Miniature Poodle puppies and dogs in New Jersey

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Meet TwixTwix is a 1.5 year old mini poodle who was surrendered by his owners.  Twix came into rescue as a terrified little boy, but has made huge strides in his foster home. Twix likely experienced abuse in his former home, but is learning to trust humans.  He is being fostered in Tinton Falls, NJ.Twix goes potty outside and will use a wee wee pad. Twix loves other dogs, and would love a doggie companion.Twix is able to walk on a leash, but due to his high anxiety, a fenced yard is best for him.Twix is a special, loving little boy who will cuddle in your bed at night, and is looking for the right person to continue to help him to emotionally heal. Twix is neutered, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.  If you are interested in adopting Twix, please apply: https://peytonsplaceanimalrescue.org/adoption-application/ ##2885032##

🐾 Meet WONDER! 🐾 With a name like WONDER, this beautiful 4-year-old Poodle mix is sure to bring a little magic into someone's life! This adorable girl is ready to find a loving forever home where she can enjoy all the attention, affection, and happiness she deserves. WONDER is hoping to find a family who will welcome her with open arms and make her part of their everyday adventures. Whether it's going for walks, playing, or simply curling up beside her favorite person, she’s looking forward to sharing all the special moments that come with having a family of her own. If you're looking for a sweet companion to add a little WONDER to your world, this girl may be just the one! 🏡 Apply to adopt WONDER and make her part of your family! 💕 WONDER is currently in a loving foster home in NJ and will be attending our Saturday adoption event, where she’ll be hoping to meet her forever family!🐶 At Trust Rescue, we're dedicated to connecting loving families with wonderful canine companions. You can trust that every "Fido" in our care is unique, fully vetted, and altered per veterinary guidelines, ready to find their forever home. While their weight or appearance may change as they settle in, our commitment to their health and well-being is unwavering. Whether they're in Texas getting vetted, groomed, and altered, or comfortably settled in New Jersey, all dogs are entrusted to and under the custody of Trust Rescue. They receive loving care in dedicated foster homes or at our facility. No matter where they are, you can trust they are always with us and receiving the best possible care. We've made our adoption process straightforward and accessible because we believe in making adoption achievable for everyone. Ready to Adopt? Apply Today: Fill out our straightforward application! Personalized Meet-and-Greet: If we believe your family is the right fit, our team will contact you within 1-2 business days. We'll schedule a private, 30-minute meet-and-greet at our Trust HQ. This dedicated time is exclusively for your family an your potential new trusted companion. Affordable Adoption: Our adoption fee is designed to be affordable. There are several ways to meet the wonderful dogs available for adoption: Join us at our adoption events every Saturday! Visit our website for future transport information and schedules. Follow us, Trust Rescue, on: Our website: https://www.trustrescue.org/adoptable-dogs Facebook, and Instagram for continuous updates on our available Fidos and Saturday events. We're always posting new information! Many of our dogs have lived with cats. While we don't assess for cat compatibility, with thoughtful introductions and your guidance, successful dog-cat relationships are common. A very small population of our dogs will not be altered, as is the case with this dog. A refundable deposit of $125 will be added to the adoption fee for any dog that is not spayed or neutered. The deposit is refundable with proof of surgery and a copy of your contract. You have all of the information here, to the best of our knowledge. We believe in transparency and providing you with everything we know about our trusted companions. Trust Rescue proudly maintains an Open Adoption Policy, building a canine community you can trust and count on.

This dog is not yet available for adoption. This may be due to his/her stray-hold, or pending medical/behavioral assessments. If you are interested in learning more about this pet, please complete our adoption questionnaire and a shelter team member will reach out to you when he/she is ready for adoption. To complete an online adoption questionnaire, visit our website: www.HamiltonTwpNJ.gov/AnimalShelter Hamilton Township Animal Shelter cannot offer any guarantees on the age, health, temperament, personality or mental disposition of any pet. Hamilton Township Animal Shelter cannot and does not represent, warrant, promise, or guarantee how the adopted pet will interact or react to the new home environment.

