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Stewart

  • Senior
  • Male
  • Small

About Stewart

Foster, RI

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Short
Apricot / Beige, White / Cream

Behavior

Personality
Independent, Fearful
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Stewart’s Compatibility

    This pet has bad 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.

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Stewart's Story

Stewart is ready for retirement! This senior Chihuahua is 10-12 years old and weighs 9 pounds. Stewart is an independent pup. He can be quite fearful and needs time to warm up to new people. If you move too fast or force affection, he may nip or bare his teeth, but it’s a reaction rooted in fear and means he's asking for space.<br/><br/>When Stewart first arrived, he spent most of his time curled up in one of the open pens along the walls, quietly observing. But as he grew more comfortable, he began exploring more and sleeping in beds near the other dogs. He is now more confident approaching people and joining in on group activities like outside time and gathering in the kitchen for treats.<br/><br/>While he may never be a clingy dog, we know he'll continue making progress and opening up, given the space and time to do so.<br/><br/>Medically, Stewart is blind in his right eye and has limited vision in his left. He was recently neutered and had dental surgery. When he arrived, his liver values were elevated; they are now in the normal range.<br/><br/>Stewart is up-to-date on his vaccinations and recently had full blood work.<br/><br/>If you're interested in adopting Stewart, please submit an application at vintagepetrescue.org/adopt

Stewart is ready for retirement! This senior Chihuahua is 10-12 years old and weighs 9 pounds. Stewart is an independent pup. He can be quite fearful and needs time to warm up to new people. If you move too fast or force affection, he may nip or bare his teeth, but it’s a reaction rooted in fear and means he's asking for space.

When Stewart first arrived, he spent most of his time curled up in one of the open pens along the walls, quietly observing. But as he grew more comfortable, he began exploring more and sleeping in beds near the other dogs. He is now more confident approaching people and joining in on group activities like outside time and gathering in the kitchen for treats.

While he may never be a clingy dog, we know he'll continue making progress and opening up, given the space and time to do so.

Medically, Stewart is blind in his right eye and has limited vision in his left. He was recently neutered and had dental surgery. When he arrived, his liver values were elevated; they are now in t

Stewart is ready for retirement! This senior Chihuahua is 10-12 years old and weighs 9 pounds. Stewart is an independent pup. He can be quite fearful and needs time to warm up to new people. If you move too fast or force affection, he may nip or bare his teeth, but it’s a reaction rooted in fear and means he's asking for space.

When Stewart first arrived, he spent most of his time curled up in one of the open pens along the walls, quietly observing. But as he grew more comfortable, he began exploring more and sleeping in beds near the other dogs. He is now more confident approaching people and joining in on group activities like outside time and gathering in the kitchen for treats.

While he may never be a clingy dog, we know he'll continue making progress and opening up, given the space and time to do so.

Medically, Stewart is blind in his right eye and has limited vision in his left. He was recently neutered and had dental surgery. When he arrived, his liver values were elevated; they are now in the normal range.

Stewart is up-to-date on his vaccinations and recently had full blood work.

If you're interested in adopting Stewart, please submit an application at vintagepetrescue.org/adopt

How To Adopt

Stewart was listed as ADOPTABLE by Vintage Pet Rescue
How can I adopt Stewart?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Vintage Pet 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 Stewart 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 Vintage Pet Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Stewart?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Vintage Pet Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Stewart, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Vintage Pet Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Vintage Pet Rescue's Adoption Policy
We primarily adopt out to people in the Rhode Island area (RI-MA-CT) who have experience with caring for senior dogs (though experience is not always required). When adopting from Vintage Pet Rescue, you are signing up to give a dog the best final months or years of their life, however long that may be.

Stewart is from Vintage Pet Rescue

[Foster, RI]

Our Mission
The mission of Vintage Pet Rescue is to protect and advocate for homeless senior dogs in need. We provide cage-free, sanctuary living for all our residents, help unwanted seniors find love in their final years through our foster and adoption programs, and leverage social media to increase public awareness and interest in sa...
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