My name is Major Tom!

Adoption Fee: $350
Fostered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Age: 4 years
Weight: 10 lbs.

Major Tom is a Yorkie/Schnauzer mix.

5/27/25 - Hey! It's me, Major Tom. Foster mom wanted me to give ya'll an update. I wish I had some new and interesting things to tell you about myself, like I'm not so scared of things and obnoxious any longer, but the truth is, I still am. But one thing I have come to realize as I've gotten older here at my foster home, is that "It's just my personality".

I'm terrified of bad weather and foster mom has to put a thunder shirt on me and hold me like a baby. I don't really care for meeting new people. When someone new comes to my house, I bark from afar and if they get up quickly, I sometimes do a "drive by". Foster mom will put a bark collar on me "it isn't really turned on", but it seems to do the trick. I will go lay down or stay nearby, but not bark. I'm not really good with going places because I don't want to be left. When foster mom brings me to foster grandma's house, I spend the whole time raising up on foster mom's legs to be held or just pace nervously.

I do like to play with other dogs that are playful, but at first, I'm usually obnoxious and growl and bark at them until some time passes and I can get to know them and will then play. Unfortunately, I'm a talker. So, when playing, or just wanting to communicate with foster mom or dad, I have a deep, loud noise/growl that I use. I'm not being mean, it's just my normal, happy voice. Bad thing is other people and some dogs, don't understand it unless they have been around me a while. I love playing with toys, but by play, I mean eat off the legs, arms, nose and ears, and then take the stuffing out. I have a blast. It's a good thing that we have baskets full of toys around here.

I do eat very well and know how to sit. I'm also a great bed partner and sleep right by my human sharing the pillow. I'm very smart and will use pee pads or, get ready, actually go to the door and scratch. I know, foster mom said I'm the only foster she has had that has ever done this. I guess with all my personality flaws, this one should win me major points. But, I would assume when moving to a new home, I'd be so scared and nervous, I probably will have mistakes. I absolutely love a bath and to be blow-dried. What can I say, I like to be pretty!

I know, I'm not the furry companion that everyone is looking for with all my quirks, but I promise, I am a good boy. It's just hard for me to trust and love. I will be honest, I will need a mom and/or dad that will be ok taking their time with me and not get mad at me for my "Dennis the Menace" ways. I need someone with a stronger personality, but not so strong that I tinkle myself. Oh, by the way, I do this if I get scared too quickly.

Guess I better stop now. I'm sure I've scared you enough. For what it's worth, I'm up for adoption if you think I'm what you are looking for, or just feel sorry enough for me that you can't pass me up! I'm funny too!!

10/23/24 – Major is still his quirky, loving, obnoxious, smart, diamond-in-the-ruff self. He is such a smart dog. Currently at his foster home, he is potty trained. And his foster mom doesn’t take this sentence lightly. We never promise a dog won’t make mistakes. He will use a pad if he has to go and his humans aren’t paying attention, but does his business outside. When you talk to him, he turns his head from side to side as if he is truly listening and understanding what you are saying. He is the biggest baby you will ever meet. He is scare of most things, which is where his obnoxious behavior comes out. He isn’t great with new people and if someone comes over, he will bark and act as if he is not scared, but is actually uncomfortable with new people and situations. It will definitely take a little while for his new owners to win him over, but once you do, he is like glue. His people are his life. After you work through the “I’m a killer, but I will tinkle myself if you come near me” exterior.

4/14/24 - Major Tom thought it was about time he updated everyone on what was going on with him since he has been in his foster home. He is a sweet boy, but does have fear issues with new people. When he first meets someone, he will bark at them as if he is scared and trying to protect himself. Sometimes he might even go hide if meeting someone new at his foster home where he is secure. But once introduced and comfortable, he will love unconditionally. He loves men and woman, but definitely is more comfortable with woman. In his foster home, he plays and loves on foster mom and dad, but will submissive tinkle if foster dad picks him up too quickly. He would benefit from a young playful dog in the home as he loves to play and can be aggravating to dogs that don't want to play or have his energy level. He loves to play with toys and run and play chase with other dogs. He is not very comfortable walking on a harness and leash, so a secure fenced yard is a must for him. He is a very good sleeping companion and adores laying right next to his humans either on top or under the covers. Major does well at the groomer and is great for his weekly bath and blow dry for his foster parents.

