BOXER - CHIHUAHUA (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Chihuahua (short coat). ***Boxer is currently located at our rescue in GA but with an approved application, can be transported to NJ to attend our adoption event at the Tractor Supply in Ringoes. An application for his adoption should be submitted at socorescue (no need to register or login). Questions about Boxer should be sent to socorescue8gmail; please do not call the rescue's phone number.*** Boxer came to SoCo Rescue via the Macon-Bibb Co Animal Services after he was found abandoned and left tied to a railing at a local pay-by-the-week hotel. The wonderful staff at the Macon AC took great care of Boxer until his hold period ended and then allowed us to take him into our care. To some, Boxer may seem like a handful, but to true lovers of the Chihuahua breed, he is your typical fearless, pint-sized giant dog. He instantly accepts some people, others must gain his trust and friendship. He gets along great with other dogs but does tend to sometimes want to be the alpha...all 8 pounds of him! He is the great defender, will bark at anything that he senses as possible danger, yet wants to quickly retreat into your lap after being confronted by a grasshopper.. He's displayed great house training abilities, something not typical of his breed, and is accustomed to being crated when needed. He loves going on long walks and is near-perfect on a leash. He also loves riding in a car! All in all, Boxer is truly a great little fellow but would be best adopted by someone who knows and loves the breed. And with the right person, he'll be the most dedicated, affectionate and loyal little dog. We don't even think he'd mind being dressed up in various costumes or outfits. Boxer has already been neutered, recently received an update on all of his annual vaccinations, de-wormings and other typical care. He's been kept on his monthly heartowrm and flea/tick preventatives and tested negative on both his heartowrm and paraasite exams.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Owner Experience Required:	Breed
  Other:	Apartment Appropriate Leash Trained Crate Trained Housetrained Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent

• Additional Information

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