2 years • Chihuahua Mix
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Pho is a tiny bundle of love, zoomies, and kisses wrapped up in the cutest furry package. While he may be a little shy when meeting new people, this sweet boy has already made incredible progress and continues to grow more confident every day. Once you earn Pho’s trust, you’ll have a loyal little shadow for life. He loves giving endless kisses and will happily leap into your arms—especially if you’re sitting on the floor waiting for cuddles! Sudden movements or being picked up can still make him nervous, and he may have a little submissive pee when startled, but he’s learning that people can…
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A few things we'd have ready before bringing Pho home, matched to their size and age.

A safe den for the first three days — sized to feel secure, not empty.
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A supportive memory-foam bed for tired joints — and it fits right inside the crate.
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Protects long backs and ageing joints.
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A no-slip collar a dog can't back out of, so a bolter stays safely on the leash.
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