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My name is Larkin!

Posted 1 month ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Approve Application

3

Take the Pet Home

4

Sign Adoption Contract

Adoption fee: $100

This helps Small Breed Rescue of East TN with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Adoption Area: East Tennessee

Larkin needs:
-Adult home or one with children over 10
-A small, calm dog to cuddle with
-Someone home part of the day to continue reinforcing my potty manners
-No close neighbors as I bark if I’m left alone

Hello, my name is Larkin. I am 10 years young, a male Chihuahua/Dachshund mix and weigh just under 6 lbs. My foster Mom is trying to put a little weight on me. I certainly don't mind the extra food and treats. I eat dry kibble just fine even though I am missing many teeth. I am a sweet boy who is a little bashful and somewhat nosey. And have we talked about my adorable ears — all the better to hear you with!!

I am now doing well with my potty training and follow my foster buddies out the door. Remember though when I make a transition to a new home, I may have some accidents until I get your routine down just right. I would enjoy a fenced yard or patio because I do like the sunshine. I came in to foster with a group of 3 dogs surrendered to the shelter because my previous owner went into a senior facility. I’m fine without other dog companions but I would also enjoy another calm, senior dog in my forever home. I love to cuddle up with the dogs in my foster home. There are cats in my foster home and I don’t pay any attention to them. Since I am so small, an adult home or children over 10 would probably be the best and safest for me.

I would really love a homebody to hang with. A walk or two, maybe a car ride sometimes. I am happiest with my person. I’m vocal when I’m left alone so I wouldn’t be a good choice if you have close neighbors like in an apartment or townhouse.

I prefer to sleep and cuddle in the bed with my foster siblings and foster mom. I am not fond of a crate. I walk well on a leash and I do great with car rides. I am up to date on all vaccines, heartworm/flea prevention, dental cleaning, neutered, microchipped, etc. For more info on Larkin, contact SBRET.com. My adoption fee is $100.
Rescue
Small Breed Rescue of East TN

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Phone
Address
P.O. Box 22482, Knoxville, TN 37933

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Approve Application

We contact your vet to confirm that your past and current pets are/were spayed/neutered and current on vaccines and preventives.

3.

Take the Pet Home

We will schedule a home visit (actual or virtual), then bring the dog you chose to your home or convenient meeting place.

4.

Sign Adoption Contract

We have a 7-day trial period. Please see the full Adoption Process at sbret.com.

Additional adoption info

All our dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, receive heartworm/flea prevention, have dental cleaning when required and medical care. Our adoption fees help cover these expenses but we also rely heavily on donations.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

All our dogs live in foster homes in the Knoxville, TN area and we do not have a shelter facility. If you are interested in meeting one of our Available Dogs, please see our website's Events Calendar or fill out an online application at sbret.com. When your application is approved, we will arrange for a meet-and-greet or home visit.

More about this rescue

Small Breed Rescue of East Tennessee, Inc. (SBRET) is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to finding forever homes for displaced or abandoned small breed dogs. We are also dedicated to educating the public about pet overpopulation, the benefits of spaying/neutering, and the horrors of puppymills.