Bandit-Adopted

Stats:

Sex: Male
Possible Breed: Chihuahua mix
Age: 2 years
Weight: 8ย lbs

Note about the breed: The indicated breed is our best guess estimate based on visual characteristics, but without a DNA test, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. However, mixed-breed dogs, lovingly known as mutts, encompass a wonderful variety of traits and are often some of the most cherished and lovable companions.

Description:

Meet Bandit โ€“ The Tiny Outlaw Whoโ€™ll Steal Your Heart!

Donโ€™t let the name fool youโ€”Banditโ€™s only crime is being outrageously lovable! This spunky Chihuahua mix is the perfect mix of morning zoomies, midday walks, and evening snuggles. He greets each day with tail-wagging excitement and canโ€™t wait to explore the world by your side. Seriouslyโ€”his little legs move fast, and heโ€™s always ready to see whatโ€™s around the next corner!

Bandit is house trained, crate trained, and a total cuddle pro. After a short adjustment period, he now sleeps quietly in his crate at night and can be left uncrated during the day without any issues. He loves a routine and is happiest when he knows what to expectโ€”structure makes him shine!

Heโ€™s currently fostered with dogs of all sizes and holds his own like a champ (even when play gets rowdy, heโ€™ll run to โ€œmomโ€ if backup is needed). Bandit has also coexisted peacefully with a cat in his foster home, showing interest but no aggression. He may be small, but heโ€™s got a big personality and a brave heart.

Like many Chihuahuas, Bandit has a mighty bark, especially when heโ€™s alerting you to the mailman, a leaf blowing, or someone walking by five houses down. But itโ€™s all part of his charmโ€”and his bark is definitely bigger than his bite.

Speaking of biteโ€”Bandit gives โ€œlove nibblesโ€ when heโ€™s over-the-moon happy. During belly rubs or when youโ€™re doting on him, he might gently mouth your hand out of affection. Itโ€™s never aggressive and improves with gentle guidance. The only time heโ€™s shown fear-based behavior was at the vet (who started the appointment with a very unkind temperature check ๐Ÿซฃ)โ€”so a little patience and a muzzle for vet visits are recommended, just to be safe.

Bandit hasnโ€™t lived with kids during his time in foster care, but his loving nature suggests he could do well with respectful children after a proper meet-and-greet. Heโ€™s a sweet, quirky, and loyal little guy who just wants a home full of love, structure, and soft blankets.

Ready to have your heart stolen by a blanket-loving, walk-obsessed, sun-worshipping little shadow? Banditโ€™s your guy.

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