Milo

Chihuahua / Dachshund · Location not listed

Milo - 2 years, 20lbs, Chiweenie, Neutered Our Team Says: "This pup was rescued from a hoarding situation in PR - involving about 40 dogs. Due to this these pups are on the shyer side and need patient people who will give them time to get used to normal life. They are very sweet dogs: just need more time and patience. Milo needs a home with a yard - he only likes to do his business off leash and where he feels safe. He's a great walker though and not really scacred of the city, which is really awesome. Their Foster Family Says: " Milo is gradually adjusting to the city and I think he'll continue blossoming into a sweet, active dog with the support of other loving humans and canine buddies. His two greatest loves: sniffing dog pee outdoors (like REALLY huffing it) and curling up into a cinnamon roll in a pile of blankets. At home, he is mellow and observant. He likes to be in the same room as his humans, but he isn't (yet?) a snuggler and prefers his personal space. He hasn't taken an interest in toys, preferring instead to get comfy on any soft surface and watch the action around him. Outdoors, he is still a Nervous Nelly, keeping his tail tucked and remaining on high alert. He does pretty well on the leash, but if he gets spooked (shadows, rats, etc.) he will try to dart. We've had trouble getting him comfortable enough outdoors to go to the bathroom outside consistently (even with roasted chicken as his high-value reward); he typically holds it while we're outdoors and then goes on our balcony once we're home. He'd love a private outdoor space and a patient human who can continue working on potty training with him. He sleeps in a crate through the night without a peep, and does well home alone. He's a sweet, gentle dog who just needs some more time to adjust." ENERGY LEVEL Medium – Needs a daily 60-90 minute morning walk or window of quick paced exercise in addition to potty break strolls (10-30 min each). Otherwise pretty chill indoors. Also needs significant opportunities to socialize outside the home and mental stimulation at home like tricks training practice, chew items, and puzzle toys. (This is regardless of dog size – many small breeds were designed for lots of activity and will exhibit unwanted behavior when they’re understimulated.) TOLERANCE TO CITY Adjusting to the cit y – Spooked easily by loud noises and bustling areas but walks pretty well in quiet areas and probably just needs more time to adjust (may be a puppy or a brand new rescue). Would prefer a home in a calmer part of the city or the suburbs. POTTY TRAINING Yes - just needs a yard :) COMFORT LEVEL WITH STRANGERS Wallflower – Very shy with new people and takes a while to warm up. Afraid when unfamiliar people try to say hi on the street, hides or shrinks back when new people visit the home. BEHAVIOR WITH CHILDREN (always requires adult supervision) Maybe for age 12 and up – Is either big and energetic (okay with kids big enough not to get knocked down) or a little skittish (could be comfortable with older children that can be extra gentle) SOCIAL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER DOGS Mostly – Generally good with other dogs but may be selective (scared of big dogs or plays too rough for small dogs, for example) — Hesitant around dogs on the street, typically retreats but occasionally shows curiosity RESPECTFUL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER ANIMALS (cats, small pets, etc.) Yes - okay for a home with cats, doesn't mind them MOUTHY BEHAVIOR Past this stage– Little to no interest in chewing on stuff or putting things in their mouth that aren’t food. Doesn’t try to chew on hands, feet, etc. during playtime SEPARATION ANXIETY (Please leave your foster dog home alone every day for at least 20 minutes.) Past this stage – Completely fine being left home alone. Doesn’t cry or exhibit destructive behavior when you leave the apartment or house. LEASH MANNERS Getting the hang of it – Probably hasn’t been on a leash much in their life but figuring it out. Might be a mild puller but responds to correction. CUDDLE BUG LEVEL Lower – Independent, mostly keeps to themself (may be a new rescue or shy, this could change) JUMPING ON PEOPLE TO SAY HELLO Calm Greetings – Doesn’t jump up on people or dogs. Always all four on the floor. CRATE TRAINING Yep/mostly – Seems comfortable in the crate, may whine a little at first but settles pretty quickly. We use the crate when we leave the pup alone and/or at night. Medical status: Healthy for their age as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines; heartworm tested if coming from Tennessee or Puerto Rico; spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer upon intake. Adopters will need to be ready for senior care – at a minimum, that will be annual checkups including senior bloodwork and a dental post adoption (most senior rescues need one). How did this dog end up with Social Tees? Most of our dogs come via partner groups who help us save them from shelters where they are at risk of euthanasia in Tennessee, Los Angeles, and Puerto Rico. There are very few spay/neuter resources there and many more animals in those areas than there are people to adopt them. Rescue groups like ours bring them to the northeast where the desire for pets like these allows us to save their lives. PLEASE NOTE: We cannot guarantee any breed mix, exact age, or full grown size (if the dog is under a year old). We do our best with very educated guesses. This animal is not at the Social Tees office, all are in foster homes. LEARN MORE ABOUT US: socialteesnyc.org and Instagram @socialteesnyc

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