MEERKAT *ARRIVING 2/20* - CHIHUAHUA / DACHSHUND / MIXED DOG FOR ADOPTION
Chiweenie Dogs For Adoption in Princeton, MN, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Meerkat *Arriving 2/20*
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Baby
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Location
Princeton, MN, 55371 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Chihuahua / Dachshund / Mixed. Adoption Fee: 600. Meerkat is a young female Chihuahua/Dachshund mix puppy with the cutest ears, the softest eyes, and a face that always looks like she’s smiling. One look at her and you’ll understand her nickname. She came to the rescue as part of a litter of five, found on the streets with their mama. Thanks to loving foster care, Meerkat has blossomed into a confident, gentle, and affectionate little girl who’s ready to find her new home. Meerkat is that perfect puppy blend: she plays hard, naps hard, and knows how to enjoy both. She loves romping with other dogs, but she’s also wonderfully independent and can happily entertain herself. When playtime is over and she’s scooped into your arms, she melts right in—relaxed, content, and quietly cuddly. Raised in a busy foster home with dogs of all sizes and ages, Meerkat has excellent dog manners. She reads cues beautifully and is gentle, respectful, and adaptable—even with senior pups. She’s calm indoors after her energy is spent and thrives on routine and companionship. Food is one of Meerkat’s great loves (relatable, right?), which makes her a fantastic candidate for positive-reinforcement training. She’s tolerant of handling—ears, paws, and all—and has shown no signs of resource guarding or aggression. Meerkat’s Highlights: Crate-trained at night and sleeps peacefully Uses potty pads when needed but prefers the yard Calm and settled indoors after playtime Loves food and learns quickly Gentle, affectionate, and adaptable Meerkat would thrive in a home that can offer love, patience, playtime, and continued socialization—whether that includes another dog buddy or humans who enjoy an affectionate, easygoing puppy. She’s a sweet soul, a thoughtful little observer, and a snuggler in the making. Meerkat is ready to start her happily-ever-after… could it be with you? Meerkat is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 2/20/2026 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 8:30am and noon. Please plan for their arrival accordingly as we cannot accommodate pickups outside of this time frame. Since they haven’t arrived yet, they are available exclusively through Ruff Start’s Foster to Adopt (FTA) Program. Click here to learn more about the FTA program. Once they get to Minnesota, they might require further veterinary care. Ruff Start’s veterinary suite is located in Princeton, MN, and, as the foster, you will be required to transport your dog to and from these vetting appointments. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. *Rescue puppies are notorious for losing their birth certificates before entering our rescue. We cannot guarantee the breed or size they will be full grown.* If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.
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Physical Attributes
Altered Yes -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Dogs: Yes Energy Level: High Activity Level: Highly Active Exercise Needs: High Obedience Training: Needs Training Other: - Crate Trained
- Likes to Play with Toys
- Likes to Swim
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Personality
Personality Characteristics - Playful
- Timid
- Affectionate
- Eager to Please
- Intelligent
- Even-Tempered
- Gentle
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Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No Other - Up-to-date on Vaccinations
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Organization name
Ruff Start Rescue
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Location:
Princeton, Minnesota, 55371 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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