Sonny and Vinny

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

Sonny and Vinny

Current Location

Lemont, IL

Breed

Physical Traits

Age: Adult
(3-8 years)
Gender: Male
Size: Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat length: Short
Coat color: Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn, Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

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

Sonny and Vinny's Compatibility

  • This pet has bad 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

$600

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Sonny and Vinny's Story

Age/Birthdate: 3-4 years Weight: 10lbs Breed Guess: Chihuahua Mix <br/>Fully Vetted: Yes Adoption fee for both: $600<br/><br/>Any Medical or Special Needs: None<br/><br/>Temperament with:<br/>Dogs: Amazing!<br/>Cats: Unknown<br/>Children list specific ages: Prefers adults!<br/>Strangers: Slow introductions needed!<br/><br/>Training Needs:<br/>Crate Trained: Yes<br/>Potty Trained: Yes<br/><br/>Suppose you were wondering who's running the show... It's Sonny. There's no debate, no committee, and no appeals process just Sonny, confidently presiding over his household like the tiny, spicy emperor he was born to be.<br/><br/>Sonny isn't the type to launch into big cuddles or overly enthusiastic affection; he prefers to keep things classy, controlled, and entirely on his terms. Think of him as a companion who enjoys your presence... from a respectful distance... while he evaluates your performance as a roommate.<br/><br/>Let's be honest, though: this is Sonny's world, and we're all just living in it. And he would like everyone to remember that.<br/><br/>Sonny is your classic spicy Chihuahua: small in size, enormous in authority. He's got opinions, confidence, and absolutely no confusion about who should be running the household (spoiler: it's him). He doesn't ask, he declares. He doesn't suggest, he decides. Visitors are accepted on a strictly case-by-case basis, pending approval from management (Sonny).<br/><br/>Underneath the tiny dictatorship, though, there's a dog who does enjoy companionship in his own very refined way. Once you've earned your place in his inner circle, he'll share quiet company, subtle affection, and the occasional honor of existing nearby him.<br/><br/>Sonny would thrive in a calm, predictable home where his leadership skills are respected and his boundaries are honored. In return, he will generously allow you to live in his house, breathe his air, and witness his greatness on a daily basis.<br/><br/>If you're patient, dog-savvy, and ready to be lovingly ruled by a tiny spicy overlord with a very big personality, Sonny might just consider letting you join his empire.<br/><br/>His most loyal subject is his bonded friend, Vinny, and together, they are a perfectly unbalanced royal court of chaos and charm.<br/><br/>Sonny, of course, reigns supreme. The ruler. The authority. The tiny spicy emperor who oversees all household operations with unwavering confidence and absolutely zero need for input from the public.<br/><br/>And then there's Vinny.<br/><br/>Vinny is the jester, the happy-go-lucky sidekick of the kingdom, always joyful, always zooming, and deeply committed to the sacred art of having the best time possible. His entire world revolves around friendship, fun, and a tennis ball he treats like pure treasure. If Sonny is the law, Vinny is the celebration after the law is announced.<br/><br/>Together, they balance each other in a way that somehow just works. Sonny provides structure, rules, and royal judgment. Vinny provides chaos, joy, and emotional support in the form of nonstop optimism and ball-chasing enthusiasm.<br/><br/>It's a dynamic that makes perfect sense in their world: one rules the empire, the other keeps it bright, and the tennis ball remains the true center of Vinny's universe, arguably more powerful than anything else in the kingdom (though absolutely no one is saying that where Sonny can hear).<br/><br/>If you're interested in meeting King Sonny, please fill out the application below!<br/><br/>https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/33545/generic<br/><br/>Please only apply if you are ready to meet and welcome a new companion into your home within five days of approval. This dog is currently located in Chicago's southwest suburbs and can be seen by appointment once an adoption application is completed and approved by the rescue. Please note that we cannot hold dogs for any reason.<br/><br/>Breed and Age Information: Unless the puppy was born in our care, we cannot guarantee the breed or age. Breed and age estimates are based on veterinary advice, shelter records, physical appearance, and information provided by previous owners.<br/><br/>The adoption fee includes: Spay/neuter (performed at one of our partner veterinarians as scheduled by the rescue) Microchip Rabies vaccine DHPP vaccine Bordetella vaccine 4DX test (Heartworm, Anaplasmosis, Ehrlichia, Lyme Disease) General wellness care, including deworming, heartworm prevention, and flea/tick prevention Your adoption fee also helps support medical care for other rescue animals, including heartworm treatments, surgeries, and emergency care.

