Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi! My name is Beanie! A sweet 8 lb, 6 yr old Maltipoo.
At first, I'm bashful, shy, introverted, timid, and coy because I don't trust strangers. But once I warm up to you, if we are introduced in the way I am comfortable with, I become happy-go-lucky, carefree, engaging, adaptive, and cheerful! I adore snuggling! But I don't share my cuddles with just anyone; I prefer to get to know you a bit first!
Nothing would make me happier than to find a family to devote myself to! You won't find a more dedicated, loving companion! I can't think of anything better than getting love and attention from my family! Affection is my middle name!
I am fine around other small dogs, though I'm not really interested in interacting with them. I am a people dog for sure. Big dogs are absolutely not my jam. I truly believe I am bigger than them. I would prefer to be the center of your universe and not have to share.
While I do get along with others, due to my size and personality, I would do best in a home without young children. I had a home that was amazing, but when the kids came along, it just went south.
When socializing with people, I have a hard time with new people. I like to take my time approaching new situations. While I am a bit shy with new faces and places, I warm up as I become more familiar with my environment.
I am a picky eater. The rescue has finally found the food I love after trying several brands, flavors, and textures, so I hope that I can stay on this food when I go home. And please, no water or wet food in my meals, I will go on a hunger strike! Treats I am totally down with, though, so bring those on!
My foster parents have helped me to learn manners, or what we call 'Petiquette' and how to be calm. I do not like to be alone at night, and I am afraid of the dark. Safe in your arms, in your bed with you would be amazing!
They have also been working with me to learn sit, wait, kennel, outside, and other commands, and I am doing really well. I am leash-trained with a harness as well as crate-trained. Though I may have an accident or two while I get used to my new home, I am potty trained and will let you know when I need to go outside.
As a MaltiPoo, I will require monthly grooming. I did great at the groomers when the rescue took me, and I was introduced to the groomer in a way I was comfortable, so we had a ball! I will also require tri-annual vaccinations and annual dental care.
My previous dad taught me to leap into his arms from the ground, but not everyone likes it when I do this unexpectedly. My foster parents are teaching me to only do this when asked.
I would make a great playmate, but would also love to join you on the couch. I'm happy either way! Going for walks, engaging in play, and doing outdoor activities with my new family daily would make me very happy!
As I mentioned before, when the kids arrived, my dad tried for over a year, and it just was not working. They scared me, so no kids for me, but because of this, I was surrendered to the rescue. My dad had tears in his eye but it was the right thing to do for everyone.
Before that, when I was just a year old, I was rescued from a busy freeway by a Good Samaritan, my angel! They are the ones who found my previous home, where it was great for 5 years until it was not. Now I am looking for a forever home that does not have other pets or young kids, and neither is in the potential future.
If you think we may be a good match, or you would like to get to know me better, please click the Adoption Application button below my bio ON THE RESCUE WEBSITE. Here is the link: https://animals.smallbreedrescue.org/animals/561 - and you will be contacted by one of the adoption counselors!
Please Note - Due to home introductions that are part of the adoption process, we can only accept applications for interested parties who are in or near North County, San Diego County, California at this time.
