Cookie is a sweetie pie 5-year-old Chihuahua/Terrier mix with a soft, sensitive demeanor. She may be a little shy at first, but once she feels safe, Cookie becomes affectionate and is starting to open up in her Texas foster home (especially when other dogs are out and playing!). Cookie would do best in a calm home, ideally with another friendly dog to help her feel secure. She can be a bit timid around new people and situations, because of this, her future family will need to be mindful about keeping her safe and preventing escapes, as she may run if she gets frightened until she builds relationships with her people and starts to feel safe. Cookie is very intelligent and extremely food motivated! Treats are the key to her heart, especially jerky treats and Himalayan yak chews. She is easy to handle, eager to please, and enjoys toys and cuddle time. She is mostly potty trained but may need a refresher as she adjusts to a new home and routine. She's also working through a few minor skin issues that should continue to improve with regular feeding, grooming, and good care. With patience, consistency, and lots of love, Cookie will blossom into a loyal and devoted friend. If you're looking for a gentle little dog who just wants to feel safe and loved, Cookie is ready to meet you! Cookie is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 3/21/2026 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 9am and noon. Please plan for their arrival accordingly as we cannot accommodate pickups outside of this time frame. Since they haven't arrived yet, they are available exclusively through Ruff Start's Foster to Adopt (FTA) Program. Click here to learn more about the FTA program. Once they get to Minnesota, they might require further veterinary care. Ruff Start's veterinary suite is located in Princeton, MN, and, as the foster, you will be required to transport your dog to and from these vetting appointments.