Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
Name: Rex
Gender: Male
Breed Guess: Chihuahua Mix
Age: 5 years old
Weight Guess: 8-10 pounds
Cats: Yes
Children: No
Dogs: Yes, would do best with another dog. Meet and Greet Required
Adoption fee: $350
Hello! I'm a timid guy who takes time to bond with people, but I promise I'm worth the wait! I recently lost my person of many years and I'm still feeling a little sad about it. Right now, I find the most comfort in other dogs - I do great with cats, but having another dog around gives me confidence and makes me happy. I understand that people take care of my needs, but for now, I prefer bonding with my four-legged friends first.
I need a quiet and patient home because quick movements and loud noises can scare me. I'm still working on potty training - I know to go outside, but I need a good schedule to avoid accidents. Speaking of the outdoors, I love being outside, but I'm an extreme flight risk. I need someone who is slow and gentle with me, but can also react quickly if I become spooked. A fully fenced in yard is ideal, but even then, I should be leashed at first - if I run, you will have a hard time catching me!
When it comes to food, I'm a bit picky. Dry food isn't really my thing, but wet food and hot dogs - now you're speaking my language! Once I start to trust you, I absolutely love car rides, especially when I can look out the window and take in the world around me - just no wind in my face, please! I'm harness trained rather than collar trained as my uniquely shaped head makes it too easy for me to slip out of a collar. I'm crate trained and my crate is my safe place.
If you have a loving heart and a whole lot of patience, I might be the perfect dog for you. Just remember that I won't bond with you right away but give me time, and I just might surprise you.
I've been at the ARP since 2/24/25 and am currently in foster.
The Animal Rescue Project (www.animalrescueproject.org) is committed to the best possible veterinary care for the pets it rescues and it is looking for adopters who will be similarly committed.
Adoptions are NOT first come, first served! We seek to choose the best fit for the approved adopter and pet.
Please understand that these animals are still new to us and their needs and requirements can change at any time as we learn more about them. We will try our best to get them updated online as soon as possible.
All dogs and puppies are given a general check-up when they enter our program. They receive medication to remove any intestinal parasites (worms), fleas, and ticks they may have. Dogs greater than six months of age are checked for heartworm. If heartworm positive, the Animal Rescue Project treats the disease. Dogs and pups receive all age-appropriate vaccinations for distemper, and dogs greater than four months of age are also vaccinated for rabies, in compliance with State of Michigan laws. All dogs are also microchipped.
Most dogs and older puppies are spayed or neutered before adoption. In the case of puppies not old enough to be safely sterilized, a $50 deposit is required at the time of adoption and is refunded to the adopter with proof of sterilization.
The Animal Rescue Project requires every adopter to establish an active relationship with a veterinarian no later than 10 days after adoption. Adopters will receive a plan for routine veterinary care at the time of adoption and are expected to work with their vet to complete the plan.
