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Benji

Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat) · Adult (7 years 2 months) · Male · Small · Osteen, FL

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Notes from Lil Rascals Dog Rescue

Meet Benji. This handsome and smiley 7yo, 18-lb. Chihuahua mix just loves life! He is very friendly, loves people and other dogs. He will bark at and chase a cat though if the cat runs. He is mostly leash trained and crate trained. We are working on his potty training, and he is starting to go to the door when he wants to go out, but he does need to be taken out on a regular schedule. He will mark at first, so a belly band is needed for him in the beginning. This sweet boy's most favorite thing in the world to do is to play with another playful dog, so we are wanting a playmate for him, as well as a fenced yard to run and play in. He also loves playing with toys. He is a submissive, easy-going guy. Benji is heartworm positive at this time, and is on the slow kill protocol, which we can explain that process to any interested applicant. He can enjoy regular activities. Heart worm disease is contracted from an infected mosquito and cannot be transmitted to another dog. If you live in the Central Florida/Orlando area and believe you have the perfect home for Benji, please complete an application and tell us more about your family.

About Benji

Gets along with

Kids
Yes
Dogs
Yes
Cats
No

Home and care

House-trained
Yes
Indoor or outdoor
Indoor Only
Needs a yard
Yes
Fence
Any Type
Energy
Moderate
Exercise needs
Moderate
Grooming needs
Low
Shedding
Moderate
How vocal
Some
With new people
Friendly
Training
Needs Training
Owner experience
First-timers OK
Coat
Short

Health

Special needs
No

AffectionateCrate-trainedEager to pleaseLap petLeash-trainedPlayfulPlays with toys

As listed by Lil Rascals Dog Rescue. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

What happens next

  1. Contact Lil Rascals Dog Rescue using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Lil Rascals Dog Rescue, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.
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