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My basic info
Breed
Chihuahua/Mixed Breed (Small)
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn/Black
Age
9 years old, Senior
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
69489
My details
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Onyx is a 9-year-old Chihuahua with a big personality and a soft spot for his people. This calm and clever little guy knows tricks, loves playing with soft toys, and enjoys heading out for walks to explore. Once he bonds with you, he'll be your devoted shadow, always eager for a butt rub and some quality time.
Onyx has a protective streak and takes his role as your guardian seriously, so his adopter should expect him to act as a watchdog when visitors come over. Because of this, a calm, low-traffic home without a lot of new faces would suit him best. He's nervous when meeting new people but warms up with time and patience. Onyx isn't a fan of being picked up, but he has plenty of other ways to show affection.
He's never lived with other dogs and is a bit wary of them, so he may prefer to be your one-and-only canine. However, he's done well living with cats in the past. Due to his protective nature and need for a calm environment, Onyx would thrive in an adult-only home where he can settle in at his own pace.
If you're looking for a loyal companion who will love you fiercely and make you smile every day, Onyx may be your perfect match!
If you're ready to adopt now and want to learn more about, meet, or adopt this pet, you can start the process in one of two ways:
Come on in during open adoption hours Tuesday - Saturday 12:30-3:00! For in-shelter pets (not in foster care) coming in ASAP is the fastest way to adopt.
**the below two methods are slower than visiting us**
Call us (413-781-4000 x 1) or email us (springfield@dakinhumane.org) for more information about a pet. We are often on the line with another client, but we return voice mail and emails within 24 hours.
All adult dog adoption fees include;
-spay/neuter
-rabies and kennel cough vaccinations
- heartworm test
-current parvo/distemper vaccines (may need additional boosters with your veterinarian)
-microchip implanted & registered to adopter
Onyx is a 9-year-old Chihuahua with a big personality and a soft spot for his people. This calm and clever little guy knows tricks, loves playing with soft toys, and enjoys heading out for walks to explore. Once he bonds with you, he'll be your devoted shadow, always eager for a butt rub and some quality time.
Onyx has a protective streak and takes his role as your guardian seriously, so his adopter should expect him to act as a watchdog when visitors come over. Because of this, a calm, low-traffic home without a lot of new faces would suit him best. He's nervous when meeting new people but warms up with time and patience. Onyx isn't a fan of being picked up, but he has plenty of other ways to show affection.
He's never lived with other dogs and is a bit wary of them, so he may prefer to be your one-and-only canine. However, he's done well living with cats in the past. Due to his protective nature and need for a calm environment, Onyx would thrive in an adult-only home where he can settle in at his own pace.
If you're looking for a loyal companion who will love you fiercely and make you smile every day, Onyx may be your perfect match!
If you're ready to adopt now and want to learn more about, meet, or adopt this pet, you can start the process in one of two ways:
Come on in during open adoption hours Tuesday - Saturday 12:30-3:00! For in-shelter pets (not in foster care) coming in ASAP is the fastest way to adopt.
**the below two methods are slower than visiting us**
Call us (413-781-4000 x 1) or email us (springfield@dakinhumane.org) for more information about a pet. We are often on the line with another client, but we return voice mail and emails within 24 hours.
All adult dog adoption fees include;
-spay/neuter
-rabies and kennel cough vaccinations
- heartworm test
-current parvo/distemper vaccines (may need additional boosters with your veterinarian)
-microchip implanted & registered to adopter
The fastest way to adopt is to visit us Tuesday-Saturday from 12:30-3!
You can also call us at 413-781-4000 x 1 and leave a message. Due to high call volume, it may take 48 hours to return your call.
The fastest way to adopt is to visit us Tuesday-Saturday from 12:30-3!
You can also call us at 413-781-4000 x 1 and leave a message. Due to high call volume, it may take 48 hours to return your call.
Meet our pets at 171 Union Street, Springfield, MA. We're open 12:30-3 Tuesday-Saturday, no appointment needed!
If the pet you are interested in is listed as being in foster care, they are not available to visit at the shelter; call us at 413-781-4000. Due to high call volume, it may take up to 48 hours to receive a return call.
Meet our pets at 171 Union Street, Springfield, MA. We're open 12:30-3 Tuesday-Saturday, no appointment needed!
If the pet you are interested in is listed as being in foster care, they are not available to visit at the shelter; call us at 413-781-4000. Due to high call volume, it may take up to 48 hours to receive a return call.
More about this shelter
Dakin Humane Society is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, and spay/neuter services to more than 20,000 animals each year.
Dakin Humane Society is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, and spay/neuter services to more than 20,000 animals each year.
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