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My basic info
Breed
Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier/Maltese
Color
White - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
4 years 3 months old, Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
11 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
My health
Shots current
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Indio could be that dream come true dog for retirees who love spending their time with a cottony-soft, super-loving and very sweet companion. There's no question that Indio would also do well with a younger family with gentle older kids who enjoy the fun and positive energy that a sweet and very loving dog brings to a family.
Indio has had a hard time in his short life without lots of love and nurturing, but not for him to be negative or sad. He's a very positive spirit that, once comfortable in his environment, is very happy go lucky and so much fun. Farfel's is very committed to placing Indio with a family that derives great joy from showering a beautiful and super- sweet dog with nothing but love and kindness.
Once comfortable in his environment, Indio enjoys playing and is so entertaining in his silly antics, positive energy and sharing the pure love that lives inside his heart.
Indio's story is all too common in his close call to euthanasia due to lack of space at a scary, high-kill Texas shelter but who could ignore his adorable manner, gorgeous good looks and the huge potential he has? Our compassionate rescuer recognized all these wonderful qualities in Indio and brought him to safety. Farfel's was immediately contacted and we were thrilled to accept this beautiful Maltese / Yorkie mix (Morkie) into our rescue.
Indio can be initially unsure, but give him some time (a soft belly rub and yummy treats are very helpful) and he inches closer and closer to a welcoming lap. Before you know it he's gently loving you up with a soft kiss and a happily wagging tail. Indio's awesome Texas rescuer is certain that there is a Colorado family that will love this little dog like crazy and want to make him a permanent member of their family.
Indio will do well with a family who's invested in spending time with their pup. He's so pleasant and at 11 lbs is so portable that he can be an active part of any adventure. It can be a walk through the Colorado mountains, a visit with friends, a car ride, vacation or just an afternoon spending time together plopped down on the couch. All of these activities would speak to Indio's excellent temperament and love of spending time with his family. We aren't open to a situation where family members spend their days working full-time outside of the home. We'd like Indio to get more time and attention than is possible with that lifestyle.
Since Indio is just a young guy, he's a blank slate just waiting for a kind and patient human to show him the way. He has all the potential in the world to be an awesome adult companion. Indio will form firm bonds with his family and learn positive socialization skills through positive reinforcement / force-free virtual or in-person training classes. This training will make a profound difference in a young dog's ultimate adult behavior and in his relationship/bonding with his people. It does take time and commitment yet pays off a thousand times over when you have a dog that can accompany you out in the world with excellent behavior. Farfel's is happy to supply a list of approved virtual and in-person positive reinforcement / force-free trainers in your area.
Indio has a stunning cottony-soft, non-shedding scruffy coat that will require a lifelong commitment to periodic grooming and great nutrition (5 star food and a daily salmon oil supplement are recommended for general longevity and coat care). With this regimen, Indio's coat will always be cottony-soft, shining and gorgeous with good health.
Indio has been fully vetted and vaccinated to fulfill our commitment to adopting out only healthy dogs. We've requested that Indi be neutered prior to his transport to Colorado. If this doesn't occur, Farfel's is happy to cover all costs for Indio's neuter and microchip after his arrival in Boulder if one of our rescue vets is used.
Indio will be arriving on transport in Boulder on Wednesday 12/13/2023. Applications are currently being accepted and can be found at http://farfels.com/farfels-rescue/adoption-form/. If you're interested in this sweet, cuddly and fun-loving best friend please fill out our application completely and submit.
**PLEASE NOTE** Farfel's Rescue makes every effort to place our dogs with families that are excellent matches. We do this through our Farfel's Rescue adoption application found at the link above or at farfels.com (never through rescue site apps such as Adoptapet or Petfinder as they don't provide enough information). If you're truly interested in adopting Indio please be sure to fill out the Farfel's Rescue adoption application. It's the only initial tool that we have to determine a great match for this very deserving pup. We're sorry, but in most cases, we're unable to get back to those that don't submit a Farfel's Rescue adoption application. Thanks very much for choosing rescue.
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