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Pepito

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Description

Male, 11 months, chihuahua X, 7 lbs

Pepito is about one year old and weighs only 7 pounds. He doesn’t walk like a normal dog, he prances, very cute. He loves the outdoors, even though the weather is not the same as what he was used to in California.

We have not heard Pepito bark yet. We have heard him whine, and howl, only on the first couple of days when we left the room for too long.

His favorite spot is in my lap, he even watches TV. But he is also happy to sleep by my feet or in the kennel. He is playful, so far only with me, since our older dogs are not interested in playing anymore.

Pepito has come a long way since he came to Calgary. He had never been on a leash, never been inside a house.

He knows to trust me and he has no possessive issues. He now knows our routine and is comfortable in our home.

Walking on a leash is getting better. He prefers walking in an urban setting, and is more skittish in green spaces. He is fascinated by intersections, as if he wants to explore more neighborhoods.

Pepito is skittish around people; and during walks, dogs come attached to people (I am not sure if he is scared of the dog or the owner). He has gotten much better but will need some patience to trust humans more.

We have two older Papillons and he enjoys walking in the pack, trying very hard to hang in there. But he also often wanders off, hanging back, slowly sniffing around. Living with a well-adjusted dog that he can learn from and play with would be beneficial but is not a condition.

Pepito does most of his business outside now. Otherwise he uses the pee-pad.

When we first got Pepito he was super scared, he defended himself with his sharp teeth. I cannot guarantee that in the future he will not bite out of fear. A house without children is recommended. Otherwise he is not aggressive. When he is in my lap I can do almost anything to him: turn him upside down, pull his ears or legs, lift him up, and groom him, absolutely no aggression.

Pepito has still lots to learn. He is like a small puppy in an adult body (full size bladder and adult teeth are a real bonus). If you want a small dog that you can train and love, then Pepito might just be the dog for you.

Pepito will require some additional veterinary care (neuter) completed by BARC's Rescue. The adopter will need to schedule and attend the appointments on the BARC's Rescue account.

Pepito is being fostered in Calgary.

Adoption costs: $495.00