Animal Information: Canelo is a 7lb, 6-month-old Chihuahua mix who came to Animal Control after being surrendered from a home with too many dogs. He ended up at the Stanislaus Animal Shelter and was at risk due to space.

One look at that squishy little face and we knew we had to get him out of there!

We're excited to welcome this sweet little guy to the PNW and help him find the family he deserves. We can't wait to meet him!

Foster Profile:

You can't help but smile when you look at this little guy! He has great character and supplies endless entertainment!

Like most young dogs, Canelo can be very "busy". He is great at self-entertaining whether chewing on a bone, shaking a stuffy, or attempting to get the resident golden retriever to play! Mornings tend to be his most active and making sure the house is puppy proofed (no accessible shoes or socks) has kept him focused on appropriate activities and toys.

Canelo does great in his crate (he sleeps quietly throughout the night) and has been nearly perfect in terms of house training. Impressive for a 6 month old puppy!

It is clear Canelo has not had much leash or life experience. Consistent walks will help him improve quickly. Currently, he is unsure how to react when approaching other walkers and dogs. We will definitely be working on exposure and proper leash behavior while in foster care.

Canelo comes well when called but is definitely challenged by his enthusiasm for…well, everything! Trying to keep all 4 feet on the ground is tough! He loves to jump and I am continually amazed at his agility! We are working to curb this behavior along with puppy nipping however due to these 2 habits, I would caution applicants with small children/toddlers in the home.

All in all, Canelo is a great puppy and will be a wonderful companion for years to come. He -loves lounging in the yard, enjoying the sunshine and the occasional romp in the grass! Canelo came from a home with other dogs and has done great with my resident golden. A home with another doggy sibling is preferred.

Adoption Info: Adoption fee is $575 which includes spay/neuter, core vaccinations Rabies and DPPV per AVMA standards, any indicated preventative care, heartworm test, microchip with lifetime registration, and recent health check with a veterinarian. Adoption fee may be tax deductible as Dog Gone Seattle is a 501c3 organization (ID 81-5101166).

Apply Online: www.doggoneseattle.org/adoption-application

Animal History: This dog was transferred from Stanislaus Animal Shelter our rescue partner will be transferred via START arriving to foster care on 7/16/26 and available for adoption in the greater Seattle area once evaluated in foster care.