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Skip! Skippity doodah is an 11-year-old, 10-pound Chihuahua mix. Skip's dad sadly away. Now Skip is hoping someone will give him a new home. He is truly adorable, timid but sweet, and loves to give kisses once he knows you.
Skip is good on a leash, fine in a crate, quiet in the car, and would be okay with other laid back dogs. But, young kids and really rambunctious dogs would be too much for him. Skip likes to cuddle, but is willing to play too. He's the perfect balance of fun and calm.
Skip is now our longest resident, and we aren't sure why. :,( He decided to advocate for himself with these words: "Hey you! My name's Skip. But you can call me Skipper because I'm in need of a first mate. I like to be the boss so I'd do okay as an only dog in the home, but having some laid back dogs around would be fine too. I'm very good at telling you how to make my meals but I'll eat them on my own schedule. I'll also let you know when I'm done in the yard (please be sure to have a fence). I'm a fair weather skipper so I like naps and rolling in the yard when it's sunny and warm, but limit my time outside if it's rainy or cold. It's hard to admit, but I'm not the best at telling you when I need to go out so frequent trips outside are helpful. My foster parents make me wear "pants" around the house as a precaution, but I am never fussy about putting them on.
I can be a big sweetheart too so If you want to put me in your lap I'll give you plenty of kisses and I always appreciate a snuggly nap. Dog beds are a MUST, so make sure those are always available... a skipper needs his beauty rest. I'm really good in a crate and am happy to nap in there too. As much as I love to nap, I REALLY love to go on walks. My foster dad says I shave a whole minute per mile off his walking pace when we go out, so yeah... I'm fast... even if I don't walk straight all the time *shrug*.
Like any skipper, I have a few quirks. I'm nervous around strangers (who isn't??). Things that shouldn't scare me make me jump (doors closing or stepping on crackly leaves). Things that SHOULD scare me I ignore (Roomba's, moving vehicles, lawnmowers). Sometimes I don't recognize familiar people or dogs so I can get a little barky but am never aggressive (duh, I'm the boss). I also don't trust shadows so sometimes I just bark at nothing (just like every good skipper should).
All that to say, I know once you meet me you will look past any of my quirks. Now be an obedient first mate, and use those big paws to fill out an application and come work for me... your trustworthy Skipper.
Sound like a match for you? Then, please apply:
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog
His minimum adoption donation amount is $245. He is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heart worm checked, and on flea/tick and heart worm preventatives.
We are located in Bloomington, IL
We do not ship, you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state.
Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heart worm prevention year round. You must be at least 21-years-old to adopt.
For information about this dog's breed(s), visit: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm
Skip! Skippity doodah is an 11-year-old, 10-pound Chihuahua mix. Skip's dad sadly away. Now Skip is hoping someone will give him a new home. He is truly adorable, timid but sweet, and loves to give kisses once he knows you.
Skip is good on a leash, fine in a crate, quiet in the car, and would be okay with other laid back dogs. But, young kids and really rambunctious dogs would be too much for him. Skip likes to cuddle, but is willing to play too. He's the perfect balance of fun and calm.
Skip is now our longest resident, and we aren't sure why. :,( He decided to advocate for himself with these words: "Hey you! My name's Skip. But you can call me Skipper because I'm in need of a first mate. I like to be the boss so I'd do okay as an only dog in the home, but having some laid back dogs around would be fine too. I'm very good at telling you how to make my meals but I'll eat them on my own schedule. I'll also let you know when I'm done in the yard (please be sure to have a fence). I'm a fair weather skipper so I like naps and rolling in the yard when it's sunny and warm, but limit my time outside if it's rainy or cold. It's hard to admit, but I'm not the best at telling you when I need to go out so frequent trips outside are helpful. My foster parents make me wear "pants" around the house as a precaution, but I am never fussy about putting them on.
I can be a big sweetheart too so If you want to put me in your lap I'll give you plenty of kisses and I always appreciate a snuggly nap. Dog beds are a MUST, so make sure those are always available... a skipper needs his beauty rest. I'm really good in a crate and am happy to nap in there too. As much as I love to nap, I REALLY love to go on walks. My foster dad says I shave a whole minute per mile off his walking pace when we go out, so yeah... I'm fast... even if I don't walk straight all the time *shrug*.
Like any skipper, I have a few quirks. I'm nervous around strangers (who isn't??). Things that shouldn't scare me make me jump (doors closing or stepping on crackly leaves). Things that SHOULD scare me I ignore (Roomba's, moving vehicles, lawnmowers). Sometimes I don't recognize familiar people or dogs so I can get a little barky but am never aggressive (duh, I'm the boss). I also don't trust shadows so sometimes I just bark at nothing (just like every good skipper should).