Location: Asheville, NCMeet Pepper — Smart, Sweet, and Looking for the Right Forever Home!Goldendoodle | Almost 2 years old | 38 poundsPepper is a beautiful, intelligent girl with a lot of wonderful qualities! She's playful, adventurous, well-mannered in the home, and loves spending time with her people. Like every dog, she also has a few things she's working through, and we want to be completely upfront so we can find her the home where she'll truly thrive. Life at HomePepper is completely housetrained, although she may let out a few excited drops when she's REALLY happy to see you!She's a polite houseguest who doesn't chew things she shouldn't, doesn't beg at the dinner table, and happily sleeps through the night in bed with her person.She enjoys being near her humans but isn't necessarily a dog who wants to be in your lap 24/7. She appreciates companionship while still enjoying a little personal space.Crinkly toys and playing catch? Now those are definitely her love languages! Smart Cookie with a Little Stubborn Streak!Pepper is incredibly smart and learns commands quickly. She already knows sit, stay, come, wait, go place, round me, and more!She walks beautifully on a leash and enjoys long walks, hiking, puzzle toys, and activities that keep that busy brain working.And yes, she can occasionally be stubborn. She's a Goldendoodle with opinions, after all! Social Life & AdventuresPepper has made wonderful progress with her confidence in new situations.She's accompanied her person to trivia nights at breweries, bocce leagues, outdoor concerts, and coffee shops. She's becoming quite the little social butterfly!However, very busy or overstimulating environments, such as large festivals or places with lots of dogs, can still make her nervous. When overwhelmed, she may pull on the leash, whine, or become uneasy. The good news? She's made significant progress with continued socialization, and her confidence continues to grow.She loves other dogs, although she can get a little barky when playing with her dog friends. She seems to enjoy meeting children, but she has not lived with them, so we cannot say how she would do in a home with kids.Cats? That's still an unknown.And if you enjoy road trips, Pepper makes a great little co-pilot! Grooming & MaintenanceLet's talk about that beautiful Goldendoodle coat!Pepper requires consistent brushing, preferably nightly, to prevent matting. This is an important part of keeping her comfortable and healthy.She's wonderful about baths, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, and little touch-ups around her face.Nail trims, however, are NOT on her list of favorite activities.Her grooming has been done at home, so we don't yet know how she would handle a professional grooming environment. Now, Let's Talk About Pepper's Biggest Challenge: Separation Anxiety.We believe in being transparent about our dogs, and Pepper's separation anxiety is something her future family needs to fully understand.Pepper does wonderfully when she's with her people. Unfortunately, being left alone is currently very difficult for her.What initially started as a little whining has progressed into significant distress when she's left alone. She now barks frantically and continuously, whether she's alone for 30 minutes or several hours. When crated and left alone, she has attempted to dig her way out, injuring her paws in the process. She may also try to destroy bedding or other items she can reach.Her current caregiver has put considerable effort into helping her, including crate training techniques, calming products, enrichment toys, crate covers, supplements, and multiple prescription anxiety medications. Unfortunately, these efforts have not provided lasting relief. Only higher prescribed doses of sedating medication have helped her remain calm.This is not Pepper being naughty, stubborn, or intentionally destructive. She is genuinely struggling when left alone.Pepper will need a patient, understanding adopter who recognizes that separation anxiety is a real behavioral challenge and is prepared to work through it with appropriate veterinary and behavioral support.What Kind of Home Would Be Best for Pepper?Ideally, we'd love to find Pepper a home where someone is around most of the time, such as someone who works from home, is retired, or has a flexible schedule.But simply being home more often isn't a complete solution. Her future family must understand that she may need continued professional help, a carefully managed routine, and a long-term commitment to addressing her anxiety.We're not going to promise that another dog will fix her anxiety, that she'll magically grow out of it, or that a different crate will solve everything. Pepper doesn't need a perfect home. She needs the RIGHT home.One that celebrates everything wonderful about her while also understanding the challenges that come with loving her.We know that home is out there, and we're hoping the right person sees this and says, *"I understand what she needs, and I'm willing to help her." we do not allow electric fences/halo collars, runners/tethers or doggy doors   ##2732023##

