Skip to content
Petfinder Logo
Find a dogFind a cat
Favorites

Chess

  • Puppy
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler

Chess

Current Location

Reading, PA

Breed

Australian Cattle Dog / Blue HeelerMix

Physical Traits

Age: Puppy, (less than 1 year)
Gender: Male
Size: Medium, (26-60 lbs)

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Friendly, Smart, Funny, Brave, Curious, Loyal, Loves Kisses, Playful
House-trained: Unknown

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
No
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Chess's Compatibility

  • This pet has good compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has good compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$650

Petfinder recommends that you should always take reasonable security steps before making online payments.

Chess's Story

CHESS<br/><br/>Cattle Dog X Chihuahua<br/>Weight: 10lbs<br/>Estimated birthday: 5/13/26 <br/><br/>Meet Chess: tiny strategist, professional heart-stealer.<br/><br/>Don’t let that serious name fool you... Chess is just a goofy little puppy trying to figure out his next move! He and his siblings were found surviving on the streets, covered in fleas with bloated little bellies. Those days are behind him, and Chess is officially ready to live the spoiled-puppy life.<br/><br/>His master plan?<br/>Step 1: Find family.<br/>Step 2: Acquire snacks.<br/>Step 3: Take over couch.<br/>Step 4: Live happily ever after.<br/><br/>Your move... to bring him home! <br/><br/> Vaccinated with age appropriate vaccines and microchipped<br/> Kennel & potty training in progress<br/> Dog, cat and kid friendly<br/><br/>Want to meet this sweetheart? Fill out an application here: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SUN/Dog <br/><br/>Alteration contract needs to be signed by adopter to complete Adoption<br/><br/>To view more photos and videos, please visit:<br/>https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1y8rFoYmhwiW3F6AJKDB1pt5oEWXqnFtu?usp=sharing<br/><br/>To learn more about Sunnyside Street Dogs rescue, please visit https://sunnysidestreetdogs.org <br/><br/>*Our adoption fees are based on the vetting we put into each dog. Fees for puppies (under 12 months) are higher because they require more vetting than dogs over 1 year.<br/><br/>*Listed breed is based on a best guess estimation by rescue and veterinary staff; DNA tests are not included in adoption. <br/><br/>*Our adopters are eligible to receive 50% off training with Curbed Behaviors Dog Training for programs booked within 30 days of adoption, and 25% off programs booked within 60-90 days of adoption. <br/><br/>*All of our adopters are invited to join our “Alum Pupdates” Facebook group, to share their story and their adorable pup with fellow Sunnyside Street Dogs adopters!<br/><br/>*We have a strong adoption process, backed by reviews from previous adopters. Check out our reviews on Google and Facebook.

CHESS

Cattle Dog X Chihuahua
Weight: 10lbs
Estimated birthday: 5/13/26

Meet Chess: tiny strategist, professional heart-stealer.

Don’t let that serious name fool you... Chess is just a goofy little puppy trying to figure out his next move! He and his siblings were found surviving on the streets, covered in fleas with bloated little bellies. Those days are behind him, and Chess is officially ready to live the spoiled-puppy life.

His master plan?
Step 1: Find family.
Step 2: Acquire snacks.
Step 3: Take over couch.
Step 4: Live happily ever after.

Your move... to bring him home!

Vaccinated with age appropriate vaccines and microchipped
Kennel & potty training in progress
Dog, cat and kid friendly

Want to meet this sweetheart? Fill out an application here: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SUN/Dog

Alteration contract needs to be signed by adopter to complete Adoption

To view more photos and videos, ple

CHESS

Cattle Dog X Chihuahua
Weight: 10lbs
Estimated birthday: 5/13/26

Meet Chess: tiny strategist, professional heart-stealer.

Don’t let that serious name fool you... Chess is just a goofy little puppy trying to figure out his next move! He and his siblings were found surviving on the streets, covered in fleas with bloated little bellies. Those days are behind him, and Chess is officially ready to live the spoiled-puppy life.

His master plan?
Step 1: Find family.
Step 2: Acquire snacks.
Step 3: Take over couch.
Step 4: Live happily ever after.

Your move... to bring him home!

Vaccinated with age appropriate vaccines and microchipped
Kennel & potty training in progress
Dog, cat and kid friendly

Want to meet this sweetheart? Fill out an application here: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SUN/Dog

Alteration contract needs to be signed by adopter to complete Adoption

To view more photos and videos, please visit:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1y8rFoYmhwiW3F6AJKDB1pt5oEWXqnFtu?usp=sharing

To learn more about Sunnyside Street Dogs rescue, please visit https://sunnysidestreetdogs.org

*Our adoption fees are based on the vetting we put into each dog. Fees for puppies (under 12 months) are higher because they require more vetting than dogs over 1 year.

*Listed

Consider Chess for adoption?

How To Adopt

Chess was listed as Adoptable by Sunnyside Street Dogs
How can I adopt Chess?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Sunnyside Street Dogs. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Chess is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Sunnyside Street Dogs for details on the pet.
When can I meet Chess?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Sunnyside Street Dogs will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Chess, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Sunnyside Street Dogs, and they'll be happy to help!
Sunnyside Street Dogs's Adoption Policy
Application is received and reviewed. References will be checked. A home visit in person or on face time will be completed at a mutually convenient time. After the adoption fee paid and contract(s) signed, the dog or puppy can be picked up or transported. Transportation is included in the adoption fee if you live outside of Texas. The availability of the transport company, foster or volunteer transporter, and adopter will determine when the dog unites with their new forever person/people. Pets going on transport will have a health certificate completed by a veterinarian declaring the pet healthy for transport. Read more on transport below. If a dog/puppy goes to their forever home without being spayed or neutered, the adopter needs to sign a sterilization contract - promising they will get their dog/puppy spayed or neutered. Listed breed and age are based on a best guess estimation by rescue and veterinary staff; DNA tests are not included in adoption. If a dog is adopted out of state, they will arrive to their destination via ground transport, unless the adopter will pick up. We coordinate with multiple transport services that operate weekly to Eastern states and bi-weekly or monthly to Western states from Texas to your state or a neighboring state. These are ground transports using third party vehicles (vans/buses) converted for dog transport. Each adopter has the ability to track the van using the app Life360, and receives updates from transport along the way. Facebook chats are another resource to stay informed on tracking dogs on transport. Please be able to use one of these available services if you wish to follow your adopted dog on transport.

Chess is from Sunnyside Street Dogs

[Houston, TX]

Our Mission
We are dedicated to bringing awareness to the animal welfare problem in Houston, Texas. Our mission is to show compassion to these dogs one at time while spreading awareness and promoting change in Houston and the surrounding communities.
Visit Our Profile Page
Adoption Policy
Visits by appointment only

Consider Chess for adoption?

Finding pets for you...

Finding pets for you...