Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You may know Monte Cristo as a ghost town, but it was once a booming gold rush town. It was stunning, full of energy, and even now has a certain draw to it. Mini MonteChristo (a.k.a Monte) embodies the town’s history well.
This tiny little guy is, in his foster's words, “a complete joy and truly the easiest puppy they've ever fostered.” Monte rarely makes a peep, doesn't chew anything he's not supposed to, doesn't nip or scratch, and is completely unbothered by the resident cats. He just wants to be near a human, play with the other pup residing there, or curl up on a bed. He has recently discovered zoomies, which, on a dog his size, is the cutest thing imaginable. He also gets SUPER excited about breakfast every morning, which… same, Monte. Same.
Monte is getting more reliable about going number 1 and 2 outside, although admittedly, 1 is slightly outpacing 2. But hey, he’s learning! Monte is good with other dogs, cats, kids, and car rides. He's food-motivated, a quick learner, and even sleeps through the night. He barely barks, and when he does, his foster describes it as completely cute rather than loud or obnoxious.
The original Monte Cristo was abandoned and reclaimed by nature. This Monte Cristo, on the other hand, is very much ready to be claimed by his furever person.
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A Quick but Important Note to All Adopters:
Please remember that none of our dogs arrive fully trained. Most come from tough or uncertain beginnings and may have never lived in a home or known basic routines. That means:
✧ They are not potty trained on arrival. Most dogs regress in potty training when moving to a new environment.
✧ They may lack basic manners (like leash walking or appropriate chewing).
✧ They’re learning, growing, and doing their best—but they will need patience, structure, and compassion to succeed.
The majority of these pups have lived in the confinement of a cage or kennel run for most - if not all - of their lives. Because of this, we strongly discourage the use of crates for anything other than vehicle transport. They deserve the chance to decompress and learn what true freedom and comfort feel like.
Our amazing foster homes work hard to start these dogs on the right path, but they are rescues, not finished products. These dogs need time, consistency, and a loving home willing to meet them where they are.
Also, breed designations are our best guesses based on appearance and behavior. We can't guarantee breed, size, adult weight, or coat type.
