III/VI systolic murmur. He is a otherwise happy healthy dog and the vets did not recommend medication at this time.
- Leash Manners – He walks well on the leash. He wears a regular collar.
- Crate/House Training – We are trying to crate train him. He doesn’t mind going in the crate as long as Teenie Marie is with him. We also feed them both in the crate.
- Socialization – Well socialized with people and dogs but does not like cats.
- Energy Level and Exercise –Richie has a moderate energy level, he is not as hyper as Teenie. He gets walked twice a day.
- Daily Structure and Schedule – A walk in the morning, then fed. Put in the crate around 8:45a, then taken out around noon. Put back in the crate until 5pm then taken on another walk and play until 11pm.
- Confidence Level – Richie is submissive…Tennie Marie runs the show!
- Obedience Training – I don’t think Richie knows any commands, but we are working on them.
- Behaviors – Richie is not 100% potty trained and has had a few accidents. He also does not respond to his name.
- Personality Quirks – He is a very sweet puppy that loves to give kisses and loves to cuddle with you.
- Ideal Home – A home where he can receive all the love and training he needs!
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