SHIRLEY - CHIHUAHUA (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Chihuahua (short coat). Adoption Fee: 185.00. Shirley found herself in the shelter just days before going into labor. Pregnant and terrified, she did not want human contact and was quickly labeled “feral”. Thankfully, Operation Pets Alive gave her a chance and learned very quickly that she was not feral at all. With 1-day old puppies, she was scooped up and in foster care, and her life changed forever! It took some time to gain her trust, but she has come a long way and is now ready for a family of her own. Shirley was by far the best momma dog any litter of puppies could have ask for. She has grown to love her human friends and has begun to show her affectionate side. While she isn't a fan of being picked up and held, she loves to cuddle on the sofa or in bed with her favorite peeps. Did I mention she howls? It's always random and as cute as can be! She’s playful with other dogs after she gets comfortable with them and values a soft bed in her crate when it’s time to relax. Shirley is crate trained, but is still in need of guidance to potty outside. Wet grass has created a set back for her. She is also heartworm positive, but she will be treated through the rescue at no additional cost to her adopter.

• Physical Attributes

  Ear Type:	Erect
  Tail Type:	Long
  Coat Length:	Short
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Slightly Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	6 foot
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Species
  Other:	Yard Required Crate Trained Tries to Escape Good in a Car Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Timid Affectionate Even-Tempered Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No