Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Needs special attention,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Are you ready to open your heart to a senior furry friend in need? Meet Buddy, an 8 lb chihuahua mix with lanky legs that hint at a possible greyhound heritage. Affectionately nicknamed “Elliott the Littlest Reindeer” by his foster mom, Buddy's unique posture and gait are due to arthritis in his back legs.
Found in a construction site, Buddy's exact age is unknown, but he's estimated to be around 10 years old. Despite his health challenges, Buddy is as mild-mannered and loving as they come. He may grumble if another dog disturbs his nap, but overall he gets along well with other dogs and would likely do fine with a cat that respects his space.
Buddy does have some special health needs, including kidney issues that require a special diet and daily medication, but he's an absolute joy to have around. He loves nothing more than following his person, snuggling under the covers, and going for walks. And while he may bark when someone new comes to the door, it's the most unobtrusive bark you'll ever hear.
Buddy truly is a gem, and he's looking for the right person or family to stick with him through his golden years. Buddy is scheduled to have dental surgery due to severe gum disease on Aug 15th and will be ready for adoption after that.
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If you are interested in finding out more about Buddy - please fill out an adoption application by copying and pasting the following link into your browser:
http://bit.ly/2JnZqK5
Buddy is being fostered in Worcester county.
The adoption fee is $150.
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Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most of the dogs, we are only guessing at the predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not by breed label.
We expect that all adopted dogs will enroll in a formal dog training class with their new owners. Obedience and training classes are an excellent way to learn more about your newly adopted dog, gain handling and training experience, and improve your relationship with your pet.
