Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Story
Meet Riggs – the Tiny Gentleman with Big Feelings 🐾
Let’s just get this out of the way: the meet and greet?
Yeah… it’s gonna be awkward. For you. For him. Possibly for everyone within a 10-foot radius.
Riggs (3 years old, 14 lbs, certified chiweenie mix of mystery) is the type of guy who needs a little time to read the room. Loud noises, fast movements, or brand-new people? Hard pass. But once he decides you’re safe, it’s like flipping a switch — suddenly you’ve got a snuggle buddy, lap-warmer, and zoomie machine all rolled into one low-riding, big-hearted package.
He loves being petted by his people, curling up into a perfect little ball for naps, and doing the occasional sploot just to remind you how cute he is. He’s good with other dogs once he knows them — especially if they’re closer to his size — and finds comfort in having a canine buddy around.
Now, let’s talk honesty: Riggs is a nervous peer (the kind of guy who lets his emotions… out). He may also offer a tiny “don’t touch me” nip if he’s extremely scared. He’s not a bad boy — just a guy who’s been through some stuff and needs gentle handling and patience.
He’s crate trained (sometimes uses it as his safe space), potty trained (unless startled), and learning the leash game like a champ. He’s food motivated and making progress every day.
Riggs’ perfect home?
👉 A quiet environment with adults or older, calm kids
👉 A securely fenced yard (he’s a door dasher if spooked)
👉 A small, confident dog friend to show him the ropes
👉 A human who understands that the best things in life sometimes take a little time
He may never be the life of the party — but once you’re “his person,” you’ll be the center of his world.
So yes, the first meeting will probably be weird. But give him a little grace, a lot of love, and maybe a treat or two… and you’ll find out that this nervous little chiweenie is absolutely worth it. ❤️
All of our animals are fully vetted which includes spay/neuter, up to date on vaccines, wormed, heartworm tested and treated if necessary, up to date on flea/tick/heartworm prevention and microchipped) prior to adoption.
To start the adoption process please fill out (https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/WAG/Dog) and please read our requirements located in the application.
