Meet Petey.

Normal, IL · 1 year 3 months · Chihuahua / Mixed

Listed since Aug 19, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Oct 25, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Petey, a 1-year-old, 10-pound Chihuahua mix with a playful side, a cuddly side, and just enough silly puppy energy to keep life entertaining! This little guy may be curious but shy when meeting someone new, but once he feels safe, he warms up quickly and is ready to show off his sweet personality. Petey LOVES toys, and fetch is definitely one of his favorite games! He'll happily toss toys around and entertain himself, too, so he's perfectly capable of keeping himself busy. When playtime is over, he's just as happy snuggling up with his favorite person or settling in with a good bone to chew. Petey would also love a playful canine companion to romp around with - he had a few besties at the shelter and had an absolute blast playing with them. Petey is house-trained once he learns his new routine, and he's crate-trained, too! He sleeps well in his crate, even in another room, and is usually content all night when given a potty break before bedtime. He's also done well on car rides and enjoys going for walks, although loud traffic can be a little intimidating while he's still building confidence. He's working on his sit and stay, and like many young pups, he's still learning his manners. Shoes and napkins can occasionally catch his eye, so he'll appreciate a family ready to help him learn what's fair game and redirect his curious little self. This sensitive little guy can take a bit longer to warm up to men, and apparently baseball caps are much less suspicious when they're removed or worn backward! With patience and a gentle approach, Petey's confidence continues to grow. He'll need a secure fenced yard to safely explore and play, as he can slip out of his harness when frightened. A family willing to help him navigate the world at his own pace will give him the best chance to blossom into the happy, confident companion he's meant to be. Petey has so much love and personality packed into his tiny frame. If you're looking for a playful little sidekick who can make you laugh, play fetch with you, and then curl up for some quality cuddle time, Petey might just be your guy! His minimum adoption fee is $250, plus a $15 rabies registration fee for McLean County residents if he is 4 months or older. He has been neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, heartworm checked, dewormed, and is on flea and heartworm preventatives. For information about this dog's breed(s), visit: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm To fill out our adoption application, go to: http://fs16.formsite.com/WishBoneCanineRescue/adoptionapplication/index.html

RescueGroups record ID: 22719580

What this home needs

• Still to ask the shelter

  other dogs · cats · children · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:22 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:22 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.