Betty has been in foster care for 6 months now. She is two and a half years old, and weighs about 12 lbs. She just loves to cuddle; in fact, she wants to lay right on you! She does this cute smile when she kisses. She will not let anyone touch her but me, and will bond very closely with her new owner. She will take food from others but is very frightened of strangers. If someone comes to the door, she gets worried and makes a whining sound. She just loves the other dogs and is always kissing them and doing play bows. My little 4 1/2 lb Chi will chase her through the house when playing. Betty gets scared and jumps up on me like this little dog is going to get her.
She always comes when called. She just started playing with toys; in fact, she will stack them up in her favorite spot. Doesn't like the squeaker ones though.

Betty will still leave the room if she sees a camera or you pick up little things like a bottle of lotion. I'm sure in time with the right person to love her, she will become less fearful once she develops more confidence and feels secure .  She has learned that squirrels are fun to chase and she loves laying on the chaise in the sun.

Betty needs a quiet household with older adults who are experienced with Chihuahuas and are willing to give her the time she needs. She cannot be adopted out to anyone with children or who has children visit and play. She also needs another Chihuahua companion; she would not do well as an only dog and relates very well to other dogs. She is an affectionate, loving little girl but needs time to adjust and trust her new owners. She must have a fenced yard. You cannot depend on leash walking for housebreaking with her.

If you have a home and love to offer Betty, please complete an adoption application and then email MidwestCoordinator@chihuahua-rescue.com to let her know you want Betty. You must live in OH/IN/KY/IL/WI/MN/MI. (lj)