Summary
A woman named Madison Austin thought she was adopting a small Chihuahua for her New York City apartment. The dog, named Henry, unexpectedly grew very large, reaching 95 pounds, and turned out to be a Labrador retriever. Despite the surprise, the family is happy with Henry and enjoys life with him.
Key Facts
- Madison Austin adopted a dog in April 2020, believing it was a Chihuahua.
- The dog, Henry, started growing quickly after adoption.
- Initially advertised as a 4-pound Chihuahua, Henry gained up to 5 pounds a week.
- A vet confirmed the dog was not a Chihuahua but a Labrador retriever.
- Henry reached a weight of 95 pounds and adapted well to living with Austin's family, which includes two daughters.
- The family initially prepared for a small dog but adjusted happily to Henry's larger size.
- Madison Austin shares updates about Henry on Instagram.
- Henry's adoption story highlights the unexpected joys of rescuing dogs of any breed.