Brie

Available

6 months- 2 years|Chihuahua, Dachshund|Female|Small|Lincoln University, PA

🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly🤗 Affectionate🤐 Quiet💪 Independent

Brie

Available

6 months- 2 years|Chihuahua, Dachshund|Female|Small|Lincoln University, PA

🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly🤗 Affectionate🤐 Quiet💪 Independent

Brie is a young, small mixed-breed Chihuahua and Dachshund with a long, soft black and cream coat. She is a spayed female who is not yet house trained, but is up to date on her vaccinations. Brie currently lives in Lincoln University, PA, and gets along well with both dogs and cats. She thrives with calm, older children and loves having canine friends at home.

About Brie

Brie is a two-year-old spayed female chiweenie with a soft, long coat in black and cream. She came from a tough background, one of many dogs rescued from a hoarding situation, and was completely shut down at first. Over weeks, she's discovered how good it feels to be safe; now she greets people at the door, licks hands, takes treats gently, and even joins her trusted people on the couch. Brie's progress is real, though she still needs a patient home willing to help her keep building trust. Brie isn’t fully house trained yet, but she reliably uses pee pads in her foster home and will need a fenced yard to safely practice outdoor potty routines. She adores other dogs—both big and small—and would really thrive with a confident canine buddy. Brie is fine with cats and gentle, calm children, though she may prefer older kids. She’s quiet, submissive, and has great dog-to-dog social skills. Brie’s past made her cautious, but her gentle temperament shines once she feels secure. She is on her way to becoming a deeply loyal companion for the right adopter willing to invest just a little extra time and patience. Click apply to start the adoption process.

Questions about Brie

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Chiweenies like Brie do well in quiet homes where they can bond closely with their owner. They adapt easily to apartments or houses but need a patient, understanding environment.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Brie, as a Chiweenie, is small and doesn’t require a lot of outdoor space but does need a secure fenced area to practice house training and enjoy some fresh air.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Brie does best with calm, older children. Chiweenies are generally good with kids, but their sensitive nature means they are most comfortable around gentle, respectful children.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Chiweenies like Brie can be suitable for first-time owners if they're patient and willing to work through initial shyness, though experienced owners used to nervous dogs might have an easier time.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Brie loves the company of other dogs and would do best in a home with at least one canine companion. Chiweenies in general can be very sociable with other dogs if introduced properly.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Brie is fine with cats, and Chiweenies are usually adaptable to living with feline family members if socialized early.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Chiweenies like Brie are usually tolerant of small animals but care should be taken during introductions as their prey drive can vary.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Brie started out very timid but has become friendlier as she’s learned to trust. Chiweenies may be wary of strangers at first, often warming up with time and gentle handling.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Brie and other Chiweenies do better with companionship and shouldn't be left alone for many hours, especially while still building trust and working on house training.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Chiweenies benefit from gentle, consistent positive reinforcement training. Brie is still learning house training and will need continued patience and clear routines.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Chiweenies like Brie are small dogs, typically weighing between 8 and 12 pounds when fully grown.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
With good care, a Chiweenie’s average lifespan ranges from 12 to 16 years, so Brie could be your companion for many years to come.
How much does this breed typically shed?
With her long coat, Brie may shed a moderate amount year round and will need regular brushing to keep her fur tidy and healthy.