My name is Billie and Rex - See my video!!

PLEASE READ ENTIRE BIO BEFORE CONTACTING RESCUE. PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS AT THE END.

As of one month where this wonderful duo has been posted up for adoption, there are no solid or viable interests in them, which mystifies me, as during the pandemic, any dog would generate 100 interests and I could not leave the computer. Maybe something has changed where dogs are back to being aplenty, or folks have gone back to breeders and getting puppies? In spite of what I knew to be a dog shortage, a bonded pair has ALWAYS been harder to get adopted, and Chihuahuas have not been popular due to misconceptions about the breed. Maybe it is too much to hope for, that someone would want to welcome two complete sweethearts into their home, but it was my hope. I know if I split them up, I will get plenty of interest in Billie, and will eventually find a home for Rex, but I am trying my best to keep them together. And just because it has been harder, does not mean I want to hand them off to just anyone. I still have to feel the home is right, and will still follow my normal dialoging and application process, but in an effort to highlight them, again, this is a brand-new Bio! PLEASE READ!

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Billie and Rex are a bonded pair that were relinquished after the owner died. They were 2 of 7 dogs in their former home. The lady was ill, laid in bed a lot, the dogs maybe did not get the best care at all times, but were deeply loved. That is all I know. Once they came to me, I started them on the rescue’s routine, which involves structure, consistency of routine, learning boundaries, and crating to eat, sleep, and if I am gone from home (which is not often). They quickly adapted to my program, and to the other dogs that come and go (both large, small, male, female). They are often found sharing pet beds with other dogs, though sometimes Rex prefers to chill in his crate with the door open. Though the dogs are not by definition “playful” or active, they are the most loving, sweet, doting and loyal pets one would want to have! They love you like the moon and stars and are very in tune to you.

By way of a DNA test, Billie is a Maltese/Yorkie mix with some Chihuahua in her line, and Rex is a pure-bred Chihuahua. Billie is most likely age 4 ½ and Rex 3 ½. Billie will need the occasional professional grooming, to keep her coat trimmed and to avoid matting, and Rex only the occasional (non-professional) bath. Billie has learned to be more open and welcoming to visitors, and Rex is not going to warm up to strangers (this is very typical for the pure-bred Chi). Rex will be fine in his new home following the rescuer’s advice, and as long as he has Billie with him to follow her and lean on. As a duo, they are charming, sweet, and a joy to have around. They are quite potty-trained here (potty reinforcement will be needed in any new environment) and know the doggie door. They sleep quietly in their wire crates at night and go ballistic when it is bedtime, as they know they will get some tasty treats, and little rawhide sticks for their bedtime snack!

Billie and Rex have learned to follow instructions, and neither dog is destructive. From what I understand from one of my foster moms (who had them for one month) they both walked nicely on the leash on short walks around her community. Both dogs are very quiet in the house, and occasionally alert bark outside, as ALL small dogs do. Due to the pandemic and how long it took to get Billie spayed and both dogs’ professional dentals under anesthesia (along with some personal issues that I was dealing with) I have had the duo since Feb, so I know them well. I consider Billie and Rex to be in the category of: Companion Dog.

The best home for this pair is a quiet one with adults where there is structure and guidance and with people who want great companions and like the idea of two dogs who already know and like each other, and can accept both in their own uniqueness. They are not a danger to kids; I am merely not going to “match them” to kids. Rex is scared initially and will not warm to strangers at first, or anything too crazy in a new home (but he warms quickly and will attach to “his people” and once he does, he is all about THE LOVE). I find him to be an easy dog, as well as Billie. I suffer from a health condition, and need to lie down a lot during the day, and they are allowed to relax on the bed with me, and snuggle (however, at night they sleep in their crates). I am looking for a similar home where people enjoy their dogs being near, and will allow them to live somewhat true to their natures. I believe Billie and Rex would be adaptable to anyone with solid dog experience who understands patience, as well as how to create a proper and supportive transition to a new home (with my advice and guidance).

The criteria for adopting this duo are as follows:
a) Adult only home – will consider teenagers.
b) Be an age whereby you can commit to the dogs for the rest of their lives without the dogs having to be rehomed. They have already lost one home.
c) MUST HAVE recent dog experience – no first-time dog owners or first-time dog families.
d) Willing to groom Billie occasionally.
e) Willing to get yearly vet checks.
f) I feel the best home is one with a yard, even a small one, that is fenced in – but if your situation is different, tell me.
g) Willing to follow rescuer’s advice on a smooth transition to ensure a wonderful adoption experience!

NOTE: We only adopt dogs as primarily INDOOR dogs. Dogs can go outside to play, potty, to sun themselves at will, but should never be excluded to an outside area. You do not need to give a dog the run of the entire house, and an appropriately sized wire crate works very well during a transitional phase.

Billie and Rex are spayed/neutered, fully vaccinated, Front-lined, dewormed, and micro-chipped. If you are interested in this pair, email Janet Cook at: adopt@angelsheartdogrescue.com. In the email, please indicate that you have read the Bio, and also provide some information about your home, family, other pets, and dog experience, and if you wish, a phone number. Please also check your spam folder for an email reply from the rescue. Angel’s Heart Dog Rescue is a private, home-based rescue. We do have a process that involves some dialoging and an application (applications are not online); you can read about this process on my website: http://www.angelsheartdogrescue.com (go to the Adoption Tab). We seek stable homes that can provide a life-long environment for the dogs in our care. The phone number to the rescue is: 626-340-9316. Please do not phone the rescue unless you do not receive a response from your email within 24 hours (evening to night emails may get a response the following morning).