Meet Evita the Chihuahua – The Sonoma County Gazette

Meet Evita!

Breed: Chihuahua

Hometown: Santa Rosa

Age: 3 years

Likes: Shopping, having grandchildren rub their bellies, chasing tennis balls down the hallway

Dislikes: Cats and rodents attacking the vegetable garden, cowardice

Fun fact: Evita has the heart of a lion.

About Evita

About three years ago we were given a gift: a beautiful cinnamon colored Chihuahua with Doberman Pinscher markings. She weighed about three pounds and the whole family fell in love with her. Today she is about six pounds and is a little stick of dynamite. Her daily routine is to throw a small tennis ball at us and chase it at full speed down the hallway. We have a vegetable garden that we visit every day and she protects it from predators like cats and rodents. She has her own carrying case and does her shopping every day. My grandchildren love her and whenever they come over the kids know the routine. She rolls on her back and they stroke her belly. I know these little animals were loved by the Aztecs to guide them to the next world. They were right; these dogs are loyal, lovable and most importantly fearless. A tribute to Evita and I want her to guide me to the next world.

Submitted by Javier Guzman

How to Submit Your Pet

Nominate your furry friend for the Sonoma County Gazette Pet of the Month award! Email a photo and pet name to [email protected]. Tell us the pet’s breed, age, likes and dislikes. Stories are welcome!

All nominations of four-legged friends are encouraged!

Please submit your application by the third Wednesday of the month for consideration. All applications will be posted online each month.