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My name is
Athena!

Posted 1 day ago

Cared for by Chi Town Rescue

My basic info

Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Gray/Silver/Salt & Pepper - with White
Age
Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
20881546

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Say hello to Athena! Athena is an approximately three-year-old, nine-pound Chihuahua mix, adoptable through Chi Town Rescue. Athena originally came in with 10 other dogs, from a large hoarding case. The owner was moving and wanted all the dogs euthanized. Chi Town agreed to take in 11 small-breed dogs, including Athena. We noticed immediately that Athena was attempting to urinate often, and had an Xray done at our vet. We discovered she had a large bladder stone, which was surely causing immense pain, and required immediate surgery. Athena has healed well and is doing great overall. She will require special "urinary care" food to help prevent future bladder stones. Athena clearly hasn't had much experience being a cared-for pet, but we are hoping to change that for her! Athena is shy with new people and may nip if reached for too fast. Once she warms up to you though, she will follow you around for attention and loves to be pet and held. She does well with other dogs and is used to sharing her space with multiple other animals. We are looking forward to getting to know Athena as she settles in more to life at Chi Town Rescue. She would do best in a home with no small children. She will need a home willing to provide her with the patience and security she needs to blossom. Could that home be YOURS? Email us at chitownrescue@gmail.com for more information/meet and greet with Athena. Athena's adoption fee includes spay surgery, prior vet care for bladder stone, Rabies certificate, vaccinations up to date, and microchip.



September 26, 2024, 6:39 am
Rescue
Chi Town Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
20881546
Contact
Address
3846 W. Clarendon Ave. Ste. 2, PHOENIX, AZ 85019

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Adoption fees are dependent on the age and breed of the animal as well as monthly or seasonal promotions. Please inquire directly as to fee of any animal you're interested in. We do require meet & greets and adopter to be present in person and provide valid id.

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More about this rescue

"Chi Town" is short for "Chihuahua Town," which is our nick-name because we found that the majority of animals we were rescuing happened to be Chihuahuas and literally have a little “town” comprised of Chihuahuas! Chihuahuas are one of the most over-bred dogs in Arizona and unfortunately many end up in need of rescue. However, we are not limited to saving just Chihuahas, we do save other breeds dependent on availability of space. Chi Town also specializes in rescuing dogs who require a little extra TLC and are at risk of euthanasia at county shelters. These dogs may not be doing well for a variety of reasons- fear, fear aggression, anxiety, or a medical issue to name a few. These are the dogs that typically have no other outlet and for which time is of the essence . After our dogs are medically cleared and/or their behavioral issues have improved, they are available for adoption.

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We are always seeking to help promote these special Chihuahuas who are too often overlooked in AZ shelters due to the sheer volume of this breed. Please share and like us on Facebook:

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