adopted

Hi Everyone!

My name is Harley and I’m a happy, handsome and huggable Havanese of five weighing in at a mere 12 pounds. My foster Mom says I’m a little guy who is sweet, SMART (more about that in a minute!), cuddly, playful and special. She says I love EVERYONE (two and four-legged alike) and that I have this unique ability of knowing when someone needs a cuddle– and when it is time to play. (I like to cuddle and play equally and do them both well!)

Dad says I approach the world head on. I’m gentle with children and other dogs that I meet and am amazing companion who is always ready for my next adventure! He says I’m housebroken, like to go for walks and rides in the car, knows some commands and learning others and truly wants to please. I get along well with all the other pups in my foster home – and even do well with those creatures called ‘cats.’

When I first came in to rescue I had this thing called a ‘condition.’ Mom says that my skin was hurting and needed to be treated. I’m happy to report that has already happened and I’m better than ever. My hair is growing back (It looks wispy and fly-away at the moment) and I’m one healthy and happy little guy.

So if I sound like the kind of pup you are looking for, I’d like to apply for the job! I’m ready to be your bestest companion and buddy, a goodwill ambassador wherever I go.

Tail wags and cuddles,

Happy, Handsome Harley

Hi Everyone!

I’m a new FurKid named Marley, a happy, silly, goofy, bouncy and loving Doodle who is currently 17 pounds of love and fun in a very cute package. I’m active, energetic, smart (more about that in a minute) and about as full of joy and mischief as a little guy can be! Mom says I need to gain a few pounds as I’m quite thin (but muscular) but that I will probably tip the scales at around 24 pounds once I’ve filled out,

Recently I learned about this thing called a tennis ball. Why it’s just about the most fun thing a guy could ask for. It moves and bounces and runs away from me. So I get to chase it and grab it, then we start all over again. Mom says I also love puppy bones and toys! I had no idea that there was anything ‘so fun’ in the world. (My BFK Aunties tell me that there are– and that as I get to explore the world, I’ll find other wonderful things, too.)

I get along great with other FurKids (especially the young ones that like to play and those that are about my size) Like to go for walks or rides in the car? I’m pretty amazing in the car! I’m also the kind of pup who likes to sit on laps and cuddle, then I’m off to the next adventure. Mom says that I find all kinds of ways to entertain myself – but I prefer an ‘audience’ so I like to do those things when she can observe me.

Speaking of which, I’ve already learned a few things that I’d like to show you. In case you are wondering what they are, I can ‘sit’, ‘shake my paw’ and I do a great High Five! I’m very treat motivated so there are lots of things you can teach me and I’d like to learn. And did I mention that I like to be carried like a baby? Well I am a bit of a long-legged pup but I do thoroughly enjoy that!

Mom says I’m shy and timid pup with new people initially. I usually bark a bit and like to hide, then I come around and can be very affectionate. I’m more comfortable initially with women but will warm up to a patient man who allows me to come around. Raised voices and loud noises take getting used to. I’m learning not to be afraid of them but it takes time.

I also have this thing called separation anxiety. That means I’m not quite confident enough to be left alone, even with my doggy foster siblings. Mom and I are ‘working on it’ and I am learning that I’m safe and not being abandoned. In turn, I reward Mom with lots of loves, hugs and kisses.

Did I mention that I’m also cuddly, cute as can be and fun to have around? It’s all true! I’m learning every day how to be the bestest little guy I can be. And there is absolutely no doubt that I’m a magnetic, magnanimous and motivated little guy looking for his forever home.

Tail wags, toys and tennis balls,

Mesmerizing and Mischievous Marley

Hello People!

We are Q-Tip and Quincy, a bonded pair of boys lovingly known as the Dynamic Duo. Our Mom says we are handsome and happy bichons who are also the best of friends. Both of us are friendly, VERY affectionate, gentle and incredibly sweet! We are energetic, yet calm, and as loving as any two pups can possibly be.

I, Q-Tip, am the Dad (although I am only two years old) and am protective of Quincy (who is only 8 months old – or is that young?) I’m a wee bit more independent than Quincy and a little more outgoing and social. He’s a pretty typical “little brother type” who thinks that everyone who comes to visit is there to meet him because he’s so cute. You might call him the people dog – but he also mimics everything that I do. (Mom says I’m a good influence though so that’s a good thing!)

Both of us are housebroken (no typo there), learning commands (we already know ‘sit’ and our names!), well-behaved and eager to please. We get along well with Mom’s other pups although we rely on one another. We are mellow and gentle snuggle bunnies who bark initially to greet people, like to cuddle with one another and like to be with our people wherever they are. We are also very easy-going.

We came into rescue having lost our home. Our former owners were bichon breeders however they had no time to care for us’. The good news is that they knew we deserved an amazing forever home and that’s how we became FurKids! We are about to get our first ‘professional’ haircut (I think it’s called a grooming) and we are ready to become even cuter versions of ourselves!

