Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Carter! This adorable little Poodle pup was found as a stray and taken in by a Good Samaritan who reached out to our rescue for help. He was unneutered and treated for ear infections and a UTI, but is otherwise a healthy boy. His coat was a bit unkempt at first, but after a full groom, his fluffy white curls look healthy and full again. Carter was originally fostered in NC with two small senior dogs. Like many pups, he needed a little time to settle in and find his place in the pack, but he coexisted well with the other dogs. He’s more dominant than submissive and was initially a bit protective of affection and toys, but once he adjusted, and especially after being neutered, he relaxed significantly. He arrived on transport 12/6 and has settled quickly into his local foster home. He’s loving life as an only dog and bonded instantly with his foster parents, Neha and Salil. Carter is a confident, cuddly, affectionate boy and a total people-lover. He wants to be right by your side and happily snuggles in bed at night. He’s friendly with everyone he meets! He’s been around a 6-year-old and did great, but because he gets a little jumpy with excitement, we think he’s best with kids 7+. He is housetrained and crate-trained, and is crated when left alone. He’s not a huge crate fan, but he settles better crated than loose in a new environment. A flexible schedule would be a big plus as he transitions into a new home. If you’re looking for a best friend who follows you everywhere—to the couch, the dinner table, the bed, or even the bathroom, Carter is your guy. He enjoys his daily walks (pulls a bit but overall good!), rides nicely in the car, loves toys, and will happily entertain himself. He’s eager to please and already knows “sit,” and is working on “come.” Neha shares: “He’s a total sweetheart with all people, rarely barks, and is an expert snuggler. He also sleeps with his legs up in the air.” BREED ESTIMATE: Miniature Poodle GENDER: Male APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 17 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 3 to 4 years old COAT TYPE: Fluffy Coat that requires regular grooming ADOPTION FEE: $425.00 OTHER INFO: utd on shots/neuterd/microchipped LOCATION: Bethesda, MD FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area. December 12, 2025, 12:50 am
