Wilson

About Wilson (Chihuahua) in Arlington, VA 22204

Wilson is waiting for you at Worthy Dog Rescue in Arlington, VA 22204. **NEEDS FOSTER** Meet Wilson! This adorable young pup came into rescue after living with an elderly owner who was no longer able to properly care for him. Wilson is now safe in foster care and looking for an active forever family that can keep up with his zest for life. Wilson is everything people love about puppies - playful, curious, affectionate, and full of personality. He approaches every day with enthusiasm and excitement and is always ready for his next adventure. His foster mom describes him as incredibly smart, very entertaining, and definitely a bit of a handful in the way that only adolescent puppies can be. Wilson is a high-energy pup. He loves to play, explore, and stay busy. Because of this, we strongly feel he would thrive in a home with another young, playful dog who can help burn off some of that energy. He loves canine companionship and would enjoy having a buddy to wrestle, chase, and play with. As far as his house manners, he is making good progress with housetraining. Early on, he showed some excited or submissive urination, but this has improved significantly in foster care. He is crate-trained and keeps his crate clean when his foster parents are out of the home. While he may protest for a few minutes when first crated, he settles down and relaxes once he realizes it's time to rest. On walks, Wilson is generally well-behaved and enjoys exploring the world around him. He can be a little unsure when meeting new dogs and may need a moment to warm up, but he gains confidence quickly and looks to his people for reassurance. Like many adolescent dogs, Wilson is still learning what belongs to him and what doesn't. If left unattended, he'll happily investigate coffee tables, towels, clothing, and anything else that looks interesting. In Wilson's mind, everything is a toy. The good news is that he's very smart and responds well to correction and guidance. This type of behavio