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Every week we'll introduce you to a rescue animal seeking a forever home.Name: Ray Charles Age: Between 8 - 10 years old Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chi and Chi Mix/small dog rescue. Meet Ray Charles, Ray Ray for short. Ray Ray is a Chihuahua/terrier mix with pumpklin spice colored soft fur and a contagiously happy attitude. Ray Ray is full of energy, despite the belief he is 8-10 years young. He runs and trots in large circles near the entrance door when his foster mom comes home. Ray Ray goes down in his play posture to greet his person then jumps in little spurts of happiness when rubbed. Ray Ray came into the foster home and immediately began 'learning' his new…
Name: Reggie Rescue: VIP Rescue Reggie is house trained, crate trained and well behaved. He has silky white fur that is soft to touch. He is altered and up to date on all his vaccines, heart worm negative and on preventative. Reggie does have a heart murmur and takes a common medication that is inexpensive. Reggie's foster mom can give whoever adopts him all of this information. Reggie would be a great companion for adults. Due to his age, children would not be appropriate. Reggie has been in the VIP foster system a long time and would to find a forever home. Remember, senior dogs make great …
Name: Tesse Age: 8 years old Rescue: VIP Rescue Tesse is an 8-year-old mini poodle ready for a forever home. Tesse was found in a ditch near a creek. She was badly injured with puncture wounds, de-hydrated and past caring if she ate or not. It was a miracle that she was found. Her body was covered in dead leaves and her wounds were infested with insects. Further injuries to the eyes made her life expectancy that more questionable. Tesse has survived though through the dedicated work of her original veternarian care staff and the volunteer staff of her Rescue. Tesse was also given a spa day …
Name: Boo Boo Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Boo Boo is a very special boy. He is a senior cocker spaniel /chihuahua mix who is blind. Boo Boo is about 9 years old and has heightened hearing and smell and learns his environment very quickly. He was featured as a Gulfport Patch Rescue of the week in December 2010 with the hope of being adopted. Now, Boo Boo is looking for a forever foster home not adoption. He has a health issue that would prevent him from being adopted but not from being a wonderful and loving companion for a special person. You see - Boo Boo has cancer of the …
Name: Baby Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas-Chihuahua Rescue Adoption fee: $0.00 (just love) Baby is a special little girl and needs a special person. Baby is a wonderful mixed breed dog - a lilttle chihuahua, a little pug, a little beagle and a big heart. You may remember Baby as a former rescue of the week in January on Gulfport Patch. She has yet to find her forever home. Baby was saved from a high kill shelter when no one else would take her. She has been in Chihuahua Rescue for two years. Baby did have a job when she came to the rescue, working as a greeter at the local Pasedena Pet Motel and …
Name: Briny Age: 1 - 3 years old Weight: 6 - 7 pounds Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Meet Briny, an adorable, female Applehead Chihuahua. Briny is a rarity in her breed as she is a true brindle, what some call a Calico Chihuahua. Briny is about 1-3 years of age. She weighs about 6-7 pounds. Briny is a little chunky around the middle but would love to walk with you to lose those ounces. Briny is very playful and gets along with other small dogs. Like a true Chihuahua, she is protective of her person but affectionate and loves to give kisses. One of Briny's favorite positions is on…
Name: Coco Age: Two Weight: 10 lbs. Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Coco is a handsome, chocolate Chihuahua. Coco is a former Rescue of the Week on Gulfport Patch. He was adopted by a senior woman who could not deal with his rambunctious puppy status. He ended up back in rescue and is now looking for his forever home. Coco is described as a ladies man. He prefers to be around female dogs and sometimes appears to be quite flirtatious. Coco's foster dad encourages socialization with other dogs and persons. He is a walker and will fit into your walking plan. Coco likes to play with …
Names: Nellie & Neddie Ages: 4 and 12 Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Meet Nellie and Neddie, a father/daughter combination, full of love and devotion for their special human. Nellie is a 4-year-old, 7 pound, "blue" long coated Chihuahua. She has white and brown markings as well. At first look, her coat appears to be a dark brown but is actually a blue/grey fur variation in dogs. Nellie is very friendly and gets along with all of the other dogs and cats. She is a "selective" eater and considers herself quite a princess. Neddie is a 12-year-old, 7 pound tri-color Chihuahua. He is …
Name: Frodo Weight: 5 lbs Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Meet Frodo, named for his hobbit like appearance and happy-go-lucky demeanor. Frodo is a lightweight "quintessential apple head Chihuahua”. Frodo is all white with tan ears and engaging little eyes. Frodo likes to play with other dogs and small toys. Frodo's behavior is very "Chihuahua," which includes a protectiveness of his human person and territorial behavior. Therefore, Frodo is a dog for adults only! His ideal owner would be an adult or adults with no children. Children more than 10 years old may be acceptable if …
Name: Almond Age: 1 1/2 Weight: 7 lbs Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Almond is a playful and energetic redhead Chihuahua. Almond is 1 1/2 years old and weighs about 7 pounds. She gets along with and runs with her foster playmates and loves her toys and chews. While Almond is playful, she also likes to snuggle and cuddle on your lap and near to your seat. Despite her ability to run "like a bullit" and "jump like a deer", she is small and fragile. Very young children are not for her. Almond would be good with older children and adults, especially adults that like to walk. Almond is…
