Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
Pending adoption
We have a transport where we will be personally driving our dogs home leaving on either 11/14/25 or 12/13/25 to NorCal, OR, and WA. Surrounding states will be added to our route as needed ☺️ We would love to add Misty to our trip for the right home!
Meet Misty — our sweet little Maltese/Yorkie mix with a heart as mighty as her tiny 4.7-lb frame. She turned a year old on January 20, 2025, and though she’s fully grown, her personality still carries that spark of youthful curiosity and wonder that makes her such a joy to have around. She’s dainty, adorable, and full of gentle affection — the kind of dog who wants to be close, loves to be loved, and finds happiness in every quiet, shared moment with her person.
Misty came to us after her prior owner realized that caring for such a small breed wasn’t the right fit for her lifestyle. Though she adored Misty immensely, she wanted her to be in a home where she could be truly understood, valued, and cherished for the tiny but spirited soul that she is. From the very beginning, it was clear Misty’s heart had so much love to give — she just needed a bit of structure and guidance to help her understand that love is built on trust, not control.
In her previous home, Misty was doted on and never told “no.” What she wanted, she got — and while it came from a place of affection, it left her without boundaries or a sense of respectful sharing. Over time, that lack of structure caused her to become possessive over prized items like toys or treats — things she felt she had to guard because she’d never learned that she didn’t need to. When we brought her into our care, we focused on rebuilding her sense of safety and security.
Here, Misty has made incredible progress. She’s learned that boundaries aren’t punishments — they’re safety nets. We’ve worked gently but firmly with her to remove high-value items from free access and only reintroduce them during crate time, where she knows those things are hers and hers alone. This structure has given her confidence and greatly reduced her anxiety about sharing space and resources. She now plays beautifully with other dogs, enjoys the company of our own dogs, and would absolutely thrive with another respectful, well-mannered pet — as long as her new home continues the consistent structure she’s responded to so well.
Misty is crate trained, pad trained, and house trained with supervision due to her small size — she’s always accompanied outside and follows a reliable daily routine that keeps her on track. She’s also leash trained and loves taking her time to smell every flower she passes on her walks 🌸. She rides wonderfully in the car, making her the perfect co-pilot for errands, road trips, or just an afternoon drive around town. She’s calm, patient, and not a barker, though she’ll give a gentle alert if she hears something unusual — just enough to let you know she’s on duty before settling right back down again.
She sleeps soundly through the night and does great in her crate, but she’s equally content curling up on her own bed — or in yours if you invite her (she’ll never say no to cuddles). She’s a loyal little companion who loves with her entire being, and once she trusts you, she’ll follow you like your very own shadow.
Because of her small size and her history of wanting to guard special items, we’re recommending a home without small children — not because she wouldn’t love them, but because a quieter environment will help her continue feeling secure. Visiting grandchildren or occasional younger guests would be perfectly fine — it’s the daily dynamic of unpredictable play or toy sharing that she finds overwhelming.
Misty is wonderful with older children, men, women, and other dogs, and she’s shown beautiful adaptability here. With continued consistency and calm leadership, she’ll only keep growing into the best version of herself. She truly wants to please and has shown us that she learns fast when she knows she’s safe and understood.
Adoption Fee is on our website at the bottom of her adoption listing at https://www.breadoflifek9refuge.org/post/misty-1
Her adoption fee covers her spay (which required extended anesthesia time as she was in heat), a full dental exam and cleaning (two retained baby teeth were safely removed), her microchip and lifetime registration, core vaccinations, and vet health clearance. As always, her adoption fee also helps cover the months of individualized care, training, and professional grooming she’s received during her time with us — every ounce of love, patience, and progress that’s gone into helping Misty find balance and confidence again.
Misty’s journey is a reminder that even the smallest dogs can have the biggest hearts and that sometimes, all they need is a little structure to let their love shine through. Whoever earns her trust will gain one of the most loyal, tender, and devoted companions imaginable — a tiny dog with an enormous capacity for love. ❤️
