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Lil Beet

Pomeranian Pekingese

Male, 10 yrs 1 mo
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾 Meet Lil Beet the Adventurer! Beethoven (lil Beet) is a sweet, adventurous soul who is ready to find his true forever home. After coming to us as an owner surrender from an animal shelter in Southern Virginia, Beethoven has been coming out of his shell. He went from being wary of people to being affection-seeking, curious, and sweet. He does incredibly well off leash in my yard + on leash walking in bustling shopping centers and is potty trained to go outside. He enjoys pets and boops/licks your hand for more. Initially, he didn't like being carried, but now he doesn't mind (still doesn't like being picked up by strangers). He is an independent dog who prefers to walk instead of being picked up though. He is a low-maintenance dog who sleeps for most of the day—he's just happy to be around his person and/or another small dog friend. He enjoys sleeping under my desk while I work at the computer during the day. Beethoven’s Likes: • Car rides (He LOVES car rides) • Walks + sniffs • Treats • Fluffy blankets • Small dog friends • Being around his person • Classical, Jazz, and Justin Bieber music Beethoven’s Dislikes: • Being carried Ideal Home: Because Beethoven initially found the world a bit scary, he is looking for a patient, loving home who will take him on car rides and outdoor adventures. He does best with people who respect his personal space and give him the freedom to choose what he wants to do—he seems to warm up quite quickly with people who do so. He is an absolute sweetheart. I believe he would do best in a household with another small dog, someone who works at home, or someone who can take him to work because he enjoys being around other small dogs and/or his person! Lil Beet is an incredible dog looking for his forever person to give him the best golden years. He has completed recent bloodwork, vaccines, microchip, and ear infection treatment. His dental is scheduled for July 23. He will be fully vetted before he goes to his forever family! Lil Beet has a possible collapsed trachea and cataracts (both common with older dogs). They don't seem to affect his day-to-day. Out of state adoptions are OK, but adopter has to meet him in northern Virginia. Lil Beet's adoption application is located at the bottom of the page: https://threelittlebears.org/availabledogs-beethoven/ Check out @tlbrescue on Instagram for more content of little Beethoven!
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Jjajang (J)

Spitz (Unknown Type, Medium) Pekingese

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
📌 Important Adoption Information All of our dogs are currently living in private shelters or foster homes in South Korea. Once an adoption is approved, dogs will travel to the United States through legal and approved international transport procedures. Video calls are available prior to adoption, and adopters can communicate with our rescue team in real time through our official organization and app-based messaging channels throughout the process. ●Rescue Story Jjajang was rescued from the euthanasia list at Jeongeup City Shelter. Thanks to timely intervention, he was given a second chance at life and moved into a foster home, where he has been able to decompress and show his true, gentle personality. ●Temperament & Behavior Jjajang is a calm and sensitive dog who prefers a peaceful environment. He does not enjoy overly energetic or pushy dogs, regardless of their size. He may be able to coexist with another dog who has low energy or shows little interest in him, but he may be happiest as the only dog in the home. When he feels bothered, he communicates clearly by giving a soft growl as a “please stop” signal. His compatibility with cats has not yet been tested. With people, Jjajang is initially cautious. Sudden approaches or reaching out to touch him can be scary for him. However, if someone sits calmly nearby, he will often approach on his own and quietly ask for affection with gentle eye contact. ●Walking & Daily Life At first, Jjajang appeared timid on walks, but with consistent leash training, he now walks nicely beside his handler and matches their pace well. If startled, he may briefly crouch, but sitting down and softly calling his name helps him recover quickly. He loves sniffing during walks and is not food-driven outdoors. He navigates stairs well and is not significantly bothered by traffic noise. His shedding level is moderate, around 5 out of 10. He has no food allergies and is not a picky eater. ●Habits & Training Jjajang uses indoor pee pads reliably (100%) and also goes potty outdoors about 50% of the time. He accepts baths and brushing calmly without resistance. He does not have separation anxiety and is comfortable spending time alone. He is not a barker and remains quiet in the home. He rides well in the car and does not appear to experience motion sickness. ●Likes & Personality Jjajang is not particularly interested in toys and prefers quiet time resting on his own rather than high-energy play. He is easily startled by sudden approaches but becomes very affectionate once trust is built. He is currently living in a foster home. 💙 Adoption Fee Information The adoption fee already includes all major expenses, such as: International transportation, Customs and export documentation, Medical care (spay surgery, vaccinations, health certificate, deworming, etc.) For this reason, we kindly ask that you refrain from requesting a breakdown or negotiation of the adoption fee. Your support directly helps us continue rescuing and caring for dogs in need, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding.

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