Joey
Social Tees Animal Rescue
- Food$18–30
- Insurance$35–60
- Routine vet$25–45
- Supplies$15–30
A NYC estimate for a dog this size and coat. Excludes the adoption fee and anything unexpected.
Fully grown. This breed typically settles around 4–7 lbs.
- ✓Good with kids
- ✓Good with dogs
- ✓Good with cats
- ✓Spayed / neutered
- ✓House-trained
- ✓Vaccinations up to date
Joey - 8 years & 11.4lbs. Chi MIx, Neutered This dog is eligible to join our foster-to-adopt program. Please email fostertoadopt@socialteesnyc.org with the animal’s name in the subject line if you are interested! Want to straight up adopt? Submit an adoption application at socialteesnyc.org Thier Foster Family Says: "If Joey could have it his way, he'd spend most of the day nuzzled under your chin, curled in your lap, or stretched out in the crook of your arm, with the rest of the time for big walks and saying hi to dogs. He can't always have it his way, so he's happy to wait patiently for you to come do one of those things. Joey is a total cuddlebug sweetheart who loves his person and wants to be close. He loves saying hi to other dogs and is polite, if a little awkward, and I think will be eager to play with the right dog friend. Don't be fooled by his age! He has wonderful puppy-like energy and has not yet met a hike that has bested him, and loves to get his zoomies out playing with his people. He is readily gaining confidence in the city but is still pretty spooked by cars, so would really shine in a more suburban area. He can be slow to warm up to some men. Joey really is a spunky little lovebug. Don't be fooled by his age! He has wonderful puppy-like energy and has not yet met a hike that has bested him, and loves to get his zoomies out playing with his people. He is readily gaining confidence in the city. He can be slow to warm up to some men. Joey really is a spunky little lovebug."
🧠 Temperament
Bold and deeply bonded to one or two people. Chihuahuas are often wary of strangers and can be snappy if they were never taught that hands are safe — early gentle socialization matters.
🎾 Exercise
He has wonderful puppy-like energy and has not yet met a hike that has bested him, and loves to get his zoomies out playing with his people. Low — short walks and indoor play are plenty.
✂️ Grooming
Easy for both smooth and long coats. Dental care is the real priority; small breeds are prone to tooth disease.
🏙️ In a NYC apartment
He is readily gaining confidence in the city but is still pretty spooked by cars, so would really shine in a more suburban area. Extremely apartment-friendly and easy to carry on the subway.
