Maxie

Available

8 years and up|Chihuahua, Pug|Female|Small|Georgetown, CO

🚽 House Trained🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly🤗 Affectionate😌 Calm

Maxie

Available

8 years and up|Chihuahua, Pug|Female|Small|Georgetown, CO

🚽 House Trained🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly🤗 Affectionate😌 Calm

Maxie is a Chihuahua/Pug mix living in Georgetown, CO. She is a senior female, small in size, and spayed. Maxie is house trained and gets along well with both cats and dogs. After facing heartworm treatment, she’ll need consistent prevention and regular testing but is currently heartworm negative and ready for a new beginning.

About Maxie

Maxie is a gentle senior Chihuahua/Pug mix who lost her home and had a tough journey before landing at the shelter. She came in heartworm positive and, after intensive treatment, she pulled through — she’s now heartworm negative. Maxie will need ongoing heartworm prevention and regular testing to keep her healthy going forward. She’s affectionate and loves being near people, ideally in a home where someone is around most of the time. Maxie gets along with dogs her own size and is cat friendly. For a calm home, older children (12 and up) are the best fit. Maxie enjoys slow walks and lounging with her people. She’s house trained and just wants to feel safe for her golden years. They are waiting with paws crossed! Apply now!

Questions about Maxie

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Maxie, being a Chihuahua/Pug mix, adapts well to a cozy indoor setting, making her comfortable in apartments or houses with attentive owners.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Maxie doesn’t require much outdoor space; regular short walks and some supervised play in a small yard or on-leash are sufficient.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Chihuahua/Pug mixes like Maxie are usually best with respectful, older children, which fits her comfort zone of kids 12 and up.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Maxie’s breed mix is manageable for first-time owners who can commit to her healthcare and companionship needs.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Maxie gets along with dogs her own size, making her compatible with similarly sized canine companions.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Chihuahua/Pug mixes like Maxie can do well with cats, and she is already cat friendly.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
While supervision is always recommended, Maxie’s calm senior nature means she may adapt to small animals if introduced carefully.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Maxie tends to be sweet and loving, likely greeting strangers with curiosity once she feels safe.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Maxie prefers not to be alone for long periods and would thrive in a home where someone is present most of the time.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Chihuahua/Pug mixes like Maxie need basic obedience and gentle guidance; she’s house trained and generally easy to manage.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Maxie, as a Chihuahua/Pug mix, falls into the small-size range.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Small breeds like Maxie often live 12–15 years or even longer with proper care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Maxie’s breed mix sheds a moderate amount and would benefit from regular brushing to manage it.