Owner Told Chihuahua Won’t Get Much Bigger—Realizes Rescue ‘Lied to Us’
Summary
A woman adopted a small Chihuahua puppy that was expected to remain small, but the dog grew much larger than typical for the breed. The dog, named Zero, is now thought to be a mix of different breeds, which explains its larger size. Research shows that it's common for animal shelters to incorrectly label the breed and size of dogs based on looks alone.Key Facts
- Elyssa adopted a Chihuahua puppy named Zero, initially weighing one pound.
- Zero grew to 18 pounds, which is much larger than the typical Chihuahua size.
- Zero might be a mix of a corgi and an Australian cattle dog, according to a vet.
- Animal shelters often misidentify dog breeds based on appearance.
- A study found shelter workers correctly identified a dog's breed about two-thirds of the time.
- DNA tests showed that only about 5% of dogs in shelters were purebred.
- Shelter practices often focus on a dog's appearance rather than its actual breed mix.
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