Lalo - Chihuahua Dog for Adoption in New York, New York

Lalo is a 4-year-old, 10-pound male mixed breed from Alabama. He is a cute, bold, affectionate, and curious little dog who approaches life with enthusiasm. Lalo loves people and likes to be involved in whatever they are doing. He is still learning how to settle when his people are around.

Walks are social outings, and Lalo is always looking for his next opportunity to say hello. He actively seeks out human interaction and expects everyone he meets to pet him.

Lalo is a true velcro dog, but he settles well overnight on his own and has also shown that he can relax when left home alone for a few hours. Human interaction is his favorite thing in the world, and he would happily spend all day with his people if given the chance. He also enjoys toys and playtime, although people will always win if he has to choose. Because he is so engaged with the people around him, he relaxes best in a quiet space with less activity and distraction.

Lalo is a smart little dog who quickly learned "sit" and "down." He loves his meals and never misses breakfast or dinner, but when it comes to training, he is often more motivated by attention, praise, and affection than treats.

Lalo appears to be house trained and quickly settled into his routine. He uses pee pads overnight and does his business outside during the day when taken out regularly.

Lalo is learning the sights and sounds of city life. He generally stays close to his person on leash, but the noise and stimulation of a busy New York street can sometimes be overwhelming. When that happens, Lalo may stop and take a break before continuing on his way.

Lalo is very interested in other dogs and can become over-aroused during dog interactions. He is still learning appropriate dog-to-dog social skills, and proper introductions with any potential dog siblings is a must.

While Lalo has not yet had many opportunities to interact with children, his one interaction so far was very positive and he was friendly and affectionate.

Lalo is looking for a home where he will be a central part of daily life. He thrives on companionship and loves being around his person or people. His forever home will need to continue helping him build calm indoor manners and reinforce the progress he has already been making.

Vaccinated for rabies, DHPP, and bordetella, spayed/neutered and microchipped. Negative for heartworm disease and current on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.

To apply for Lalo, visit our website (www.waggytailrescue.org) for an adoption application. It is important to fill out an application as soon as possible for consideration, and we require a complete application for you to meet an animal. We are currently unable to respond to general email inquiries as an all-volunteer run rescue. If the dog is on our website, they are still available.

Waggytail Rescue CANNOT guarantee the exact age of any adoptable dog, or final size of any of our adoptable puppies. We rely on the information provided to us by veterinarians, shelters, owner surrenders and other circumstances bringing the dog into our rescue.

Adoptions: adopt@waggytailrescue.org

The Chihuahua is a small breed famous for its confidence, loyalty, and big personality, despite its tiny size. Originating from Mexico, these dogs are known for their large, expressive eyes and alert, curious nature. Chihuahuas make excellent companions, forming strong bonds with their owners and displaying a protective nature. They come in a variety of coat colors and patterns, with both long and short coats, making them a diverse and adorable addition to any family.

Founded in 2004, Waggytail Rescue is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has rescued over 6000 abandoned dogs (300 each...