Simon
3 years old • Chihuahua
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Adoption Information
All adoption applications are handled directly by Rocky Mountain Animal Rescue. Contact them to arrange a meet-and-greet and start the adoption process.
About Simon
TEMPERAMENT: Very scared due to being homeless, born to homeless mother, never handled as a puppy. Wants to hide. Fearful of being handled, but with loving care, calms down. PERSONALITY: Good around other dogs and cats. Scared of people since but non aggressive, just scared, uncertain, wants to feel safe. Likes to run into his cozy crate and curl up in living room in warm place. Is coming around, was very nervous in shelter. SOCIALIZATION SKILLS/NEEDS: Needs someone with patience, time, understanding Simon will take time to come around and trust. With a calm, quiet place, hand fed, cozy warm…
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Getting ready for Simon?
A few things we'd have ready before bringing Simon home, matched to their size and age.
Decompression Crate
A safe den for the first three days — sized to feel secure, not empty.
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Pet Water Fountain
Moving water nudges a nervous or picky dog to actually drink.
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Snuffle Mat
Turns a meal into a sniff-and-search game that tires a scent-driven dog.
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Dog Dental Care Kit
Keeps a small breed's crowded teeth healthy - the #1 health problem in toy dogs.
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