The Chihuahua is a tiny dog with a huge personality. A national symbol of Mexico, these alert and amusing “purse dogs” stand among the oldest breeds of the Americas, with a lineage going back to the ancient kingdoms of pre-Columbian times. The Chihuahua is a balanced, graceful dog of terrier-like demeanor, weighing no more than 6 pounds. The rounded “apple” head is a breed hallmark. The erect ears and full, luminous eyes are acutely expressive. Coats come in many colors and patterns, and can be long or short. The varieties are identical except for coat. Chihuahuas possess loyalty, charm, and big-dog attitude. Even tiny dogs require training, and without it this clever scamp will rule your household like a little Napoleon. Compact and confident, Chihuahuas are ideal city pets. They are too small for roughhousing with kids, and special care must be taken in cold weather, but Chihuahuas are adaptable, as long as they get lots of quality time in their preferred lap.
When Jack contacted Almost Home Foster & Rescue he was looking for a small, 5# dog who wanted to cuddle and would bond with his human. Jack wanted Rocky. At 5.5#, and a lover of a lap dog, there was none better…Rocky was exactly what Jack was looking for and wanted. Last Thursday Rocky and Jack met and Rocky stayed behind with Jack. We received the first pupdate the next morning:
“So Rocky and I had the best night! He slept all snuggled up to me the entire night, not one restless moment, and it was heaven. He is just a lover and loves to just snuggle with me all the time, which is exactly what I was looking for. So far this is an ideal match! Again, thank you so much.
