The status of Dora Feb 25 - In Foster in Raleigh, NC was
last posted on 03/15/25 by
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Female Dog, Chihuahua
Chihuahua / Mixed (Short Coat)
Description:
Thank you for your interest in dog who needs a new home. Adoption can be one of the most fulfilling experiences in your life and especially in the life of your new canine companion. A note to those looking at CPR. We have no perfect dogs - but many of our dogs have proven to be perfect for a certain someone. Our job is to find those someone's. Our most successful adopters come to CPR not because they want a dog. They come to us because they want to give a dog a home. We urge all of our potential adopters not to fall in love with a picture. While we like to know what you like in looks, a dog is more than a pretty face. Our goal is to match you with the best possible pet for you and your home. We want to create furever families. Our descriptions contain all that we know about this dog today. We'll update as more information is known. Are you looking to adopt within the next 30 days? If so please visit our webpage at www.carolinapoodlerescue.org and complete the application. You'll find it in the menu on the left hand side. You'll also find a total listing of all our dogs available. Just browsing but interested in poodles and poodle mixes? Please drop a note to [email protected] with your name, address and phone # and email. We'll add you to our mailing list. thanks the CPR Adoption team Date into Rescue: 02/02/2025 Reason for being in rescue: Found as stray Foster location: Foster Home in Raleigh, NC Special Needs? Dora is spayed, up to date on vaccines and heartworm negative. Weight: 5 lbs Height: 7 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $399 Fence needed? Yes. Dora will be happiest with the security of a fenced yard where she can run and play freely. She absolutely LOVES to be outside and hates to be contained. What kind of home would be best for me? Dora is young and active and looking for an experienced home. We're looking for a very specific home for Dora. Our first preference is for a family with experience with her breed. Chihuahuas are wonderful but not for the faint of heart (if you know you know!). Dora requires another young, small, active dog in the home that will play with her and model confident behaviors. She can be timid about larger dogs. Cats are fine. If you have children, they need to be over 10 and have grown up with dogs. Dora is small and does not like unexpected movements. And finally, you need a physically fenced yard that will allow Dora to run and play freely under your supervision. No doggie doors - this girl is WAY too small and easy prey! What is my personality like? Miss Dora (aka the Explorer) is 50 pounds of personality packed into 5 pounds of body. Found as a stray wandering the NC streets, Dora is a bit of a free spirit who we suspect simply took herself on an adventure. Dora LOVES other small dogs. She is the best and happiest version of herself with another playful, small dog that will engage in tug of warm, chasing all the insects from the fenced yard, and even snuggle to rest. Humans are a-okay too, Dora is just less sure about them. Dora is your typical strong-willed, bossy chihuahua. She has a voice and is not afraid to use it. She is comfortable with a crate for a safe space in her foster home. A trailing lead is going to be key for her first 30 days - for her safety and yours. Dora will benefit greatly from group positive reinforcement training. She is learning all things potty training in her foster home and will continue in her forever home. Dora sleeps happily in a crate or dog bed, though she will sneak up to snuggle in your bed if you have stairs to allow her access in the middle of the night. Miss personality has so much potential that will blossom in the right home! How do I act when I first meet new people? Dora will not run up to greet you. She prefers to sit back and watch you. Once she is comfortable she will sneak into your lap for all the cuddles. Other tips and tidbits: Dora was found as a stray so we have absolutely no history on her. Based on her overall health and condition she is estimated at 4 years old. We celebrate her birthday 02/02/2021. House trained? Dogs can be house trained if they are in the right environment and are allowed to follow a schedule as long as a physical reason doesn't keep them from being trained. A dog house trained in my home may not be in yours. We will help you teach your new dog this necessary skill and based on your schedule. Please note - we do not ship dogs. If you are interested in adopting, please take a look at the distance between the foster home location and your location and make sure you are willing to make that trip. Most of our dogs are at our farm in Pacolet, South Carolina. To apply, please visit our webpage at www.carolinapoodlerescue.org and visit the tab on the left that directions you to the online application. Please note that when screening applications, we look at the entire home and then make suggestions based on what would be a good fit for your home. You are not being screened for a specific dog although we are looking to see what type of dog interests you - poodles or non poodles, color, age, etc. Others here may be a better fit for you. It is very difficult to get to know a living animal from a picture and a short description. Since we are constantly getting in new dogs, this may be a dog not in our listings yet. We want you to be very happy with your new companion and will make suggestions based on what you tell us about you. Thank you for considering CPR.
