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Hi, I'm

Chipper

Chihuahua

currently located at

Lil Rascals Dog Rescue

Sanford, FL

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age

Senior

gender

Male

color

White - with Black

size

Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

pet id

45385035

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My story

Apply to Adopt Me! Meet the most handsome guy in town, Chipper also known as Chippy. He is a beautiful approx. 12-year-old, 10 pound black and white, long-haired chihuahua mix. He may even be younger than 12, as he certainly acts younger. Little Chippy had a rough start in his life, after his owner went to jail and the girlfriend abandoned three dogs in a hot trailer with no electricity. When he first came into the rescue, he was very scared, unsure and not trusting of people. He would growl and show his teeth if you came toward him, especially with hands. He will still growl when he is unsure and will need his space. By his reactions, he could have been mistreated. He likes to be cuddled and sit with you on the couch watching TV. He plays with squeaky toys, and gets along with his fur siblings, but doesn’t have much interest in them. He loves to go on walks with two of his other fosters. He is house trained and sits quietly riding in the car. Chippy sleeps in his foster mom's bedroom at night in his big comfy bed. Chippy is still learning that people can be trusted, and that he can be loved and feel comfort where he lives. He may get a little growly when he is unsure. He’s beginning to realize life is good and is becoming a bouncy boy who gets excited when you come home or when you’re ready to take him for a walk. He’s an absolutely adorable little boy. The more love you give this little guy the more he responds. He can't wait to find a loving home that will help him live his happiest life .  Chipper needs an all-adult home without children and with someone who is very experienced with a reactive chihuahua who will growl and will mostly likely show his teeth occasionally, someone who won't be discouraged or intimidated by this reactive behavior. (Please explain your past experience with owning an aggressive dog and how you worked through it on your application.) If you live in the Central Florida/Orlando area and believe you have the perfect home for Chipper, please complete an app and tell us more about you.   August 5, 2025, 11:15 pm

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Chipper, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.

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Lil Rascals Dog Rescue

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P.O. Box 4321

Sanford, FL 32772

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