All that to say, I know once you meet me you will look past any of my quirks. Now be an obedient first mate, and use those big paws to fill out an application and come work for me... your trustworthy Skipper.
Sound like a match for you? Then, please apply:
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog
His minimum adoption donation amount is $245. He is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heart worm checked, and on flea/tick and heart worm preventatives.
We are located in Bloomington, IL
We do not ship, you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state.
Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heart worm prevention year round. You must be at least 21-years-old to adopt.
For information about this dog's breed(s), visit: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm
We will contact your vet, landlord (if applicable), and references before reaching out to you.
2.
Interview
This is an essential part of the process. We want to know more about you, and tell you more about the dog applied for.
3.
Home Check
We can do this via FaceTime if you are not local.
4.
Approve Application
Approval doesn’t mean you have been chosen for the pet you applied for. But, if approved you will be for 6-months before reapplying is reqd
5.
Meet the Pet
Our hope is that a love match is made. If all parties are in agreement, you may adopt at this first meeting. Some dogs may require xt meets
6.
Sign Adoption Contract
7.
Pay Fee
We will then send all medical paperwork, receipt, copy of adoption contract, etc via e-mail.
Additional adoption info
All of your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, on heart worm prevention year round, and spayed/neutered. Unless, your current veterinarian has explicitly said that something may not be performed due to the health issues of your pet. These circumstances will have to be confirmed with your vet.
All of your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, on heart worm prevention year round, and spayed/neutered. Unless, your current veterinarian has explicitly said that something may not be performed due to the health issues of your pet. These circumstances will have to be confirmed with your vet.
All adoptions are scheduled with approved adopters only. We do not have a facility.
All adoptions are scheduled with approved adopters only. We do not have a facility.
More about this rescue
Thank you for your interest in adopting a senior Chihuahua. We appreciate each and every one of you!
If you fall in love with any of our adoptables, please fill out an application here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog
You will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail if your app was sent properly.
Let us know if you have any issues or additional questions by private messaging the page here, or by e-mailing deebysrescue@gmail.com . Please, no phone calls. We operate solely with the help of volunteers. All of whom have kids, pets, and full-time jobs. Thank-you for your patience with the adoption process.
If the dog has not been marked as adopted, then he/she is still available. Though, there may be multiple apps in process. We do not operate on a first come, first serve basis. We attempt to find the best fit for each dog, and each approved family. If you are approved, but not chosen for your first dog of choice, please don’t despair. Your love match is out there!
All dogs are in loving foster homes. Thus, we will only arrange meetings with approved adopters.
All of your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, on heart worm prevention year round, and spayed/neutered. Unless, your current veterinarian has explicitly said that something may not be performed due to the health issues of your pet. These circumstances will have to be confirmed with your vet.
We will adopt out-of-state. However, we will not ship dogs. You will have to come and pick up your baby in Illinois. We have several major airports nearby, including one right here in Bloomington.
Once again, thank you for loving the tiny seniors as much as we do! Please continue to share our posts so that each baby may find their forever home. ❤️It takes a village to save lives.
Donation link: your generosity saves lives! https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=YECPU9W952B8W
Thank you for your interest in adopting a senior Chihuahua. We appreciate each and every one of you!
If you fall in love with any of our adoptables, please fill out an application here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog
You will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail if your app was sent properly.
Let us know if you have any issues or additional questions by private messaging the page here, or by e-mailing deebysrescue@gmail.com . Please, no phone calls. We operate solely with the help of volunteers. All of whom have kids, pets, and full-time jobs. Thank-you for your patience with the adoption process.
If the dog has not been marked as adopted, then he/she is still available. Though, there may be multiple apps in process. We do not operate on a first come, first serve basis. We attempt to find the best fit for each dog, and each approved family. If you are approved, but not chosen for your first dog of choice, please don’t despair. Your love match is out there!
All dogs are in loving foster homes. Thus, we will only arrange meetings with approved adopters.
All of your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, on heart worm prevention year round, and spayed/neutered. Unless, your current veterinarian has explicitly said that something may not be performed due to the health issues of your pet. These circumstances will have to be confirmed with your vet.
We will adopt out-of-state. However, we will not ship dogs. You will have to come and pick up your baby in Illinois. We have several major airports nearby, including one right here in Bloomington.
Once again, thank you for loving the tiny seniors as much as we do! Please continue to share our posts so that each baby may find their forever home. ❤️It takes a village to save lives.
Donation link: your generosity saves lives! https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=YECPU9W952B8W
