Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Needs special attention,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Lizzie is a chihuahua mix, 15 pounds and approximately 3 years old.
Lizzie was heartworm positive when she came to the rescue. She received treatment and is now negative, but the heartworm did leave her with some medical needs. Lizzie has chronic high blood pressure in her lungs, and with this does live with a chronic cough requiring medications to manage. She takes both Theophylline and Sildenafil twice a day and Hydrocodone syrup every 6-12 hours. She will likely need to remain on these medications as her cough persists despite the medications. Lizzie’s cough is worse at night and after naps, but it doesn’t slow her down – she is a happy and active girl!
Lizzie is an absolute angel in the house. She is potty trained and is really great in her crate, and quickly earned enough trust to be able to have free roam of her foster home. While she does not have accidents and is just fine being left home alone, she does have some urinary incontinence. She dribbles urine throughout the day, worse after having been outside for a short walk. Sometimes small drops and sometimes bigger volumes. Lizzie has been tried on two different medications for her incontinence, and at this time is taking Stilbestrol every other day. This has not stopped the incontinence but seems to reduce the amount when she does dribble. Going for longer, or more frequent walks, seem to help the most.
Lizzie doesn’t much care for toys, but she does love a good chew on pretty much anything delicious. She is incredibly food motivated, very smart and has easily learned sit, down, stay, paw and spin. Lizzie loves to walk, and will remind her family to take her out with some sassy attitude.
Lizzie is excellent with people but is showing some fear aggression with other dogs when she encounters them up close. If kept at a distance, Lizzie will usually continue right by and is happy to carry on. She has not been tested with cats, but likely would not be suited for someone with any other pets.
During her down time Lizzie loves cuddles and a good nap. Her favourite place to be is on your lap, or basking by a window in the sun. She enjoys being cradled like a baby and is comfortable sitting up beside you like a little mini human – she is quirky, spunky, sassy and so much fun to be around! Lizzie is really a sweetheart with her people, and would likely be fine with dog savvy kids older than 12.
Lizzie is a bundle of joy, and with a family that understands all of her special needs, she has a lifetime of love to give. She deserves someone willing to love her for everything that she is, and in return, Lizzie will be the most wonderful companion to her new family!
