Leon

  • Puppy
  • Male
  • Small

Leon

Current Location

Bedford Hills, NY

Breed

Chihuahua&TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Age: Puppy, (less than 1 year)
Gender: Male
Size: Small, (0-25 lbs)
Coat color: Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

Behavior

House-trained: Unknown

Health

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

Leon'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

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Leon's Story

Hi everyone, I am Leon, a 3 month old, 7 pound Chihuahua/Terrier mix. Although my name means "lion" and "brave-hearted," I am not quite there yet. I started my life on the streets with my two sisters, Lottie and Letty. Right now, people are still really scary to me because of past experiences, and I sometimes feel like all humans are scary. <br/><br/>However, with the help of my foster mother, I am learning that this is not the case. I am discovering that people actually want to love me and they give me really yummy food and super fun toys. I love playing with my sisters and take a lot of comfort in their company. Although we are not a bonded trio, having another dog in my future home would help me continue learning how to no longer be a cowardly lion, but a brave and loved one. On that note, little kids also still make me a bit nervous, so a home with older kids would be best. While I wait for my forever family, I am going to keep experiencing endless love and joy with my siblings and my foster mama. <br/><br/><br/>Thank you so much for your interest in adopting a dog from A New Chance Animal Rescue (https://anewchancear.org). We are a 501c3, tax deductible organization. ANCAR is a foster-based rescue, and we adopt within a 90 mile radius of Bedford Hills, NY. You will find the adoption application here: (https://anewchancear.org/adopt/adoption-application/). All fields on the application must be completed. Please read about the adoption process (https://www.anewchancear.org/adopt/our-adoption-process/) so you'll know what to expect when you submit.<br/><br/>Our dogs are in foster care and we do NOT have a shelter or boarding facility. AN APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL AND APPROVED BEFORE A DOG CAN BE MET. This is a firm policy. Our busy volunteers are not able to respond to questions about the dog or dog meeting requests in the absence of an application. We know these dogs very well because they are in foster care. Please read the profiles of the dog(s) you are interested in prior to submitting an application. If there are specific requirements stated (ie: Fenced Yard or Canine Friend Required) these are included because they are vital to the happiness, health, safety and adoption success of that dog. <br/><br/>We are only able to save as many dogs as we have foster homes (https://www.anewchancear.org/foster/faqs/) and resources for. We provide medical care including vaccinations, testing, deworming, spaying/neutering and microchipping before transporting our dogs. We provide all supplies, preventatives and any follow up vet care necessary while they are in foster care. These costs are high and the number of lives we can save is entirely dependent upon donations from people like you. We do not receive funding from private foundations or government sources. If you can find room in your heart to help us, with any amount, we are truly grateful (https://www.anewchancear.org/help/donate/). We are a 501c3 organization, so all donations are tax-deductible. It is only through the kindness of supporters like you that we are 'changing lives...one tail at a time' by providing our dogs with 'A New Chance.' (https://anewchancear.org) <br/><br/>Thanks so much.

Hi everyone, I am Leon, a 3 month old, 7 pound Chihuahua/Terrier mix. Although my name means "lion" and "brave-hearted," I am not quite there yet. I started my life on the streets with my two sisters, Lottie and Letty. Right now, people are still really scary to me because of past experiences, and I sometimes feel like all humans are scary.

However, with the help of my foster mother, I am learning that this is not the case. I am discovering that people actually want to love me and they give me really yummy food and super fun toys. I love playing with my sisters and take a lot of comfort in their company. Although we are not a bonded trio, having another dog in my future home would help me continue learning how to no longer be a cowardly lion, but a brave and loved one. On that note, little kids also still make me a bit nervous, so a home with older kids would be best. While I wait for my forever family, I am going to keep experiencing endless love and joy with my siblings and my foster mama.


Thank

Hi everyone, I am Leon, a 3 month old, 7 pound Chihuahua/Terrier mix. Although my name means "lion" and "brave-hearted," I am not quite there yet. I started my life on the streets with my two sisters, Lottie and Letty. Right now, people are still really scary to me because of past experiences, and I sometimes feel like all humans are scary.

However, with the help of my foster mother, I am learning that this is not the case. I am discovering that people actually want to love me and they give me really yummy food and super fun toys. I love playing with my sisters and take a lot of comfort in their company. Although we are not a bonded trio, having another dog in my future home would help me continue learning how to no longer be a cowardly lion, but a brave and loved one. On that note, little kids also still make me a bit nervous, so a home with older kids would be best. While I wait for my forever family, I am going to keep experiencing endless love and joy with my siblings and my foster mama.


Thank you so much for your interest in adopting a dog from A New Chance Animal Rescue (https://anewchancear.org). We are a 501c3, tax deductible organization. ANCAR is a foster-based rescue, and we adopt within a 90 mile radius of Bedford Hills, NY. You will find the adoption application here: (https://anewchancear.org/adopt/adoption-application/). All fields on the application must be completed. Ple

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How To Adopt

Leon was listed as Adoptable by A New Chance Animal Rescue
How can I adopt Leon?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with A New Chance Animal 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 Leon 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 A New Chance Animal Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Leon?
If you've submitted an inquiry, A New Chance Animal Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Leon, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to A New Chance Animal Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
A New Chance Animal Rescue's Adoption Policy
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Leon is from A New Chance Animal Rescue

[Bedford Hills, NY]

Our Mission
A New Chance Animal Rescue is a volunteer, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to rescue dogs in need of homes and match them to a warm, loving, safe, and healthy environment.  We do not have a shelter or facility and rely solely on foster homes to house our dogs, so every foster home is another life saved. All ...
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Visits by appointment only
Location
PO Box 215 Bedford Hills, NY, 10507

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