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My name is Simon!

Posted 2 days ago | Updated 1 day ago

Cared for by Help a Dog Smile

My basic info

Breed
Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)
Color
Black - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
22233224

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Please read the entire profile prior to filling out an application. 

Meet Simon, a 2 ½ year old, 25 pound terrier mix 

Background : Simon  suddenly found himself without a home after his devoted owners passed away. Simon wasn’t just a pet; he was a treasured family member who was deeply loved and well cared for. 

Personality : Simon is an insecure dog.  He loves women, and while it takes a little while to warm up to men, once he does, he’s all in!  Simon is an active dog and loves to play fetch, go for walks or hikes.   Simon would do best in an adult only home.  He is beginning to come around to the cat in his foster home.   As an insecure dog Simon does need another small, bossy female dog in his forever home. 

Favorite Things:   Simon loves belly rubs, keeping himself occupied by playing with toys  and alerting when someone comes on the property. 

Health : Simon is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines.

Training :  Simon is housebroken, uses a dog door and knows basic commands such as “sit” and “paw”. He’s still got a few puppy habits (like play nibbling hands), so a little refresher training wouldn’t hurt. Simon is working on leash training.

Adoption Requirements: Simon requires a person who has experience with insecure dogs.  Simon needs a small, bossy (alpha) female dog in his forever home. Simon would do best in a quiet adult only household.

Adoption Fee : Simon’s adoption fee is $250. If you live in the Phoenix metro area and think he could be the right fit for you, please complete an adoption application*: helpadogsmile.org/adoption-application  

*Please note that the application is not a commitment to adopt–it is a tool used to help determine if a dog and applicant would make a good match. Applications are forwarded to the foster family for review and follow-up.

 
January 29, 2026, 9:58 pm
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
22233224
Contact
Address
P.O. Box 8195, Glendale, AZ 85312
Donation

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Adoption is a lifetime commitment. After an application and a verbal interview is completed and it is determined that the adoption is a compatible match, a contract is signed with specific guidelines. An adoption fee (usually between $250-$500) to help off-set medical, feeding and Rescue costs is collected. The contract states that at any time the adoption does not work out, the dog is to be returned to our Rescue group for alternate placement. The dog is not to be 'given away' or 'rehomed' or 'taken to the pound'. If there are other dogs in the home, they must meet prior to adoption. All family members in the household have to agree to the adoption. No dog is to be adopted as a 'gift'. No out of state adoptions.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Adoptions can be arranged by appointment or our dogs can be met on the first Saturday of the month at Petsmart, Desert Ridge Noon to 3:00 PM.

More about this rescue

Help A Dog Smile is a 501c3 non-profit Arizona corporation and member of PACC911. We are a group of volunteers who all have regular, full time jobs. We are passionate about helping the dogs entrusted to our care and will strive to find the perfect home for each dog. 100% of the funds received goes directly to the medical care of the dogs rescued.

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