Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
Meet Caramel Macchiato (Mac)! 🩵🐾
Location: Troy, Missouri
Adoption Fee: $550
What do you get when you mix a Chihuahua and a Miniature Dachshund? A little guy who is SO DARN ADORABLE! 🥰 Meet Caramel Macchiato, or Mac for short, a sweet 3-month-old puppy who may be a little shy at first, but warms up quickly with love, snuggles, and a little time.
At just 3.5 pounds, Mac is the smallest of the group, but don’t let his tiny size fool you! This little guy is full of playful energy and loves spending time with the other puppies. He enjoys toys, balls, and especially toys he can chew! A good game of chase or tug-of-war is right up his alley. 🩵🐾
Once Mac feels comfortable, his sweet personality begins to shine. He is looking for a family who will give him the patience, love, and guidance he needs to grow into a happy, confident companion.
🩵 Mac’s Medical & Wellness Information
Mac has been fully vetted and is microchipped. Unfortunately, we did not receive vaccine records for him other than his rabies vaccination. He will need several additional vaccines to complete his puppy vaccine series and help keep him safe and protected. Leia’s Hope will continue to keep him up to date while he is in rescue.
* 💙 Age: 3 months
* 💙 Weight: 3.5 pounds at intake
* 💙 Breed: Chihuahua / Miniature Dachshund mix
* 💙 Vaccines: Rabies documented; additional puppy vaccines needed
* 💙 Neuter: Not yet neutered due to his age and small size
* 💙 Microchipped: Yes
* 💙 Umbilical hernia: Noted during his veterinary examination; can be repaired when he is old enough for neuter surgery
* 💙 Heartworm prevention: Will be starting monthly prevention and should continue throughout his life
Because of Mac’s age and size, his adopter will be responsible for having his neuter procedure completed at the appropriate age. Leia’s Hope Canine Rescue will provide a credit directly to the adopter’s veterinarian to help with the cost of his neuter.
🩵 Nutrition & Digestive Health
Mac’s gray and tan coat appears a bit sparse on intake, which we believe may be related to poor nutrition. He has been started on Nulo Puppy food, freeze-dried raw toppers, and healthy treats, and he is doing well with his new diet.
All of the puppies arrived with Giardia and are currently more than halfway through their treatment. Thankfully, things are looking much better (if you know what I mean! 💩). We are also adding pumpkin daily and probiotics to help support their digestive health and get these sweet babies on the road to healthier systems.
🩵 Potty Training & Puppy Life
Mac is a tiny puppy with a tiny bladder, which means potty training may take a little extra time, patience, and consistency. A regular potty schedule will be important as he learns.
His family should plan to take him outside:
🐾 About every hour while awake
🐾 After eating and drinking
🐾 First thing in the morning
🐾 Last thing before bedtime
Having another confident dog in the home may also help Mac learn and build confidence with potty training.
Mac will need plenty of frequent nap times throughout the day to recharge his little batteries for his next play session! We recommend setting up a puppy pen as a safe and comfortable space where he can nap, eat, play, and sleep when his family is busy or unable to keep a close eye on him.
🩵 Small Body, Special Considerations
Mac’s tiny size means he will need extra supervision and care in his new home.
⚠️ Trip hazard: Because Mac is so small, special attention should be used around children who are running and playing, as well as older adults or anyone with physical limitations. He could easily get underfoot.
⚠️ Back and joint protection: As part Dachshund, Mac’s family should take special care to protect his back and joints. We recommend researching both the Chihuahua and Dachshund breeds so you can better understand his needs and help keep him healthy for years to come.
⚠️ Furniture safety: Mac should be taught to use stairs or a ramp when getting on and off furniture, helping to reduce the risk of injury from jumping.
Mac will benefit from a home that understands the responsibilities of raising a tiny puppy and is prepared to provide safe handling, supervision, training, and plenty of rest.
🩵 Is Mac Your Perfect Match?
Overall, Mac is just a sweet little guy who would love a family and home of his very own! He may be tiny, but he has plenty of personality, playful energy, and love to give. With patience, guidance, and a whole lot of snuggles, we believe Mac has so much potential to grow into a wonderful little companion. 🥰
If you think Caramel Macchiato might be the perfect addition to your family, we would love for you to submit an application!
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🐾 Adoption Information
Leia’s Hope Canine Rescue is a foster-based, volunteer-run rescue. All of our dogs are cared for in foster homes.
* Location: Troy, Missouri
* Travel: Applicants must be willing to travel to Troy. We do not transport or ship dogs.
* Air travel: Applicants flying must bring Caramel Mac home in the airplane cabin. He will not be permitted to travel in cargo.
* Application processing: Please allow 7–10 business days for processing.
* Meet-and-greets: An approved application is required before scheduling a meet-and-greet.
* Adoption applications: Applying does not guarantee adoption. Applications are reviewed to find the home that is the best fit for each individual dog.
A puppy is a commitment that may last 15 years or longer. Applicants should carefully consider the time, expense, training, and lifestyle changes involved in raising a puppy before applying.
Additional adoption information and applications can be found at:
🌐 leiashope.org
🩵🐾 We can’t wait to see Mac find the loving family he deserves! 🐾🩵
