Queenie - Chihuahua and Dachshund Dog for Adoption in Plainfield, Illinois

Meet Queenie aka Bee
Queenie was born around May 9 and is a 2lb small breed, suspect chi or dachshund mix.

Queenie is pint size but has a big girl personality! She is fearless and loves other dogs and great with cats. In her foster home, she has been with both big and small dogs. She loves to wrestle and bite her foster dog friends in their ankles to get them to chase. She loves chasing her balls and anything crinkly. She is very friendly and smart - learning touch and sit! She is great with potty pads and sleeps quietly at night after a little complaining. She loves to go in yard to play with her leash since she is so tiny. A fence even with small animal fencing wont yet be safe for Queenie so she will need yard supervision and a leash since she is also quick on her feet.

Queenie likes to grumble when playing and might be chatty as she gets older. She would love another dog to play with in her forever home. Would do best with smaller breed experience. She does still bite and nibble which is age appropriate so does need toys/treats and redirection.

Queenie loves to be held when she isnt running, wrestling, playing fetch. She also loves curl up in her donut bed to observe the room and nap with her friends. Like every Queen she is selective with her food and the color of her water bowls and prefers a variety of wet food and white bowls only. She also likes her treats to be broken up small. Queenie needs to be supervised and continue her crate training since she still doesnt understand appropriate chewing.

Her perfect family would have time home to snuggle and play, another dog to chase or wrestle with and an understanding of small breeds/puppies. Queenie will also need puppy school in a few weeks to keep her on the right course for learning and socializing.


If you are interested in adopting/meeting this pup , please complete our online adoption application that you can find here: https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/dog-adoption-application . Your application will be reviewed by our team and if it is a good fit, we will be in touch!

The adoption fee of $550 will include spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate/required vaccinations, treatment for heartworm, and any other necessary medical treatment to ensure a healthy new pup for your family. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Although we do our best to describe the breed, since our pups all come from shelters, we can not and will not make any guarantee on breed or size. We can tell you that they are 100% RESCUED! And that is the BEST breed!

*Please note that we are a foster home-based rescue and we do home visits as part of the adoption process - we are unable to adopt to families who live outside of the Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Thank you for your understanding.

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.

The dachshund is a small dog breed known for its long body, short legs, and distinctive appearance. Originally bred for hunting badgers, these playful and loyal dogs make loving companions for families. Dachshunds come in three coat varieties smooth, wirehaired, and longhaired each with its own unique charm. Despite their size, dachshunds are bold and courageous, with a curious nature that can sometimes lead to mischief. Their endearing personality and adaptability make them popular pets worldwide.

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