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My name is Iris and Niles!

Posted 1 week ago

My basic info

Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
21214285

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Niles and Iris are the cutest little Chihuahua mixes! They are a very resilient pair that are learning that the world isn’t such a scary place. We are so proud of the quick progress that they have made, which has been in a big part thanks to having one another! They have each helped the other become more trusting of people and more brave of the outside world. Even though they did not know each other before coming to the shelter, they have created an undeniable bond and we are now looking to send them home together!

Once they come out of their shells they are such big LOVES! Niles is always seeking out affection now, looking for pets and belly rubs. Iris comes and pops up on your knee looking for some love and giving her adorable “love nibbles” and licks to your fingers. She almost gives too many kisses, she is so affectionate.

Both pups had no idea how to walk on leash before coming to the shelter, it was clear they had just never done it before. Niles now leads the walk, always so excited to go out and explore. He tries to “walk” the other pups in the office as we’re getting all leashed up for the walk. It is beyond adorable. Iris is a great walker, but is not one to lead the charge so to speak.

When they go home, they will need lots of patience, as they will slide back a bit and be nervous in a new environment. However, with how quickly they came around to us at the shelter, they will be showing their goofy and lovable personalities in no time!

January 17, 2025, 2:58 pm
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
21214285
Contact
Address
1700 Adolfo Lopez Dr., Seal Beach, CA 90740

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Adoption Fees
Dogs $150, Puppies under 6 months $225
Cats $75 over 5 years
Cats between 6 months-5 years $100
Kittens under 6 months $130
* See our website for periodic adoption promotions and specials.**

Dog adoptions include a written application and an on site interview. All family members, including other resident dogs, must meet the new dog.

The adoption process for cats and kittens includes:
A detailed application.
An interview with the potential adopter(s).
And a home visit, in some circumstances.

To ensure the best possible match for our cats and kittens, all applications are reviewed by our adoption committee and determination can take up to 48 hours.

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We are an all-volunteer, no-kill, non-profit animal shelter formed in 1986 to find homes for the dogs, cats lost within our city limits. We are a California non-profit 501-C3 corporation # 33-0192138 so all donations are tax-deductible.

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