Nacho

“Howdy! My name is Nacho. I came to Washington state 2 years ago from an out of state shelter. I was brought to Washington and adopted right out from the transport van to a nice lady. The people that brought me here told the nice lady I was 8 years old. That makes me 10 years old now. I am a chihuahua and I’ll admit since I came to the nice lady I’ve put on some weight. I weigh almost 19 pounds now. That’s too much weight for my frame so I should go on a gradual weight loss plan.

“It took some time for me to learn trust. My lady was very patient with me, sitting and waiting for me to come to her. She talked to me nicely and gave me treats. Finally I decided she was OK. I’d been through a lot to get  here-a scary shelter after my former person died. Then there was a  LONG drive with strangers and other scared, barking dogs. I thought I’d finally reached my forever home but sadly, my lady is now unable to keep me and there is no “back up plan” with the people that drove me here. So here I am, in need of rehoming again and this time, I sure hope it’s truly for forever!

“When I arrived at my home there was another dog. It was an older dog and slightly bigger than me. That dog was no threat to me so I liked it. I would sometimes share a bed with him. But one day he was sick and he left, never to return. I may like another dog, if they are mellow and friendly but not too pushy!  I have never seen a cat before. I do see squirrels in the yard and I chase them. Does that mean I’d chase a cat? I can’t say for sure. What I can say for sure is that I don’t like kids. I don’t want to live in a home with them because they are unpredictable and loud. I am an anxious boy so I want an adult home where there is not a lot of coming and going.

“Speaking of coming and going, my lady is busy, busy here, and people are coming and going. It has made me nervous. My lady took me to the dog doctor and they gave her some pills to make me sleepy and less on edge. You see, I’m not a social butterfly. When people come to the house, I run to my lady’s room and hide. I have not a mean bone in my body. I am a sweet, loving boy once I get to know and trust you.

“My lady has a dog door and that has worked for me to go in and out to do my business as needed. I like to go outside and sit when it’s nice. But please, keep me safe! I need a securely fenced yard and please watch for predators. While I may be a bigger boy, once I slim down I may be at risk for hungry wildlife! I hold my potty overnight just fine so you can shut that doggy door when we go to bed.

“At night I love to sleep in the bed with my lady. She has a dog bed that I lie in on her bed. I don’t like to snuggle under the covers so you can have those all to yourself. I like to share the couch with my person and sometimes sit on her lap. I’d prefer not to be squeezed or hugged tight, that makes me worry. I will bark when I hear other dogs barking but aside from that, I’m not much of a barker.

“My lady will tell you that she’s not exercised me in the time she’s had me. I don’t go on walks and I’m not accustomed to walking on a leash. I’m not sure what to do when a leash is attached to me! Maybe I could learn to go for walks? I don’t feel as though I’m missing out on anything however I really do need to get exercise. Not just because I’m overweight but because moving is good for everyone! I love to play with toys and run around and explore my yard. My lady plays with me, it’s fun for me and it makes her smile. I can still manage stairs just fine.

“At my age, I’m a young senior for my breed. I could live for many years to come if I’m taken care of properly. Regular vet care, good dog food and exercise could mean I hang around for a long time to come! I sure hope my next human can manage this for me and will keep me for the rest of my days. It’s hard for a fellow like me to keep losing people! I am ready to start my happily ever after.”

Nacho is located in Tacoma, WA. For contact information please email: referrals@olddoghaven.org

This is a courtesy post. Nacho is not an Old Dog Haven dog. Old Dog Haven has not assessed this dog for medical issues and will not be responsible for medical care after adoption. We urge prospective adopters to do their own evaluation.