CORKIE - WHEATEN TERRIER / POODLE (MINIATURE) / MIXED DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Wheaten Terrier / Poodle (Miniature) / Mixed. Please read this entire description before you apply for Corkie the Whoodle. Corkie was rescued together with his brother, Chester. Both boys came from the same breeder and shared the same difficult start in life. Corkie is a 6-month-old Whoodle who spent his entire life in a kennel before rescue. He arrived unsocialized, unsure of people, and unfamiliar with the world outside his enclosure. Even with that start, he is sweet, gentle, submissive, and friendly once he begins to trust. He currently weighs about 24 lbs and is expected to be around 35 lbs as an adult. Corkie is less scared than Chester. He will slowly approach for treats, and once he begins to trust, he will offer gentle kisses and seek quiet affection. He still needs patience, but he warms up at a steady, encouraging pace. He loves other dogs, but he does best with a dog his size or smaller. Large dogs overwhelm him. A confident, friendly dog around his size helps him feel safe and supported. He will run from you at first. This is not dislike; he simply has not learned what kindness feels like. With time, he will quietly curl up on your lap and relax into you. Trust takes time, and he needs an adopter who understands slow, gentle progress. He is not leash-trained and will not walk on a leash at this stage. A secure, fully fenced yard is required. He is a flight risk and will not come back if he slips away, so doors, gates, and transitions must be handled carefully. He cannot be crated. An approved puppy pen is required. The pen should be placed in your living room or another area where you spend time so he can observe you and slowly get used to your presence. He is familiar with a pen, and it helps him feel safe. We will tell you which type of pen to use upon approval. We offer a 10-day trial adoption to ensure Corkie is a good fit for your home and resident dog. Adopter must live within 1 hour of Crown Point. Corkie is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines. Adoption fee: $395. The adoption fee is $600 if you wish to adopt both boys together. They will still benefit from having another friendly dog in the home, however, as a companion. ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS: • Must live within 1 hour of Crown Point • Fenced-in yard required (no invisible fences) • Someone home during the day • Children 13+ • Calm, patient household • Friendly resident dog his size or smaller strongly preferred • No crates — approved puppy pen required • Experience with shy or unsocialized dogs is a plus

• Physical Attributes

  Altered

  Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	Yes

• Additional Information

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