Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
Location: Medicine Hat, AB //
Age: Approx 3 years old //
Sex: Neutered male //
Size: 10lbs //
Energy level: Medium //
Dogs: Yes //
Cats: Yes //
Kids: Yes //
This sweet little albino Chihuahua has a heart full of love and a mission to make sure no human ever feels lonely again. Whether he's curled up beside you on the couch, accompanying you on a neighbourhood stroll, or dramatically dancing on his hind legs in hopes of a treat or cuddle, Angel wants nothing more than to be close to his people. 🐾
Angel is a sweet, cuddly Chihuahua with a big personality packed into a tiny body. His foster family describes him as **calm, relaxed, confident, and incredibly affectionate**. These days, Angel is much more comfortable in his surroundings and has really started to settle into the rhythm of home life.
He loves being wherever his people are and is perfectly happy to spend the day hanging out with you. His ideal evening? A nice walk followed by cuddles on the couch, and then stretching out across the bed like he pays the mortgage. 😂
Angel has also discovered that life is about more than cuddles! He enjoys playing with toys, chasing them around the yard, and having gentle wrestling matches with his foster sister. He gets along wonderfully with dogs of all sizes and has become very comfortable living alongside his canine foster siblings. He's also generally good with cats, although he may take a little more interest if another dog starts chasing them.
His favourite activities are pretty simple: **eat, walk, sleep, repeat.** 🐾 He's an excellent walking buddy and happily keeps up with the bigger dogs on two 45-minute walks each day. He's good on leash, although rabbits and birds can sometimes get his attention and bring out a little extra enthusiasm.
Angel has come a **long way** since arriving in foster care. He's gained confidence, learned to navigate stairs, become more comfortable around other dogs, and is now able to free-roam the main level with his foster family and canine companions. His recall is coming along nicely when food is involved, and his foster family is working on sit, down, and stay.
There are still a few things Angel is learning. He's partially house trained and needs frequent bathroom breaks, so he'll need a family willing to continue working on his potty training. He's also not crate trained and doesn't love being left alone for long periods. Because of this, Angel would do best in a home where someone is around most of the time. He can manage a few hours alone, but a family with a flexible schedule or someone who works from home would be ideal.
Angel is currently taking medication to help manage his anxiety, and his foster family has seen wonderful progress as he's settled in. He'll need adopters who are willing to continue providing the patience, consistency, and routine that have helped him thrive.
And, of course, we can't forget his looks! With his snowy-white coat and adorable pink features, his foster family says he looks just like **Pinky from *Pinky and the Brain***. And honestly… they're not wrong.
Angel is looking for someone who will give him the time he needs to continue growing into the confident, happy little dog we know he can be. In return, you'll get a gentle, affectionate companion who simply wants to be by your side.
**If your idea of the perfect dog is someone who wants to walk with you, cuddle with you, eat with you, sleep beside you, and basically participate in everything you do… Angel might be your guy.** ❤️
If you would like to meet Angel please complete an application: https://www.ruffstartanimalrescue.com/dog-application-form
