About this Dog
Chaco might just be the gentlest soul on four legs—he’s basically a walking hug wrapped in fur. According to every vet (N=3) and vet tech (N=6) who’s ever met him, he’s not just a good boy—he’s the good boy. Like, if there were a medal for Most Likely to Be Called a Sweetheart by Strangers, Chaco would have retired the category. He adores people, especially kids. This stoic little marshmallow of a dog doesn’t wag his tail much, but get him around children and suddenly he’s got jazz hands back there. In fact, take a look at this super sweet video of Chaco greeting his foster family littles. He’s also been an absolute gentleman with the cat, which earns him major roommate points. Now, he does know a few commands: “Sit,” “Stay” (interpret that loosely), and “Drop it.” And let me tell you—when this boy found a whole chicken bone at the park and I told him to drop it, he actually did. No bargaining. No chewing faster out of spite. Just a calm, classy disengagement like he’d never even heard of poultry. Chaco is not a barker. In fact, I’ve never heard him bark—unless dreaming counts, in which case his tiny sleep woofs are absolutely precious and also hilarious. He makes the funniest little noises while he sleeps, like he’s chasing squirrels in slow motion. He’s still recovering from surgery, so we haven’t seen much of his playful side. He’s starting to feel good so check out this video of Chaco playing fetch. However, get this boy near his food and suddenly he’s got vertical lift. Nothing says “I feel better” like a little hop before dinner. And while Chaco isn’t the best on leash—because, heaven forbid he miss a chance to say hi to a stranger—he just wants to love everyone he meets. If tail wags were currency, Chaco would be flat broke until a kid walks by, and then he’s Bill Gates. All in all, Chaco’s a sweet, gentle goof who just wants neck scratches, love, and maybe a few less post-surgery restrictions. He’s basically the emotional support dog we don’t deserve, but we’re lucky to have anyway. Important note for future adopters: Chaco will need to stay on a special urinary health diet for life to help keep him feeling his best. He currently has at least one remaining bladder stone and is on medication to help prevent new ones from forming. With the right care and diet, he can continue to thrive and live a happy, healthy life. Chaco is from a local impound. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.
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Adopting a pet can be expensive, and we're trying to help by fundraising for each individual in need of adoption. After verifying the adoption, Chaco's new family will receive the funds that their pet has raised.
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For adoptions in which nokillnetwork.org was the matchmaker and we have contact information for both parties, we make every effort to contact the adopting family. For adoptions that were not facilitated by nokillnetwork.org, we still encourage the adopting family to claim the contribution by submitting the necessary information.
The adopting family is the only party eligible to receive the contribution. The adopting family will be required to provide proof of adoption between 4-6 weeks after adoption. This is to ensure that the home is a good match and Chaco was not returned. After we have verified the adoption, Chaco’s balance will be sent to the adopting family. Our staff provides instructions and help throughout this process.
We want the Chaco’s balance to go to the adopting family as a way to say thank you for providing a loving home and to help with pet care expenses. In the unfortunate event we cannot contact them and verify the adoption, Chaco’s balance will remain in our general fund. This fund may be used to match contributions made to other adoptable pets, incentify other adoption-related actions, promote our mission, or support the operating expenses of nokillnetwork.org. If you would like to make a direct contribution to nokillnetwork.org to help us help other pets in need, you can go here. We appreciate your generosity and help!
Contribute to Chaco's Stash!
100% of Chaco's balance will be sent to whoever adopts Chaco.
About this Dog
Chaco might just be the gentlest soul on four legs—he’s basically a walking hug wrapped in fur. According to every vet (N=3) and vet tech (N=6) who’s ever met him, he’s not just a good boy—he’s the good boy. Like, if there were a medal for Most Likely to Be Called a Sweetheart by Strangers, Chaco would have retired the category. He adores people, especially kids. This stoic little marshmallow of a dog doesn’t wag his tail much, but get him around children and suddenly he’s got jazz hands back there. In fact, take a look at this super sweet video of Chaco greeting his foster family littles. He’s also been an absolute gentleman with the cat, which earns him major roommate points. Now, he does know a few commands: “Sit,” “Stay” (interpret that loosely), and “Drop it.” And let me tell you—when this boy found a whole chicken bone at the park and I told him to drop it, he actually did. No bargaining. No chewing faster out of spite. Just a calm, classy disengagement like he’d never even heard of poultry. Chaco is not a barker. In fact, I’ve never heard him bark—unless dreaming counts, in which case his tiny sleep woofs are absolutely precious and also hilarious. He makes the funniest little noises while he sleeps, like he’s chasing squirrels in slow motion. He’s still recovering from surgery, so we haven’t seen much of his playful side. He’s starting to feel good so check out this video of Chaco playing fetch. However, get this boy near his food and suddenly he’s got vertical lift. Nothing says “I feel better” like a little hop before dinner. And while Chaco isn’t the best on leash—because, heaven forbid he miss a chance to say hi to a stranger—he just wants to love everyone he meets. If tail wags were currency, Chaco would be flat broke until a kid walks by, and then he’s Bill Gates. All in all, Chaco’s a sweet, gentle goof who just wants neck scratches, love, and maybe a few less post-surgery restrictions. He’s basically the emotional support dog we don’t deserve, but we’re lucky to have anyway. Important note for future adopters: Chaco will need to stay on a special urinary health diet for life to help keep him feeling his best. He currently has at least one remaining bladder stone and is on medication to help prevent new ones from forming. With the right care and diet, he can continue to thrive and live a happy, healthy life. Chaco is from a local impound. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.
