Chai the Malshipoo: Tiny Heart, Big Love, Ready for Her Forever Home
Here's What You Need To Know:
- Pending Adoption? no
- Pet's Location: amherst MA, 01002
- Pet's Age: 5 Years 7 Months
- Pet's Size: small
- Pet's Gender: female
- Pet's Color: fawn
- Pet's Breed: Maltese / Poodle (Toy) / Mixed (long coat)
- Pet good with dogs? yes
- Pet good with cats? no
- Pet good with kids? no
Organization:
- Name: joyful pets animal rescue
- Address: Amherst, MA 01002
- Site: https://joyfulpets.org
Meet Chai! This 5½-year-old Malshipoo is a fawn-coated bundle of joy with soft white accents—and just seven pounds of pure affection. Part Toy Poodle, part Maltese, part Shih Tzu, and one hundred percent heart melter, Chai has a sparkle in her eyes and kisses that win over everyone in seconds.
Chai is happiest when she’s close to her people, greeting friends and friendly strangers with tail wags and snuggles. She thrives with a calm dog buddy her size and attentive humans nearby, making her ideal for a gentle, loving household who enjoy daytime outings and cozy evenings in. She’s a world-class snuggler at bedtime and happily sleeps in her padded crate during the day.
🐾 Why Chai Is So Special
- 🐶 Breed: Malshipoo (Maltese x Shih Tzu x Toy Poodle)
- 🎂 Age: 5½ years
- ⚖️ Weight: 7 lbs
- 💛 Super affectionate, social, and eager to please
- 🐾 Knows basic commands: sit, down, up, yes
- 🧩 Loves puzzle toys and food-motivated training
- 🏡 House-trained and comfortable in her crate
💖 Personality & Care Needs
- ❤️ Forms deep bonds and thrives on companionship
- ⚠️ Experiences separation anxiety—needs gentle reassurance and structure
- 🌩️ Sensitive to loud noises like thunderstorms or fireworks
- 🐶 Best with calm households, older children, or thoughtful adults
- 🦴 Health: spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, manages mild seasonal allergies
- 🦵 Has a grade 3 luxating patella in her back left leg—requires minimal stairs and harness use on walks
🏡 What She’s Looking For
✔️ A loving home ready to give her attention, guidance, and gentle care
✔️ Someone patient, understanding, and attentive to her small size and sensitive nature
✔️ A calm dog buddy is a plus, but not required
✔️ A family who will continue building her confidence with positive reinforcement
Chai is a tiny adventure buddy and devoted cuddle companion, ready to fill a home with joy, love, and companionship. Could you be the one to welcome this affectionate shadow into your life?
📩 To adopt Chai, reach out: adopt@joyfulpets.com
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