Dusty

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

Dusty

Current Location

New Orleans, LA

Breed

Chihuahua&Mixed BreedMix

Physical Traits

Age: Adult, (3-8 years)
Gender: Male
Size: Small, (0-25 lbs)
Coat color: Black, Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

Personality
Housetrained, Bonded, Good with Dogs
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Dusty's Compatibility

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$300

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Dusty's Story

Dusty is a 2-year-old, 13-pound Chihuahua mix with the peculiar magnetism of a tiny creature who appears to know something important and has elected not to elaborate.<br/><br/>He is gentle, affectionate, playful when the occasion merits it, and otherwise an enthusiastic practitioner of strategic loafing. Dusty considers a warm bed one of civilization's major accomplishments and a human lap its most important sequel. He will happily accompany you through the day, not because he suspects you'll do anything interesting, but because your continued supervision has apparently become his portfolio.<br/><br/>There is something wonderfully disarming about him. He's young without being exhausting, devoted without making it a hostage negotiation, and small enough to tuck beside you while somehow possessing the gravitas of a dog who has correspondence.<br/><br/>An older person or couple would be especially lovely for Dusty. Give him an unhurried household, affection in irresponsible quantities, and somewhere soft to install himself, and he will make himself magnificently at home.<br/><br/>Dusty is currently undergoing heartworm treatment, is doing beautifully, and Take Paws Rescue is handling the entire treatment.<br/><br/>He is thirteen pounds of excellent judgment, questionable productivity, and extraordinary sweetness.<br/><br/>A very small dog. A remarkably persuasive argument for staying home.<br/><br/>PLEASE READ BELOW:<br/><br/>If you are interested in meeting and/or adopting, the first step is to complete an application and read all of our FAQs: <br/><br/>https://www.takepawsrescue.org/adopt<br/><br/>Please note: Information to determine if you might be a match for one of our animals can only be found on our application. <br/>*An inquiry, questions or introduction through Petfinder is NOT an application* <br/>All known details about our animals are posted on their profile and updated daily. Other info will be discussed in detail with the foster during the application review process. Due to the high volume of introductions/questions received we ask you to submit an application (that application can be used for any dog with Take Paws Rescue).<br/><br/>The adoption fee for adult dogs covers age appropriate vaccinations, microchip, spay/neuter if not yet performed, heartworm test & appropriate heartworm treatment by the rescue's vet. All dogs in our care are also kept up-to-date on HW/Flea Prevention.<br/>For more on this, or for additional information, including the adoption process and our adoption fee scale for all our adoptable pets (including an explanation about Benefactor Dogs), please see our FAQs page: <br/><br/>https://www.takepawsrescue.org/faq<br/><br/>Any breed labels used by Take Paws Rescue, its employees/volunteers, or on vet records provided cannot be guaranteed. Breed labels are given based on information obtained during intake and/or best guesses based on appearance and/or temperament of the dogs and Take Paws Rescue gives no assurance to the accuracy of these labels. Labels are necessary for postings to many animal networking sites, such as our website, Chewy, Pet Finder, and others. These are in no way a guarantee. Additionally, exact age and potential size cannot be guaranteed.<br/><br/>***Take Paws Rescue, based in New Orleans, saves dogs from high-kill shelters across the South, owner surrenders, and discarded dogs with uncertain futures. All of our animals live in foster homes where they are socialized and well cared for. An application will be required to make sure it's the perfect match!

Dusty is a 2-year-old, 13-pound Chihuahua mix with the peculiar magnetism of a tiny creature who appears to know something important and has elected not to elaborate.

He is gentle, affectionate, playful when the occasion merits it, and otherwise an enthusiastic practitioner of strategic loafing. Dusty considers a warm bed one of civilization's major accomplishments and a human lap its most important sequel. He will happily accompany you through the day, not because he suspects you'll do anything interesting, but because your continued supervision has apparently become his portfolio.

There is something wonderfully disarming about him. He's young without being exhausting, devoted without making it a hostage negotiation, and small enough to tuck beside you while somehow possessing the gravitas of a dog who has correspondence.

An older person or couple would be especially lovely for Dusty. Give him an unhurried household, affection in irresponsible quantities, and somewhere soft to install himself, and

Dusty is a 2-year-old, 13-pound Chihuahua mix with the peculiar magnetism of a tiny creature who appears to know something important and has elected not to elaborate.

He is gentle, affectionate, playful when the occasion merits it, and otherwise an enthusiastic practitioner of strategic loafing. Dusty considers a warm bed one of civilization's major accomplishments and a human lap its most important sequel. He will happily accompany you through the day, not because he suspects you'll do anything interesting, but because your continued supervision has apparently become his portfolio.

There is something wonderfully disarming about him. He's young without being exhausting, devoted without making it a hostage negotiation, and small enough to tuck beside you while somehow possessing the gravitas of a dog who has correspondence.

An older person or couple would be especially lovely for Dusty. Give him an unhurried household, affection in irresponsible quantities, and somewhere soft to install himself, and he will make himself magnificently at home.

Dusty is currently undergoing heartworm treatment, is doing beautifully, and Take Paws Rescue is handling the entire treatment.

He is thirteen pounds of excellent judgment, questionable productivity, and extraordinary sweetness.

A very small dog. A remarkably persuasive argument for staying home.

PLEASE READ BELOW:

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How To Adopt

Dusty was listed as Adoptable by Take Paws Rescue
How can I adopt Dusty?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Take Paws Rescue. 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 Dusty 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 Take Paws Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Dusty?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Take Paws Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Dusty, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Take Paws Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Take Paws Rescue's Adoption Policy
Thank you for your interest in adopting a wonderful rescue pet from Take Paws Rescue. We are an entirely foster-based rescue group ran by volunteers in and around the New Orleans area. Our Petfinder animal listings are updated daily with most up-to-date information about the animals available in the rescue. If you are interested in adopting, learning more about any of our rescue animals, or have questions about the adoption process, please see our website. https://www.takepawsrescue.org/faq https://www.takepawsrescue.org/adoptionapplication An inquiry/introduction on Petfinder is NOT an application.

Dusty is from Take Paws Rescue

[New Orleans, LA]

Our Mission
The mission of Take Paws Rescue is to meet the moral obligation to protect and save the lives of pets in need of rescue in Louisiana. Take Paws Rescue enacts this mission by pulling pets from shelters and preparing them for transport to fosters, adopters, rescue organizations, and other shelters around the U.S. in need of...
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