Meet Genesis — a 7 month old, 6 lb Chihuahua mix with a heart full of sweetness and a playful, quirky charm all her own! Quick Facts: Name: Genesis Breed: Chihuahua Mix Age: 7 months old Weight: 6 lbs. House-Trained: Working on it! Crate-Trained: Almost! Good with Dogs: Yes (can be a little skittish at first) Good with Cats: Yes Good with Kids: Yes Energy Level: Medium & Loving Fence Required: Not required but preferred About Genesis’s Breed: Our best guess is that Genesis is a Chihuahua mixed breed. Chihuahuas are tiny, spirited dogs known for their big personalities and deep devotion to their people. They’re alert, expressive, and often form strong bonds with their favorite humans, loving nothing more than to snuggle close and feel secure. Despite their small size, they’re confident, playful, and full of charm. Their ideal home is calm, gentle, and attentive — a place where they can warm up at their own pace and stay close to their people once they feel safe. Chihuahuas thrive with families who understand their sensitive nature, enjoy cuddles, and can provide consistent routines, soft handling, and plenty of love. What to Love about Genesis: Genesis is working hard on her potty training, already crate trained, and loves people with her whole tiny being! Genesis is a snuggle under the covers kind of girl, happiest when she’s curled up close to her humans. She has an adorable habit of collecting her toys and placing them exactly where she wants them, like a little treasure curator! Genesis can be a bit skittish at first, so she’ll need a family willing to go slow and let her warm up at her own pace. Once she feels safe, she bonds deeply and becomes incredibly affectionate. She loves playing with her toys, running around the yard, and taking neighborhood walks — she’s great on a leash and full of puppy energy. With other dogs, she may bark or feel unsure at first, but with proper introductions she settles in. She enjoys the company of cats and does well with them, and she’s sweet with kids who move gently and understand puppy energy. Genesis’s Glorious Highlights: • 7 month old, 6 lb Chihuahua mix with a sweet, gentle personality • Loves people and snuggling under the covers like a tiny cuddle bug • Cute habit of hoarding toys and placing them exactly where she wants them • Active, playful puppy who enjoys yard time, squeaky toys, and neighborhood walks • Crate trained and working hard on potty and leash training • Can be skittish at first but bonds deeply once she feels safe • Does well with cats and can coexist or play with dogs after slow introductions • Sweet with kids who move gently and understand puppy energy • Affectionate, loving, and happiest when she’s being held like a little baby If you’re looking for a loving, playful, cuddly little girl who will adore you once she feels secure, Genesis is ready to be your tiny best friend! Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!