#14185 Benson - Team Chi Trio

Adoptable
Small-size, Male, Baby Chihuahua x Mixed Breed,

Hi! I'm Benson,

My trio arrived at OPH on 10.11.24.

We have spent the last week being adorable and growing. I’m currently 9 weeks old and about 4.5 pounds. Foster mom says I’m the bossy brother 🙄, I like to be the first to do things, my siblings just have to understand. I am also the largest of the 3.

We are likely a mix is Chi X Dachshund. We have the most adorable little legs you have ever seen. We are also doing a great job of using the potty pads, that makes foster mom super happy.

Hurry and get your applications in, we won’t be around long. Some things I’m looking for are below:

I'm searching for.....
- Someone who won't leave me home alone for more than 4 hours, at least not until I am older. The older I am, the more I can stay home alone. I just don't want you to get mad at me if I have accidents or chew things I'm not supposed to when you leave me for too long. I'm a puppy, so I get bored quickly and when I'm bored I could get in trouble.

- I am looking for my forever home, not my for right now home. So as I get bigger I need someone to teach me how to be the best dog I can be. I am young and still learning. You may want to teach me some new tricks like sit, stay, etc. Professional training will help me bond with you. That sounds like fun!

- I saved the most important for last. I am hoping my new mom or dad will snuggle with me, play with me and love me forever and ever!

Please note that because this puppy is so young, it has only received 2 of the required 3 puppy distemper vaccines. This is very IMPORTANT because it means that the immune system will not be fully functioning until about 16 weeks of age. Until then, the puppy MUST stay out of public places where it could be exposed to the germs of other dogs. These no puppy zones include all pet stores, dog parks, and for apartment dwellers, areas used by other dogs. These requirements are strictly for the puppy’s medical safety and longevity.

This puppy is microchipped and up to date on age appropriate vaccines and monthly preventatives.

Benson - Team Chi Trio Benson - Team Chi Trio is currently being fostered in Nokesville, VA.

All adult dogs, cats, and kittens are altered prior to adoption. Puppies too young to be altered at the time of adoption must be brought to our partner vet in Ashland, VA for spay or neuter paid for by Operation Paws for Homes by 6 months of age. Adopters may choose to have the procedure done at their own vet before 6 months of age and be reimbursed the amount that the rescue would pay our partner vet in Ashland.

This dog's bio is based off the experiences of the foster and/or volunteers of OPH as well as any information that we received from the shelter or previous owner. This is very important because it means that while they may act one way in the foster’s home, you may experience something different in your home.