BARCLAY - SHIH TZU / POODLE (UNKNOWN TYPE) / MIXED DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Shih Tzu / Poodle (unknown type) / Mixed. Meet Barkley! Hi! I’m Barkley, a beautiful Snow White Shih Tzu–Poodle mix who’s just two years old and ready to find my forever home. I’ve been with my foster mom for about six weeks and, after a little time to settle in, I’ve become her loyal little shadow. I get along with other dogs and enjoy playing with one my size, though I’d do just as well as an only dog. If I do live with another pup, they’d need to be calm, as I can be a bit pushy at times. I’m fully house trained, great on leash, and love exploring a fenced yard. Because I can be vocal when I hear outside noises, I wouldn’t be the best fit for apartment or condo living. I enjoy toys, gentle tug-of-war, and sometimes even chasing my tail when I’m feeling playful. I’m healthy overall, with only a very mild heart murmur that doesn’t affect my daily life. One of my eyes looks a little “wonky,” but it’s healthy and I see just fine. I sleep quietly in my crate at night and when my foster mom is out—though I do get excited and bark when she comes home! I haven’t met young children yet, but I warm up nicely to new people. I’d be perfectly happy as a spoiled little prince, bringing lots of love, cuddles, and joy to my forever family. Located in Belleville Barclay – Important Home Requirements Best Home Type: Detached home preferred (can be vocal with outside noises; not ideal for apartments/condos) Suitable for suburban, rural, farm, or city settings Family & Lifestyle:Best with a mellow-to-moderately active family Seniors welcome Not yet tested with young children; warms up with time and is friendly once comfortable Other Pets: Enjoys playing with other dogs, especially another young, gentle, well-balanced dog Can be a bit pushy with dogs and has shown mild resource guarding with them Not cat tested No prey drive observed; likely fine around small animals Training & Manners: Fully house trained Crate trained; can be left alone several hours at a time Knows sit and come Excellent on leash; no leash aggression No separation anxiety, though may bark briefly before settling Exercise Needs: A couple of good daily walks plus yard playtime Personality & Quirks: Sweet, affectionate, and loves to be with his people Takes a little time to warm up and is a vocal communicator (growler) when uncomfortable—has never bitten Very aware of neighborhood activity and will bark at noises Occasionally chases (and catches!) his tail Food & Health: Currently on raw food, no known allergies No special dietary requirements Best Quality: A loving companion who thrives on closeness and cuddles

• Physical Attributes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Other:	Housetrained

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No