Georgie

Description

Georgie is a 2 year old, 6 lb Chihuahua/Pug mix with the heart of a snuggly old soul and the body of a tiny Velcro shadow! Quick Facts: Name: Georgie Breed: Chihuahua/Pug mix Age: 2 years old Weight: 6 lbs. House-Trained: Working on it! Crate-Trained: He eats in his crate with the door open Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Not tested, but likely fine Good with Kids: Yes – best with kids who can respect his small size Energy Level: Couch potato/snuggle bug energy! Fence Required: No Dog’s Location: Garner, NC About Georgie’s Breed: Our best guess is that Georgie is a Chihuahua/Pug mixed breed. A Chihuahua/Pug mix—often called a “Chug”—is a charming blend of two affectionate, people oriented breeds, resulting in a small dog with a big heart and an even bigger desire to be close to their person. They’re typically snuggly, expressive, and eager to bond, with the Chihuahua’s loyalty and the Pug’s sweet, goofy warmth shining through. Many Chug type mixes love being lap dogs, thrive on human attention, and enjoy a cozy, predictable routine. Their ideal home is one that offers steady companionship, gentle structure, and lots of opportunities for closeness. Because they can be sensitive and may get underfoot, they tend to do best with older, dog savvy kids who understand how to move calmly around a small dog. A family that appreciates a cuddly, affectionate companion—and doesn’t mind a little shadow following them from room to room—will find a devoted, loving friend in a Chihuahua/Pug mix. What to Love about Georgie: Umm… everything! Georgie’s ideal home is one that won’t mind a little dog glued to their side—and occasionally to their face—because Georgie LIVES for closeness! He trusts easily and will happily sack out on your lap, flip onto his back for belly rubs, and snooze upside down without a care in the world. Let’s put it this way: If you happened to spend 20 hours on your couch a day, Georgie would easily sign up to be your “lap warmer” for the full 20 hours with that adorable little smile on his face! He’s incredibly smart—he learned to eat in his crate after one meal and mastered a deck to yard ramp in just three days—but he still needs patient guidance with leash walking and housebreaking. Georgie is wonderfully tolerant for baths and ear cleanings, even if he’s not thrilled about them, and he’s polite, gentle, and never destructive. This little cuddle bug adores sleeping in bed with his people—on your pillow, under the covers, anywhere he can be close—and would be happiest in a home that welcomes him right under the blankets! He hasn’t shown much interest in toys yet because he’s too busy snuggling, but his foster mom is hopeful that a playful side will emerge soon. Georgie does well with other dogs and happily lets them set the tone; he’d likely enjoy a calm doggie sibling to curl up with. He hasn’t met cats, but given how much he loves everyone, he’d probably be fine with them too. Because he’s tiny and tends to get underfoot, he’d do best with older, gentle kids who understand how to move around a very small dog. Georgie is a sweetheart through and through—affectionate, trusting, eager to bond, and happiest curled up in a warm lap. With continued potty training support, leash practice, and a family who loves snuggles as much as he does, he’ll blossom into the most devoted little companion. If you’re looking for a tiny shadow with a huge heart, Georgie is ready to curl up and stay forever! Georgie’s Glorious Highlights: • Velcro snuggle bug — happiest glued to your lap, chest, or even your face • Instant trust giver — bonds quickly and will cuddle with strangers like they’re old friends • Old soul energy — calm, cozy, and content to lounge for hours • Bed sleeping sweetheart — loves sleeping on your pillow or under the covers • Smart little learner — mastered crate eating in one meal and a yard ramp in three days • Working on potty skills — improving daily but sometimes too focused on his person to remember to go • Leash training in progress — doesn’t need a fenced yard as long as he’s leashed • Dog friendly companion — enjoys being near other dogs and lets them set the tone • Great with gentle handling — tolerant for baths and ear cleanings, even if he’s not thrilled • Ideal for older kids — tiny and gets underfoot, so best with calm, dog savvy children 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!