Lucy - Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat) Dog For Adoption Lucy - Chihuahua-Unknown Mix Female Dog For Adoption in New London, Wisconsin, USA

Dog Breed: Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat). Adoption Fee: 400.

Name: Lucy Age: 2 years Breed: Chihuahua Mix Gender: Female Weight: 11lbs Good with kids: Older respectful kids Good with dogs: Yes Good with cats: unknown Current on vaccinations: Yes Fixed: yes Adoption also includes Certified Vet Inspection, and Prior vetting paperwork. Foster location: Neenah Application & Website: .ourpackanimalrescue/ Lucy has been returned twice. But maybe the third time will finally be the one that changes everything. Lucy is a 2-year-old Chihuahua mix who has had a couple of rough starts. Her first home surrendered her because she struggled with being left alone in an apartment and made sure the neighbors knew about it. Her second home returned her because she wasn't comfortable living with a toddler. But here's what we want you to know about Lucy: She is absolutely capable of blossoming in the right environment. ❤️ In her foster home, Lucy has been doing FANTASTIC! She warmed up to her foster mom pretty quickly. Foster dad took a little more time, but after a few days, she decided he wasn't so bad either! Now she happily lets him pick her up, gives him kisses, and enjoys snuggling with him. Recently, Lucy had her first meet with new people, and we saw a very different side of her. She was scared, overwhelmed, and defensive. And this is where we need people to truly understand Lucy. Lucy isn't just a little shy or nervous around strangers. Her insecurities run deeper than that. When she feels threatened, cornered, or pushed beyond her comfort level, Lucy WILL bite. This isn't something we want to sugarcoat or minimize because finding her the right home means being completely transparent about her behavior. Lucy doesn't know how to confidently navigate situations that scare her. When she feels like she has no other option, she may use her teeth to communicate that she's uncomfortable. Does that make Lucy a bad dog? Absolutely not. But it does mean she needs a very specific kind of home. ❤️ Lucy isn't going to be the dog who runs up to every stranger asking for belly rubs. She needs someone who understands canine body language, respects boundaries, and recognizes when she's uncomfortable BEFORE a situation escalates. She needs someone who won't force introductions, push affection, or expect her to immediately accept new people. Someone who understands that earning her trust may take days, weeks, or longer. Love alone won't fix Lucy's insecurities. She needs patience, consistency, proper management, and someone committed to helping her feel safe. Because once Lucy trusts you? Oh, does she have love to give! We've seen her affectionate, snuggly, silly side firsthand. That sweet little dog is absolutely there, but she needs the right person to help her feel secure enough to show it. For Lucy's safety and the safety of those around her, we're looking for a calm, adult-only home with someone experienced in handling fearful, defensive dogs. Someone who understands that progress isn't always linear and that respecting Lucy's boundaries is a lifelong commitment, not just something to practice during the first few weeks. We aren't looking for someone who wants to fix Lucy. We're looking for someone willing to understand her, work with her, and love her while helping her build confidence. Two returns are enough. Lucy deserves a forever. ❤️ And this time, we want to make absolutely certain it's the right forever. Please help us find the person who can give this little girl the stability, patience, and understanding she's been missing. Share Lucy's story. Her person might be closer than we think. ❤️