Here in Hoboken and Jersey City, we love our four-legged friends. Young, old, dog, cat — you name them. Of course, although having a young puppy around can be fun, some of us have been pet parents for a long time. We here at Hoboken Girl wanted to give a special shout out to those doggos and dog owners that have been together for a long time and those who have had a “glow up” of sorts. Keep reading to discover senior dogs living their best lives in Hoboken + Jersey City.
Kona, According to Her Owner Laura
^ Kona as a puppy!
Chica, According to Her Owners Jordan + Joelle
About Chica + How They Met
^ Chica as a puppy
“Our dog’s name is Chica Nicole Garcia Hernandez, but she goes by Chica. She is a nine-year-old Yorkie poodle mix and the bougiest dog you ever wanted to meet. We met Chica about five weeks before leaving for college and bought her as a gift for our parents since they would be cold-turkey empty nesters. She is the sister of one of our former co-worker’s dogs,” sisters Jordan and Joelle said.
Where in Hudson County The Are Located
“We are located in Hoboken,” the sisters said.
Chica’s Likes
“She loves getting treats when she comes in from outside,” the sisters said.
Chica’s Dislikes
“Sadly, she actually hates other dogs. She isn’t mean to them, she just gets very nervous around other four-legged creatures,” they said.
Chica’s Favorite Treat
Charlie Brown Anthony, According to His Owner Zoe
^ Charlie as a puppy!
Chip, According to His Owner Laura
About Chip + How They Met
^ Chip as a puppy!
“Chip {full name Chipper Jones, after the famous Atlanta Braves player} is a seven-year-old half-pitbull half-labrador. My fiancé adopted him when he was a young pup — funny story, he originally wanted to adopt Chip’s sister, but she was spoken for. He then spent time with the rest of the litter and instantly knew Chip was the one by his spirited personality. He was stepping on all his brothers and sisters heads! Though quite the rambunctious puppy in his early years, he was always extremely sweet, especially around children. We have pictures of my fiance’s {then young} nieces sleeping with Chip cuddled up next to them.
He’s matured into an even sweeter lovebug and brings so much joy to our hearts. He constantly makes us laugh, whether it’s a goofy face he’s randomly making, immediately stealing our seat if we leave the couch, when he passes gas and scares himself, or his little sideways run {typical for mutts}. The best thing after coming home from a long commute is seeing his little butt shake uncontrollably, accompanied with a big wet kiss,” owner Laura said.
Where in Hudson County They Are Located
“JC Heights.”
Chip’s Likes
“Sitting outside in the yard and patiently waiting for any squirrel and/or flying objects, playing fetch {preferably tennis ball}, any toys that involve a hidden water bottle, and cuddling with his parents,” Laura said.
Chip’s Dislikes
“When his parents sneeze/hiccup/cough, getting wet, and getting his morning slumber interrupted
{I literally need to nudge or carry him off our bed in the morning, so I can make the bed},” she said.
Chip’s Favorite Treat
“Anything that falls on the floor. Like most pups, he enjoys peanut butter and bacon flavored treats. He also goes crazy for ice cubes — whenever our freezer opens, he comes running into the kitchen and waits patiently for a cube,” she said.
Biggie, According to His Owner Hennie
About Biggie + How They Met
^ Biggie as a puppy!
Biggie aka Biggie Chung is our beloved rescue from Atlanta. Adopted in December 2008, he was about one year old. Ten years later he has lived in Atlanta, D.C., and now Hoboken He’s a chi mix and we’re not sure what the other breed{s}may be.His rescue org had a website and there was another dog we were originally interested in — a small white fully dog. He was adopted before our appointment time. Biggie {formerly called Comet…probably due to the holidays} had recently arrived at the shelter and was not on the website yet. One of the volunteers was holding him and we asked to meet him. [It was] love at first sight. My first dog.Many people think he should be a comfort animal for children’s hospital, as he’s got a sweet chill disposition and doesn’t bark. Dr. Jones from Veterinaire in JC says he’s an ‘earth dog’ bc he is so zen. The doggie day care staff and vet staff in every city we have lived in absolutely love him — and we still keep in touch with him. He’s on every holiday card since 2008/2009 or so — but by 2017 we ran out of creative ideas,” Hennie said.
“14th Street area in Hoboken.”
“Chicken, baby carrots, bit of a croissant from Choc O Pain during a walk…not much he doesn’t like,” Hennie said.
Scout, According to His Owner Allie
About Scout + How They Met
^ Scout as a puppy!
“Scout lives in Fairfield, NJ with my parents, but visits Hoboken often and loves it here. He especially loves the “dining” at Cork City and walking along the waterfront. We adopted him from a cockapoo breeder in Wayne, NJ on June 8th, 2004,” Allie said.
Where in Hudson County Are They Located
“I live in Hoboken on 9th and Park,” she said.
Scout’s Likes
Squints Palledorous and Bubba Gump and Their Owner Julie
About Squints and Bubba + How They Met
^ Bubba as a puppy!
“Squints Palledorous is 11 years old. I accidentally adopted him in 2008 when I went to the shelter to donate supplies. He is from Puerto Rico so his breed is unknown but based on his curly tail and beard, I call him a pug-schnauzer mix.
Bubba Gump is nine years old. Bubba started as my mom’s dog but he got very attached to Squints so I took him. He is supposedly a chihuahua mix but he weighs in at 30lbs and the vet thinks there’s Doberman in him. Some chihuahua. He was attacked by another dog as a puppy so he has fear aggression towards other dogs except for Squints and his cousin Darla so he is very much a homebody,” Julie said.
^ Squints as a puppy!
Where in Hudson County Are They Located
“Hoboken.”
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Squints’ and Bubba’s Likes
“Squints enjoys road trips and spends most of his spare time uptown at The Ale House, his favorite bar {they hosted his killer 10th birthday bash}. Bubba enjoys napping, a lot… he could stay in bed all day long. He is the best snuggler and has the cutest underbite ever,” Julie said.
Squints’ and Bubba’s Favorite Treats
“Bubba’s favorite treat is the one he steals from Squints, followed by cheese. Squints loves any treat he gets but especially loves popcorn {which he cannot catch}.”
Brady, According to His Owner Ralea
About Brady + How They Met
^ Brady as a puppy!
“Brady is a fun-loving typical pug who is always hungry! Brady lives in Hoboken and can often be seen on a walk along the water. His personality is well suited for a much bigger dog but we don’t have the heart to tell him he’s just a little guy,” Ralea said.
Where in Hudson County Are They Located
“Hoboken.”
Brady’s Likes
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