cheeko

All interested people should submit an adoption application as their first step. Hi there… Cheeko here! I’m a 3-year-old, 13-pound Chihuahua/Dachshund mix, which basically means I’m the perfect little blend of adorable, loyal, and just a tiny bit mischievous. My friends say I’m very sweet… I’m just a little shy when we first meet. New people can make me a bit nervous, so I might take a couple of hours to figure out that you’re actually my new favorite human. But once I do? Oh boy… you’re stuck with me! In the best way possible. I become a total Velcro dog. I’ll happily follow you from room to room, supervise all your daily activities, and make sure you never have to cuddle alone again. Speaking of cuddles… being held is one of my favorite things. I love a warm lap and some quiet snuggle time. I’m affectionate without being clingy—I just like being near my person. When I’m not perfecting my cuddle skills, I enjoy playing with other dogs, especially the smaller ones. I currently live with four dogs of different sizes in my foster home, and I get along with everyone. The little dogs are my favorite playmates though—we have the best zoomie sessions! Im even a fan of cats.  I also love toys… but I should probably be honest about something. My specialty is de-stuffing my toys to rescue the squeakers. It’s a very important job and I take it seriously. I’m still a young guy, so I sometimes get into playful trouble. You might notice a sock mysteriously disappearing from the laundry basket… or see me grab a shoe and run off like I just won the lottery. Don’t worry—I’m just having fun and showing off my silly side. My foster family says I’m a very good boy because I’m crate trained and completely housebroken. I also settle nicely in the house and just enjoy being part of the pack. Because I can be nervous with new people, my ideal home would be one without young children. What I really need is a patient person who will give me a little time to feel safe. Once I know I’m loved, I will reward you with endless loyalty, cuddles, and companionship. If you’re looking for a sweet little shadow who will follow you everywhere, keep your lap warm, and occasionally steal a sock just to make you laugh… I might be your perfect match. Love, Cheeko   All pets adopted from GDHS are spayed or neutered, have vaccinations brought up to date, are on heartworm preventative (dogs), FIV/FELV tested (cats) and microchipped. The Greater Derry Humane Society does not have a physical shelter, and all visits are by appointment only. March 8, 2026, 12:28 pm