Poodle and Pooch Rescue

Hello . . . my name is Pierre and I am a 1-year-old  Shih Tzu. I'm a small guy at just 10 lbs. who is looking for my new forever home with a dog savvy owner. I'm looking for a patient, loving and commited person to love me and my quirky personality.  I promise to love you in return!  I'm also quite handsome (if I do say so myself). I hope you enjoy reading more about me . . . 

• General Behavior: Pierre is the cutest little tripod. He has a non-functional front leg but that does not slow him down one bit. This affectionate fellow will greet you with an enthusiastic wiggle when you come home and then will settle in for snuggles and playtime.  In fact, he will actively come to be in your lap to snuggle, but on his terms.  When he has had enough, he will let you know. 
• Likes & Dislikes:   A few of Pierre's favorite things include:  soft toys (the more, the merrier) and food.  He is very food-motivated and actually enjoys food perhaps a little too much.  
• Training: Pierre is practicing his manners and has the makings of a little gentleman. He has worked very hard on housetraining and is doing very well. He walks well on a leash and tolerates car rides. 
• Medical: Pierre is a healthy boy! He is currently taking PetTinic for iron, but long term he will probably only need his monthly flea and heartworm preventatives.
• Other Animals:  A home where Pierre would be the only dog is needed. He mostly ignores his fosters’ cat, although he gave a half-attempted chase one time.
• Children:   This boy would do best in a home with no children. 
• Home: Pierre can be rather anxious if left alone and will bark and howl. Therefore, he needs to be in a single family home where someone is around more often than not. He would also be safer in a home without stairs, and if there is a pool he needs to be protected from it.  Although he might enjoy sleeping in the "big person" bed at night, it is much safer (due to his small size and 3 working legs), for him to sleep in his own space. He's perfectly content with this arrangement.  
• Grooming: As a Shih Tzu, Pierre will need regular grooming (about every 6-8 weeks) to keep him looking and feeling his best.  The cost of grooming should be a consideration for any potential adopter. 
• Overall: Pierre is a sweet little guy who needs a family who will accept his quirks and love him just the way he is.

Could Pierre bring the “ooh la la” factor your life has been missing? Then visit our website www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org where you will find the application to adopt. You’ll be put in contact with the foster family for more information if it’s a potential match. He is up to date on vaccines, heartworm negative, microchipped, and neutered, and he even had his teeth cleaned this year. His adoption donation is $200.

***Local Adoption Only: Pilaf needs a forever family in the central Florida region (Orlando area) who can commit to taking him to his final puppy vetting appointments. These have already been scheduled at one of Poodle and Pooch Rescue's vetting partners and the cost is covered by the adoption donation.***

Meet Pilaf! This 4-month-old American Eskimo dog currently weighs 18 lbs. This cute fellow shines like the brightest star in the sky

• General Behavior: ​Pilaf is a nervous pup at first but he is quick to warm up to his person. He follows his foster mom around the house 90% of the time but if he hears any sound, he goes immediately to investigate what is going on. If anyone walks in the house or makes an unexpected move or sound, he will bark at them. Once Pilaf is comfortable, though, he will win your heart with his joyful expressions, hugs, and kisses. He is very smart and active and will need vigorous exercise several times a day and frequent mental challenges. , 
• Likes & Dislikes ​Pilaf loves lots of physical exercise and mental stimulation. He is an expert-level runner, jumper, and climber. He would play 24/7 if he could; he is always ready for a new adventure and for constant attention. He likes squeaky toys. If you throw the toy(s) far out, he fetches them. He also likes to chew on his bone toy. If he doesn’t have toys around, he becomes very creative and will invent his own game: if you have a party coming up, he can make confetti out of any paper of any size or color. He can’t stay still unless he is tired out. Then, he loves belly rubs and snacks! Pilaf likes a treat like a couple of organic cookies late afternoon, or edamames.
• Training​: Pilaf is a smart cookie! He dis doing well with his housetraining. While he needs to be taken out frequently, he will let you know when he needs to go out. He is a good passenger in the car, He has learned that not all food is his and respects other’s dogs’ bowls. He knows a few commands: sit, no, out, let’s go outside. He acquired leash skills and some socialization.
• Medical ​Pilaf is a healthy boy! He just needs his monthly flea and heartworm preventatives, like any dog. He also needs a forever family in the central Florida region (Orlando area) who can commit to taking him to his final puppy vetting appointments. These have already been scheduled at one of Poodle and Pooch Rescue's vetting partners and the cost is covered by the adoption donation.
• Other Animals: ​Pilaf is okay with other dogs He would like to play with them, however he can be rough at times and he can overwhelm calmer and smaller dogs with his attempts to play. Having other mid-size dogs at home that like playing rough would be ideal or he'd be just fine as the only canine king in his castle too. He has not been observed around cats.
• Children​: Pilaf can be very energetic, so he needs a home with active adults only.. 
• Home: ​Pilaf would do best in a single-family home with a fenced in yard because he likes to be in the yard often and likes to run around. He'd do best in a home where someone is at home - he wouldn't be good home alone for more than a couple hours a few times a week.
• Grooming: Pilaf's coat is coat is soft, elegant, majestic. ​He requires a fair amount of combing and brushing at home, but not too much elaborate grooming.
• Overall: ​Pilaf is an outstanding pup who wants an active family to enjoy life.

Are you are a loving, compassionate, patient person who lives in the Central Florida region? Do you want to spoil a precious pup who will adore you? Then visit our website at www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org where you will find the application to adopt. Pilaf must be adopted locally to finish his puppy boosters and be neutered. Pilaf’s adoption donation is $650.

Meet Sunshine! This sweet, silly Labrador blend is 4 years old and weighs 45 lbs. This playful pup will brighten your day with kisses, belly rubs, and love forever.

• General Behavior: Sunshine is a sweet, loving, playful, and energetic pooch. She gives endless kisses and adores belly rubs. 
• Likes & Dislikes: Sunshine loves playing, romping around in the yard, and snuggling with her humans.
• Training: Silly Sunshine has good basic manners and is housetrained. She enjoys napping in her designated cozy area and rides well in the car. She is still working on her leash-walking skills and sharing her toys with other pups.
• Medical: This big-hearted gal needs the pressure points on her paws cleaned from time to time, and she can't bend her "wrists" on one leg after an surgery to correct an old injury. But other than that, she just needs her monthly flea and heartworm preventatives, like any dog.
• Other Animals: Sunshine is good with other dogs of all sizes (although she might be a bit too playful for some small dogs). She can be a bit shy at first, but quickly warms up to other furry friends. She even gets along with cats.
• Children: Sunshine has not been observed around children yet, but she will probably need a home without small children as she is a very active gal who could knock them over. Older kids (10+) are okay.
• Home: A single-family home with a securely fenced yard and an active family would be perfect for Miss Sunshine! As long as she gets the exercise and attention she needs, she is sure to thrive!
• Grooming: Sunshine does not require much grooming apart from the occasional bath and nail trim when needed.
• Overall: Sunshine will be a wonderful companion for someone who is active and ready for lots of adventures and cuddles.

Could you use some Sunshine on a cloudy day? Could Sunshine be your girl? Then visit our website www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org, where you will find the application to adopt. You’ll be put in contact with her foster family for more information if it’s a potential match. She is up to date on vaccines, microchipped, spayed, and heartworm negative. Her adoption donation is $275.