Chiquita Chihuahua Rescue

09/04/2026

GENERAL PUPDATE and TONTO UPDATE:

I am babysitting 2 of Chiquita Chihuahua’s Humane Society of Yuma alumni: Clover and the appropriately named “Chief of operations”, Queenie. Their Mom and Dad went away for the holiday weekend. (They were previously the parents of senior Mister, who has passed away). Very shy with me at first, it took the girls about an hour to remember who I was. Then Clover was attached to me and Queenie took over the ottoman that the pet steps lead to, which is used for the dogs to get access to the sofa and the multiple available cushy beds/blankies. Although Queenie wasn’t being bossy nor aggressive, not one other dog was willing to use the pet steps to the ottoman- It was just like Queenie had unceremoniously claimed her throne!!! I had to bring a 2nd set of steps out for the other dogs to be willing to come up onto the furniture.

Tonto ate just a few bites of chicken I cooked and then ground last evening; This morning he ate 1/2 of his breakfast. Dr. Jillson and I had decided to leave his IV catheter in last evening, just in case he needed to come back today. Because it is a 3 day holiday weekend coming up, AND Tonto is still being a bit quiet and not eating all of his food yet, I did decide to take him back to Daisy Mountain to get some more fluids and monitoring. I will pick him up this evening on my way home from my temporary caregiver job.

I have posted photos below of Clover, an atypical young girl to be rescued by CCR, and Queenie, her majesty LOL.

Remember that donations can be phoned in to the Chiquita Chihuahua Rescue account at Daisy Mtn Vet Hospital: They are open Mon-Fri
7:30 AM - 6 PM.
623-551-8387

Everybody stay cool and safe and enjoy your weekend!

09/03/2026

Tonto is at Daisy Mountain Vet for the day getting IV fluids, IV antibiotics and pain meds. He has had a markedly decreased appetite for the past 2 days, has been quieter than usual. He last play wrestled with his foster friends Monday evening.
He was diagnosed today with pancreatitis, a urinary tract infection and a Grade 2/6 heart murmur. He’s about 14 years old and came to CCR after being on the E-List at the Maricopa County Shelter when he was only about 1 year old. He was never aggressive, just profoundly fearful. Over the years, I never felt he was adoptable for his own safety, because he does not like to be picked up and remains very timid. I feared if he ever got loose he would be gone forever. He’s an old man now, his last dental removed any remaining teeth and his best friends here are permanent fosters Meredith and PepperCorn.
Regardless of his shyness, he gets very excited when someone that he knows comes to the house like my daughter Sarah or my friend Marinellie. He bounces up and down and wags his tail and comes VERY close to them.
I’ll post a photo in the comments of his rescue day when he was a beautiful, young chocolate boy with very long giraffe life legs!
Any donations for today’s hospital care can be phoned into Daisy Mountain Vet Hospital, and make sure they post any funds to the Chiquita Chihuahua Rescue account (They offer reduced charges to 2 other rescues too!) they are open Monday- Friday 7:30 AM - 6 PM :
623-551-8387.
I will post an update tomorrow evening.

08/29/2026

Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day
In honor of the CCR adopted dogs and permanent fosters who have left this earth for a better place:
To be reunited with their beloved families one day.

This is not all inclusive; I literally had to go through over 1500 photos on my phone, to choose the dogs that I know have passed, via my continued communications with their adoptive families.
Apologies for any Rainbow dogs that are not included; Please post your dog in the comments to share.

I recommend choosing the full screen option when viewing. You will note that I am not well versed with video creation using IPhone technology and I apologize in advance.

Hugs to all who have lost cherished animal companions over the years. The loss creates a gnawing pain in our souls.
And although the rawness fades, our hearts are never completely healed from the loss of an animal companion. They are truly our family.

08/27/2026

*** CELEBRATING NATIONAL DOG DAY! ***
Enjoy some historical CCR photos!
So many wonderful animals and memories.
Dogs center us and make our lives whole!

08/24/2026

Fromms canned dog food recall. Please note.

See a complete list of all dog food recalls and FDA warnings since 2009, as tracked by the editors of the Dog Food Advisor.

08/24/2026

Diego was a senior chihuahua rescued years ago by CCR who was absolutely adored and treasured by his adopters. Diego has since passed away, but was permanently honored by his parents when they used his name for their elite horse training facility in Gilbert: “Rancho Diego”. The facility now has a fully functioning website, with the info attached below. Of course, I have included photos of Diego when he was adopted, and another from years later, when he was living his best life as a little old man.
Diego, a little senior dog in the shelter, began his rescued life in a small way, but made a huge imprint on his animal loving family (His Mom has recently been sharing posts of a small injured bird she has been tenderly caring for). For all time, horsemen/women who enter the training facility will be honoring the memory of a little Chihuahua named Diego.

08/11/2026

Miriam is still available for adoption! This beautiful, quiet, 11 year old gal has been fully vetted and is super easy to care for. She had her single remaining tooth removed so she eats canned food and softened/soaked/mashed Honest Kitchen food. MiMi has a feline type personality and doesn’t ask for a lot of handling- She’s an independent kind of gal. She’s also quiet unless she is hungry, then she will hop and bark until her meal is served! She weighs 5 pounds and has a beautiful, soft black coat with medium length fur but she does not shed.
Interested in meeting MiMi?
Her adoption fee is $250 and basically covers the veterinary care she receives after being transferred from the Humane Society of Yuma, out primary shelter partner.

**Chiquita Chihuahua adoption process**
The goal is to find the best possible match for both the adopter(s) and the dog, in order to provide a permanent home for the rescued dog. Most of the dogs in rescue have had an imperfect past and need adopters who are patient and want the dog to reach their highest potential. I always say each human has their individual quirks, and the same applies to dogs. There is no “perfect” dog.
Our dogs are all fostered in one home location, are not crated and are treated as family members. This provides the security of frequent interaction, playtime, and meals
in individual dishes. The goal is to mimic what their future home environment / daily routine will look like. The CCR dogs typically have a seamless adjustment into their adoptive homes.

Interested adopters, please send an email to
[email protected] with the following information:
1. Your location
2. Number of human and pet household members, including their ages.
3. If you currently have any pets, what is their general temperament?
4. Any experience with rescued animals?
5. Do you live in a house or apartment?
6. What is your average daily routine?
7. What size/age/personality would you prefer in an adopted dog?
8. Any anticipated major life changes over the next 2-4 years?

NOTE:
CCR typically does not adopt into homes with children under age 10, or to families with large breed dogs.

Donations are always welcome to cover the costs of our permanent rescue fosters for veterinary care, food and supplies. CCR is a 501(c)(3) organization and can provide a donation receipt.
Via PayPal: [email protected]
Zelle
Enjoy the video of MiMi!

07/24/2026

Some basic safety advice for your pets from an emergency vet.

07/23/2026

MIMI aka “MIRIAM” is ready for her forever home! She’s been with CCR for the past 2
months, so she could have her necessary vet care and to take the time to get to know her. MiMi has an estimated age of 11 years and has an unusual personality, atypical for a chihuahua! She is very cat-like in her temperament and movements. She’s independent, and NOT a “yappy” chihuahua by any means. She only barks when she is hungry and wants to be fed. Gets along with all of the other permanent fosters in the rescue. She has a beautiful, black soft coat, is housebroken and even uses a doggie door to the patio. MiMi is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and had her one remaining tooth removed. She would love a home where she can live out her golden years happily ever very after. Is that you?
If you are interested, please send an email to CCR : [email protected].
Her adoption fee is $250.
A home visit and references will be required. Photos below, video will be posted in the comments.