Lottie

OWNER SURRENDER NOTESOwner surrender on 10/14/26. Surrendering due to moving. Have owned dog for 2 years. Owner reported that dog has no medical conditions. No behavior problems contributed to decision to surrender the dog. Favorite thing about the dog is that she is bx00very alert.bx00 Dog lived mostly inside. For dogbx00s personality, owner said dog is active, affectionate, shy. Medium energy level. Dog is afraid of fireworks, loud noises. Dog is used to living with adults. With children, owner reported dog is playful. Owner recommends dog could live with children. Around dogs, owner reported dog plays and barks excitedly. Dog has never bitten and broken skin of a human or another animal. For dog reactions, owner checked isnbx00t bothered if touches food bowl when eating, isnbx00t bothered when takes away toys, isnbx00t bothered if pushes/pulls of furniture, isnbx00t bothered if getting bathed or brushed, isnbx00t bothered when disturbed while resting or sleeping, isnbx00t bothered when stranger with walks towards you and dog, barks when a stranger passes your home.

BACKGROUND: Owner surrender on 10/14/26. Given Yellow dot on intake. Noted that dog was timid. Staff were able to handle dog for all intake procedures, including vaccines.B HANDLING: SDC report they are able to leash, walk, kennel, pick up, and handle without issues. Dog may retreat when first approached and can be skittish when being approached too quickly. Warms up for treats and pets when she is given time to approach at her own pace, and allows being picked up and handled without issues. Yellow for shelter handling. Dog is co-kenneled and attends play group with other small female dogs.B

Meet Lottie, a 2-year-old, 13-pound Chihuahua mix who is an affectionate little companion with a curious and alert side!

• Loves Her People: Lottie enjoys affection and warms up to treats and pets when given time to feel comfortable.
• A Little Shy: She may retreat if approached too quickly, so she appreciates gentle introductions and the chance to approach at her own pace.
• Playful Pup: Her previous family described her as active and playful with children. She enjoys playing with other dogs and currently spends time with other small female dogs at the shelter.
• Little Watchdog: Lottie is very alert and may bark when strangers pass her home. She can also be sensitive to fireworks and other loud noises.

Lottie is looking for a loving home that will give her time to settle in and feel safe. With patience, gentle handling, and plenty of affection, this little girl has lots of love to share!