More: Chewy is a rescue. He was brought to the United States from Italy by a Service Man. But due to circumstances beyond his control. He had to give him up. We were fortunate to be able to adopt Chewy February 2012 He has been a vital part of our family ever since. Chewy is the name he came with, and no he has never chewed anything. He has been the perfect family member. Fyi. We have his passport to prove he came from Italy.