Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped. * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, December 13th from 12-3pm unless adopted prior to the event. To be considered for adoption, pls submit an application in advance. Adoption fee: $750 Butterbeer is a 2 year old, 11-pound Maltipoo who came to us from the shelter and has fully embraced life as a cherished little housemate. He is gentle, affectionate, funny without trying, and has the perfect balance of independence and companionship. Daily Routine & Home Life Butterbeer would happily spend every hour of the day right next to his person. If you sit, he sits; if you lounge, he lounges. He sleeps overnight in his x-pen without issue, although if given the option, he’d much prefer a cozy bed or the couch. Mornings begin with a burst of enthusiasm: zoomies, snacks, and his much-loved walk. After that, his favorite activity resumes— napping. He rotates between his bed, a patch of sunlight, or your side on the couch. Occasionally he needs the motivational “click” of the leash to remind him it’s time to get up, but once he’s outside, he happily trots along. Personality When he first arrived, Butterbeer was easygoing but kept a little distance while figuring things out. Now that he knows he is safe, he has become a charming blend of independent and velcro. He adores being near his person but is also content napping downstairs while you work. He is affectionate, sweet-natured, and absolutely a snuggler. If he senses an opportunity to curl up next to someone, he’ll find a way to get there— literally. His foster once put him back in his pen to return to bed, only to discover minutes later that Butterbeer had escaped and was snuggled beside them. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. Other Animals & People He lives with an older Shih Tzu named Benji, and the two get along wonderfully. They nap together, share treats, and coexist peacefully. Butterbeer has also greeted other dogs on walks with perfect manners, preferring calm, friendly introductions. He has not shown any concerning behavior around people and is gentle and welcoming. Energy Level & Playfulness Butterbeer is proudly a couch potato. He enjoys his daily walk and takes it seriously, but his true calling is relaxing in soft places. He is the kind of dog who makes doing nothing feel like an activity. Leash Manners He has excellent leash manners— steady, polite, and easy to walk. No pulling, no chasing squirrels, and no unnecessary barking. He’s happy to greet other dogs as long as they aren’t overly exuberant. Housetraining Exceptionally good. After a day of settling in and figuring things out, he has been perfect. He keeps his x-pen and crate clean, goes when taken on walks, and recently mastered the doggie door. Behavior in the Home He does not chew, dig, or bark excessively. He is respectful, quiet, and wonderfully well-mannered. His foster describes him as simply sweet. Ideal Home Truly any loving home. Butterbeer is adaptable, gentle, and affectionate. He loves companionship and warmth, but he isn’t demanding. He would fit into many lifestyles and family types. Special Notes Butterbeer is becoming somewhat of a treat connoisseur. He has opinions, preferences, and the confidence of a dog who knows he was born to be adored. He is gentle, social, and completely free of aggression. He is, in every way, a little prince. Why You’ll Fall in Love Butterbeer’s sweetness is effortless. His calm presence, his desire to be close, and his thoroughly charming antics—like escaping his x-pen just to wedge himself beside his foster— make him a dog who brings warmth into every room. He is affectionate, easy, loving, and ready to become someone’s cherished companion.December 12, 2025, 3:44 am