He doesn't like a chaotic, busy or loud home, so he would probably do best in a home without children. He is a smart baby. His foster mom taught him to sit for a treat in just 1 day. So he has potential to learn more basic commands.

Major is a happy little guy that did not learn a lot of socialization as a young pup and that has resulted in him being a little socially uncomfortable and timid, but he loves his people 100% and is a great pup. He has enjoyed living at his foster home, but wouldn't object to starting his life with his forever family. Since he is scared around new people and will need time to adjust, visits will probably be beneficial in his transition when getting adopted. So, he will need to be adopted in Louisiana to make sure that all goes well.

If you feel that you are the one for Major Tom, we are accepting applications now!

11/22/21 - Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! The name is Major Tom, but you can call me Major. Or, you can call me Tommy Boy. Or you can call me Baby. Just call me in a sweet voice, because I love that.
I was surrendered by my previous owner because I was too much to handle. My last home did not have enough energy outlets for me and I really need exercise and also needed more socialization. Not getting this resulted in me playing too rough snapping and biting at my mom. She did what was best and surrendered me to YHR. I explained to my foster mom that I didn’t mean it and she said that it’s just puppy antics that needed to be redirected.

I do have a very submissive and fearful personality. I’m afraid when meeting new people and will sometimes submissive tinkle. Other times I will try to overcompensate for my fear by barking and growling. Foster mom tells everyone to just sit down and let me get to know them and come to them on my terms. She told me that she understands my issues and we are going to slowly work on them. She’s cool. I’m timid around other dogs too. I’m just learning to play with them a little because there is a Shih-tzu in my foster home that is trying to show me the ropes. So having another dog in the home would be a plus so I can pickup ques from them and it helps me trust humans too. I just don’t need to be around any that are too rough because it scares me.

Once I trust you, I’m definitely my human’s dog and I will follow you everywhere and can even get protective of you. I f foster mom and I are in the bed and foster dad walks in, I will bark and growl at him until he comes over and talks sweet to me and pets me. Foster mom said that I cannot go to a home with children of any age or one that is too chaotic because I get overly stimulated easily. Exercise, i.e., walking, playing fetch or chase with my humans, etc. will help with this and help me to gain confidence.

I know I’m not doing the best at making myself sound like a gem to be adopted, but I am actually a great boy. I come when called, sleep right next to my human all night perfectly, and loves to give and receive love and affection. I’m learning to play with toys and it is the bomb! I’m pretty good in the potty department as long as you let me out enough and stay out with me If you think you will sneak off and go inside, forget it. I will run back in too and do my business inside. So, it’s up to you if you want to stay out with me, or clean up. Lol

I’m not a springy fellow. I’m actually just starting to walk up the steps/benches to the bed. But I still like to be picked up and put in the bed. I will come down the steps though. Foster mom says it is just adorable to see me raise up on the side of the bed and scratch to be picked up. I guess since I’m bigger, she just assumes I’d be able to jump up and down the steps with ease.

While I’m continuing to get love and attention here and learning discipline and how to trust, if you think I have the potential to be a part of your home, please apply. Remember, I will need a quiet home with parents that will exercise me regularly, no children, and another non-rowdy dog to learn from and play with.

Don’t let my shortcomings scare you off, I’m quite handsome and a great catch. Or so says foster mom and she wouldn’t lie to me. I'll be spending Thanksgiving with my foster family, but maybe by Christmas, I can have a family of my own. Major Tom signing off!

11/12/21 - BIO COMING SOON!