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Posted over 2 months ago
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My basic info
Breed
Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)/Chihuahua
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
5 months old, Puppy
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
4 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
8 weeks old (as of 1/26), Chihuahua mix, 3lbs, Female. Expected to be about 25lbs full grown
Available for foster to adopt. Please email fostertoadopt@socialteesnyc.org with the subject line TEQUILA if you are interested.
We cannot guarantee breed mix, exact age, or full grown size (if the dog is under a year old). We do our best with very educated guesses, though!
Please read everything below and submit an adoption application at socialteesnyc.org if this pup seems like a good fit for your family :)
Home Recommendation
Puppies do best in homes that are ready to commit to their needs. Raising a puppy is lots of fun but we won’t beat around the bush: it’s also a lot of work. Puppies can be raised in the city or out of the city. They are very adaptable. Puppies need adopters that are full of energy themselves and can keep up with their new four legged best friend.
Level of Dog Ownership Experience Needed
TEQUILA is an Intermediate level puppy. This means that ideally the adopter has primary dog ownership of a breed or energy level similar to this pup. At a minimum the adopters should have solid experience doing things like dog sitting, or fostering young dogs. This means that if you've only dog sat, fostered or owned a senior dog then this isn't the right fit for you. Adopters should have some hands-on experience with taking care of puppies and/or teenagers. Adopters should be ready for everything that entails raising a puppy: lots of training, patience and socialization. All puppies have the potential to develop into the goodest boys and girls but it’s in the hands of the adopter. Lastly, adopters should truly understand that a puppy is going to go through many developmental phases.
Her Foster Mom Says: "Brave, inquisitive, playful and affectionate—Tequila is the definition of a love bug! While she may come off a little shy and quiet when you first meet, she's very comfortable being handled by strangers and will quickly settle down for a snuggle and snooze in anyone's arms. She has short bursts of puppy energy and plays very well with my resident dog, despite a pretty significant size difference, but spends the majority of her time cuddling (with dogs or humans) and sleeping. She LOVES food, chew toys, fluffy donut beds, kisses and getting scratches, but is still iffy about her collar and the cold NYC winter weather. Some challenges might arise around separation anxiety and/or crating, as she prefers to roam free during the day and will sometimes cry for a little bit before settling down for the night. Tequila is also remarkably smart, crafty, and agile—despite her tiny size, she's managed to figure out how to get onto my couch and has escaped from her play area 2-3 times. If you're looking for a spunky pup that's equal parts adorable and mischievous, Tequila is your girl!"
Social With Children? (ALWAYS requires supervision)
Yes - - Puppies are okay for homes with respectful kids aged 6 and up. Puppies are not a good match for kids younger than 6 years old as puppies go through teething phases: which can be very intense and result in little kids getting hurt.
Social With Dogs?
Yes - - Puppies have all the potential to be extremely social with other dogs. Socializing puppies with other puppies and adult dogs is a huge part of raising a puppy. It should be done in a safe and controlled environment: puppy classes and playdates with trusted dogs are a great way to do this.
Social With Cats?
Yes - - Fun fact all puppies have the potential to be best friends with a cat. It’s on the adopter to help set boundaries with the cat (like not being able to chase the cat). The cat should also be a friendly cat as a puppy is not a great idea for a grumpy cat.
Origin Story: This pup was originally left anonymously at the Humane Society of St Thomas, where they were at risk of euthanasia due to overcrowding. Many dogs are rescued from this part of the world because the pet overpopulation problem there is much worse than it is in the northern parts of the US. This seems to be because far fewer people are having their pets spayed/neutered, the climate is warmer so animals are reproducing year round, and the human population in these areas is less dense so there aren't enough people to adopt them. In NYC and the surrounding area, we have a large human population, which in turn means the animals find forever homes at a higher rate up here. :)
Medical Status: Up to date on their DHPP and Bordetella Vaccine. Adopters will need to finish the DHPP vaccine series and administer the Rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age. We take care of arraning the appointment and we cover the cost of the procedure for the adopter.