Age/Birthdate: 3-4 years Weight: 10lbs Breed Guess: Chihuahua Mix
Fully Vetted: Yes Adoption fee for both: $600

Any Medical or Special Needs: None

Temperament with:
Dogs: Amazing!
Cats: Unknown
Children list specific ages: Prefers adults!
Strangers: Slow introductions needed!

Training Needs:
Crate Trained: Yes
Potty Trained: Yes

Suppose you were wondering who's running the show... It's Sonny. There's no debate, no committee, and no appeals process just Sonny, confidently presiding over his household like the tiny, spicy emperor he was born to be.

Sonny isn't the type to launch into big cuddles or overly enthusiastic affection; he prefers to keep things classy, controlled, and entirely on his terms. Think of him as a companion who enjoys your presence... from a respectful distance... while he evaluates your performance as a roommate.

Let's be honest, though: this is Sonny's world, and we're all just living in it. And he would like everyone

Age/Birthdate: 3-4 years Weight: 10lbs Breed Guess: Chihuahua Mix
Fully Vetted: Yes Adoption fee for both: $600

Any Medical or Special Needs: None

Temperament with:
Dogs: Amazing!
Cats: Unknown
Children list specific ages: Prefers adults!
Strangers: Slow introductions needed!

Training Needs:
Crate Trained: Yes
Potty Trained: Yes

Suppose you were wondering who's running the show... It's Sonny. There's no debate, no committee, and no appeals process just Sonny, confidently presiding over his household like the tiny, spicy emperor he was born to be.

Sonny isn't the type to launch into big cuddles or overly enthusiastic affection; he prefers to keep things classy, controlled, and entirely on his terms. Think of him as a companion who enjoys your presence... from a respectful distance... while he evaluates your performance as a roommate.

Let's be honest, though: this is Sonny's world, and we're all just living in it. And he would like everyone to remember that.

Sonny is your classic spicy Chihuahua: small in size, enormous in authority. He's got opinions, confidence, and absolutely no confusion about who should be running the household (spoiler: it's him). He doesn't ask, he declares. He doesn't suggest, he decides. Visitors are accepted on a strictly case-by-case basis, pending approval from management (Sonny).

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How To Adopt

Sonny and Vi... was listed as ADOPTABLE by Ruby Whiskers Animal Rescue
How can I adopt Sonny and Vi...?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Ruby Whiskers 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.
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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 Ruby Whiskers Animal Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Sonny and Vi...?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Ruby Whiskers Animal Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Sonny and Vi..., they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
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Ruby Whiskers Animal Rescue's Adoption Policy
** ALL ADOPTERS MUST BE OVER 21 YEARS OF AGE 1) All potential parents must fill out an electronic adoption application. 1a) No animal will be sent home with a potential ‘parent’ the same day as the request for adoption unless approved. 2) All potential parents must have a reference/veterinarian check (if applicable). 3) All potential adoption parents must have a video home inspection (DOG adoptions only). HOME CHECKS WILL CONSIST OF VIDEO OF YARD AND LIVING SPACE EMAILED TO US. We will allow out of state adoptions as long as the dog fully vetted. 3a) CAT ADOPTIONS. We will allow out of state adoptions. Provided adopter comes in person to our location (we do not ship pets). 3c) For those with a current pet or past pet: those pets must be or have been regularly up-to-date on shots, heartworm preventative, and are currently spayed/neutered. Need home visit in order to be eligible for adoption. 3d) DOG ADOPTIONS ONLY require home checks. Home video visits are used to verify that your home is the best environment for the pet. 3e) We reserve the right to refuse adoptions/applications to those who are outside our radius. Reasons including but not limited to: time, available volunteers, gas prices, etc. 4) If you are approved for an adoption: Cash, PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, or CC is the only payment accepted. All adoptions will receive a confirmation email with detailed amount. 5) We do not adopt to persons for breeding or who are considering breeding. 6) Follow-up checks could be performed on animal adoptions. 7) If the vetting contract is broken by the adoptive family before the animal is fully vetted we will require the animal to be returned to the rescue.

Sonny and Vinny is from Ruby Whiskers Animal Rescue

[Lemont, IL]

Our Mission
Our mission is to be a voice and a home for those who do not have one. To provide love, care, and shelter for those who have never had it, or have lost it. We believe all animals are deserving. We will rescue, protect, vet, and provide hope as we search for loving forever homes for all animals that come into our care.

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