My name is Zoey!

All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped. 

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Adoption fee: $800

Zoey is a 12–14 week old Morkie puppy who weighs about 10 pounds and is absolutely brimming with personality, energy, and affection. She is very much a puppy in every sense of the word—busy, curious, playful, and deeply attached to her people.

Her day usually starts around 7:00 am with an immediate trip out to the yard. Once she’s in, it’s go-go-go playtime until breakfast. Zoey needs frequent potty breaks throughout the day, especially with every change in activity, although she tends to think outdoor trips are just another chance to zoom, chase, and play. She spends her days in an office space with her foster and the resident dogs, happily playing with her foster brother Uno, napping between bursts of activity, and keeping things lively. She can be vocal, especially when she wants to play, eat, or has strong opinions about toy-sharing, so muted Zoom calls are part of her current routine.

In the evening, dinner is around 5:00 pm, followed by more play, chew toys, and puppy antics before bedtime around 10:00 pm. Zoey has learned to accept her crate with minimal fuss, though she may wake during the night and whine for a potty break, which she gets. She does not love being confined in a pen, but she can settle when her person is nearby, especially if she knows she’s not alone.

When Zoey first arrived, she was a velcro puppy— very timid in the yard and unsure about the other dogs, preferring to stay glued to her person. Since then, she’s grown braver and more confident, especially with canine friends. She now happily pounces, wrestles, and chases with Uno (a young dog), while remaining respectful of the older dog in the house. Her preference, however, will always be to be close to her human. When you sit down, she wants to be right there, often perched along the back of the couch with her head resting on your shoulder. She is affectionate, trusting, and loving, with a gentle soul wrapped in a playful, wiggly puppy body.

Zoey is energetic and playful, with plenty of zoomies and enthusiasm, but she balances that with sweet snuggle sessions and a strong desire for comfort from her people. She’s not overly bold or brash, but she is curious and eager to explore, sometimes needing reassurance with new sounds or sights. She is food motivated and already knows how to sit for meals and treats, which makes her a fun candidate for continued training. Potty training has been more challenging for her than for some puppies, and she will need a patient, diligent adopter committed to consistency.

She has not started leash walking yet and is still very much focused on mastering the basics of puppy life. Zoey has sharp puppy teeth, so her foster recommends lots of options for safe chewing.

Zoey would thrive in an active home that’s ready for the time, energy, and structure a young puppy needs. Another playful dog would be a bonus, though not a requirement, as long as she gets plenty of socialization, engagement, and companionship. She enjoys being part of the action and does best when she feels connected to her people.

What sets Zoey apart is her joyful, wiggly zest for life. She is a happy little puppy who loves deeply, plays hard, and charms everyone she meets—especially when she does her adorable little bow for treats, followed by those irresistible puppy-dog eyes that somehow make all the chaos feel completely worth it.