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Diddly (Surf)

Adopted

Description

Age: 1 year
Sex: Intact male (neutering is scheduled for December, covered by BARC’s).
Estimated Breed: Chihuahua X
Weight: 9 lbs
Good with dogs?: Yes
Good with cats?: Yes
Good with children?: Yes, older children.
Special/Medical Needs: Has bald patches on back, needs sun protection.
Energy Level: High

Adoption Fee: $600

Foster Home Location: Calgary

If you are looking for a small happy dog, and you spend all or most of your day at home, this might be the dog for you.

Diddly is a Chihuahua cross, 9 lbs. Most of his black portions are (almost) hairless. He is probably a cross with a Xolo (Cholo). He has the cutest shake: his whole body moves violently, his ears fling around like a helicopter, and his feet fly off the ground.

Diddly’s tail is up almost all of the time. He is very friendly and cuddly and walks nicely on the leash. He loves people and is interested in dogs, neither scared nor aggressive. He may benefit from a well adjusted “sibling”.
Diddly does his business outside with lots of sniffing. He might do better in a fenced yard than on a leash. He will also mark inside if you let him. Inside, currently when he is not in his kennel he is closely supervised or he wears a belly band. He should be easier to train once he is neutered (operation is provided through BARCs, appointment is around December 20.)

Diddly bonds quickly and becomes very attached. He will follow you everywhere. At first his separation anxiety was very strong, he would whine any time he couldn’t see me. It has gotten better now and I am sure in time, in his new home, he will trust that “his” person will always come back. It is still best to not leave him alone for extended periods of time.

Diddly barely barks. But he does try to get attention through whining; ignoring helps.

Diddly wants to be the alpha dog in the house, he challenges rules. Crate training is very important. If you are looking for a submissive dog, this one is not for you.

This rascal has a really good nose. Keep your chocolate out of his reach, he will find it. He is careful in his adventures and has not broken anything.

He loves people of all genders and sizes. Small children tend to give him lots of love and I would almost be more worried about Diddly than the children. Being stepped on would not be good for his health.

Due to his furless patches it is recommended to put sunscreen onto the black bald portions of his skin, or just try to keep him in the shade. A north facing yard or balcony would be perfect. He comes with a sun protection suit and warm winter wear.

Diddly has been tested with cats. If they ignore him, he ignores them.

Adoption costs: $600.00