NYC Pet of the Week: Cody

HI, CHIHUAHUA!

“Our sweet boy Cody had a rough start in life,” says ASPCA Cares’ David Benson of the little Chihuahua who was recently rescued by our Humane Law Enforcement agents. “He was very badly physically abused by his owners, and with all that happened to him, you’d think he’d have a grudge against people. But nothing could be further from the truth.”

A favorite among staffers at our 92nd Street headquarters, Cody has impressed everyone with his loving spirit. He tends to be a bit shy at first, explains Trish McMillan of the Animal Behavior department, “But once he knows you, you’re in his club—and that means he’ll let you rub his tummy and he’ll give you kisses in return!” In addition to his human buddies, Cody does well with other dogs his size—and loves kitties, too.

Our behavior team says Cody will do well in a home with another dog who is confident. Explains Benson, “This would help Cody continue the remarkable progress he’s made coming out of his shell and becoming the dog we all know he can be.” Additionally, Cody is a little frightened of walking on the street, but is more than happy to climb into a bag to be close to his person.