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VITO - CHIHUAHUA / DACHSHUND / MIXED DOG FOR ADOPTION
Chiweenie Dogs For Adoption in Washington, DC, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Vito
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Young
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Location
Washington, DC, 20002 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Chihuahua / Dachshund / Mixed. Please contact Destiny Sibert (DestinySluckydoganimalrescue) for more information about this pet. young boy eager to explore! VITO NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Vito Best Guess for Breed: Chihuahua and dachshund mix Best Guess for Age: 10 months as of November 2025 SEX: Male Approximate Weight: 11 lbs as of 11/22/25 - he might have just a bit more to grow. Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen him with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters! Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter - needs a foster or forever home in the DC area to get up here! Vito is Looking For: His forever home! This small sweetie is not long out of puppyhood and he's got all that awesome young-dog energy to burn. of his own. He's eager to get his own humans for sniffy walks romps with pup pals and world exploration. Most of all, though, he wants to know he's safe and loved, where he belongs. In exchange he promises love and loyal companionship for all his days - he'll be right down there by your side! What do you say? Does that sound like what you're looking for? What My Foster Says About Me: We will update this once he has spent time in foster care. Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training. TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog . Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament. Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at .luckydoganimalrescue . BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fosteringluckydoganimalrescue! BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact infoluckydoganimalrescue !
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Physical Attributes
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Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Dogs: Yes -
Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No Other - Up-to-date on Vaccinations
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Organization name
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
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Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, 20002 USAUSA
Breed overview
Overview:
The Chiweenie, an adorable and increasingly popular designer breed, is a delightful cross between the spirited Chihuahua and the charming Dachshund. Originating in the United States, these small companions inherited a unique blend of traits from their parent breeds. Physically, they typically possess a long, low body reminiscent of the Dachshund, combined with the often-large ears and expressive eyes of the Chihuahua. Their coats can vary widely in color and texture, from short and smooth to long and wiry. Temperamentally, Chiweenies are known for being loyal, affectionate, and surprisingly energetic. They often exhibit a playful and sometimes stubborn streak, making early socialization and training beneficial. Their small size makes them well-suited for apartment living and families with older children or individuals seeking a devoted lapdog. While generally robust, potential health considerations include issues common to their parent breeds, such as patellar luxation and intervertebral disc disease, making regular veterinary check-ups important for their long-term well-being.
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