Vera the Chihuahua Mix Escaped a Hoarding Situation—Now She Needs a Patient, Loving Home!

Vera
Credit: Animal House Shelter, Inc.
pet adopted

Here's What You Need To Know:

  • Pet's Location: huntley IL, 60142
  • Pet's Age: 1 Year 10 Months
  • Pet's Size: small
  • Pet's Gender: female
  • Pet's Color: white with tan, yellow or fawn
  • Pet's Breed: Chihuahua / Italian Greyhound / Mixed (short coat)
  • Pet's Activity Level: Moderately Active
  • Pet good with dogs? yes
  • Pet good with cats? yes
  • Pet good with kids? no

Organization:

  • Name: animal house shelter, inc.
  • Address: 13005 Ernesti Road , Huntley, IL 60142
  • Site: http://www.animalhouseshelter.com

Vera has never known what it’s like to be truly loved. Born into a hoarding situation, this tiny Chihuahua-Italian Greyhound mix has spent her young life in survival mode. But at just 10 pounds and under a year old, she has her whole life ahead of her—she just needs a family willing to give her the patience and care she deserves.

Meet Vera

🐾 Breed: Chihuahua / Italian Greyhound mix
🎂 Born: March 28, 2023
⚖️ Weight: 10 lbs
💰 Adoption Fee: $450

Like all adoptable dogs at Animal House Shelter, Vera is:
✔️ Microchipped
✔️ Spayed
✔️ Up-to-date on vaccines and preventatives
✔️ Heartworm tested (if age-appropriate)

Vera Needs a Special Kind of Home

Because of her background, Vera will need time to acclimate to her new environment. She would thrive in a home with:
✔️ A patient adopter who understands shy dogs
✔️ A quiet, stable environment to help her feel secure
✔️ Gentle socialization at her own pace

Vera is slowly learning what love and safety feel like. Now, she just needs the right family to help her blossom.

📍 Animal House Shelter – Huntley, IL
📅 Open Hours:

  • Sunday–Friday: 11 AM–7 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM–7 PM

🔗 Apply to Adopt Vera: Adoption Application

Vera’s past doesn’t define her future—could you be the one to show her what a loving home truly feels like?

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