Hi there! My name is Nala, and I'm an 11-month-old Chihuahua/Spaniel mix weighing about 15 pounds. I was rescued in Tijuana and am so excited to find my furever home. I'm a healthy girl who has already been spayed. I'm a sweet, gentle, and submissive pup who may need a little time to warm up to new people. Once I feel comfortable, my loving personality shines through, and I form very strong bonds with my humans. I enjoy all the simple joys of life - playing with toys of every kind, running around with my dog friends, snuggling up for naps, and getting affection from my people. I also love going on leisurely walks where I can take my time sniffing and exploring the world around me. I'm reliably potty trained and use both pee pads and the backyard. I'm crate trained and also haven't showed any signs of separation anxiety or destructive behavior when left outside of my crate! On leash, I'm easygoing with minimal pulling - I may zig-zag a bit as I explore, but I'm easily guided with a harness and am simple to leash up.
Ideal Home
I would do best in a home with another friendly dog (or dogs), a calm environment, and people who are patient as I settle in. I love companionship, whether it's from my humans or my dog friends, and I'm happiest when I feel included in a peaceful, loving pack. A backyard would be a wonderful bonus. I'm a little intimidated by very large dogs at first, but I warm up with time and patience. I don't have experience with cats or children, and because I can be shy and fearful with new situations and adults, a calm, adult-only home would likely be the best fit for me.
Ongoing Health
I am a healthy girl and have already been spayed. My adoption fee includes spaying/neutering, shots, and microchip.
Training & Support
I am potty and crate trained. I generally enjoy other pups, though I can initially be a bit cautious or snarky when meeting new dogs in my space. With brief supervision and gentle redirection during introductions (typically 5-10 minutes), I quickly settle in and become fully accepting and friendly. Once I've adjusted, I do not show resource guarding with food or toys and integrate very well into a pack environment.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
I am located in California and can be transported to the Pacific Northwest.
