Ghirardelli

1 year, neutered male, 12 lbs

Chihuahua mix

LIKES: Snuggling is at the very top of the list! Ghirardelli loves eye gazing, hearing kind sweet words, being told he’s such a good baby. He mostly wants to be loved and adored and to be with his favorite people whenever he can. He loves walks and treats and meal times. He’s always excited to jump in the car for an adventure. He loves having a basket of toys and regularly goes and picks out the ones he wants to interact with. He also thinks the basket of slippers is a basket of toys – luckily, while he likes to chew on them, he’s relatively gentle overall.

DISLIKES: He’s not crazy about being left behind. Though he is a good boy and a good listener and understands when lovingly told, “You stay. I’ll be back.” He gets a little nervous around strangers and big dogs, and needs to be reminded that he’s safe.

PERSONALITY TRAITS: Ghirardelli is a sweet little darling boy. He arrived nervous and a bit unsure, wanting to be close, but a little timid to make eye contact. Now he loves looking in his human’s eyes. He loves to be loved! He’s smart and funny. He’s a little boy with a deep bark that comes out when he’s feeling protective or nervous. He’s always eager to have his harness put on because he knows it means walk time.

POTTY TRAINING STATUS: He took to using the doggie door within a few days. He’s good about doing his business while out on walks. He’s close to being perfect in the potty training department. He occasionally marks, and we are working on that

CRATE TRAINING STATUS: He does not like being in a crate. He’s a very attached little boy and definitely wants to share a bed with his person and be given freedom around the house.

EXTRAS/MISC.: Ghirardelli is shy at first but attached quickly to his foster Mom. Once he is comfortable with someone, he bonds very well. He's sweet and cuddly and the best snuggler. He has done very well with the two dogs in his foster home. He loves to run and would likely enjoy dog parks. Occasionally he tries to resource guard his person or his food, but he is a smart young guy who wants to please. Once he gets the message that it won't be tolerated, he stops and is easily redirected. Treats work very well for him as a motivator. Some dogs do just fine being left by themselves for a large chunks of time – Ghirardelli would not be a good fit for that type of situation.

To further inquire about GHIRARDELLI, submit an application.

https://www.wigglytails.org/adoption-application

Tell us about yourself, family, other pets, and how GHIRARDELLI will mesh with your lifestyle. Qualifying applicants will be contacted by our Adoption Coordinator with next steps and an opportunity to set up a Meet & Greet.

Our process is NOT a “first come, first served” process. (We DO NOT hold pets for later consideration.) Our team carefully reviews and interviews applicants for the best possible fit for each adoptable pet, and potential family. Submitting an application does not guarantee a call or response from our rescue. Our volunteers will screen the applications and reach out if it is determined to be a good fit.

We look forward to facilitating a positive and solid adoption for GHIRARDELLI as well as his future family.

*Fostered in Eugene/Springfield, Oregon

https://www.wigglytails.org/adoption-application

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