Tiny pup weighing just 1 pound was left in parking lot. ‘Bundle of energy’ needs a home
A spitfire of a small pup is in need of a new home this holiday season — one with patience enough to handle his feisty ways.
Chewie is a shaggy little dog who is around 5 months old and whose only wish this Christmas is to find a loving home that will appreciate him for the “bundle of energy” he is, the South Plains Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) said in a Dec. 23 Facebook post.
“I was born around 7/21/2024 and I was found in a parking lot in August all by myself, weighing just over 1 pound. I’ve been with my fosters since I was rescued and they tell me I’m a very smart boy!!” the shelter in Lubbock said.
“I’ve grown a lot - I weigh just over 6 pounds now and I don’t think I will get any bigger. I am kennel trained, but I’m not a huge fan of being in my kennel. I would much rather spend time with my people, running through the house, playing with my toys (and mom’s shoes), and tormenting my friends (the other dogs at my house)!”
According to his foster mom, Chewie is fearless in that he’ll walk right up to a dog much bigger than him, you know, if they’re safely in their own crate.
However, sometimes being that spunky can end up getting in Chewie’s own way.
“Since Chewie is small and very fiesty, he would do better with adults and older kids who understand how to be gentle, and he still chews (fingers, toes, shoes, his toys) - so important things should be kept out of his reach!” the shelter said. “He loves his fur-friends, so another dog close to his size would be good to help him learn his new routine.”
The only thing that should not be in his new home are large dogs “that could play too rough or hurt” Chewie, the shelter said. Cats appear to be OK since he only chooses to bark at them.
“Chewie has never been on a harness or a walk - he will need to learn. I recommend a harness, because he will pull or roll on the ground and could slip a collar pretty easy. He is learning how to go outside to potty - but expect the occasional accident as he learns your new routine,” the shelter notes. “Chewie is a wonderful young puppy that will keep you and your family on your toes!!”
For more information on Chewie or other adoptable pets, visit the shelter’s website.
This story was originally published December 24, 2024 at 3:03 PM with the headline "Tiny pup weighing just 1 pound was left in parking lot. ‘Bundle of energy’ needs a home."