🩵 Meet Chavvo (aka Beans!) — A Tiny Boy With a Big Heart and a Whole New World to Discover! 🩵 Approximately 10–12 months old | 12 lbs | Male | Possible Bichon Frise/Poodle Mix | Full of Energy and Love Chavvo's story is heartbreaking, but the best part is that his story is no longer about what he's endured. It's about everything wonderful that still lies ahead. ❤️🐾 This little boy has spent almost his entire life without the love, care, and attention every dog deserves. Now, for the first time, he's discovering just how beautiful life can be. And let us tell you, he's READY to live it! 💔 A life no puppy should ever have to endure Chavvo was born in Mexico, where he spent approximately 90% of his life alone inside a home infested with feces and roaches. People came and went, but only one person paid him much attention. Sadly, that person passed away when Chavvo was around five months old. After that, he was left with little to no human contact. No adventures. No walks. No playtime. No grooming appointments. No vet visits. Just a tiny puppy growing up in a world that had seemingly forgotten him. We heard about Chavvo through word of mouth and offered multiple times to help, but his owners refused to surrender him. Eventually, we were able to secure him, although they wanted $100 for him. They didn't seem concerned about where he went, as long as they got their money. So we paid it. Because his life was worth it. ❤️ And that was the beginning of everything changing. ✂️ A fresh start, from the inside out When Chavvo first came into our care, his coat was severely matted, twisted tightly against his skin. It was so bad that he had to be completely shaved down. His skin was red and irritated, and his coat was full of feces, urine, and who knows what else. To make matters worse, one of his nails had curled around and grown into his paw pad. We made sure that was taken care of immediately. He had never even been to a groomer or a veterinarian before. And here's another heartbreaking detail: the people who had him had forgotten his name. His foster gave him a new name: Chavvo! Some of us initially thought she said Charro, so a few of us lovingly call him Beans. 😂🩵 Once his painful, matted coat was gone, Chavvo looked at himself in the mirror. We can only imagine what was going through that little head of his, but we'd like to think he knew something had changed. That his old life was behind him and a new one had begun. He may look a little naked right now, but we can promise you he's feeling so much better! As his coat grows back, we expect him to become one absolutely gorgeous little boy. Just remember that his beautiful coat will require regular professional grooming throughout his life. 🩵 The most amazing surprise? He LOVES people! After everything Chavvo has been through, you might expect him to be afraid of people or reluctant to trust them. But this little guy? He is absolutely THRILLED to be around humans! He gets so excited about practically everything. A person giving him attention? AMAZING! Something new to explore? INCREDIBLE! A chance to be included in whatever you're doing? BEST. DAY. EVER! He is discovering the world with the enthusiasm of a puppy who has just realized how much fun life can be. And honestly, watching him experience these simple joys is one of the most rewarding parts of his journey. Chavvo has so much love and happiness inside that little body. He just needs someone willing to help him learn how to navigate his brand-new life. 🐶 He LOVES other dogs! Despite having very little interaction with other animals during his early life, Chavvo absolutely adores other dogs! He wants to meet every dog he's introduced to and is so excited to make friends. He's still learning appropriate social manners, though, and his enthusiasm can be a little overwhelming for dogs who prefer a calmer introduction. We believe having a friendly, confident, well-socialized dog in his future home could be incredibly beneficial. Another dog could help him learn routines, canine communication, and all those wonderful things that dogs teach each other. ⚡ A little dog with A LOT of energy! Chavvo has spent much of his young life confined indoors, with very little opportunity to run, play, explore, or simply be a puppy. Now that he has the chance, he is making up for lost time! This boy has energy to spare, and he's still learning what to do with it all. He'll need a family prepared to provide daily exercise, playtime, enrichment, and positive training to help him channel that enthusiasm into healthy habits. He is still a baby in so many ways. Although his body is nearly full-grown, he's missed out on important early experiences that help puppies learn about the world. He will need patience, consistency, and gentle guidance as he learns things other dogs may have taken for granted their entire lives. Household routines, leash manners, boundaries, basic commands, and settling down when it's time to relax may all be new concepts for him. His future family must be prepared to teach him, encourage him, and celebrate the little victories along the way. Chavvo isn't a finished product. He's a little soul who is just beginning to discover who he can be. 