With the love of a wonderful foster Mom and Dad, and a doggy foster brother and sister, we are blossoming. Life is GOOD! We LOVE to run full speed in the backyard, love kids, are learning to enjoy rides in the car, love our walks (!) and can walk pretty far. Mom says there is a bit of a challenge for us to figure out which toys are ‘dog toys’ versus ‘kids’ toys’. We think they all look pretty much alike and we DO like to play with toys! Dad says we are adorable –and that whoever meets us will fall in love instantly!

It’s true that we love each other, other dogs (our size) and people! Our BFK Aunties say that we are a delightful, fun-loving pair who are loving, attentive, smart, friendly and affectionate. We are quick to adapt to new environments, intelligent and looking for a home where we can be together. If that sounds like you please ask for us.

Tail wags and cuddles,

Cuddlesome Q-Tip and Charismatic Quincy

Hello Lads and Lassies,

My name is Georgie Girl and I’m a wee bit of a pup, weighing in at 7 pounds and one year old. (That means I won’t get much bigger and it also makes me a ‘portable.’) Mom says good things come in small packages and I’m quite the package!

Did I mention that I’m still very much a puppy? Although I look a lot like a windup toy, I’m the real deal! I’m a master at belly rubs (getting them, that is) love going on walks and riding in the car (Mom says I’m wonderful!) and I’m so smart that I’m learning about this thing called ‘potty training.’ I’m almost there and I certainly want to please!

Everyone that meets me soon learns that I’m a ‘talker.” I have a lot to say and do so! Mom says I like to ‘announce my presence’! I’m also a barky girl. Mom and Dad are working on that (I’ve only recently become a FurKid) but my new family will need to continue working on that as well. Of course the minute someone picks me up for cuddles I stop barking and give lots of kisses (as you can see I’m training them very well!)

I also LOVE to chew on bones of any kind and enjoy the toys that make that squeaky sound. They’re fun to chew on too!

I’m a healthy and happy little girl who is very sweet and loving too. (Did I mention that being portable is great fun? My foster Dad carries me around in a “pooch pouch” so I get to watch the world while also being with him.)

My relationship with Dad started out a bit awkwardly. I would bark and show him that I was afraid of him (and men in general.) But he has taught me that a gentle and patient man can win me over and that’s exactly what he has done!

I do enjoy playing with other pups as I have lots of puppy energy. My doggy fur brother and I play until I wear him out so another young, active pup would be great to have in my forever home. Mom says I’m fearless even with bigger dogs (well, you can imagine that almost every dog I meet is bigger than little 7 pound me!)

Speaking of which, this is what I need:

So if you are looking for a little cuddlebug with tons of energy and lots of promise who is playful, loving, sweet and downright adorable please ask for me.

Tail wags and cuddles,

Gregarious and Gallant Georgie Girl

Hello World!

My name is Happy Higgins and, according to everyone who meets me, I’m a triple A: adorable, affectionate and adoring. I’m a 7 year old bichon whose foster Mom says is a LOVE. I love being cuddled, I LOVE being petted and I’m amazing at getting what I want. For example, if you are sitting somewhere and your hand happens to be “available” I believe (and that’s truly believe) that it’s because you want to pet me! So I rub my head and tap my nose on you so that you will know what to do. (Mom says that shows how smart I am, not to mention determined!)

When I’m excited about something (dinner, treat, playtime, bedtime) I will turn in circles, hop like a bunny, and wag my tail. And if that’s not enough, when you speak to me I listen VERY intently, then wag my tail as fast as it will go and (ready for this part?) then I do a whole-body wiggle!. (Mom’s friends find that beyond adorable!)

I love my bully sticks and stick my bum in the air while hunching down on my front legs to chew. When I’m on a walk (another favorite activity), I keep up a brisk pace and wag my tail the entire time. I don’t waste time sniffing anything, but forge ahead with my head up on high alert.

While I love women and other dogs, I’m pretty afraid of men, especially ones with big or loud voices. I’ve been known to cower, hide, and shake. It will take a gentle and patient man to win me over but Mom thinks that is do-able in time.

Because I have very sensitive shoulders and do NOT like my tail to be touched, I would not be a good fit for young children. Older children who understand that are ok.

Now, other things I do well: I do well on a leash, potty like a champ outside and like to ride in the car and am a great navigator. I have to ride upfront though so I’m near you. A doggy car seat is ideal and I will go quietly to sleep. I know “sit”, “stay” and “come” when called. (Mom says that’s really good because a lot of my bichon brethren don’t do that!) I’m also a bit of a chunky monkey at this point but making progress already! My previous owners didn’t understand good nutrition but Mom does – and I’m working hard on becoming a slim, trim version of myself!

So if you are looking for a gentle, sweet, smiley and oh-so-squeezable buddy who wags his tail and wiggles, please ask for me!

Cuddles and Twirls,

Happy and Huggable Higgins