Name: Rozzie Age: 10 Weight: 12 lbs Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas Adoption fee: Donation Rozzie is a warm, tenderhearted little girl who is patient with younger pups and gracious with her older companions. Twelve pound Rozzie is a young 10 years. She still likes to prance and dance when she wants a treat or go outside. She likes to play with the younger dogs and enjoys a delicious chew. Rozzie never allows her foster mom out of her sight. She is right at the side of the chair, at the feet, near the lap or in the lap. She enjoys a leisurely paced walk and will tell you when she must use the little …
Name: Theo Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Age: 4 - 6 years old Weight: 8 pounds Theo is a super sweet 8 pound male Chihuahua. He is about 4 to 6 years old. Theo loves to be near his owner and loves attention and kisses. He is currently being fostered with another Chihuahua, a Pekingese, a cat and a Cockatiel. He gets along great with everyone but can be a little shy at first. He is such a sweet heart! Theo was rescued from a high kill shelter. Theo is neutered and on flea & tick preventative, Comfortis and heartworm preventative Heartguard. Theo came in with a few potty training …
Name: Harry Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Adoption Fee: $150 Harry is an adorable little boy who is part Chihuahua - part Min Pin. Charlie is 7.5 pounds of muscle with a short and stocky compact Chihuahua body and a black and tan long nosed Min Pin face. He is about 6 to 8 years old. Harry is very protective of his territory and his human companion. He would not be suitable for young children. He likes to walk on his leash, roll in the grass, play with his toys or bones and snuggle up on a good lap and give kisses. Harry is an all around terrific little fellow. Be careful with …
Name: Bennie Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue. Adoption Fee: $200 Bennie is a Jack Russell/Chihuahua (and maybe a little unknown something) Mix. Bennie is a young boy and loves his toys. He is in constant play 'mode'. He gets along with other dogs and might like another four legged playmate. It is unknown how he acts with cats. Bennie would be a good companion for adults and older children above the age of 8 years old. He would be a good walker and exercise partner. Bennie can be a lap dog as well as a playmate and very loving and loyal. Bennie is up to date on all his vaccines, …
Name: Bandit Age: Seven Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas Adoption Fee: $150.00 Meet Bandit, a cute little chihuahua of 7 years that is looking for his 'real' forever home. Bandit was originally adopted through another chihauhua rescue that no longer operates in Florida. He was recently found at a county shelter and returned to his foster mom, whose address was still associated with his microchip. Bandit is now looking for his real forever home with help from Limbo Chihuahuas. Bandit is very playful and gets along with other dogs. He loves to cuddle with people and his foster mom describes him as a "…
Name: Dugan Age: He is estimated to be between 6 and 8 years old. Weight: 8 pounds Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Dugan is a sweet and beautiful 8-pound ball of fluffy and soft fur. He is a chocolate Chi-Weenie, a dog that is part Chihuahua - part Dachshund. Dugan was rescued from a high kill shelter. Although initially shy and fearful, he is now blossoming and bonding to his foster mom and becoming the companion that most people would want. Dugan enjoys walking on his leash now, playing with the other dogs and warming the lap of his human. His biggest hobby is giving kisses. …
Name: Simon Rescue: VIP Rescue Simon is a golden Llapso Apso. He's an energetic young dog who also loves to cuddle on the couch while his favorite person is relaxing. Simon likes to go for car rides, walks and plays well with his toys. Believe it or not, Simon actually likes taking a good bath. Simon's specialty is giving big kisses and animal crackers are his favorite treat. Simon did have heartworms. He was treated and cured. He is up to date on all of his vaccines and is neutered. Simon never forgets to take his heartguard tablet monthly. Simon is fostered by VIP Rescue, an all volunteer …
Name: Booty Age: 8 Weight: 22 lbs Rescue: VIP Rescue Booty is eight years old and is a "bulky" 22 pounds. Booty could use some playtime and walks to slim down and lose some excess baggage. Booty is housetrained and up-to-date on all of his vaccines. Booty has been neutered and comes with a microchip. Although Booty is a willing lap dog and loves his persons, he is not a dog that will fit in with children. Booty's original owner passed on and Booty found himself with a young family who adopted him. He did not adjust to the children in the family and was turned in to the rescue. Booty would do …
Name: Chucky Rescue: VIP (Very Important Poodle) Rescue Age: 7 Meet Chucky, a cute little poodle that is available for adoption through VIP Rescue. Chucky is approximately 7-years-old, up to date on his vaccinations, has been neutered and tested negative for heartworm. Chucky is a medium sized dog and slightly overweight. He is very people friendly but is cautious around larger dogs. Chucky is housebroken and always practices good manners. He would make a great companion for a single person or couple. Because of his age he would do well with older children. For more information on Chucky or …
Name: Mickey Age: 6-Years-Old Weight: 13 lbs Rescue: Limbo Chihuahuas - Chihuahua Rescue Adoption fee: $150.00 Meet Mickey, a young brindle marked Chihuahua/terrier mix. Mickey is approximately 6 years old and is up to date on her all her vaccines. She has an appointment on April 27, 2011 to be spayed. Mickey is from a local shelter and was one of 160 dogs confiscated from a hoarder. At first, Mickey was very shy and afraid of people. She was obviously not used to being handled. Within a few days of being in foster care, Mickey adjusted to human touch. She is a very affectionate little girl …