TINA - CHIHUAHUA (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Chihuahua (short coat). Meet Tina! This adorable little Chihuahua mix is looking for a patient, loving family to help her continue building confidence and discover just how wonderful family life can be. Tina came to Worthy Dog Rescue from a heartbreaking hoarding situation in North Carolina, where as many as 51 dogs were living together in a small trailer. Several rescues have stepped in to help, and Worthy Dog became involved through one of our veterinary partners. We've sponsored free spay/neuter surgeries for the remaining dogs to stop the cycle, and Tina is one of four dogs we've welcomed into rescue so far. When Tina first arrived in her foster home, she was understandably overwhelmed. Having spent most of her life in a small, isolated environment, the outside world was completely unfamiliar. During her first week, she rarely ventured out of her crate, quietly observing everything around her as she adjusted to life in a home. Just a few weeks later, Tina has blossomed into a much more engaged and affectionate little dog. Once she feels safe, her loving personality shines. She's incredibly devoted to her people and loves giving kisses, curling up in your lap, snuggling on the couch, and sleeping beside you at night. She's happiest wherever her humans are and truly enjoys being part of the family. Tina has done very well as part of a pack with two other small dogs and would likely enjoy having a friendly, confident canine companion to help show her the ropes. She's also perfectly content relaxing on her own and spends much of the day napping on the couch or retreating to the comfort of her crate while her foster mom is at work. She's proven to be trustworthy in the home and is not destructive. Tina is a low- to medium-energy girl who is always up for a cozy nap or cuddle session, but she also enjoys a game of fetch and gets the cutest zoomies around the yard now that she's discovered how much fun being outside can be. One of her foster mom's favorite quirks is Tina's hilarious little "evil teeth" grin when she gets really excited…it makes everyone laugh. She's also made progress with house training. When Tina first arrived, she appeared to have little to no potty training. Today, she reliably goes outside several times a day but may still use a pee pad if left alone for longer periods. As she settles into a consistent routine, we expect her house training to continue improving. Like many undersocialized dogs, Tina will need a little time to adjust to a new home. She may become timid again during the transition, and her leash skills are still a work in progress. With patience, encouragement, and a predictable routine, we're confident she'll continue to blossom. If you're looking for a sweet, loyal companion who will reward your patience with endless affection, Tina just might be the perfect little shadow to follow you through life. Apply today! BREED ESTIMATE: Chihuahua Mix GENDER: Female APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 7.5 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 2 years old COAT TYPE: Short coat ADOPTION FEE: $425 OTHER INFO: UTD on shots/spayed/microchipped LOCATION: Vienna, VA FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to adopt.worthydog and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to foster.worthydog and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	Any Type
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Species
  Other:	Yard Required Crate Trained Likes to Fetch Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Timid Skittish Affectionate Even-Tempered Gentle

• Additional Information

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