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My name is Pokie!

Posted over 3 weeks ago | Updated 1 day ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Interview

3

Sign Adoption Contract

My basic info

Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Brindle
Age
9 years 8 months old, Senior
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
36062

My story

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

Pokie is such a sweet pup. His big eyes make it seem like he's always concerned but he is really just very content. Pokie is kind of an old man at 9 but that's perfect for someone who wants a companion and not an exercise buddy. Pokie gets his physical activity in by following his favorite people everywhere they go. I cleaned the house one day and I bet he put 2 miles on those little legs. He's never in the way, he just wants to make sure that you aren't eating or going for a car ride without him. When not following his people around, he's lays around and will cuddle when it suits him.
Pokie is very food motivated. He's a big fan of peanut butter flavor and frosted flakes - oopsy - but I think he would literally eat any food offered to him. A slow feeder was very helpful.
Pokie doesn't play with toys and or know any commands. With some work, I bet he would learn some.
Pokie isn't aggressive in any way - definitely just a lover of both kids and adults. He LOVES riding in the car. I would suggest having a passenger to hold him or get him a car seat. He's tiny and moves around a lot and it gets pretty dangerous.
Pokie isn't totally housebroken but I think that will get better once he's neutered. We took him out frequently which is super helpful but not always possible. Pokie is fantastic in the crate and never had an accident in there.
Overall, Pokie is a low maintenance, super sweet pup who deserves a loving companion. He will certainly give that companion loads of love back.
Sweet Pokie has a medical condition affecting his liver, s because of this, Pokie's adoption fee is completely sponsored. If you are interested in learning more about Pokie, feel free to call our adoption center or stop by in-person.
Shelter
Forsyth Humane Society

Contact info

Pet ID
36062
Contact
Mark Neff
Address
4881 Country Club Road, Winston Salem, NC 27104

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.

Interview

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

First come First serve - same day adoptions.

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4881 Country Club Road
Winston Salem, NC 27104
Tue-Sat 11-6

5570 Sturmer Park Circle
Winston Salem, NC 27105
Tue-Sat 10-6

More about this shelter

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