Gidget

Available

3-7 years|Chihuahua, Rat Terrier|Female|Small|Cookeville, TN

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🚽 House Trained🧠 Smart🏠 Single Animal Home

Gidget

Available

3-7 years|Chihuahua, Rat Terrier|Female|Small|Cookeville, TN

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🚽 House Trained🧠 Smart🏠 Single Animal Home

Gidget is a spayed female, adult Chihuahua/Rat Terrier mix from Cookeville, TN. While exact weight and coat length are not specified, she is small in size. She is house trained and vaccinated, making her a great candidate for a loving home.

About Gidget

Gidget is a gentle little sweetheart currently in Cookeville, TN. Though she’s still learning to trust the world around her, this 14-month-old, 16-pound Chihuahua/Rat Terrier mix shows potential for joy. With her soft, upright ears and delicate features, she resembles a tiny fox or baby doe. Gidget enjoys peaceful walks and indoor playtime, often seeking out sunny spots to bask in warmth. She thrives on a consistent potty schedule and is well-behaved indoors, choosing her crate as her cozy getaway. Gidget walks nicely on a leash and looks to her person for cues, showing she’s a clever and food-motivated learner. New experiences can make her nervous, especially around larger dogs and unfamiliar men, so a calm and patient approach is essential for her. She happily shares her space with a resident cat and would do best in a quieter home that appreciates the journey of building trust. If you have love and patience to help Gidget flourish, she’ll thrive in a nurturing environment. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and let's get started.

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Rescues & Shelters

A.A.R.F. (All About Rescue and Fixin Inc)(931) 260-8018

Location Address: P.O. Box 4074 Cookeville, TN 38501 Get directions

Questions about Gidget

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Gidget, as a Chihuahua/Rat Terrier mix, is best suited for a calm and quieter living environment where she can feel secure and build trust.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
This breed usually does well in smaller outdoor spaces, as Gidget enjoys peaceful walks and some playtime, making a small yard or nearby park ideal.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Gidget may be a better fit for a home with older children who can understand her need for patience, given her nervousness around new experiences.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
This breed is best suited for experienced owners who can provide a calm, supportive environment while building trust with Gidget.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Gidget has shown she can be nervous around larger dogs, so careful introductions are important, but she could live harmoniously with a calm canine.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Gidget currently lives happily with a resident cat, indicating she can get along well with feline companions.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
While Gidget hasn’t been explicitly tested with small animals, her sweet nature suggests she would likely be fine with them in a supervised setting.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Gidget may feel nervous around strangers, particularly large dogs and some men. She will need patient introductions to feel comfortable.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
This breed generally does well alone for a few hours, especially when introduced to a consistent routine.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Gidget is food motivated and clever, making her an eager student. A family ready to help her learn will find training fun and rewarding.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Gidget is in the small size range, weighing around 16 pounds.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Chihuahuas and Rat Terriers typically live around 12 to 15 years, so Gidget has many years ahead to share with her new family.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Gidget's shedding level isn't specified, but both Chihuahuas and Rat Terriers can have minimal to moderate shedding.