Adopt

My name is
MAMAS!

Posted 1 year ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Black - with White
Age
14 years 4 months old, Senior
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
A815567

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Mamas is a cute little dog that has a disease where her immune system is attacking her joints. Her paws and legs are extremely deformed. The best way to pick her up was to gently fold her bed around her like a taco and carry her outside to potty. She was very defensive to people and other dogs.

The clinic worked to get her pain meds adjusted and she then started taking an interest in life but wanted absolutely no affection. It was a long road but she gradually over many months decided that pets and scratches are okay. She is now a little love bug for me. Just last month she asked my husband for some affection for the first time. She is still very protective of her bed but I`ve noticed lately that she likes hanging out with the pack and helping them bark at whatever. Her personality is cute and sassy! Mamas no longer needs carried. She resists being picked up.

She is obedient but is very independent and wants to travel at her own pace. Mamas will need pain meds for the rest of her life. She gets Gabapentin, Cyclosporine and supplements that I believe helps her quality of life.

Mamas is extremely shy of strangers. I think the best home for Mamas will be quiet with older people and no young kids or large dogs. They will need A LOT of patience and will want a baby that will need TLC for the rest of her life. She will never be a lap dog but we love her and she will always have a place in our home and with our pack if she doesn`t get adopted.

Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
A815567
Contact
Phone
Address
4000 N. Silverbell Road, Tucson, AZ 85745

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Mon - Tues: 12-7pm Wed - 1:30-7pm Thurs - Fri: 12-7pm Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm Must be checked in 45 minutes before close

2.

Meet the Pet

Once you have decided which pets you are interested in, sign in for an adoption counselor who will guide you through the adoption process.

3.

Take the Pet Home

Cats must leave in a carrier and dogs must leave in a carrier or on leash. We do have these available for purchase in our lobby store.

Additional adoption info

Year-Round Adoption Fees:
• Puppies and kittens less than 4 months old $50
• Adult dogs and cats $30
• A standard $20 dog license fee may apply
• Pets who have been waiting for more than 2 weeks for a family and pets over 5 years old $0 - Fee Waived!

Every adoption includes:
• Spay or neuter surgery
• First Vaccinations
• Microchip
• Vet visit certificate
• Pet insurance

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Pima Animal Care Center
4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85745

(520) 724-5900

HOURS:
Monday- 12-7pm
Tuesday - 12-7pm
Wednesday - 1:30-7pm
Thursday - 12-7pm
Friday - 12-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Must be checked in 45 mins before close for adoption and admission

More about this shelter

As our community's only open-admission shelter, we have the largest selection of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens waiting to meet you. Learn more and see our pets at www.pima.gov/animalcare.

Need help with your pet? Call the Pet Support Center
The Pet Support Center is a phone-based resource for our community that strives to help people keep their pets. In addition to providing resources, information and counseling, support staff will schedule admission appointments for pet owners who decide they need to surrender their pets to PACC. Call us at (520) 724-7222 or visit the Pet Support Center webpage - www.pima.gov/petsupport to learn more.

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