Pablo has had quite the journey. He originally came to us several years ago and spent about two years waiting for adoption. Eventually, he found a wonderful home, but after four years, his adopter became very ill, and Pablo had to come back to us.
Pablo is a sweet little boy, but he’s not what most people consider a typical dog. We suspect he was born and raised in someone’s backyard until he was rescued. The most challenging part for potential adopters is that Pablo doesn’t like to be touched. He loves being near his dog friends and his person, but he prefers not to be handled. He has never tried to bite—he simply backs away and runs off. Most people looking for a small 5-pound Chihuahua want a dog they can snuggle with, but that’s not Pablo. He’s happiest just being around people and playing with other dogs.
Pablo is potty trained using a combination of potty pads and going outside. However, he does have a habit of marking, which can be an issue for some. While he typically has an empty bladder, marking still occurs. Using a belly band isn’t an option since he doesn’t like being touched. He’s very good about following me outside and coming back in, and while he enjoys being around me, he doesn’t like being picked up or cuddled.
At my house, he stays in a gated area in the great room. I work from home and spend most of my day in that space, whether at my desk, in the kitchen, or in the living room. My home is all tile, making any marking easy to clean up, and I don’t have carpets or rugs due to years of fostering.
Pablo goes into his kennel to eat but isn’t comfortable staying in it beyond mealtime. He used to be kennel trained, but his previous adopter allowed him to sleep in an open kennel, so he no longer likes being confined overnight.
Pablo faces several challenges when it comes to finding the right home. He needs a family that can accept his unique personality, respect his boundaries, and understand that his happiness comes from being near people, not from physical affection. His new family should also be patient with his occasional marking. Pablo is who he is, and with the right family, he can thrive.
Pablo has had quite the journey. He originally came to us several years ago and spent about two years waiting for adoption. Eventually, he found a wonderful home, but after four years, his adopter became very ill, and Pablo had to come back to us.
Pablo is a sweet little boy, but he’s not what most people consider a typical dog. We suspect he was born and raised in someone’s backyard until he was rescued. The most challenging part for potential adopters is that Pablo doesn’t like to be touched. He loves being near his dog friends and his person, but he prefers not to be handled. He has never tried to bite—he simply backs away and runs off. Most people looking for a small 5-pound Chihuahua want a dog they can snuggle with, but that’s not Pablo. He’s happiest just being around people and playing with other dogs.
Pablo is potty trained using a combination of potty pads and going outside. However, he does have a habit of marking, which can be an issue for some. While he typically has an empty bladder, marking still occurs. Using a belly band isn’t an option since he doesn’t like being touched. He’s very good about following me outside and coming back in, and while he enjoys being around me, he doesn’t like being picked up or cuddled.
At my house, he stays in a gated area in the great room. I work from home and spend most of my day in that space, whether at my desk, in the kitchen, or in the living room. My home is all tile, making any marking easy to clean up, and I don’t have carpets or rugs due to years of fostering.
Pablo goes into his kennel to eat but isn’t comfortable staying in it beyond mealtime. He used to be kennel trained, but his previous adopter allowed him to sleep in an open kennel, so he no longer likes being confined overnight.
Pablo faces several challenges when it comes to finding the right home. He needs a family that can accept his unique personality, respect his boundaries, and understand that his happiness comes from being near people, not from physical affection. His new family should also be patient with his occasional marking. Pablo is who he is, and with the right family, he can thrive.
We require an application and a home visit prior to all of our adoptions. We do adopt out of state, and may have a representative from another rescue complete the home visit for us. Once the home visit is completed and approved, the dog is available for you to adopt! While this sounds like a lengthy process, it actually is often completed in a day or two. We have an adoption contract that is filled out at the time of adoption, along with adoption fee's collected at that time.
Our adoption fee's are
Under 1yr: $250
1yr to 9yrs: $200
10yrs and up: $150
We require an application and a home visit prior to all of our adoptions. We do adopt out of state, and may have a representative from another rescue complete the home visit for us. Once the home visit is completed and approved, the dog is available for you to adopt! While this sounds like a lengthy process, it actually is often completed in a day or two. We have an adoption contract that is filled out at the time of adoption, along with adoption fee's collected at that time.
Our adoption fee's are
Under 1yr: $250
1yr to 9yrs: $200
10yrs and up: $150
We are a nonprofit, 501(C)(3), all volunteer, limited admission small dog rescue organization funded by private donations and adoption fees. We are a group of individuals who are dedicated to rescuing small breed dogs who have been abandoned, abused, neglected or left behind by their former owners. Our belief is that companion animals are living beings who are not merely "pets" but family members. We strive to find homes for them who share this view. We are committed to providing them with a temporary home where they receive veterinary care, including spay or neuter, socialization, exercise, love and good nutrition until their forever home can be found. We do not discriminate against small dogs based on breed or physical disability.
Mini Mighty Mutts is a limited admissions rescue. We can only take in as many animals as our foster homes can safely and responsibly care for. We do not euthanize animals to make room for more. We simply stop taking in new animals until we have room. Each homeless dog will remain in our care until he or she finds a new home.
We are a nonprofit, 501(C)(3), all volunteer, limited admission small dog rescue organization funded by private donations and adoption fees. We are a group of individuals who are dedicated to rescuing small breed dogs who have been abandoned, abused, neglected or left behind by their former owners. Our belief is that companion animals are living beings who are not merely "pets" but family members. We strive to find homes for them who share this view. We are committed to providing them with a temporary home where they receive veterinary care, including spay or neuter, socialization, exercise, love and good nutrition until their forever home can be found. We do not discriminate against small dogs based on breed or physical disability.
Mini Mighty Mutts is a limited admissions rescue. We can only take in as many animals as our foster homes can safely and responsibly care for. We do not euthanize animals to make room for more. We simply stop taking in new animals until we have room. Each homeless dog will remain in our care until he or she finds a new home.
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