Spam

About Spam (Chihuahua) in Minneapolis

Spam is waiting for you at Underdog Rescue MN in Minneapolis, MN 55416. Spam is a small Chiweenie with a big personality and an even bigger bark—at least for the first few minutes. He may sound like a tough guy when he’s nervous, but it’s all fear, not aggression. Once he realizes you’re safe, he softens instantly and becomes a sweet, affectionate little companion who reaches out with his paw and looks right into your eyes as if to say, “Okay… I trust you now.” Spam is still learning that the world isn’t such a scary place. New people, new environments, and unfamiliar situations can be overwhelming for him. His initial greeting can be intense—deep barking, growling, and lots of bravado—but once he has a moment to settle, he’s a completely different dog: gentle, loving, and eager to be near his person. Sometimes, he surprises everyone and warms up instantly—like recently when he climbed right into a visitor’s lap—but other times, especially with new or younger people, he still needs time and space to feel safe. Once comfortable, Spam is incredibly affectionate. He loves to be close to his people, often jumping up to sit beside you wherever you are, curling up under his foster’s desk while she works, or burrowing under the blankets at night. He also has a quirky, endearing habit of gently “suckling” on the ears of other dogs—a little comfort behavior that perfectly reflects his sensitive nature. Spam came from a home with many dogs and does well with both big and small dogs after a proper introduction. While he can be a bit of a jerk at first (his words, not ours), he settles in quickly and has made great progress—those early spats have mostly disappeared. He recently spent time with a very large, senior Lab and was completely comfortable after the first day. He and his brother Meatloaf were rescued together and are very bonded. Spam does especially well when Meatloaf is around, and if possible, they would love to be adopted together, though not required. Spam i