STEWART - JACK RUSSELL TERRIER / POODLE (UNKNOWN TYPE) / MIXED (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Jack Russell Terrier / Poodle (unknown type) / Mixed (medium coat). Meet Stewart, aka Stewie! This scruffy little guy was spotted running as a stray in Chester, SC, before making his way to safety. Since arriving, he has proven himself to be a bright, funny, affectionate pup. Stewart is 1–2 years old, 17 lbs, and appears to be a wire-coat Jack Russell Terrier mix. His scruffy coat and signature “poodle-hawk” tuft on his head make him irresistibly adorable. Stewart is currently being fostered with two moms and five other dogs. He does best with his pack members, who like to play, and is best paired with a young, playful dog. He’s a wonderful mix of goofy, affectionate, clever, and fun. While he can be a bit shy meeting new people, he warms up quickly and loves staying close to his humans. Once he knows you, he becomes a velcro dog who happily follows you from room to room, and his silly, slightly chaotic, completely lovable personality shines. Since his neuter, Stewart has calmed down and is doing much better with potty training, though he may still have occasional accidents and needs consistent breaks. He’s crate trained and might bark briefly if he feels left out, but his foster mom does “structured” crate nap times, and he’s learned to settle quickly. At bedtime, he sleeps quietly in his crate, and now even runs into it on his own when the treat routine starts. Good boy, Stewie! Stewart is great on leash. He stays by your side and doesn’t pull much. He can get a bit nervous when people pass by or traffic is heavy, but he doesn't panic, and he’s already made great progress with desensitization walks. He’s also more confident when walking with a dog buddy. This cute, silly boy is also an incredibly sweet and snuggly companion. He’s an active pup who loves fun and will keep you laughing, but after exercise or zoomies in the yard, he’s happy to relax on the couch or entertain himself with a toy. He can be a little mouthy in play, so he’s best suited for homes with kids 7+. He does well with most dogs and especially loves playful pups around his size. Stewart is ready for a family who will enjoy his spark and help him continue to blossom into the wonderful dog he’s meant to be. Apply today to meet Stewie! BREED ESTIMATE: JRT/Poodle Mix GENDER: Male APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 17 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 1-2 years old COAT TYPE: Scruffy, wiry coat needs regular grooming ADOPTION FEE: $425 OTHER INFO: utd on shots/neutered/microchipped LOCATION: Charlotte, NC FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to adopt.worthydog and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to foster.worthydog and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Medium
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	Any Type
  Obedience Training:	Has Basic Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Breed
  Other:	Yard Required Leash Trained Crate Trained Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Swim Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Obedient Playful Timid Affectionate Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations