rocky

You can still text Alyssa to meet - but this dog is now with AZ Small Dog Rescue

Meet Rocky! 🐾

If you've ever said, *"I love those spicy little Chihuahuas,"* then Rocky just might be your guy.

Rocky is a 10-12-year-old, 7-pound Min Pin/Chihuahua mix looking for a home that appreciates him exactly as he is - a tiny dog with a very big opinion of himself. 😄

After losing his beloved owner, Rocky is searching for someone to call his person again. He bonds deeply with his human and takes that job very seriously. Once you're in his circle, he's a loyal little sidekick who loves being close to his favorite person.

Because Rocky can be protective, we think he'd thrive best in a quiet home with a single owner or an all-female household. While he has done well with some men, he takes his job to protect the women in the home very seriously. He isn't looking to be difficult - he genuinely believes he's the head of security.

Visitors are not Rocky's favorite thing. He'll happily let everyone know there's an intruder at the door, and he's not afraid to voice his opinions. His adopter should be comfortable advocating for him by putting him in a separate room or using a baby gate when guests visit. With good management, this is very easy to work around.

Because Rocky can be a little nervous in new environments, his future family should be extra mindful about doors and gates, especially during his adjustment period. Like many small dogs settling into a new home, he could be a flight risk if given the opportunity. Taking simple precautions - using baby gates, double-checking doors, and making sure he can't slip outside when people are coming and going - will help keep him safe while he learns that he's finally home.

Because of his protective nature, Rocky is looking for:
• An adult-only home (no young children)
• Someone who understands and appreciates Chihuahua personalities
• A home where his boundaries will be respected and he'll never be expected to "make friends" with every visitor

Rocky gets along well with cats, other small dogs and enjoys their company. Large dogs tend to make him a little nervous, so he'd be happiest with small canine/cat friends or as your one-and-only.

Like many little senior boys, Rocky wears a belly band indoors if he can't be supervised, especially in homes with other dogs, as he may mark. He knows how to use a dog door and does great with a consistent routine.

Rocky recently had a dental, so he's feeling much better and ready to smile with the teeth he has left! He also has a low-grade heart murmur that doesn't currently require medication, but it's something his future family should simply be aware of as he gets older.

Rocky is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and ready to find someone who understands that not every dog wants to be everyone's best friend, and that's okay.

If you're looking for a tiny, loyal companion who will love you fiercely, keep watch over the house, and make you laugh every day with his oversized personality, Rocky is ready to meet you.

Sometimes the best dogs aren't the easiest dogs - they're the ones who make you feel like you're their whole world.

Call/text Alyssa: 602-931-3029