Ritz

Meet Ritz! This 1-year-old, 15-pound Chihuahua mix is a playful little guy with a big heart, a love for his dog friends, and a soft spot for snuggle time.

Ritz can be a bit shy when meeting new people or settling into unfamiliar surroundings, but give him a little time and patience, and you'll get to see a whole different side of him. He's made wonderful progress in his foster home, growing more comfortable and confident as he's learned that new people and new places aren't so scary after all. He's especially fond of his familiar people and tends to warm up more easily with a canine buddy by his side.

Once Ritz feels at home, he's ready to have some fun! He loves playing with other dogs, chasing toys, playing fetch, and burning off energy with a good romp around the house or yard. He's also a fan of lap time and being close to his people. He's been doing well with dogs of all sizes, cats, and children, and has adjusted nicely to a home with a little bit of everything. New faces and busier environments can still make him nervous, so he'll appreciate a family willing to let him settle in at his own pace.

Ritz is house-trained, keeps his crate clean, and is learning his leash manners and basic commands. He's still working on things like sitting, waiting, and keeping all four paws on the floor when excitement gets the better of him. He can also clear a baby gate with impressive ease, so don't underestimate this little jumper!

A secure fenced yard is required for Ritz, giving him a comfortable place to explore, play, and build confidence without the pressure of navigating unfamiliar surroundings on leash. Another friendly dog in the home would be a wonderful bonus, as he really enjoys canine companionship.

Ritz has already come a long way, and with a little patience, a loving home, and perhaps a four-legged friend to show him the ropes, he's sure to keep blossoming. His future family just needs to give him the time to feel safe, and he'll reward them with plenty of playtime, companionship, and cuddles. His minimum adoption fee is $300 plus a $15 rabies registration fee for McLean County residents if he is 4 months or older.

He has been neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, heartworm checked, dewormed, and is on flea and heartworm preventatives.

For information about this dog's breed(s), visit:
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm

To fill out our adoption application, go to:
http://fs16.formsite.com/WishBoneCanineRescue/adoptionapplication/index.html