🩵 🏡 What kind of home does Beans need? Chavvo needs a family who understands that love is only the beginning. He will also need time, training, structure, and a commitment to helping him grow into a confident, well-mannered companion. His ideal home would offer: • A patient family who understands that he is learning many everyday skills for the first time. • Plenty of exercise and enrichment, including walks, playtime, sniffing opportunities, and adventures. • Positive, consistent training to help him develop good manners and learn how to settle. • A friendly canine companion, if possible, who could help him learn and enjoy appropriate dog-to-dog interaction. • Lots of human companionship. After spending so much of his life alone, Chavvo deserves to be included in family life and given opportunities to build healthy bonds. • A lifelong grooming commitment. His coat will need regular brushing and professional grooming to prevent painful matting from returning. • Chavvo may be a possible Bichon Frise/Poodle mix, and his coat may have lower-shedding characteristics. However, no breed or coat type is truly guaranteed to be hypoallergenic, it’s only an estimate. At just 12 pounds, he's a little guy with a whole lot of personality. He may be small, but his excitement for life is absolutely enormous! 🌎 Just imagine the life he could have... Imagine Chavvo discovering the beach for the first time. Imagine him running through the grass, playing with a doggy friend, learning new tricks, and going on little adventures with his people. Imagine him having a soft bed, toys of his own, regular meals, a comfortable home, and a family who never forgets his name. Imagine him being groomed regularly, receiving veterinary care whenever he needs it, and growing up knowing that he is safe. These are such ordinary things for many dogs. But for Chavvo, they are opportunities he has barely had. He has already shown us something truly special: despite a life that gave him very little reason to trust the world, he is excited to embrace it. He wants to meet people. He wants to make friends. He wants to play, explore, and be part of something. He just needs someone to show him the way. 🩵 Can you give Chavvo the life he has never had? Chavvo's past cannot be changed. We can't give him back the puppyhood he missed or erase the neglect he endured. But we can help give him a future filled with kindness, security, adventure, and love. He deserves a family who sees beyond his current haircut and his still-developing manners. A family who sees a bright, happy, affectionate young dog with so much potential. Someone who will laugh at his silly antics, patiently teach him the ropes, take him places he's never been, and help him discover all the wonderful things the world has to offer. Someone who understands that the most rewarding dogs aren't always the ones who arrive knowing everything. Sometimes, they're the ones who blossom because someone finally gives them the chance. Chavvo has spent his first months surviving. Now it's time for him to start living. 🐾🩵 Could you be the person who gives Beans his happily ever after? Please help us find this handsome little boy the loving, patient, forever home he's been waiting for. His whole world is just beginning, and we cannot wait to see how beautifully he blossoms. ❤️ PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BELOW IF INTERESTED IN ADOPTING: The next step to adopt is to fill out an application on our website at: www.pawsitive-Impact-animal-rescue.org Charro is neutered, heart worm negative, current on age-appropriate vaccinations, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention, microchipped, current on de-wormer, and has received a clean bill of health from a veterinarian already. This animal is currently located in Texas, but we do NOT adopt animals in Texas due to the hundreds of animals being euthanized here daily. We have mainly adopted only in the Northeast but are expanding to include Midwest and PNW starting in September of 2026 The adoption fee listed ($795) INCLUDES transport from Texas to one or around one of the locations below. Transport goes to or around the following locations every 1, 2 or 3 weeks: Albany, NY - Port Chester, NY area - Anemia, NY Wells, VT and Brattleboro, VT Nashua, NH Willington, CT - Stamford, CT - Dayville, CT Toledo, OH – Cincinnati, OH – Grove City, OH Grove City, PA - Bloomsburg, PA - Washington, PA Ridgefield, NJ - Bordentown, NJ - Egg Harbor City, NJ Elkton, MD – White Marsh, MD Falls Church, VA and Glenn Allen, VA Adding new Stops to the PNW: Boise, ID Portland, OR Tumwater, WA – Bothell, WA – Bellingham, WA Missoula, MT – Laurel, MT We have happily adopted hundreds of animals this way (long distance), and we do our best to make sure the animal you are applying for is the best fit for your home. With an approved application, we do put you in touch with the Texas foster who has the doggy for you to make sure they are the perfect fit.