Poodle and Pooch Rescue

Hi, I'm Daisy!  I’m a tiny, 8-lb Maltese/Poodle blend girl and I'm 10 years old. My hearing and vision aren't what they used to be, but I don’t let that stop me from exploring. Now I just need to discover a very special, patient family who will love me just the way I am.

Favorite Things: Daisy LOVES her food and loves soaking up attention. Toys and playing are not really her thing, but exploring her surroundings is high on her list of favorite activities. She also loves being around her person and will sit next to them as much as possible (and extra close in bed at night).

Training & Manners:  Daisy is working on her house training and will need to be taken outside frequently.  Due to her vision, she doesn’t do well on a leash so will need more practice with leash walking, and her hearing sometimes makes it difficult to communicate with her. The good news is that she is highly food-motivated to improve her manners.  She is verbal when she wants food but is otherwise quiet.

Health and Care: Daisy is spayed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped. She is on daily drops for dry eyes and takes her monthly preventatives for fleas and heartworm, along with medications for anxiety. She will likely require professional grooming every 6-8 weeks to keep her looking and feeling her best.

Other Animals:  Daisy has experience with other small dogs and cats. 

Children: This gentle, curious gal would do best in a home with respectful teens only.   

Ideal Home: Daisy would do well in an apartment, condo or single-family home.  Her “dream” home would be a house without steps (although she is tiny enough to carry) and no pool (for safety reasons with her vision impairment).  A fenced yard would keep her safe and give her room for her adventurous explorations. She has free rein of her foster home and can be left for several hours without issues. She sleeps in the “people bed” at night and is happy to cozy up to her person.

Overall: Daisy is a great and loyal companion asking only for food, love, attention, and patience (and creativity when it comes to communication.) 

Could special Daisy be the one for you? If so, visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org and submit an adoption application. If it looks like a good fit, her foster family will reach out with more information. Her adoption donation is $175.

My name is Dexter, and I don’t mean to brag, but I’m a pretty special guy! I’m an 8‑year‑young Poodle blend, weighing in at 19 lbs. I’m a loving, quirky boy with lots to say — mostly through my collection of funny noises. Remember the sounds the pterodactyls made in Jurassic Park? Yep… that’s me!

Favorite Things: Dexter LOVES squeaky toys and stuffed animals — the more, the better. Fetch is one of his favorite games, and he’ll proudly bring you his stuffie and ask for a solid 10–15 throws before he’s satisfied. After that, he’ll grab his toy and settle in for a well‑earned rest (and you can rest your throwing arm). He’s very food‑motivated and will “talk” to you while you prepare his meals… just a little encouragement to speed things along. And if you have a pool? Dexter will happily hop onto your float and lounge right beside you.

Training & Manners: Dexter has great manners and walks nicely on a leash. He’s excellent about going potty outdoors when kept on a consistent schedule. He doesn’t get into things and enjoys free rein of the house with his furry foster pals, whether his family is home or away.  He’s a perfect passenger in the car — he rides in his secure car seat, watches the world go by, and then settles in for a nap.

Health & Care: Dexter is up to date on vaccines, microchipped, neutered, and recently had a dental cleaning. He takes a low‑dose calcium medication that costs about $1/day — he looks forward to his twice‑daily dose and takes it like a treat. He’s also on monthly heartworm and flea prevention, like any dog should be.  His fur is soft and thin, so he’ll need professional grooming every 10–12 weeks. He’s a perfect gentleman for grooming appointments and at‑home baths.

Other Animals: Dexter is good with dogs of all sizes, and he’s just fine with cats too. 

Children: Dexter enjoys gentle affection and scratches from people of all ages, but he does not appreciate kids grabbing at him or trying to pick him up. For this reason, a home with older (8 +), respectful children — or an adult‑only home — would be ideal.

Ideal Home: Dexter would thrive in a single‑family home. He can be vocal at times (remember those pterodactyl sounds?) and has big opinions when you leave the house without him, so shared walls in an apartment or condo aren’t the best fit. He’d love a fenced yard or a human who enjoys leisurely walks — either works for him. At night, he sleeps in the “human bed” and uses the steps to get up and down. He sleeps soundly through the night and will happily snooze in and snuggle on the weekends. What more could you ask for?

Overall: Dexter is a loving, quirky Poodley boy ready to meet his forever family. Could that be you? If so, please visit  www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org to fill out an adoption application and our team will be in touch. His adoption donation is $350.

My name is Diva and I am a 6-year-old Chihuahua gal weighing just under 7 lbs.  Don't let my name fool you . . .  I am NOT the kind of diva that is temperamental or expects special treatment.    But, I am a diva in the positive sense of being confident!  I am an absolute sweetheart and a happy gal who just wants to be near people.  My foster mom says I am the perfect little girl!  

Favorite Things: Diva is a big fan of toys (she can’t get enough of them).  She also loves going for walks and would love to be able to hit the town with you. 

Training & Manners:  Diva is a smart pup and house trained when let out frequently in her foster home.  She has a very gentle nature and quickly adjusts to new routines.  Diva approaches new situations with confidence and curiosity and would make an excellent companion to take along on outings.  She walks well on a leash and does well riding in a car (preferably to go out and about with you).

Health and Care: Diva is up to date on vaccines, microchipped, spayed and she had a recent dental cleaning.   She’s a healthy gal and will just require monthly heartworm and flea medication (like all dogs).   She is low maintenance . . . . occasional  “at home spa days” with a bath and nail trim will keep her looking and feeling her best.  

Other Animals:  Diva has experience with dogs of all sizes, as well as cats and is indifferent to both in her foster home.  She would do great in a home with other canine or feline friends, or she would be fine as an only dog as well.

Children: Because Diva is a tiny gal, she will do best in a home with respectful, older children (8+) who are supervised by the adults in the home. 

Ideal Home: Diva isn’t choosy and would thrive in any type of home; from a single-family home to an apartment or condo.  In her foster home, she has free rein of the house and can be left alone for several hours without issues. After a day of exploring and playing, she is content to curl up in her dog bed at night.

Overall: If you are looking for an affectionate, laid back and snuggly gal, Diva could be your perfect, loyal companion.

Do you think Diva could be the one for you?  If so, please visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org and submit an adoption application. If it looks like a good fit, her foster family will reach out with more information. Diva’s adoption donation is $300.