Poodle and Pooch Rescue

Hi, I’m Cannoli! I'm an 11-lb, 8-year-old Chihuahua - Miniature Pinscher blend. As with my namesake dessert, if you look beneath my sometimes crunchy exterior you'll find a sweet softy who is looking for a quiet, calm, loving home. 

Favorite Things: Confident, curious Cannoli loves toys: the more, the merrier. He can also be a social butterfly who greets everyone with an enthusiastic wiggle, but he still requests his space and to be approached slowly.

Training and Manners: Cannoli is housetrained if let out regularly. He walks well on a leash, sleeps in his dog bed at night, is a good passenger on car rides, and generally has good basic manners, although he can startle around people. 

Health and Care: Cannoli is a healthy boy! He has an odd gait from a previous injury, but it doesn't seem to bother him. He is up-to-date on vaccines and neutered and he has just had his teeth cleaned. He just needs his monthly flea and heartworm preventatives, like any dog. As a short-haired Chihuahua, he shouldn't need much elaborate grooming, either. 

Other Animals: This friendly guy gets along with other dogs of all sizes. He hasn't been observed around cats yet, but his foster thinks he'd get along with them, too. 

Children: Cannoli requires a gentle, non-forceful approach, for this reason, he needs a home without children and with patient, understanding, dog-savvy adults only. 

Ideal Home: Whether in an apartment, condo, or single-family home, this little guy doesn't need much: just a patient and loving person who will love him just as he is.

Overall: Do you think curious, playful Cannoli would make your life so much sweeter? If so, visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org; if it seems like a good match, his foster family will be in touch. His adoption donation is $275.

Hi! I'm Caraxes! I'm a 10-year-old Rat Terrier that weighs 13 lbs. My name may sound a bit more combat-ready than I am, but don't let the name fool you—I'm much more interested in snacks, snuggles, and living my best cozy life! After all, every good dragon rider needs a loyal companion, right?

Favorite Things: This little guy is a FOODIE! If you've got yummy snacks, Caraxes will be your new best friend! He's not much of a toy guy, but he's always happy to curl up with his favorite human for some quality snuggle time. His love language? Treats and companionship!

Training & Manners: Caraxes is a quiet gentleman with wonderful manners who enjoys napping in his bed and sharing his space with other dogs. He's still gaining confidence with leash walking and working on his housetraining. His foster mom keeps him on a consistent routine, but he may still have accidents, so his adopter should be prepared to continue working with him patiently and consistently.

Health and Care: Caraxes is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines. He will need monthly heartworm and flea prevention like any other Florida pup.

Other Animals: Other dogs are a-okay with Caraxes! He's patient and easygoing, even with pups who aren't quite as well-mannered as he is. He hasn't been introduced to cats, so any feline introductions would need to be slow, careful, and supervised.

Children: Caraxes has not interacted with children. Because he is shy and reserved, we believe older children who understand how to be gentle, respectful, and patient would be the best fit.

Ideal Home: Caraxes needs a patient and understanding family willing to give him time to build confidence. New situations can be scary for this sensitive little guy, and even going outside can sometimes make him nervous. A securely fenced yard is imperative since he isn't comfortable walking on a leash yet, and his adopter should be committed to helping him continue building confidence and mastering his housetraining.

Overall: Caraxes is a sweet, quiet, affectionate little guy looking for a safe place to land. He may be shy at first, but underneath his cautious exterior is a gentle companion who loves snacks, cozy beds, and being near his people. He'll need someone willing to give him time, patience, and plenty of reassurance, but watching him blossom could be incredibly rewarding. He may not be the fearsome dragon his name suggests, but with the right person by his side, Caraxes is ready to discover just how wonderful life can be!

If you think Caraxes may be the one, please visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org and submit an adoption application. If it looks like a good fit, his foster family will reach out with more information. Caraxes' adoption donation is $300.

***Local adoption only: Chevy needs to be adopted by a family in the Central Florida region (Orlando area) who will commit to taking her to her follow-up vetting appointments for remaining vaccines, microchip and spay with PPR's vetting partner. These appointments will be scheduled through PPR, and the cost is included in her adoption donation.

Hi, I’m Chevy, an almost 3‑month‑old Rat Terrier blend weighing just 2.8 pounds. I may share my name with a car brand, but you won’t find me parked for long! Whether I’m racing off to investigate something interesting or stopping by for a quick hug, I approach life with confidence and a wagging tail. I’m still young, so I have plenty to learn, but I’m already off to a great start.

Favorite Things: Chevy absolutely adores toys, especially stuffed animals she can carry, toss, and chase. She never seems to run out of ways to entertain herself when a favorite toy is nearby. Whether she’s inventing her own games or inviting others to join in, she brings plenty of fun wherever she goes.

Training and Manners:  As a young puppy, Chevy is still learning the basics. She is not house trained yet and will need consistency as she develops good habits. Leash walking is also new to her, and she’s beginning to learn what household expectations look like. She can occasionally mistake household items for puppy-approved chew toys, but she’s already making good progress and responds well to guidance.

Health and Care: Chevy is a healthy puppy with simple care needs. She is up to date on her puppy vaccines. She will need a local adopter committed to bringing her to her remaining vaccine appointments, microchip and spay, which are covered by her adoption fee. She will also need monthly flea and heartworm preventatives like any dog. Her grooming routine consists of regular baths and nail trims.

Other Animals: Chevy has experience with small dogs and enjoys having canine playmates around. She has not been tested with cats, though she may do well with proper introductions and supervision.

Children: Chevy would be happy in a home with children of any age. As with all puppies, supervised interactions help create positive experiences while she continues learning and growing.

Ideal Home: Chevy would thrive in a home that embraces an active puppy lifestyle. She would especially enjoy having kids, another playful dog, or devoted adults who can match her enthusiasm and keep her engaged throughout the day. Her small size makes her adaptable to apartments, townhomes, condos, or single-family homes.

Overall: Chevy is a loving little puppy with a big personality packed into a tiny frame. Like the Chevy she shares her name with, she comes fully loaded with charm and is ready to cruise her way straight into the heart of her future family. If Chevy sounds like the perfect fit, visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org to submit an adoption application. If it seems like a good match, her foster family will reach out. Her adoption donation is $600.