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Adoptable Chihuahua Dory only weighs 3.5 pounds

By James Cullum

Dory the Chihuahua only weighs 3.5 pounds, and she also has a ridiculously long tongue that hangs out when she sleeps.

The 12-year-old is up for adoption, and is full of sass and snuggles, according to the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.

“As a princess, Dory has decreed that no other pups shall have your attention before her, and she would prefer to be the only dog in the household,” AWLA spokesperson Gina Hardter told ALXnow. “She’d also like a home with adults and older children.”

Dory’s adoption fees have been pre-paid by a generous donor, so learn more about her and schedule time to meet her at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt-By-Appointment.

About the Author

  • Reporter James Cullum has spent nearly 20 years covering Northern Virginia. He began working with ALXnow in 2020, and has covered every story under the sun for the publication, from investigative stories to features and photo galleries. His work includes coverage of national and international situations, as well as from the White House, Capitol, Pentagon, Supreme Court and State Department. He's covered protests and riots throughout the U.S. (including the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol), in addition to earthquake-ridden Haiti, Western Sahara in North Africa and war-torn South Sudan. He has photographed presidents and other world leaders, celebrities and famous musicians, and excels under pressure.