Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie (medium coat) • 3 Years 1 Month • Male • Small
Pataskala, OH
Rescue ID: 4697
Energy: HighActivity: Moderately ActiveDogs OK
Meet Vinny — Your Tiny Shadow With a Huge Personality!
At just under four pounds, Vinny may be teeny, teeny tiny, but don't tell him that! This little guy has enough personality, love, and charm packed into his pint-sized body to fill a much bigger dog.
Affectionately known as "My Cousin Vinny," this happy-go-lucky boy loves being wherever his people are. If you're looking for a dog who will be your constant companion, Vinny is your guy. He specializes in snuggling, giving kisses, and finding creative ways to stay as close to you as possible. His favorite place in the world? Curled up around your neck, tucked against your chest, or burrowed under the covers beside you.
Vinny is a cheerful, goofy little fellow who approaches life with enthusiasm. He enjoys walks, loves car rides, and takes his job as co-pilot very seriously. He gets along well with other dogs and is always trying to convince them to join in his fun, playful antics. Whether he's exploring the yard, supervising household activities, or soaking up belly rubs, Vinny is happiest when he's included in the action.
Because of his exceptionally tiny size, Vinny's ideal home will be one where everyone can be mindful of just how small he is. He would do best with older, dog-savvy children and adults who can safely navigate around a little dog who is often underfoot and eager to be part of everything you're doing. His forever family should appreciate that tiny dogs require a little extra awareness and protection, but Vinny more than makes up for it with his oversized personality and endless affection.
Vinny is making progress with his house-training and is learning household routines. He thrives on consistency, attention, and lots of love. In return, he'll reward his family with endless kisses, laughter, companionship, and more cuddles than you ever thought possible from a dog his size.
If you're looking for a devoted little sidekick with a huge heart, a goofy sense of humor, and a strong belief that personal space is overrated, Vinny may be the perfect addition to your family.
Vinny's adoption donation is $550 and he is being fostered in the North Central Ohio area. He has been neutered, microchipped, received his rabies, distemper/parvo, bivalent canine influenza, and Bordetella vaccines, tested negative for heartworms and started on prevention, received flea prevention, and had a dental cleaning.