Dexter Must Have:
- Someone who is home most of the time and another active, playful dog around his age that can show him the ropes. He needs a family to call his own.
Experience Level:
- Have had dogs as an adult
- Recent/current dog experience a plus!
Hi Everyone,
I’m Dexter, a delectable Havanese (mix) with white, black, brown and apricot cuteness who is 18 months young (or do I mean old?). While the shelter did me no favors when they shaved me, my hair is growing in nicely and I’m still managing to steal hearts with my sweet personality. My foster Mom says her photos don’t do me justice — but when you meet me my happy disposition, loving and playful nature comes shining through!
Did I also mention that I am a lucky pup? Let’s start with why I am so lucky. Until recently I was living on the street, scavenging for food and safety. Then I found myself in the ‘shelter’ where I was surrounded by a lot of barking and noises that scared me. But then I became a FurKid! That meant I was safe and Boy! was I relieved—and lucky!
Mom says I’m an energetic, friendly, loving and smart little guy, capable on standing on my hind legs for an impressive amount of time. Dad says I love to play with my toys and am getting quite good at chasing the ball and (drum roll please!) returning it. I’m also very interested in having new experiences and there are lots of them for me every day: like seeing birds and bikes – and strollers. I have already met and like a 5 year old little human. Babies also intrigue me so I may bark at first but it’s because I don’t know what they are or if they want to play.
I get along with everyone and little pups like me are my favorites. Everyone can become my new best friend! Mom says I’m a perky and active little guy who is very smart and likes to learn. For example, I’m very good about going potty. I haven’t had any accidents since my foster mom is very good with my routine and commands. While I don’t have a doggie door like some FurKids I know I could master that pretty fast. I also know the ‘Come’ command already. Mom and I are working on ‘wait’ (so we can go out the front door together.) That’s the next one on my list!
I try to do lots of things that make Mom smile. How’s that for wanting to please? I love my walks! Of course, we can’t forget the ‘going for a ride in the car’ behavior. Well, let me tell you there is nothing more fun than riding in the car!
If you have a heart for an energetic, active and happy pup then we should definitely meet. I’ll make you proud of all that I can become now that I’m a FurKid. So if you want to be a super hero, please ask for me.
Cuddles and Snuggles,
Deserving and Delightful Dexter
There were three of us (two boys and 1 girl) in my family, all adorable and adoptable! Our Mom is a terri-chi and Dad was a poodle mix so you could say we are mixed with cuteness.
Although I am young I am already sleeping through the night and learning to be housebroken. (Mom says that means I know to go outside to ‘do my business’ most of the time. For as young as I am that’s a great start!)
While I’m half the size of my brothers I am fearless — and will take them on in a wrestling match any day! Mom says I’m both bold and confident. I already know that I want to explore the world, love neck and belly rubs and being petted is my specialty!
There are three of us (two boys and 1 girl) in my family and we are adorable and adoptable! Our Mom is a terri-chi and Dad was a poodle mix so you could say we are mixed with cuteness.
My Aunties say that I’m a major snuggler – as well as incredibly sweet and eager to please! I’m also housebroken, come when I’m called, outstanding in the car, amazing at going for walks and a great companion (think Velcro)!
It’s likely that I didn’t get to experience truly being a puppy – so I’m making up for it now. There’s a little 6 month old terrier puppy that lives down the street. When we get together it’s all play! I might even be able to wear him out!
My name is Lovable Leo and my BFK Aunties want me to introduce myself because I’m a pretty spectacular pup. Now I’m absolutely not bragging (I would never, ever do that) however everyone that meets me says so!
Did I mention that I’m about three years old and cuddle sized at 17 pounds? I’m loyal, attentive, communicative and smart (more on that in a minute) — and eager to please. Although I’m shy initially (please take it slow at first) I’m GREAT with people and children once I get to know them. And I love other dogs, especially ones about my size! I get so excited to see other pups and can’t wait to “engage.”
One day, not so very long ago, my ‘original’ mom and dad had to move away – so they told me to be a brave boy and they took me to a shelter. They had me groomed and I looked very handsome – but no one came to get me as the shelter was very far away. I wondered if I would ever have a home of my own again – but I got lucky and became a FurKid. I wasn’t sure about the car ride at first because I didn’t know where I was going. But my foster Mom and Dad are really nice and very kind, so I started to relax.
When I got to my foster home the very best thing happened: there was another FurKid there. And I found a new buddy. His name is Bowie. Mom swears that I ‘talk’ to him – then we both wag our tails. She says that I am always gentle when I play with Bowie (He’s taller and younger than I am) but if you asked Bowie he’d say I’m always gentle and patient no matter what we are doing.
And, according to Mom, I am the bestest and most loyal buddy she has ever known. She says I follow her throughout the house, quietly basking in her company. Then, when it’s dark, I go to the bedroom, walk over to the bed and stare at it – then up at Mom. Since Mom’s smart she figured out that I was asking if it’s time to go to sleep. And when she says yes, then I settle in for the night in the Big People’s Bed without another sound. I am, however, a bit of a bedhog – but a very cute one!