Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Story
Nimbus is a beautiful female Chihuahua with a gentle spirit, a sweet personality, and a story that deserves a much happier ending. She was found living on the streets, and after coming into our care, we learned that she has Cushing’s disease. Cushing’s disease is a condition in dogs where the body produces too much cortisol, a hormone that helps regulate stress and many important body functions. In dogs, it can cause symptoms such as increased thirst and urination, increased appetite, panting, thinning hair, skin changes, muscle weakness, and the characteristic rounded or “pot-bellied” appearance. Nimbus is currently receiving the medical care and treatment she needs, and with proper management and veterinary monitoring, many dogs with Cushing’s can continue to enjoy a good quality of life. Despite everything she has been through, Nimbus remains incredibly loving and affectionate. She enjoys being close to her people, soaking up attention, and simply feeling safe. She has a calm, tender presence and the kind of personality that makes you want to protect her and remind her every day that she is finally loved. Nimbus is looking for a family who will see beyond her diagnosis and give her the stability, care, and companionship she has always deserved. After surviving life on the streets, she is ready for something very simple: a soft bed, a loving home, and a person who will never let her feel forgotten again.
