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My basic info
Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Black - with White
Age
10 months old, Puppy
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
6 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Microchipped
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Tox came in with his two siblings. He had been saved from a bad situation by a lady who often fosters for us until we have room to bring into rescue. She had stated that the pups had very little hair and were in terrible shape. She managed to get Advantage Multi for them and that helped tremendously. The pups hair started to come back. We were finally able to accept them into rescue and we are working on getting them all fully (age appropriately) vetted and find them new homes. The pups are all really friendly, lovable pups. They will easily adapt to any home and environment. We expect that they will do great with everyone and anyone since they are pups(we think about 10-11 weeks old) so kids, cats,other dogs?...no problem! They will socialize well to your particular situation, as most pups do. Tox is a climber and he's pretty proud of his accomplishments too so please make sure you supervise him outside, have a secure fenced yard and/or leash walk her. He currently does not have any experience on a leash but harnesses generally make leash training easy. The pups are not housebroken or crate trained yet so please also plan to put in the effort to train. They are all typical puppies who enjoy playing hard and getting into everything they know that they shouldnt..you know, the normal puppy antics! Puppy proofing is always a great idea when getting a new baby! We don't think that the pups will require a lot of exercise and should be a great size for traveling or your lap. If you are looking for a new baby to love, take care of and teach new tricks to, then Tox or one of his siblings may be for you!
Tox saw the vet on 9/27/23. He appears to be in fairly good health overall. He did have a skin infection and that was treated with a Convenia injection. He is still too young to be tested for heartworms but is on Simparica Trio for monthly heartworm prevention/flea control. He did test positive for hookworms and tapeworms on his fecal. We treated him with Drontal for the hookworms and tapes.
If interested in giving Tox his forever home, please submit your interest and your adoption application via email or text ONLY to 352-215-3260 (phone calls will not be answered or returned from this number). Tox's adoption fee will be $200 to help cover the cost of his vetting and daily care while with us. We will only consider applicants who complete the adoption application and will determine whether the applicant would be a good fit for Tox based on the info provided in the application. If we feel that you will be a good match for him, we will set up a meet and greet appointment with you.
