Miniature Pinscher puppies and dogs in Highlands, New Jersey

Meet Monterey! Monterey is a 1 year-old, 11 pound Miniature Pinscher. Don't let his small size fool you - he's full of love and an all around great little guy! At first, Monterey is a little shy and timid, but he's getting more and confident every day. With time, patience, and love, he's sure to blossom with his new family. At times, he even shows off his playful side before settling in for the night besides his human. If he sounds like the perfect little bundle of joy for you, apply to adopt Monterey today! Monterey is currently being fostered in Staten Island, NY, and his adoption fee is $550. To adopt this animal, please visit https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt All of our animals come spayed or neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, are microchipped, heartworm negative, current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention, dewormed, and treated for any ailments found upon veterinary examination. The adoption fee covers a portion of these services, and makes it possible for us to continue rescuing animals. For more information on the adoption fees and the adoption process, please complete our adoption application here: https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt - an application allows us to get to know your family better so we can assess whether the animal you are interested in is a good match for your home. An application does not obligate you to adopt. Please understand that due to the volume of applications some animals receive, we are unable to contact all applicants. If your application is considered a good fit for the animal you are interested in, or even a different pet, a volunteer will give you a call as soon as possible. We are a foster based rescue and do not have a shelter location where animals can be seen during the week. Please see our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LouiesLegacy for our weekly adoption album if you are interested in meeting an animal in person. Not all animals attend every adoption event, please check our Facebook page for animal event times and locations before you make a trip to meet a specific animal.

Small dog with great disposition. very personable and gets along well with everyone, cats and dogs. Loving companion, healthy. She is up to date on all shots as of 2026. I am looking to rehome her because I adopted her with a now ex, and I am having trouble giving her the care she requires on my own, with my busy schedule. I want her to have the attention she deserves. She is a very good, sweet dog.

CAPE MAY COUNTY. NJ: Looking for a happily ever after? Find it now: Adopt & fall in love with smarty pants PRINCE! Little Prince is 5 year old miniature pinscher mix and 28 lbs handsome boy who, despite his name, has not had a fairy tale life. Sadly, Prince was surrendered to the city shelter when his owner’s children were reportedly abusing him. For a small dog who had never known much kindness or love, Prince is incredibly smart with a large repertoire of tricks (stay, sit, go, down). His adorably large ears must make it easy for him to hear commands! Prince likes to go for walks, has a medium energy level, and gets along with other dogs. All in all, Prince seems like a very good boy who grew up in a not-so-good environment. A normal, calm home with positivity & love makes Prince the most wonderful companion. He loves to hang out in the sunshine with his people and all of his foster fur siblings. Between his previous home and the chaotic city shelter, Prince has never known what it’s like to feel safe and loved before his foster home, where he is truly blossoming. Because of his past trauma, Prince should not be crated and may be a bit shy, but is easily won over with a little patience - and some treats - and then develops a deep bond to his people, becoming affectionate and trusting them implicitly. Prince is neutered, up to date on shots, micro-chipped and ready to begin his new life in a loving forever home! Can you open your heart and show Prince that sometimes dreams really do come true? He would really appreciate his happily ever after - with lots of happiness to share with his new home! If you can adopt dear Prince, please contact AmsterDog at 917-689-8414 or info@amsterdog.org for more information, or apply to adopt (or foster-to-adopt) Prince at AmsterDog.org. And thanks for caring about a pet in need!

