Ralph's Info...
| Breed: | Chihuahua | Color: | White - With Tan, Yellow Or Fawn | Age: | Adult |
| Size: | Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less | Sex: | Male | ID#: | 5376483 |
I am already neutered, purebred, a special needs pet, up to date with shots, and not good with dogs.
Video Available! Hello, Ralph here. I'm a 6 year, 4 month old altered male Chihuahua. Now, don't go thinking 6 is too old - it's actually quite nice because I'm a pretty mellow guy who really loves and bonds quickly with people. I'm fairly calm, enjoy going on walks, and like to be held, pet, and nap (I even fell asleep momentarily while I got my pictures taken!). However, I am hearing impaired and will startle easily and have guarding mentality with other dogs. I have been learning hand signals at the shelter and my new owner should be prepared to use these signals to help communicate what is being asked of me. Because of the hearing issue I will need to be the only dog in the household. If there are children in the home, please contact an adoption counselor for info regarding age. If you are an experienced dog owner and have the home mentioned above, please ask for loving Ralph, #A532771.
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PHS/SPCA, a private non-profit guided by the humane ethic, builds healthy relationships between people and animals. As an ethical choice, we accept all animals in need of care and often provide a second chance to the neediest animals: those who would otherwise be turned away at so-called “no kill” agencies that accept only highly adoptable animals. We also serve as our County’s provider of animal rescue and control services and, as such, have no control over the number of incoming animals. Our record is outstanding. Since 2003, we have adopted 100% of healthy, adoptable dogs and cats. Our definition of “healthy” is based on the State’s definition: dogs and cats without medical or behavioral issues, those that are fully weaned and social. It excludes obviously unhealthy animals (those with injuries and illnesses or those behaviorally scarred from past treatment and mistreatment) as well as unweaned kittens and feral cats. Still, donations to our Hope Program allow us to make well, then place into new homes approx. 170 animals every month. In February 2008, the Society celebrated accreditation by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) following a comprehensive review of the shelter’s veterinary program. Community education and outreach, partnerships, and a dedicated volunteer group greatly extend our mission and work. Read more at www.PHS-SPCA.org.
12 Airport Boulevard
San Mateo, CA 94401
Phone 650.340.7022
Fax 650.348.7891
www.PHS-SPCA.org
Shelter Hours:
11 am to 7 pm, Monday through Friday
11 am to 6 pm, Saturday and Sunday
Closed all major holidays
.When a potential adopter comes into the shelter and sees an animal he or she is interested in adopting, we ask the potential adopter to first complete an Adoption Profile. Then, one of our knowledgeable customer service representatives brings the adopter and animal together in one of our Get Acquainted Rooms. There they have a quiet, private space to get to know each other better. During the visit, the customer service representative may discuss the following:
past experiences with animals and current animals in the home
lifestyle, including work schedule and the kinds of activities they plan to do with their companion animal
housing situation - own or rent, size of yard, etc.
In order to make the best match possible for a family and home, we suggest potential adopters bring along all members of the household to meet the new companion animal and bring their current dog(s) to meet a potential dog. Adopters must also be 18 or older. Again, thank you for thinking of PHS/SPCA. We hope you find the companion animal you are looking for.
PHS/SPCA reserves the right to deny adoptions. Our priorities are the health, safety and future well-being of the animals in our care and the health, safety and expectations of people who visit us with hopes of finding a pet who will match their interests, lifestyle and existing companion animal(s).
San Mateo County, CA