KONA - CHIHUAHUA / TERRIER / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Chihuahua / Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Kona is adorable with a capital "A"! Kona is estimated to be around 4-5 months old and has a big personality in a tiny package. She is a true diva who knows that she deserves to be the center of attention and loves nothing more than having some fun and enjoying affection. She is very much a little lap dog and is happiest when she can be cuddled up to someone, especially when naptime rolls around. Kona weighs about 6lbs now, and we estimate she will be around 10-15lbs when fully grown. Kona came to us from a lovely couple who took her in after her owner couldn't care for her anymore. Unfortunately, they weren't in a position to care for a puppy, so they agreed to surrender her to us, and she has been thriving in a YCSPCA foster home. Kona is the epitome of a velcro dog and wants to always be with you, whether that means being close to you while you're working or romping around in the backyard. She is in the sleep hard, play hard phase of puppyhood and needs a family who can keep up with her busy mind and body. She's a sensitive sweetheart who communicates her emotions through soft whines, particularly when she is left alone. Kona is still working on all of her basic manners and needs a family dedicated to continuing her training and socialization. She would be a great candidate for group training classes. Kona loves the other small dogs in her foster home, and while she can be shy with new dogs and people at first, she warms up to small dogs and people fairly quickly. She needs another playful small dog in her new home to help her gain confidence, and so she always has a buddy to play with. We haven't seen Kona around cats, but she may do well with dog-savvy cats with a slow introduction and proper supervision. Due to her size, she would do best with kids 10 years and older, or an adult-only home. Kona has mastered using the dog door and is making good progress with her housetraining, though she still has the occasional accident, as expected with puppies. Her new family will need to be patient with her while she is learning and be consistent with taking her outside and rewarding her when she goes potty outside. Kona isn't a big fan of being alone and does best being left with a dog buddy. Even then, she doesn't like it when her family is gone for long and needs a family who can be home with her often and can slowly acclimate her to being home alone for longer periods. Kona now sleeps through the night and sleeps in bed with her foster parents, and would love to sleep in bed with someone in her forever home. Kona has discovered her love of sunshine! She enjoys sunbathing in the backyard each morning after waking up, and has claimed a favorite afternoon spot in a dog bed that gets lots of sun. While she gets excited for car rides and going places, she does experience some anxiety in the car (likely excited energy) and tends to whine during rides. Kona is such a loving girl, and she can't wait to become your new BFF. If she sounds like the little shadow you need in your life, submit an application today! Kona's adoption fee is $400. Apply to adopt here! form.jotform/52017002013129/ Applications are also available on the website (.yolospca) It can take up to 3-5 business days to hear back once you have submitted an application. The Yolo County SPCA is a private, not-for-profit, foster home-based animal rescue organization and does not have a shelter. All our animals awaiting adoption are in foster homes. Our adoption fees help us cover the cost of spay/neuter surgery, microchip and registration, and rabies vaccination (if over 4 months of age at intake or spay/neuter) for all animals. Dogs are tested for heartworm, started on preventatives, and given a DAPP vaccination. Adult dogs are up to date on their vaccinations prior to adoption. Puppies will be current on the vaccinations appropriate to their age. The adopter is responsible for additional vaccinations as necessary after the adoption. For more information about an animal, please email dogsyolospca. For more general questions, please see our website at .yolospca.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Grooming Needs:	Low
  Likes to Vocalize:	Lots
  Shedding Amount:	Moderate

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	6 foot
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Species
  Other:	Yard Required Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations