Watch This Feral Chihuahua Learn What A Belly Rub Is | The Dodo Little But Fierce

[@DanielHernandez-cm3om]

Once a dog gives you its most vulnerable spot, that is the tummy, for rubs, means it trusts you

[@FunkThompson]

It can also be more submission, that then leads to trust. That was the dog essentially saying "OK I give up." And then saying "Uh... why was I trying to bite this thing, this is AMAZING!"

[@BunnyQueen97]

So many dogs like this little one never make it out of the shelter because they each need someone to look at them as an individual and give them the treatment they need. Some dogs need space and time, some dogs need to know their fear won’t push someone away. It’s a huge task!

[@Tazerboy_10]

Yup; It sure does!

[@peace-and-quiet]

Indeed! I have a chi like this. Adopted her when she was four. She's fourteen now. Obviously, she has made improvements, but still skittish and still bites others. She chose me as her "one" human and has never/will not ever bite me, but continues to bite my husband impulsively. We accept her. She has had other dogs to help her along here at home and we simply give her the best life we can. She's never been alone and I'm always at home. I think despite her nervousness, she knows deep in her heart that she is loved ❤️ ( you would think by now 🤷‍♀️ )

[@donaldcaesar6009]

Where is she my wife and I would love to take her in.

[@5DNRG]

Your post shows you really understand our precious little ones...🌻👍

[@sakitoby1581]

@@peace-and-quiet Yep you just gotta meet them where they are, sometimes...sounds like you've helped her live her best life! God bless you and your hubs for that. Nice thing about small dogs is that even when they've got problematic behaviors, you can manage them because they're little guys. My rotten little baby (not a chi) was an angry little biter but usually only with MOM & DAD! HAHAHA With everyone else, acted like a little angel. Brat! But we knew how to handle her. She was only a menace at home, and a small one.

[@coldsobacos]

lucille : *bites* the foster mom : *pets her belly* lucille : i have reconsidered my decision

[@matthewperdun9312]

Lol that moment was adorable

[@alexgunderson1422]

She like (oh thats the spot yea)

[@cynthiareyes1495]

🤣

[@spacemax8896]

She be like "You got 30 minutes to stop that !"

[@Earthy-Artist]

😂

[@cars654]

You are a very special person to help this little dog trust people again.

[@GingerTheSpoiledCat]

👍🥰😀

[@zerosumgame5700]

Feral. This dog *never* trusted people. Assuming it isn't clickbait flavor text, those belly rubs should have been the *first* time she trusted people.

[@biokosmos]

He really like It!

[@Ou81269]

Amen. That says it all.

[@gabriellakaterina6782]

Indeed she is! 💚💙💜

[@cindywitter9741]

I adopted a severely abused Chi, it took almost 2 months before he trusted me enough to let me touch him. I used the 3 ingredients to gain his trust….time, patience and a ton of love. When the breakthrough came he turned into my teddy bear. I loved him so much ❤️. He passed in my arms at age 16 covered in my tears.

[@zoraidita2022]

❤

[@danielorlando8172]

Unconditional love means unconditional sacrifice. We will always move heaven and Earth to protect them ❤️❤️💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍💘💝💖💗💓💓💕♥️♥️❤️‍🩹💔❤️‍🔥🐕🐈🐱🐶

[@David-kn2lb]

❤❤❤

[@Here4TheHeckOfIt]

It is part of life, and he passed on in the best way possible - surrounded by love ❤

[@paulpienkowski498]

She reminds me of my little girl. A scared Chihuahua who just melted when you loved her.

[@GingerTheSpoiledCat]

She was so cute getting pet with her scared face 🤗😃❤🧡

[@gabriellakaterina6782]

❤️ love always works... sooner or later!

[@kathyrama4570]

I have a Chihuahua, Latte, she LOVES belly rubs. I love her soooi much.

[@customer5032]

Kathy Rama- Latte is a great name! My two are named Vanilla and Caramel! 🐾🐕🐾🐕

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Elwood is my guy. Chi are the best. He is a long hair long leg dude. He is damn smart

[@Stalkergames916]

Every stray or feral I meet loves belly rubs happy she got to get a loving person

[@customer5032]

@@thereissomecoolstuff yes agreed, they are super smart!

[@kathyrama4570]

@@Stalkergames916 My little daughter was not a stray, but she was neglected and abused by her previous owner. She is my soul mate. I love her so much.

[@naemack1441]

"Somebody's gonna love her so much." I already do. 💜

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Nae, how are you doing today?

[@EL-gu8fv]

How awful things must have been for her to be so paralysed with fear. And what beautiful chihuahua smiles at the end. Bless your heart for what you do.

[@gigijordan8960]

exactly what I was thinking! puppy mills dogs are often like that...

[@MaynardsSpaceship]

Simple lack of socialization can result in this behavior.

[@aurelielagrange2173]

Chihuahuas are often anxious little dogs, and biters. Yes, they get a bad rap in shelters for that reason. But there’s no “bad” chihuahua imo. They just need patience & kindness. They will bond very strongly to their “trusted” people. Anyway, that’s my take as a chihuahua owner & chihuahua rescue operator. ♥️

[@sakitoby1581]

All true. Animal control said mine snapped at them when they rescued him. Honestly I cannot imagine this at all, has NEVER snapped at anyone in the 7yrs since!! But yes, they are fearful and anxious and can be tricky at first. But oh my yes, they bond more than any dog breed I've ever had. I'm inseparable from mine now. Wonderful breed. I'm a total convert.

[@Teenage_Mutant_Ginga_Ninja]

There's no such thing as a "bad" dog in general. They're either feral, raised wrong, abused or have some mental illness they can't help. Also just being scared and unsure makes things hard for them. I saw once someone say ”imagine you're naked in a strange place where people talk to you in a language you don't understand. Now imagine they just wanna touch and play with you and drag you out of your comfort zone. Now you know at least a little bit about what being a dog is like." It makes me a bit sad how dogs have evolved alongside us as our partners yet most people don't even understand them. It's really not that hard. You may not be able to talk with them and pinpoint their problems easily but it sure isn't hard to notice a problem and help to fix it with them.

[@aurelielagrange2173]

@Jon Bennett Way overbred, I agree. It’s gotten better here in SoCal but I still remember the faces & names of near identical dogs as above that were euthed for space. 😪

[@emelphick4742]

@@aurelielagrange2173 wow so the chi over breeding has actually gotten better in socal? I thought it may have gotten worse during the pandemic & everyone being at home more wanting more dogs. I sure hope it has gotten better though! So heartbreaking! Thank you for what you do in rescue!!

[@paulinegallagher7821]

@@sakitoby1581 Its understandable why they are so fearful since they are so little. Everything looks huge and threatening

[@victorianmelody46]

I have a little Chihuahua that looked like her but she is 14 years old and turning very grey. She is my little pal and goes everywhere with me. They are the most loving little dogs ever! The vet says she is really healthy despite having no teeth left.(Chihuahuas have bad teeth.) I hope she lives many more years.🥰I hope people consider their long lives when they buy them as puppies. It breaks my heart for them to be abandoned when they really bond with their owners. Most loyal little dogs ever.

[@sabrinapittsley2304]

I have a little one just like her. I rescued her at 3 months old and she’s almost 10 years old now. My best friend for sure.

[@gabriellakaterina6782]

Thank you so much for saving your best friend!

[@chantallvardas0730]

Thank-You. Bless You. You have given this doggy girl a chance at a happy life from now onwards… Precious Doggy

[@BronteBlu2]

Oh gosh...she looks exactly like my very first Chihuahua, Blu. He was 18 when he passed away. Blu's legs were much shorter and his coat, although short, was very thick...but his marking were the same as this sweet girl. I would have people ask me what Blu was...I would say he was a toy Shepherd. They always responded the same...I never knew there were toy Shepherds...I would laugh and then tell them he was a Chihuahua. I'm addicted to Chihuahuas now, and have 2 little rescues...my little velcro dogs. Love em so much.

[@sakitoby1581]

TOY SHEPHERD!! That's hilarious. Velcro chi's are the BEST!

[@HayleysComet3]

I agree with you! I tell people my dog is a toy shepherd too. And my chihuahua that passed at 17, a toy Doberman, same color as this chihuahua. Chihuahuas are the best.

[@johnericsson5697]

Hello how are you?

[@powers1217]

When I’m the only one around I have 2 Velcro chis, but if anyone else shows up one of my girls has absolutely no loyalty. She loves everyone. She would literally hop into the UPS truck if the driver told her to 😁. She actually enjoys going to the vet because they spoil her ❤️

[@peytonplace3335]

1:37 bless you, sweet girl, for working through that dogs fear, and teaching her that humans are lovable, and that she is even more lovable!

[@Audiogeek-kf2ez]

What a fantastic job you did bring this cute little bundle out of her schell

[@pablohammerly448]

@Audiogeek1958: shell* 🤔

[@msashleighdelaney]

So cute!! Thanks for rescuing her, and thanks for your hard work in rehabilitating her. Thanks for sharing her journey with us too! Bless you all! ❤❤❤❤

[@louisehicks3285]

What a darling lil Chi!!!! Thankful to see her safe and thriving. Thank you!

[@chrisnorman9980]

My sister’s rescue chihuahua - Gracie - will do anything to get her belly rubbed. She goes into her “zen” zone when she does. The great thing was - even though she had suffered a bad life before - she has never snapped or bitten. She lives like a fairy tale princess now.

[@tracypolselli1464]

The thing I love about chihuahuas is that they don’t care how small they are, they don’t take crap! Bless your patience with her.

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Tracy, how are you doing today?

[@penelopepitstop762]

We have a Chihuahua who we adopted as a baby. Before we got her she had been attacked by a larger dog and needed one eye removed. So here we had this 3-pound one-eyed baby. She was scared of every little sound. Thankfully, it didn’t take her long to recover and I don’t think she remembers her rough start to life. She’s a little over a year old and rules the house! We have two older Pomeranians and she loves to wrestle with them - even when they aren’t too keen about it. We love her so much!

[@AnnHollowell-w8w]

❤❤❤❤

[@deniseeulert2503]

My current dog was from a shelter. His online picture was of him on his back, presenting his belly for rubbing. I had to go see him and five years later he's here on the couch as I type.

[@ChristineInNornia]

🥹🥰♥️I adopted a rescue Pomeranian 10 months ago who is also fearful and reactive; she’s the sweetest girl and she is gradually realising that she doesn’t have to fight to be safe anymore❤️‍🩹

[@stacyfrazierbauer8811]

Wow what a beautiful transformation! The tounge action at the end was my fave.

[@teresagrubb6578]

Thank you for helping these these animals they do need help and you talked to him so thank you

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Teresa, how are you doing today?

[@AlizaJayne]

Her cautious face 🤣🤣🤣 giving you the side eye like she was plotting your murder 😆 Very cute ending! So glad she gained trust and seems so happy and relaxed! Definitely will live a longer happier life without so much stress and worry!

[@curiousyuta]

My dog does the same exact thing!

[@hersheythebody]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Ikr!

[@shiloallard9790]

Poor baby girl I’m glad she learned to trust again 🥺❤️🙏🏻

[@michellel.6001]

I think the Dodo needs to post more videos like this. This is a little closer to the reality of rescue work. Most of the videos I see show rescued dogs that immediately turn into loving cuddle bugs with the fosters or rescuers. That certainly hasn’t been my experience w a rescue chihuahua that I’ve had for 8 months. He’s a fear biter too. He’s still a work in progress but has made great improvement in the time I’ve had him.

[@johnericsson5697]

Hello how are you?

[@AmandaJane229]

"Sometimes you have to go slow in order to go far." I really love how Michelle put that wise gem. Wishing you all the love and happiness in the world Michelle and Lucille. (Lucille is such a good name for a chihuahua. )

[@meeee240]

I've been having a horrible day today till I stop to watch this video. You Are A Blessing To Your Dog ! May God Bless You And Your's 💕💖💕

[@marshascholes5711]

Thank you for your efforts to show that little girl patience and love. It took time, but you persevered, and she finally allowed you to give her belly rubs. She just warms my heart. I would love to adopt a friend like her. Nothing cures loneliness like a little companion!

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Marsha, how are you doing today?

[@lisabelle7553]

The shelters are full of little angels like her, just waiting for you. You can even offer to foster-to-adopt. Good luck!

[@johnb3948]

Thank you for making me smile 😊

[@Myboyoblue]

Shows what taking time and having love and patience can bring

[@lucid_dreams420]

That last sentence really made me so incredibly happy for Lulu. I'm so glad someone adopted this sweet girl.

[@karengarcia2091]

Yes, I volunteer for a local rescue that specializes in taking pups like this off of the euthanasia list and gives them a second chance. It is the most amazing and rewarding experience to be able to turn these brave souls around and give them a chance. Thank you for doing what you do and rescuing the unwanted. :)

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Karen, how are you doing today?

[@johnericsson5697]

Hello how are you?

[@rachelsainitoprealtor]

Cute, cute, cute, adorable, adorable, adorable.

[@geekthegirl6961]

She looks like an adorable Eddie Munster.

[@hersheythebody]

I wish I was able to adopt her. ♥️

[@lilyotv9767]

Aw what a wonderful pup & her foster mom's the best!

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Lily, how are you doing today?

[@jennifera4350]

She is adorable. Thank you so much for your patience. Wish you could have kept her.

[@blueladybug4767]

She's so adorable.

[@lindahale9876]

I have one just like her. It took 2 years for him to just relax and let me love him. He was 12 when I got him.

[@SacredRat]

Reminds me of my doggo, Chuckles. It took him 5+ years, but he eventually became one of the most chill, nonchilaunt dogs in existance RIP Chuckles. Miss you buddy

[@danielsetty9204]

My little chihuahua was dumped outside the humane society building and has been incredibly affectionate and has never been aggressive, very submissive. Belly rubs are the key to their hearts for sure ❤

[@Tray48]

One of our chihuahuas was that way. She was kept in a cage most her life and she is just the most precious girl. She was so skiddish and now we can pet her head and she trusts us completely.

[@pogocharles7155]

Beautiful little girl

[@melissamurphy5315]

This is why I picked Bastion when I saw him. The shelter worker was trying so hard to convince me he was worth it but I'd already fallen. He wouldn't even make direct eye contact and stood stiff in the corner. There was no warm up and while he didn't have defense issues like this it was still slow progress getting him to trust us. While we could be in the same room. It was so much time quietly setting treats down closer to us and feeding him and letting him around our older dog to see he was safe. A year later he is still skittish but will go on walks, approach new people (one on one) and likes to cuddle up at night. If you have it in you, it is worth the work.

[@johnericsson5697]

Hello how are you?

[@karenbogue2911]

Thank you for taking time with her and showing her love

[@johnericsson5697]

Hello how are you?

[@CryBlueofZ]

She was just a scared baby

[@Catlover53-lu9wy]

So sweet. Bless you for your patience and compassion.

[@Scott-wf9kp]

"Sometimes you have to go slow in order to go far." Absolutely accurate when it comes to interacting with animals that are fearful. Patience and compassion are everything.

[@shirleysmith6131]

I love chi's.❤

[@rachelleasedwalker6313]

"Sometimes you need to go slow in order to go far." Very wise words. Kinda the story of my life right now.

[@paddy8391]

I just adopted a baby Chihuahua, they are so cheeky and mostly adorable, A quiet home is very important.

[@PatrickRyan150]

Poor Lil girl had never known love. So glad she is in her forever home!

[@catherinelaurent5219]

Thank-you for showing this sweet little lady.

[@debraroberts7291]

She is a beautiful girl… love the chi, I’ve had 3 rescues and miss them soooo much. Thanks for what you do ♥️🐾🐾🐾🐶🥰

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Debra, how are you doing today?

[@johnericsson5697]

Hello how are you?

[@debraroberts7291]

It’s been a Year since I’ve seen this Video and still get teary eyed 🥲She reminds me of My little Chi , Beautiful 💕😘🐾🐾🤗

[@valerieg9494]

She is so cute.

[@skatergirl8019]

You did an AMAZING job with her!! Chihuahuas are soooo special. I had one for 17 years and I miss her everyday. Thank you for helping her know what love is!! ❤️

[@johnericsson5697]

Hello how are you?

[@timwalcott6268]

Being a Chihuahua owner , friend, and very fortunate pup lover, my chis all three of them were lovers of attention and gave it all back by a simple act of caring and showing them love by a petting of the belly or just holding them close. Max, RudyBear, and Butkus were the pups that taught me true meaning of showing a pup that he all three can trust myself and my kids. Labs, boxers, vislas, have showed me that a show of caring is all it takes. Chihuahuas are one of the most loyal breeds in the pup world.

[@paulboserup463]

Thank you for the love shown!

[@spacemax8896]

I love chihuahua's. I have just one but if I could I would have about a dozen. Absolutely love the video. Thanks for posting.

[@aloryt]

Ile złego musiał przeżyć taki malutki piesek?!!! Uwielbiam Dodo za dobre zakończenia 🥰👍

[@sidneygreenglass106]

Me too. This poor baby had a bad start in life.

[@melt2947]

Patience brings love

[@nhvnaturalpet]

She completely changed when her belly was rubbed! It just goes to show you that all we want is a little TLC 😍. Thank you for saving this little sweetie and letting her learn to trust again 💖

[@cesarconh895]

I'll take her! I lost my friend of 16 years 3 years ago and I need another beautiful soul like him to take his spot. I never thought I would cry 😭 like a little girl at age 32 when he died.

[@sandyr164]

Thank you for your patience & working with her. Unfortunate she needs to learn love & comfort. She looks like she is getting there with those sweet belly rubs🐾❤️🐾❤️

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Sandy, how are you doing today?

[@KatGlo]

She’s so precious

[@maketheworldabetterplace2292]

lol adorable, bless that woman for giving the little nugget a loving home. How could you even put hands on something precious as this little face? you can tell she went through a lot in her previous home....some people need to face karma

[@rast7408]

make the world👍🏽 yes a lil nugget 🥰🐕

[@BJo4230]

Them little dog are like big dog when excited my chihuahuas are. And I love them I'm 3rd generation chihuahuas owning. My grandmother had one for 18 yrs my mom owned them and I have 4 girl chihuahuas. I can't imagine my life without them. Preciousness

[@Sandforyourhands]

Aww!

[@lorrainemadero4945]

So adorable ❤

[@spunk33grl]

SHe reminds me so much of my little girl Chloe who just passed away after a nice long life, the first half of which was horrible, but the second half of which was loving and fabulous. She came to me just like little Lulu and turned into my absolute best friend in the world. Dogs like these are so worth the time and effort. Thank you for taking the time to help her

[@JF-kv1gm]

Thank you Michelle🙏😊. I'm SO happy that Lucille now has a forever home.

[@ThatGirlKaileyy]

When I saw this video I fell in love with that dog that dog is so cute and it really made my day! ✨🥰💗

[@susie8953]

These are exactly the chihuahuas I look for when I’m looking for a chihuahua they turn out to be the best ones. I have 2 one was severely abuse his nails were way longer he was supposed to be 7lbs he was barely 2lbs. Now I call him my bugaboo because he thinks all I have to do all day is give kisses he loves kisses more than food treats anything. Kisses come first. It’s been 6 years and like a totally different dog. The only thing that he’s scared of is yelling loud and fireworks. So I taught him to run to me when he’s scare and some how I make it ok for him. I’d rather him run to me than run away best dog ever.

