Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Animal Rescue of the Rockies believes every pet should find a wonderful and caring home. To ensure Billy #3 finds the best possible home, we ask you fill out our adoption application so we can learn more about you and your household. We review each application in the order submitted and will contact you within 72 hours (please check your spam folder for our emails) . Billy #3 | 5-year-old Chihuahua mix | Your sweet little snuggle bug Billy is a 5-year-old, 12-pound Chihuahua mix who is a sweet, gentle little guy who can be a bit shy and nervous at first. Once he gets to know you, though, he becomes your devoted little shadow and wants nothing more than to be with his people. He loves belly rubs, being petted, and cuddling with his favorite person, and he has quickly settled into his foster family's routine. Billy does well with dogs of all sizes, from Chihuahuas to a 130-pound Newfoundland, and is friendly and submissive with everyone he meets. He has also done well with cats and was curious about them at first but has never tried to chase them. He hasn't met children yet, but he would likely do best with kids around 8 or older who understand how to respect a dog's space, as he can be nervous around loud noises and sudden movements. Billy enjoys his daily walks and is learning to enjoy toys and chew bones. He walks reasonably well, although he likes to pull and has a tendency to circle around his person, so some care may be needed around anyone who is unsteady on their feet. He is quickly learning sit and understands "no," and he responds very well to food and affection. He is also comfortable in the car with a seatbelt tether and is becoming more comfortable having his feet handled. Billy is making good progress with his house training. Since he was neutered only about a month ago, he is still working through some marking and wears a belly band as he continues to learn. He does best with regular potty breaks during the day and sleeps through the night without accidents. He absolutely hates being crated and can bark and whine for a while before settling, although he does much better when left loose with other dogs for short periods. His ideal home would have someone around much of the time and, preferably, another friendly, confident dog who can help show him the ropes. Billy is a loving little guy who wants to please and, most importantly, wants to be loved. With a patient family, a canine friend, and plenty of companionship, he should continue to blossom into the happy, confident companion he is meant to be. As with any dog adjusting to a new home, accidents can happen while he settles into his new routine. If you and the dog are a good match then we'll connect you with our dog's foster parents to chat more in-depth. If both you and the foster agree that the dog is a good fit then a meet and greet is scheduled. We require applicants' dogs to meet ours to ensure they get along. We'll ask you to read and sign our adoption agreement and pay the adoption fee to complete the adoption when it comes time. Our adoption fees help cover the costs of saving more lives! A home visit will be scheduled within one week of your new pet going home with you. The adoption fee for this pet is $400. Our adoption fee covers the following: Spay/neuter Microchip DAPP vaccinations as age-appropriate for the dog. Rabies vaccinations as age-appropriate for the dog. Adopters shall be responsible for all vaccinations after adoption. Please fill out an adoption application by clicking here . Please give us 72 hours to review your application and respond to you. (Remember to check your spam folder for our emails!) We want our pets to go to a lifelong new home, so thank you for your patience during the adoption process! Please email dogs@arrcolorado.org for more information, as we can't accept calls. PLEASE NOTE: The breed listed is the information we've received from the shelter. Shelters usually guess at the breed, so there is no guarantee, as we don't DNA test our foster pets. Here is some interesting info on breed identification: https://arrcolorado.org/category/puppy-dog-tips/ Our adoption process is: 1. Fill out our Adoption Application online. We'll contact you within 48 hours to answer any questions you may have about the pet. 2. If the pet looks like a great match, we'll schedule a meet and greet and ask you to fill out our online Adoption Agreement if you'd like to proceed with adopting. Once you've completed the Adoption Agreement and pay the pet's Adoption Fee, you can arrange to pick up your new furry family member! November 12, 2026, 12:14 am
