Meeps

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Meeps Meeps is the kind of dog who changes you a little. Tiny, resilient, hilarious, and heartbreakingly sweet, this 9-pound Chihuahua has already survived more than most dogs ever should. She was found alone outside, unable to use her back legs, and somehow still came out the other side wanting nothing more than to love people and be included in everything they do.

Now safe with her foster through New Hope Animal Rescue, Meeps has settled into foster life beautifully. She lives alongside bigger dogs and mostly just wants to be part of the pack while her foster mom carefully supervises. She’s not looking to wrestle or cause chaos — she just wants to belong.

Meeps earned her name because of the tiny little “meep meep” sounds she makes when she wants attention or wants to make sure you haven’t forgotten about her. She’s happiest curled up beside her person, riding shotgun in her dog car seat, tucked into a backpack on adventures, or snoozing in bed with you at night. She gives the gentlest little kisses and has the kind of face that makes strangers stop and smile. She’s extremely portable, travels well, and genuinely just wants to go wherever you go.

Meeps actually loves being on the move and scoots around surprisingly well on her own. She’s fast, determined, and absolutely not interested in sitting around feeling sorry for herself. We’ll also be getting her fitted for wheels in the future, and her foster is currently working on finding the right drag bag after the first one arrived too small. Once she’s fully geared up, Meeps is going to be absolutely racing around the house.

She’s also unintentionally hilarious with cats. From across the room, she acts very tough — growling and barking like she’s ready to run the place. Up close, though? She gently taps them with her nose, works up the courage for a tiny nibble, and then immediately respects boundaries the second the cat hisses and corrects her. She takes the hint pretty quickly.

But Meeps does need a special home — one that understands caring for her is a little different than caring for most dogs.

She needs her bladder expressed throughout the day, which she tolerates very well. It’s quick, easy to learn, and incredibly important for keeping her healthy and preventing infections. Anyone adopting Meeps also needs a reliable plan for care if they ever travel or need a pet sitter.

She also can’t control when she poops. Sometimes you’ll pick her up and surprise — poop. Sometimes you’ll stand up from the couch and realize Meeps left behind a tiny “gift.” Her foster mom handles it with washable blankets, towels, patience, and a sense of humor, because honestly? Meeps herself is so easy and so worth it.

Diapers are not a full-time solution for her because they can cause urine scald and infections, though she can wear one briefly for outings.

And then there’s Meeps’ greatest passion in life: human food. If it came from a dog food company, she is deeply suspicious. If it came from your plate, cup, snack bag, or takeout container? Meeps would very much like a sample, please. But you can’t fool her by pretending to eat dog food — somehow, she just knows.   She’s currently enjoying baked chicken, eggs, rice, and slowly trying new foods, but you absolutely cannot leave drinks unattended around this tiny trash panda in a Chihuahua body. Soda? Red Bull? Wine? Meeps believes all beverages belong to her.

Despite all of this, her foster mom says she’s one of the easiest foster dogs she’s ever had. She’s sweet, gentle, non-confrontational with other dogs, adaptable, and impossibly lovable. She doesn’t spend her days feeling sorry for herself. She’s just happy to be safe, included, warm, and loved.

Meeps can also use wheels and is currently being fitted for a drag bag to help her navigate even more independently.

Mostly, Meeps deserves someone who looks at her and sees possibility instead of inconvenience. Someone who understands that special needs dogs are still dogs — funny, joyful, affectionate little souls who just need a few accommodations.

Because once you meet her, you really will wonder how anyone could have left this tiny helpless dog behind.