Eli - 10 months & 13lbs (as of 5/7), Chi/Min Pin Mix, Neutered  This puppy is eligible to join our foster-to-adopt program. Please email fostertoadopt@socialteesnyc.org with the animal’s name in the subject line if you are interested! Want to straight up adopt? Submit an adoption application at socialteesnyc.org Thier Foster Parent Says: "Eli is super smart, eager to learn, and full of curiosity about the world around him. He thrives on an active lifestyle with plenty of exercise and mental stimulation, whether that's exploring all the sights and smells on walks or proudly picking up sticks he spots along the way. He's a natural-born city pup — loud sounds don't faze him one bit, and he clearly enjoys all the attention he gets from admirers who stop to say hello. Speaking of hello — Eli is a true social butterfly. He greets every new person with enthusiasm and has never met a stranger he didn't love. He's wonderful with other animals too. In his current foster home, he gets along great with his foster siblings Addy, a 50-pound dog, and Socks, a 12-pound cat, and loves to play and wrestle with both of them. Whether it's a big dog or a curious cat, Eli is always up for making a new friend. Like any puppy, Eli is still learning the ropes — and he's a quick study. He may jump up to say hi or offer a few playful nibbles during a game, and he has a keen eye for shoelaces, eyeglasses, and anything else he can get his paws on — but he's picking up boundaries fast. On leash, he walks well and has the most adorable little strut — full of confidence and an energetic pep in every step. He's making great progress with potty training and mostly goes outside, but he knows to use a pee pad when he does need to go indoors. He does wonderfully being left alone and rarely fusses — and if he does, it's only for a few seconds before he settles right in for a nap.Above all, Eli is a love bug. Any chance he gets, he'll snuggle up beside you and remind you just how lucky you'd be to make him part of your family. If you're looking for a fun, affectionate, and spirited little companion, Eli is your guy. Don't miss your chance to give this wonderful boy his forever home!" Level of dog ownership experience required:INTERMEDIATE – As an adult, this dog will need significant structure and plenty of daily exercise, training, and mental stimulation – 90 consecutive minutes of movement in the morning plus potty break walks and brain games throughout the day. The adopter must have relevant primary care experience with a similar breed, temperament, and/or energy level. (Primary care experience includes ownership, fostering, or dog sitting as an adult, not a dog you grew up with.) Relevant puppy care experience is a huge plus, but bare minimum the adopter must have TONS of time and patience. Raising a puppy can be a lot of fun, but it’s also  tremendous work. Puppies’ personalities and exercise/stimulation requirements change dramatically between now and when they’re a year old as their bodies and brains develop, so an active lifestyle and the ability to adapt to a pup’s evolving needs are a must. We strongly urge professional dog training with a rewards based trainer from the get go. Adults only or kids ages 8 and up – all puppies go through a mouthy, rambunctious phase and often accidentally hurt children when playing. PLEASE DO YOUR OWN BREED RESEARCH to make sure you have a better understanding of the kind of temperament and exercise requirements this dog may have as an adult. Energy level:MEDIUM – Very young puppies sleep and nap a lot, but their energy level skyrockets when they become teens (4 months to around a year). As an adult, this dog will need significant structure and plenty of daily exercise, training, and mental stimulation – 90 consecutive minutes of movement in the morning plus potty break walks and brain games throughout the day at a minimum. (This is regardless of dog size – many small breeds were designed for lots of activity and will exhibit unwanted behavior when they’re understimulated.)  TOLERANCE TO CITYCity pup – Seems unfazed by the sights and sounds, may as well have been born here.POTTY TRAININGYes - doing great COMFORT LEVEL WITH STRANGERSSocial butterfly – Wants to be friends with everyone who walks by, loves anyone who will stop to say hello. BEHAVIOR WITH CHILDREN (always requires adult supervision)Maybe for age 12 and upSOCIAL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER DOGSYes – Good with most other dogs (sizes, breeds, etc.) as far as we know and enjoys socializing with other caninesRESPECTFUL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER ANIMALS (cats, small pets, etc.)Yes - currently in a home with a cat MOUTHY BEHAVIORWorking on it – Is respectful of hands, feet, etc. but likes to chew on things they’re not supposed to like shoes, furniture, etc. He will stop if you say "No bite"SEPARATION ANXIETYAdjusting – Might cry for a few minutes when you first leave the house but settles pretty quickly and has no problem being left alone otherwise. LEASH MANNERSGetting the hang of it – Probably hasn’t been on a leash much in their life but figuring it out. Might be a mild puller but responds to correction. CUDDLE BUG LEVELHigh – Wants to be in your lap pretty much all the time JUMPING ON PEOPLE TO SAY HELLOListens to correctionCRATE TRAININGNot at all Medical status:Healthy as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP and Bordetella vaccines, spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer upon intake. (For dogs under 4 months old, adopters will need to finish the DHPP vaccine series and administer the Rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age.) How did this dog end up with Social Tees?Most of our dogs come via partner groups who help us save them from shelters where they are at risk of euthanasia in Tennessee, Los Angeles, and Puerto Rico. There are very few spay/neuter resources there and many more animals in those areas than there are people to adopt them. Rescue groups like ours bring them to the northeast where the desire for pets like these allows us to save their lives. PLEASE NOTE: We cannot guarantee any breed mix, exact age, or full grown size (if the dog is under a year old). We do our best with very educated guesses.  This animal is not at the Social Tees office, all are in foster homes. LEARN MORE ABOUT US: socialteesnyc.org and Instagram @socialteesnyc ##2730049##

Feast your eyes on sweet Viola, a 1.5-year-old, 18-ish lb Miniature Pinscher mix who is as adorable as she is full of potential. This little lowrider may be petite, but don’t let those short legs fool you—she can fly! Viola is wonderful with other dogs and absolutely lives for her dog friends. She will practically drag you to the dog run just to get in on the fun, and once she’s there, it’s game on—zoomies, wrestling, and full-on play mode. She’s especially fond of pups her size but holds her own just fine with bigger dogs too. She’s still a bit shy with people at first, but underneath that is a gentle, loving girl who is slowly learning to trust. She enjoys pets and the occasional cuddle, and as she continues to settle in, we know her affectionate side will only grow. Viola is house trained with a routine—she’s already showing that she can hold it and prefers to go outside. She’s also very food motivated and smart—she’s already learned “sit” and is eager to keep learning, especially if treats are involved (which she fully believes they should be at all times). Now for a little honesty—Viola has a mischievous streak. She’s discovered the joy of chewing and has sampled a few “forbidden snacks” like shoes, blankets, and even phone chargers (RIP to a few household items). She does have toys, but she’ll need continued guidance, structure, and patience as she learns what’s hers vs. not. Viola is truly a work in progress in the best way—a sweet, playful, slightly naughty little pup who is blossoming more every day. She’s looking for a patient, loving home that will help her build confidence, continue her training, and embrace both her cuddly side and her silly, spirited personality. If you’re ready for a fun, fast, and fabulous little companion, Viola is ready to run straight into your heart If you would like to adopt this wonderful dog, please email rescue@pupstarzrescue.org or visit www.pupstarzrescue.org for an application! www.pupstarzrescue.org Please Follow us on Instagram: @pupstarzrescue Like us on FaceBook! www.facebook.com/PupStarzRescue PupStarz rescue cannot guarantee the breed, size, temperament or age of any dog.

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