Miranda is a 5 year old, spayed, 15 pound chihuahua mix that is house broken. She is current on all her shots. She is very lovable and protective of her territory. She loves to cuddle. She needs a home where she is the ONLY pet. With other pets, she can be food aggressive. She currently eats Members Mark pet food from Sam’s Club. She likes all the flavors that are offered: Lamb, beef, chicken, and salmon. She currently is taking two salmon omega-3 chews daily. She is crate trained. She also takes calming chews when necessary. She is on heart worm medication monthly and is taking Bravecto flea control. She will come to her new home with 6 months of heart worm medication, calming medication and two weeks of the salmon omega-3 chews (Amazon). One of her favorite treats is freeze dried chicken from Sam’s Club. To ensure that she goes to a safe home, the cost for her and the items that will come with her is $75. That cost covers the calming chews, the salmon omega-3 chews, a Ziploc gallon bag full of her dry food, and the freeze dried chicken, as well as the 6-month supply of heart worm medication.
I have been taking her to the Outpatient Veterinary clinic on 10th street, out past the 10th street Walmart (Dr Stewart?). Prior to the outpatient Vet clinic, she’s been seen at Firetower Animal Hospital, and the Animal Hospital of Greenville near the intersection of E. 14th St. and Greenville Boulevard.
Dog: Primary Breed:
Chihuahua
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
June 30, 2021
Where did you get your pet?:
Online
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.:
She was adopted from Freedom Run foster program
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
August 2021
Size (at full-grown):
Small
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
15
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Eating homemade foods, snuggling with her person, she likes to try to catch snow when her human shovels, she has tons of toys and won’t play with them
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Bedtime, leave it, sit (even though she doesn’t do it much), stop, go potty
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
She does fairly well when left alone for a short time. For longer times, she is crate trained and she loves her crate.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Loud noises, fast movements, being played with roughly
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
We free feed, she loves to go on short walks, she has been to groomers and likes it, she goes to bed about 7pm nightly and gets up around 6am but does remain quiet until someone comes to let her out
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
None
Has your dog ever been diagnosed with or treated for any of the following? (Please check all that apply, even if your dog has fully recovered. This helps us provide the best support for future families.):
Allergies (environmental or food-related)
Anaplasmosis (tick-borne)
Anxiety Issues
Arthritis or Joint Pain
Canine Distemper
Chronic Ear Infections
Dental Disease
Ehrlichiosis (tick-borne)
Heartworm
Influenza
Kennel Cough
Leptospirosis
Lipomas, Cysts, or Other Lumps/Bumps
Lyme Disease
Parvovirus
Seizures
Skin Conditions
Vaccine Reactions
Other
Additional notes about your dog’s health history::
We tried putting her on Prozac, but she would eat the treat it would be given in, but would not inject the pill
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
She has bit my other dog. She has never bit a person. She just barks at them.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Toenails and anal glands get taken care of by her groomer about every 8 weeks
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
Just pedigree dentasticks
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Timid
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Cats
Good with Young Children
Bonded Pair
Purebred
Crate Trained
Comes When Called
Needs Training
Likes Car Rides
Likes to Swim
Requires A Fenced Yard
Jumps Fences
Growls at Strangers
Is Afraid of Storms
Digs
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
How is your dog with cats?:
Shy: A bit nervous around cats but not aggressive.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
Her snuggles and kisses
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
She is the only animal, ages of any children, bonding with the family
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Pet Behavior
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
Food aggression
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?:
Dr. Stewart with Outpatient Veterinary Clinic
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Members Mark, any flavor
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
City, State:
Greenville, NC
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Joyful Pets
Service Level:
Standard Placement: Full Support + Custom Profile
