🐶 Basics
● Dog’s Name (include nicknames – we know you have them!):
o Chippy
o Sir Chippy Chip, Chip Storm, Mister Chill
● Age / Size: 10 years old, 18-20lbs
Surrendered in Texas after a child in the household was not treating him well
💛 Personality Snapshot
● Describe in 3–5 words:
o Quiet, Kind, Easy-going
● Energy level (Low / Moderate / High):
o Low
● More people‑oriented or independent?
o Both, he will go to his bed if he wants quiet time and ask to sit on the couch when he wants human time.
● How do they handle new situations?
o He will observe and participate at his own pace, then he will nudge towards you with his tail wagging and a big smile.
🐕 Social & Home Life
● How are they with people (adults/kids/new people)?
o Very friendly
● How are they with other dogs?
o He will let them know if they’re too close or too hyper for him with a soft growl. He quickly got along with our female dog, who is very excited to have him around
● Behavior when left alone or when guests visit:
o He went to his first small dog meetup and made new friends easily. When he’s had enough socialization, he asked to get put in the dog bag where he slept the rest of the time.
🎓 Training & Manners
● Potty trained?
o Yes, he will walk towards the door to let you know
● Crate trained?
o N/A
● Leash skills:
o Very good leash walker
● Commands known (if any):
o Sit, stay, come, leave it, etc. - all of the basics!
🌞 Daily Life
● Typical day with you:
o Morning walk, breakfast, nap or play with our dog, noon walk & training, snack time, nap/play, afternoon longer walk, dinner, couch TV nap, at least 2 more potty breaks before sleep
● Exercise needs:
o Increasing his walks slowly to get him used to the pace. He follows our dog pace for a while but needs to take a break in the middle of the walk. He can go up to a mile!
● Favorite activities or toys:
o Sniffing and watching Central Park wildlife
o Napping under a blanket
o Sitting in the dog bag and observing dogs & people
o Running around with our dog and getting licks from her
🌱 Growth Areas
● Anything they’re still working on?
o Longer walk time
o Adjusting to the cold
● What helps them succeed?
o Positive encouragement
o Treats
o Watching other dogs navigate around the city
🏡 Ideal Home
● Only dog / With dog / Either:
o Either
● Good fit for apartment living?
o Yes
● Best type of household (active, moderate, calm):
o Calm-to-Moderate
o He is very adaptable and wants to explore more
● What kind of adopter would be the best match?
o A patient adopter who also doesn’t mind going a little slow and cuddling on the couch
💙 Foster Note
Chippy has made a positive impact on our lives by telling us to slow down and chill with him. We’ve met more pups on our walk when taking a break due to his friendly demeanor. He can take a nap anywhere there’s a rug: kitchen, bathroom, office, living room, etc. He also tolerates our hyper pup, who adores him with lots of kisses and nudges to play. He doesn’t always like it, and now they have an understanding of when he needs some space. On our walks, he has started to pick up the space by simply following our dog’s pace! So, he is very adaptable and just wants to hear he is loved.
INTERESTED IN ADOPTING?
To adopt Chippy, apply on our website www.truenorthrescue.org/adopt and email adopt.truenorthrescue@gmail.com to follow up on your application.
PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL TO ASK IF HE/SHE IS AVAILABLE. IF THIS LISTING IS UP, THE DOG IS NOT ADOPTED YET.
Also, we have a very high volume of applications and we are all volunteers. We cannot respond to every application personally. Please make sure your application gives us a good picture of your family and the life you plan on providing a dog from our rescue. We choose a home based on the BEST FIT for EACH dog and approve on a dog by dog basis. Thank you!
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