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Posted over 9 years ago
| Updated over 9 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age
Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
Has special needs
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Vincent is a miracle dog. He is a one-eared Chihuahua mix who is around 3 - 4 years old, weighing 10 lbs. After a whole life on the street, being attacked by other dogs, ignored or kicked by people, starving and itchy, he is remarkably well adjusted. He does not hold a grudge, and still likes other dogs although he doesn't really know how to play (though he will chase a ball occasionally)
We don't know how Vincent lost his ear, and he has some signs of premature aging, including pulmonary hypertension, and some allergies, but this chihuahua mix is otherwise happy, healthy and a joy to be around! He will need to have regular visits with a cardiologist for the rest of his life to monitor his health.
Having filled out to about 11lbs, Vincent seems sensitive to beef protein, and has some broken teeth, but is thriving on a raw diet or lamb, turkey and rabbit.
Vincent is housebroken through the night, and usually spot on during the day, if not left alone too long. He is still occasionally marking, but does not mind wearing a belly band.
This adorable guy is very mellow, has learned to snooze during most of the day, and prefers to be near you (although not typically on you) when you are home. He would prefer someone who is home often, or who can take a quiet guy to a quieter office. He LOVES a peanut butter filled kong, and is very treat motivated.
Vincent is sort of like an old cat. He is happy to see you but he doesn't typically respond when you try and call him. His hearing is fine, he's just not accustomed to being spoken to!
Vincent's favorite things are a good cuddle, toddling around a safe, fenced yard, watching TV (really!) and his memory foam bed and blankey.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING THIS DOG, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE DOG'S INFORMATION CAREFULLY. ONCE YOU HAVE DONE SO, PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING:
1. Visit www.dogswithoutborders.org
2. Then fill out an online ADOPTION APPLICATION - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-application/
3. Please wait to hear from our representative in approximately 48 hours on weekdays.
4. To learn more about our adoption process, please look up our Adoption FAQ’s. - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-faq/
