🐶 Basics ● Dog’s Name (include nicknames – we know you have them!): o Timber (aka Timberly) ● Age / Size: o 1 year old, 6 lbs Rescued in Texas 💙 Foster Note - Timber is a total sweetheart and a classic Chihuahua - once she chooses you, she’s yours. She loves gentle belly and head rubs and will happily curl up in your lap. After meals, she gets adorable little zoomies. She’s still adjusting to NYC, so she’ll need a patient adopter, but in return she’ll be an incredibly loving and loyal companion who will keep your lap warm forever. 💛 Personality Snapshot ● Describe in 3–5 words: o Sweet, cuddly, curious, observant ● Energy level (Low / Moderate / High): o Moderate ● More people‑oriented or independent? o More on the independent side at first, but in true Chihuahua fashion, she bonds deeply with her person ● How do they handle new situations? o Cautious and observant, but calm 🐕 Social & Home Life ● How are they with people (adults/kids/new people)? o She takes a little time to warm up to new people, but becomes affectionate once she feels comfortable ● How are they with other dogs? o Cautious and tends to keep her distance. She may move away if approached, but shows no aggression ● Cats or other animals (if known)? o Unknown, but likely similar - cautious and avoidant rather than reactive 🎓 Training & Manners ● Potty trained? o She’s learning to use wee wee pads and is starting to understand going outside ● Crate trained? o Not yet ● Leash skills: o Still getting used to the leash, but improving 🌞 Daily Life ● Typical day with you: o A mix of relaxing, cuddling, short walks, and exploring her surroundings. She enjoys staying close to her person and observing what’s going on. ● Exercise needs: o Moderate—short walks and light playtime are enough for her ● Favorite activities or toys: o Cuddling in your lap, sniffing around, and post-meal zoomies 🏡 Ideal Home ● Only dog / With dog / Either: o Would probably do best as the only pet ● Good fit for apartment living? o Yes - she’s perfectly suited for apartment life ● Best type of household (active, moderate, calm): o Moderate to calm - she can keep up with some activity but thrives in a more relaxed environment ● What kind of adopter would be the best match? o Someone looking for a loyal companion who can spend plenty of time with her or include her in their daily routine INTERESTED IN ADOPTING? To adopt Timber, apply on our website www.truenorthrescue.org/adopt and email adopt.truenorthrescue@gmail.com to follow up on your application. PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL TO ASK IF HE/SHE IS AVAILABLE. IF THIS LISTING IS UP, THE DOG IS NOT ADOPTED YET. Also, we have a very high volume of applications and we are all volunteers. We cannot respond to every application personally. Please make sure your application gives us a good picture of your family and the life you plan on providing a dog from our rescue. We choose a home based on the BEST FIT for EACH dog and approve on a dog by dog basis. Thank you!