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CHICO

  • Senior
  • Male
  • Medium

About CHICO

Pasadena, CA

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

Health

Vaccinated:
Yes

Adoption Fee

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CHICO's Story

#A5770209 Chico<br/><br/>Chico is a very small, senior Chihuahua at around 10 years old (possibly a bit older) and about 11 pounds. He is a male who is not yet neutered and will need to be adopted on a trust waiver. Chico came to the shelter as an owner surrender and is currently a very sensitive, cautious little guy who needs a slow, patient approach. He is recommended for an adults-only home where things are calm and predictable. At first, Chico can appear “fearful and frozen,” needing time to feel safe and understand that he can trust his surroundings. Once he warms up, his sweet personality begins to show—he will relax, sit in your lap, and gently accept pets.<br/><br/>He currently has some medical and care needs, including noticeable hair loss and long nails, and would benefit from gentle grooming and ongoing support. Chico is also noted to have a kennel mate, suggesting he may feel more comfortable with companionship in certain situations.<br/><br/>-10+ year old male Chihuahua (possibly older)<br/><br/>-Very small at ~11 lbs<br/><br/>-Not neutered yet<br/><br/>-Owner surrender<br/><br/>-“Fearful and frozen” at first; needs slow trust-building<br/><br/>-Recommended for adults-only home<br/><br/>-Once comfortable: affectionate, lap-loving, enjoys pets<br/><br/>-Hair loss and long nails; needs gentle care<br/><br/>-Has had a kennel mate<br/><br/>-Adoption requires trust waiver<br/><br/>Chico is a fragile but sweet little soul who just needs patience, safety, and kindness to feel confident again.<br/><br/>CHICO’S VIDEO:<br/><br/>https://youtube.com/shorts/Nec3je0HNSk<br/><br/>For more information, contact volunteer Karen at<br/><br/>karenklink94@hotmail.com<br/><br/>Photo Credit<br/>@Mary<br/><br/>-------<br/><br/>United Hope for Animals (UHA) is a volunteer group and does not have a facility for animals. This pet is part of our Shelter Support Program at the Baldwin Park Shelter. For more information about the pet, the adoption process, or our program please contact the Volunteer Adoption Coordinator listed above.<br/><br/>Because animals are adopted/rescued daily, please also check the United Hope for Animals Facebook page to see if an animal is still available OR call the Baldwin Park Shelter at 626-962-3577. When inquiring about an animal, please reference the animal’s ID number. This will enable the volunteer or Baldwin Park employee to locate the status of the pet. Thank you for supporting rescue.

#A5770209 Chico

Chico is a very small, senior Chihuahua at around 10 years old (possibly a bit older) and about 11 pounds. He is a male who is not yet neutered and will need to be adopted on a trust waiver. Chico came to the shelter as an owner surrender and is currently a very sensitive, cautious little guy who needs a slow, patient approach. He is recommended for an adults-only home where things are calm and predictable. At first, Chico can appear “fearful and frozen,” needing time to feel safe and understand that he can trust his surroundings. Once he warms up, his sweet personality begins to show—he will relax, sit in your lap, and gently accept pets.

He currently has some medical and care needs, including noticeable hair loss and long nails, and would benefit from gentle grooming and ongoing support. Chico is also noted to have a kennel mate, suggesting he may feel more comfortable with companionship in certain situations.

-10+ year old male Chihuahua (possibly older)

-Very small at

#A5770209 Chico

Chico is a very small, senior Chihuahua at around 10 years old (possibly a bit older) and about 11 pounds. He is a male who is not yet neutered and will need to be adopted on a trust waiver. Chico came to the shelter as an owner surrender and is currently a very sensitive, cautious little guy who needs a slow, patient approach. He is recommended for an adults-only home where things are calm and predictable. At first, Chico can appear “fearful and frozen,” needing time to feel safe and understand that he can trust his surroundings. Once he warms up, his sweet personality begins to show—he will relax, sit in your lap, and gently accept pets.

He currently has some medical and care needs, including noticeable hair loss and long nails, and would benefit from gentle grooming and ongoing support. Chico is also noted to have a kennel mate, suggesting he may feel more comfortable with companionship in certain situations.

-10+ year old male Chihuahua (possibly older)

-Very small at ~11 lbs

-Not neutered yet

-Owner surrender

-“Fearful and frozen” at first; needs slow trust-building

-Recommended for adults-only home

-Once comfortable: affectionate, lap-loving, enjoys pets

-Hair loss and long nails; needs gentle care

-Has had a kennel mate

-Adoption requires trust waiver

Chico is a fragile but swee

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How To Adopt

CHICO was listed as Adoptable by United Hope for Animals
How can I adopt CHICO?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with United Hope for Animals. 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 CHICO 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 United Hope for Animals for details on the pet.
When can I meet CHICO?
If you've submitted an inquiry, United Hope for Animals will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for CHICO, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to United Hope for Animals, and they'll be happy to help!
United Hope for Animals's Adoption Policy
Please contact the Volunteer Adoption Coordinator listed in the ad for more information. (Please note that you are contacting a volunteer, not a facility.) For pets that are part of our Shelter Support Program at the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center, you may also contact or visit the shelter directly. PLEASE HAVE THE ID# OF THE ANIMAL AVAILABLE. This is the number starting with the letter A in the description--e.g., A112222. 4275 N. Elton Street, Baldwin Park, CA Open to the public Mondays to Saturdays, 11-5 (626) 962-3577 [24-hours] https://animalcare.lacounty.gov/view-our-animals/?animalCareCenter=BALDWIN&animalType=ALL&sex=ALL&breed=ALL&animalAge=ALL&animalSize=ALL&animalStatus=ALL&animalID=&pageNumber=1&animalDetail= If a listing is marked as a COURTESY LISTING, please use the contact information in that listing. General inquiries may be sent to katja@hope4animals.org.

CHICO is from United Hope for Animals

[Pasadena, CA]

Our Mission
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Location
P.O. Box 2349 Pasadena, CA 91102-2349 Pasadena, CA, 91102

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