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Rocket

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

About Rocket

Osteen, FL

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
Yes

Rocket’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown 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.

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Rocket's Story

Apply to Adopt Me!<br/><br/>Rocket is one of the happiest little chihuahuas you will ever meet. This cute 4-year-old little guy came to Lil Rascals weighing only 4 lbs., but he has now doubled his weight to more than 8 lbs. and gained tons of confidence. Rocket is super smart, and just the most cuddliest boy ever. He loves to snuggle up against you, nuzzling into your neck. He currently lives with several other fur siblings - dogs and a cat - and does great with all of them. He prefers to hang out with his fur friends and follows them during back yard explorations. But sometimes he hangs out with one of his foster sisters, who we think has a little bit of a crush on him. Rocket is house trained, and he quietly stands by the back door to indicate when he needs to go out. He has adjusted to wearing a harness, and is still a little leery of walking on a leash, but with practice he should do well. Rocket came to our rescue with limited vision, so he had a visit with our eye specialist and it was determined that he has Progressive Retinal Atrophy, in which the retina slowly deteriorates and he eventually becomes blind. His retina is much thinner than it should be and the blood vessels are tiny. This is a hereditary condition, but is not painful. Despite his condition, he is just the happiest little boy. He is extremely smart; he “sees” with his ears and nose, and quickly maps out his domain after which he has no issues navigating. He follows his fur siblings outside and he is comfortable running outside during daytime when the bright light allows him to see shadows better - just take a look at his video. He should be fed separately to keep others from eating his food. Rocket will do best an uncluttered environment, with a laid-back companion dog that will help him build his self-confidence in his new surroundings. He will come with his favorite bed and blanket. We are requiring an adult-only home for him and a fenced yard where he can walk around freely. This sweetheart of a dog has so much love to give. If you live in the Central Florida/Orlando area and believe you have the perfect home for Rocket, please complete an app and tell us more about your family.

Apply to Adopt Me!

Rocket is one of the happiest little chihuahuas you will ever meet. This cute 4-year-old little guy came to Lil Rascals weighing only 4 lbs., but he has now doubled his weight to more than 8 lbs. and gained tons of confidence. Rocket is super smart, and just the most cuddliest boy ever. He loves to snuggle up against you, nuzzling into your neck. He currently lives with several other fur siblings - dogs and a cat - and does great with all of them. He prefers to hang out with his fur friends and follows them during back yard explorations. But sometimes he hangs out with one of his foster sisters, who we think has a little bit of a crush on him. Rocket is house trained, and he quietly stands by the back door to indicate when he needs to go out. He has adjusted to wearing a harness, and is still a little leery of walking on a leash, but with practice he should do well. Rocket came to our rescue with limited vision, so he had a visit with our eye specialist and it was determined that he has Progressiv

Apply to Adopt Me!

Rocket is one of the happiest little chihuahuas you will ever meet. This cute 4-year-old little guy came to Lil Rascals weighing only 4 lbs., but he has now doubled his weight to more than 8 lbs. and gained tons of confidence. Rocket is super smart, and just the most cuddliest boy ever. He loves to snuggle up against you, nuzzling into your neck. He currently lives with several other fur siblings - dogs and a cat - and does great with all of them. He prefers to hang out with his fur friends and follows them during back yard explorations. But sometimes he hangs out with one of his foster sisters, who we think has a little bit of a crush on him. Rocket is house trained, and he quietly stands by the back door to indicate when he needs to go out. He has adjusted to wearing a harness, and is still a little leery of walking on a leash, but with practice he should do well. Rocket came to our rescue with limited vision, so he had a visit with our eye specialist and it was determined that he has Progressive Retinal Atrophy, in which the retina slowly deteriorates and he eventually becomes blind. His retina is much thinner than it should be and the blood vessels are tiny. This is a hereditary condition, but is not painful. Despite his condition, he is just the happiest little boy. He is extremely smart; he “sees” with his ears and nose, and quickly maps out his domain after which he has no issues na

How To Adopt

Rocket was listed as Adoptable by Lil Rascals Dog Rescue
How can I adopt Rocket?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Lil Rascals Dog 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 Rocket 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 Lil Rascals Dog Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rocket?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Lil Rascals Dog Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rocket, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Lil Rascals Dog Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Lil Rascals Dog Rescue's Adoption Policy
To be considered an adopter, you must: The applicant must be 21 years of age or older. The application must have the knowledge and consent of your landlord if you do not own your property. All deposits required by your landlord must be paid prior to the finalization of the adoption. Please note that pet policy will be checked. The applicant must agree to a home check and must live in central Florida where a volunteer can perform the home check. The applicant must take full/complete responsibility for this dog for its lifetime. The applicant must agree to keep your dog on a monthly heart worm and flea preventative. We do not have a central location/facility to visit our animals. Our rescue's animals reside in the homes of our volunteers, and meet and greets are typically scheduled for approved adopters only and by appointment.

Rocket is from Lil Rascals Dog Rescue

[Osteen, FL]

Our Mission
Lil Rascals Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer dog rescue in Central Florida that began for the same reason many others begin their rescue missions. There is a need in every community, in every town, city and country to help those who have no voice: the abused, abandoned and neglected dogs of this world. We are here to help sav...
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