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Woman Thought She Was Adopting Chihuahua, But Then He Kept Growing

Woman Thought She Was Adopting Chihuahua, But Then He Kept Growing

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.

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