Snuggles

Snuggles is a 13-pound Pomeranian-Chihuahua mix. This darling girl turns 10 in December of this year. She is a young senior who, up until recently, lived a pretty isolated life. Snuggles was a devoted pet of a senior woman until she had to go into a care facility. Extended family has taken Snuggles in. She has opened up and become attached to the man of the home, which tells us Snuggles is able to adapt and learn to trust. Unfortunately, this is not a permanent home, so we are hoping to help Snuggles find the home she needs. We also hope that this next home will be her last and final home!

A home where she is the only animal in the home may suit Snuggles best. She has never lived with other dogs or cats. Snuggles would react “protectively” when she and her former owner came across dogs. It could be that she could be OK with another dog her size and age who would welcome her and not pose a threat. We can’t say for sure. A dog who was never properly socialized or introduced to others needs proper introduction. Snuggles has always believed she needed to protect her person from other dogs. She has never had the chance to learn how to exist with another dog. We don’t want to set Snuggles up for failure. She needs a committed, compassionate home with people who will help her feel secure. Snuggles has never been around children, and considering she has always lived in an adult family home, we think it best for that to continue.

Snuggles enjoys daily walks and is said to be “great” on leash. She can manage stairs without issue. Snuggles can go quite a few hours between potty breaks. Understandably, staying home alone can cause her to be anxious. However, no one can be home 24/7, and she has learned to adapt to being home alone. It is healthy for a dog to be able to stay home when necessary. Snuggles just needs time to settle into her new home and learn the new routine. Snuggles will bark when people come to the door-typical dog behavior! But we are told she settles down when she is reassured that all is OK.

Snuggles had a dental surgery in June of this year. Aside from that, at this time Snuggles has no medical issues to be addressed. As always, we recommend that regular veterinary care, good quality dog food, and regular grooming be provided by her adopter. With a name like Snuggles, you know that with time and patience, the devotion, loyalty, companionship, and love of this girl will be well worth the effort!

Snuggles is located in Gresham, OR. For contact information please email: referrals@olddoghaven.org

This 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.

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