Chico has a Serious Mouth Infection

Chico is our newest little 10-pound chiweenie boy, surrendered to us just a couple of weeks ago. He is only 4 years old—but after a closer look, we’ve discovered his story is a bit more complicated and he has the mouth of a much older dog.

When Chico arrived, we noticed some unusual issues. The skin on both of his ears was in rough shape, though thankfully, with ointment, they’re already improving beautifully. What concerned us even more was his breath—it was far worse than expected for a young dog. Upon examination, we found bleeding gums and severely damaged teeth.

When Chico went in for his neuter and vaccines, the vet called us almost immediately. His mouth is badly infected, and he’s been living in significant pain. At least five teeth will need to be extracted, and there’s a strong chance more will need to come out once they get beneath the tartar buildup.

His dental surgery is scheduled for Tuesday, and as many of you know, these procedures can be costly—especially when priced per tooth. Our goal is $1,000 to cover the minimum expected cost.

The good news? Once Chico gets through this surgery and heals, he’ll finally be free from pain and ready for adoption—a fresh start and a happy, healthy life ahead.

We’re reaching out to ask: can you help Chico get the care he desperately needs? Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference. ❤️

Chico Needs Dental Extraction Surgery

Chico has a Serious Mouth Infection