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My basic info
Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Black - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Breed Guess: Chihuahua Mix
Age: 5 years old on 5/26/2023
Gender: Neutered male
Weight Guess: 5 pounds
Children: Unknown at this time
Cats: Puppy - unknown at this time; he can be tested upon request
Dogs: Meet and Greet required
Housebroken: Yes
Adoption fee: $450.00
Melvin is in a foster home currently and not at the shelter for viewing. If you're interested in meeting this young man, please fill out an application today!
Here is what his foster mom has to say about Melvin:
If you want a lap full of handsomeness and love, this is your guy! Melvin is adjusting from a difficult time. He is living in a foster home with 2 other small dogs. He is accustomed to being part of a pack, so he seemed relieved to have doggy friends, He might also be content as an only, as long as his human(s) are available to him most of the time. He likes to explore the backyard, and will join in with barking at squirrels or neighbors. Treats are a great way to get his cooperation. Melvin seems to have mastered housetraining. He loves, loves, loves sleeping in the human bed. If that doesn't work for you, he could learn to be in a nighttime crate, as long as he was in the room with the humans. Melvin also loves popcorn, chicken, and cheese. Initially he would scream when the foster mom left the house. In just a week that has diminished and now it is a minute of noise. He will sing to the top of his voice when you return. His fabulous range and volume in singing might make him unwelcome in an apartment setting.
The Animal Rescue Project (www.animalrescueproject.org) is committed to the best possible veterinary care for the pets it rescues and it is looking for adopters who will be similarly committed.
Adoptions are NOT first come, first served! We seek to choose the best fit for the approved adopter and pet.
Please understand that these animals are still new to us and their needs and requirements can change at any time as we learn more about them. We will try our best to get them updated online as soon as possible.
All dogs and puppies are given a general check-up when they enter our program. They receive medication to remove any intestinal parasites (worms), fleas, and ticks they may have. Dogs greater than six months of age are checked for heartworm. If heartworm positive, the Animal Rescue Project treats the disease. Dogs and pups receive all age-appropriate vaccinations for distemper, and dogs greater than four months of age are also vaccinated for rabies, in compliance with State of Michigan laws. All dogs are also microchipped.
Most dogs and older puppies are spayed or neutered before adoption. In the case of puppies not old enough to be safely sterilized, a $50 deposit is required at the time of adoption and is refunded to the adopter with proof of sterilization.
The Animal Rescue Project requires every adopter to establish an active relationship with a veterinarian no later than 10 days after adoption. Adopters will receive a plan for routine veterinary care at the time of adoption and are expected to work with their vet to complete the plan.
