Papillon puppies and dogs in Kentucky

Hi! Hi! Hi! I'm Mac; you can call me Big Mac or Mighty Mac! I'm five years old, in great health, and have boundless energy. I lovvvveeee treats and learning new tricks. Sitting still isn't really my vibe until after some fun activities or a nice little trot walk. Because of my Napoleon complex, I may bark at you the first time I meet you. Just ignore me, pretend I'm not there, drop a treat trail, walk away, and I'll be by your side in a jiffy! I learn new skills quickly, and I have circus and agility dog aptitude if you're in the market to further my training, please. I just love running back and forth and over and under things to get a treat! See my video clips if you don't believe me. Lap dog? Maybe for a few minutes, but then I have places to explore. I'm not an all day couch potato is what I'm saying. After a nice walk adventure or training session, I'm more likely to comply with your need for cuddles. Walks? Absolutely! Let's gooooo! Car rides? Love them! You likely wonder about my bathroom behavior...humans always want to know such information. I am trained to go potty outside. If you feel you must put me in a crate, I will tolerate one. However, if you are home, I will vocalize my readiness to be released tout de suite. That's French for, "Get me out of here immediately if not sooner, Human!" Expens? Yes, I can jump out of the three foot tall ones. What's even better is that I jump back inside when I'm ready. Cats? If they ignore me; I ignore them. Dogs? Get in my face; I will snap back. Although, show me the respect an emperor deserves, and we'll get along just fine. Honestly, I'd like to be the only dog, but you can bring your canine to meet me if you think it can respect my space. I'm looking for a home with humans who want to continue teaching me new commands and/or tricks. I love to be engaged and busy, but I'll settle down next to you on the couch as well. I'm a loyal companion and I can accept new people into my life. Giving me a few minutes and lavishing treats upon me really helps the process. Loud households with small, messy children are a hard pass. An active, kind teenager would be fine, especially if he/she wants to train me to be the next AGT dog star! I'm gregarious and loving once I know you're my person. Hope to meet you soon!

Meet Jasper - The Adorable Little Life of the Party Jasper is a charming 5-year-old Papillon/Shih Tzu mix with a big personality packed into one adorable little body. He is fun, outgoing, and absolutely loves being in the middle of the action. This sweet little guy loves to play and thrives on interaction, whether that's joining in with other dogs or soaking up attention from his people. Jasper gets along wonderfully with other dogs and brings joyful energy wherever he goes. With his playful spirit and lovable personality, Jasper is truly the life of the party and will make a wonderful companion for a lucky family. Medical Note: Jasper has a grade 4 heart murmur. Despite this, he remains happy, social, and full of life. View video HERE **Additional fees apply for out-of-state adoptions. View HERE.** ---**WE DO NOT RESPOND TO INQUIRIES OR APPLICATIONS MADE ON ADOPT-A-PET. YOU MUST APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE - LINK BELOW**READ ABOUT OUR ADOPTION FEES: https://davincisdream.org/adoption-fees/APPLY HERE (DOG): https://davincisdream.org/dog-adoption/---PLEASE REVIEW ALL OF THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE CONTACTING US---All our dogs are microchipped, heartworm negative, and fully vaccinated. They also receive regular heartworm medication, flea and tick treatment, and deworming medication. Adopt with confidence, knowing your new companion is ready for a loving home!**I'M INTERESTED IN THIS DOG/CAT, WHAT DO I DO NEXT?**We're excited that you've found a dog or cat you're interested in! To help streamline the adoption process and ensure we have the necessary information about potential adopters, please follow these steps:1. Understand the Difference: Submitting an inquiry or application on Adopt-A-Pet is not the same as applying for the dog or cat. Inquiries provide us with minimal information about the potential adopter, making it challenging for us to evaluate suitability.2. Submit an Application: We kindly ask that you submit an adoption application on our website to be considered for adoption. Please choose the appropriate application link below based on whether you are interested in adopting a dog or cat:~ Apply here (DOG): https://davincisdream.org/dog-adoption/~ Apply here (CAT): https://davincisdream.org/cat-adoption/3. Be Patient: Keep in mind that we are a volunteer-based organization, and we receive a high number of inquiries and applications. Due to these constraints, we may not be able to respond to every inquiry individually. However, submitting an application provides us with the necessary information to consider you as a potential adopter.**TRANSPORTS**We are based in Columbia, KY, and extend our services to other locations through our transport program. To ensure the safe and responsible transport of our animals, we currently only transport to these destinations: Greenwood, IN, Wilmington, OH, Washington, PA, and Lake City, FL.To be eligible for transport, dogs/cats must meet specific criteria:1. Approved Application: You will need to submit an adoption application for the animal and receive approval. Please also note that clicking the "I'm Interested" button on PetFinder is not an application. To start the adoption process, you need to fill out an application on our website.2. Deposit Paid: A deposit must be paid as part of the adoption process.3. Transport Contract Signed: The potential adopter must sign a transport contract, indicating their commitment to meet the dog on the designated date.The "Transport" label next to each animal's name signifies that this animal is available for transport, but please remember that this transport service is exclusively for dogs that meet the above criteria. This ensures the safety and well-being of the animals throughout the journey.For more information about our transport process, please visit our website here: https://davincisdream.org/transport/READ ABOUT OUR ADOPTION FEES: https://davincisdream.org/adoption-fees/**ADOPTION FEES**To view the adoption fees for our animals, please go to the "Dogs" or "Cats" tab and select "Available Dogs" or "Available Cats." Then, click on the profile of the animal you are interested in. The adoption fee for each animal is listed on their individual profile page.Please note that the adoption fees listed on our website are for in-state adoptions within Kentucky. Out-of-state adoptions will incur additional fees, which must be paid upfront as deposits.Additionally, the adoption fee listed on Petfinder includes the total fee, including transport. You may notice a lower fee on our website when viewing the animal's profile; this fee is for in-state adoptions only.For more information about our adoption fees, please visit: davincisdream.org/adoption-fees/.**FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS) FOR OUR DOG LISTINGS**Before reaching out to us, please take a moment to review these frequently asked questions. We strive to provide you with all the information you need right here. Please understand that due to the high volume of inquiries, we may not be able to respond to questions covered in this FAQ section.1. Are your dogs potty trained?Unless the dog's bio specifically states that they are potty trained, you can assume they are not. Many of our rescue dogs come from challenging circumstances and may not have been exposed to housetraining. Housetraining is typically the responsibility of the adopter.2. Do you transport to other locations?Currently, we transport to Wilmington, Ohio, Greenwood, Indiana, Washington, PA, and Lake City, FL.3. Is this cat/dog still available?If the cat or dog is listed on Adopt-A-Pet and does not have an "adoption pending" tag on the website, we are still accepting applications. However, please be aware that we often receive multiple applications for each animal.4. How long does it take to hear back about my application?It can take up to 10 days to receive a response from us. If you do not hear back within this timeframe, please understand that we may have chosen not to move forward with your application. We are a volunteer-based organization and, while we read every application, we may not be able to respond to each one individually.Thank you for your interest in adopting one of our fur babies and for taking the time to review these FAQs. Your support and understanding of our processes are greatly appreciated as we work tirelessly to find loving homes for our rescue animals.