[@ollerpops]

Another Poor animal let down by a “human”. They have no idea the impact they have on these blessed animals lives. Thank God for this young lady saving this beautiful little animal.

[@cathyhoggatt9421]

God bless you for never giving up on her! ❤🐾😊

[@daphneloose5880]

Lucille is one cute little dog. so glad that she now has a loving forever home of her own!!

[@pamelameckley5040]

Aww, I ❤ Annie. You are doing such a good job with her, you're patient, kind, and loving. Just what she needs to help ease her fears and distrust!

[@johnericsson5697]

Hello how are you?

[@pamelameckley5040]

@@johnericsson5697 I'm okay, hope you're also doing okay (or better!)

[@johnericsson5697]

@@pamelameckley5040 I’m doing great myself, my name is John Ericsson from Austin, Texas. Hope you don’t mind asking where are you from?

[@customer5032]

Pamela be careful of John, check his profile, then report him. He's a scammer!

[@pamelameckley5040]

@@customer5032 Ohh, okay. Thank you.👍

[@dominicbonarrigo6502]

She’s so cute🤣🤣

[@yajtramer6913]

She is a beautiful little angle

[@appolop8273]

Only good hearted people are capable of helping the helpless in life. Good job!

[@lisanidog8178]

I love Chihuahuas. Had one for 16 and a half years. She was an amazing girl. I miss her terribly. She's been passed on for 4 years. I often visit her gave in my back yard buried next to her cat brother.

[@wolfheart2914]

Early! This is the earliest I’ve been to any video lol and when u tried to clip her nails so was so ferocious but when you were giving her belly rubs she just turned into an upside down statue laying down for belly rubs! She is so adorable!

[@barbarajustice9499]

She is adorable she has a sweet face I’m glad she has a forever home

[@dhope390]

Oh wow, I love Chihuahuas.

[@susancurrie2627]

What an adorable, cute baby. Belly rubs make her soooooooo happy!

[@triciachapman7670]

Lulu is just precious! She was so terrified but through perserverance, love and a kind hand she came around! Thank you for taking the time with her! Take care

[@D_e_n_i_s_e_B]

That was adorable

[@jamileebellottie1048]

As a chihuahua mama myself I love this ❤

[@Lucysmom26]

Ah, the double-leash of the Paranoid Dog Mom. I recognize that well. Harness + collar and a leash attached to both. Did the same with my very frightened rescue chi X, because I knew she would panic and bolt if she got free. Nice job on this little pupper, so wonderful to hear she is in her forever home!

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Lucy, how are you doing today?

[@jamiepesce7062]

You did a fantastic job, bringing out the sweetness of this little girl. Bravo! She is a beautiful girl, I am glad she found a home❣️

[@Reneevc]

love love love this dog. she could be the twin of my dearly departed Chouchi

[@hotflippinmess9178]

What a sweet girl!!

[@karoonboomie2813]

Your a wonderful fur mama, stay PAWSOME, dogs will need you more than you think! Thank you for sharing & caring animal love! 🐾💕🇺🇸💪🏻

[@glendacrosbywilkins4246]

This baby is a PERFECT MATCH to Mine. They must have came from the same litter.......Mine is Lil Man...He weigh's almost 5 lbs. & is 11 yrs. old...... I would'nt take a Million dollars for him....I love him so much..................

[@kennyphun1946]

As a mini pinscher owner I love my little guy a lot too, know the feeling, they’re family

[@jamesmcgreenmine6329]

Hello Glenda, how are you doing today?

[@Calliope0954]

BRAVO, dear Lady, BRAVO! Patience, persistence, practise, practise and more, gentleness - you gave her what she never had - love. What joy you must have felt, when, she flipped over exposing her tummy and you giving tummy rubs - that was a huge step forward! God gave you a patient, loving heart and personality - this tired old world needs a lot more people like you. Big hugs to you!!

[@Strike1234X]

Momyy That doggy is so cute!

[@garaseer584]

Oh myyyyy Sooooo Kewttttttttttesstttt 🥰🥰🥰💐