Dog Details

Meet Orca, a cheerful little Chiweenie with a big personality and an even bigger heart. At 17 pounds, he’s the perfect mix of playful and snuggly—always ready to chase a toy, join you for a walk, or curl up in your lap when it’s time to relax. Orca is a smart, eager-to-please guy who loves being part of whatever you’re doing, whether it’s cooking dinner or supervising your bathroom breaks (he takes his responsibilities very seriously).

When he first arrived, Orca had a bit of separation anxiety and made his feelings known by protesting the kennel. But he’s learned quickly and now goes in on command, sleeps quietly through the night in his kennel, and only fusses if he needs to go outside. He’s a fast learner who has picked up on house routines easily and continues to impress with how adaptable he is.

Orca is cautious around new people but warms up quickly once he knows you’re a friend. He’s fine with calm, older children but finds the quick movements and excitement of little ones overwhelming, so a home without small kids is best. He enjoys the company of other friendly dogs, and while he hasn’t met cats in his foster home, he may chase if they run—though he’d probably back off if the cat stands its ground.

He walks nicely on a leash, though he’s still working on not pulling, and loves getting out for daily strolls. Orca’s playful, affectionate, and a little goofy—he’s the kind of dog who’ll make you laugh every single day.

He’s looking for a home where his people are around most of the time and where he can be part of the action. If you want a loyal sidekick who’s as smart as he is sweet, Orca might just be your perfect match.

Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.   

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