Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet CW Tiny, Young, and Ready to Grow Up With Her Forever Family Breed: Chiweenie — Chihuahua / Dachshund Mix Gender: Female | Age: 03/22/2026 | Weight: 8 lbs Good With: Dogs âï¸ | Kids âï¸ | Cats: Unknown Personality: Young | â¤ï¸ Sweet | Playful | Affectionate Medical: âï¸ Spayed | âï¸ Vaccinations Up to Date Location: Los Angeles, California Transportation: Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe transportation for approved adopters throughout the United States. â¤ï¸ Personality & Breed Information CW is an adorable 6-month-old Chiweenie, a Chihuahua/Dachshund mix, weighing just 8 pounds. She's still a young puppy with plenty of growing, learning, and discovering ahead of her. At six months old, CW is entering an important stage of puppyhood. She's developing her adult personality, learning household expectations, and figuring out how the world works. Her future family will have the wonderful opportunity—and responsibility—of helping shape the dog she becomes. CW is good with other dogs and children, while her compatibility with cats is currently unknown. As a Chiweenie, CW may inherit characteristics from both of her breeds. Chihuahuas are often affectionate, alert, intelligent, lively, and strongly attached to their people. Dachshunds may be curious, playful, clever, affectionate, and full of personality. Together, this can make for a little dog with a big personality, an inquisitive mind, and a strong desire to be involved with her family. CW would benefit from: Daily age-appropriate walks Playtime and interactive toys Positive-reinforcement training Mental enrichment Continued positive socialization Consistent routines and boundaries Plenty of affection and companionship She may only weigh 8 pounds, but CW still needs opportunities to walk, explore, play, learn, and experience the world safely. Training, Adjustment & What to Expect At six months old, CW is still very much a puppy. Her adopter should be prepared to continue teaching her all the skills she'll need as an adult dog. Rescue dogs may arrive with basic training at best, so her family should be ready to work on: House training Leash manners Basic commands Recall Appropriate chewing Calm greetings Household boundaries Positive socialization Building confidence and independence Training should always be patient, consistent, and based on positive reinforcement. Because CW is a small Chihuahua/Dachshund mix, her family should also be mindful of her physical safety. Avoid unnecessary jumping from high furniture, rough handling, or play that could result in injury. Ramps or steps may be helpful for furniture access, particularly if she develops the longer body shape associated with Dachshunds. The 3-3-3 Rule 3 Days to decompress and begin feeling safe 3 Weeks to understand her new household routine 3 Months to fully settle in, build trust, and feel at home For a puppy, those first months are also an important period of learning and development. Patience and consistency now can make a lasting difference. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care CW is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations. Her future family should continue providing routine veterinary wellness exams, recommended vaccine boosters, flea/tick/heartworm and parasite prevention, dental care, quality nutrition, healthy weight management, grooming and nail care, and veterinary treatment whenever needed. Because she is a small dog, dental health and healthy weight management will be particularly important. If she develops a longer Dachshund-like body, maintaining a lean, healthy weight and limiting excessive jumping can also help reduce unnecessary strain on her back and joints. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting CW, please complete an adoption application at: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Ozzie and Friends Rescue is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to rescuing dogs in need and helping them find safe, loving forever homes. While based in Southern California, we coordinate safe transportation for approved adopters throughout the United States. Adopting a puppy means committing to much more than the adorable little dog you see today. It means providing training, veterinary care, patience, security, companionship, and love through puppyhood, adulthood, and eventually her senior years. CW is only six months old and eight little pounds, with nearly her entire life still ahead of her. She's ready for first adventures, new lessons, cozy nights, and years of memories with a family of her own. Choose CW now, and you'll get the incredible privilege of watching your tiny puppy grow into your lifelong best friend. September 23, 2026, 12:12 am
