2 yr • Chihuahua X
Listing confirmed July 5, 2026
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funny, athletic, sweet. Nala is a very sweet young adult who is looking for her perfect family. She adores other dogs, and although it isn’t necessary she have a canine buddy in her new home, it is important she gets to socialize a fair bit with other friendly dogs. She loves her people but can be shy when initially meeting them, but warms up quickly. She is a chihuahua mix, albeit a bit larger at 8 kg, but her personality is typical of the breed. Calm in the home, she thoroughly enjoys the back yard and loves to run around, do her roomies and then be on the deck on squirrel patrol. She is…
If Nala isn't quite the right fit, these dogs are close matches.
A few things we'd have ready before bringing Nala 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 second handle near the clip lets you pull a strong dog in close, fast.
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Gentle control on the first walks — built so a spooked dog can't back out of it.
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A covered bed a small dog can tunnel into, the way they love to burrow under blankets.
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