LITTLE BIT - TERRIER / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Adoption Fee: 450. Meet Little Bit! This 3-year-old, 17 lb Pug mix has an adorable underbite and one of the sweetest, gentlest hearts you'll ever meet. Little Bit takes a little time to warm up to new people, but once he trusts you, you have a loyal best friend for life. He loves staying close to his people — call his name if he wanders and he'll come running right back. His favorite pastime? Flopping upside down for belly rubs. He gets along wonderfully with other dogs and has done well with cats in his foster home, offering a polite sniff hello before going about his day. Little Bit is best suited to a patient, understanding home. It's clear he didn't have the easiest start in life — when he's frightened or meeting someone new, he may "pancake" to the ground while he processes what's happening. A family willing to let him move at his own pace will help him keep building the confidence he's already shown so much progress on. He's also working on house training and will thrive with a family committed to consistency and positive reinforcement — he's already proving how eager he is to learn. Once Little Bit feels safe, his affectionate side truly shines: he's a champion cuddler with the kindest, most loving soul. If you have room in your heart for a gentle, loyal companion who just needs a chance to feel safe and loved, Little Bit could be your perfect match. If you are interested in adopting/meeting this pup , please complete our online adoption application that you can find here: .starfishanimalrescue/adopt/dog-adoption-application . Your application will be reviewed by our team and if it is a good fit, we will be in touch The adoption fee of $450 will include spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate/required vaccinations, treatment for heartworm, and any other necessary medical treatment to ensure a healthy new pup for your family. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Although we do our best to describe the breed, since our pups all come from shelters, we can not and will not make any guarantee on breed or size. We can tell you that they are 100% RESCUED! And that is the BEST breed! *Please note that we are a foster home-based rescue and we do home visits as part of the adoption process - we are unable to adopt to families who live outside of the Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Thank you for your understanding.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:

  Short

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	6 foot
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Other:	Yard Required Crate Trained Housetrained Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please

• Additional Information

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