Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
* To be considered for a meet/adoption, please read the full biography to see whether they may be a good fit for your home, then submit an online application at www.dpsrescue.org.* This dog will be at the Pet Food Express Pet Fair - San Jose North on Saturday, September 12th and Sunday, September 13th from 10AM–3PM both days (unless adopted prior to the event). 5148 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose All DPS Rescue dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, flea/tick treated, and microchipped prior to adoption. Adoption fee: $650 Ice Cube: Straight Outta Naptime 8 week old, 5 lb Ice Cube—Cubey to his friends—is a Pug mix who came to DPS Rescue with his Pug mama. Dad’s identity remains a mystery, but whoever he was, he clearly contributed to Cubey’s impressive combination of comedy, confidence, and squishy potato proportions. A Potato with Play-Doh Legs Cubey is absolutely hilarious. He is a chonky little puppy who is still figuring out how all four legs are supposed to work together. When he runs, his journey generally includes several tumbles, slides, and near misses. His depth perception is equally optimistic: Cubey regularly believes he can climb onto a cushion, only to discover midway through the attempt that he may have miscalculated. His favorite game is hide-and-seek with his foster mom. When she hides and calls his name, Cubey comes charging toward her with complete determination—and a spectacular number of slips, slides, and somersaults along the way. Cubey also comes equipped with a special reverse gear. When he finds himself in a predicament or decides he would like to leave a situation, he simply begins backing away, often while carrying a toy in his mouth. The Chairman of Quality Control Cubey resembles a tiny, disgruntled old man who has been placed in charge of customer satisfaction. He has opinions, standards, and absolutely no hesitation about sharing them. If his food is not served quickly enough, his favorite toy is unavailable, or his couch transportation service is running behind schedule, Cubey will lodge a formal complaint. He doesn’t bark constantly; he communicates through an assortment of grumbles, grunts, little barks, and backtalk. His perpetually judgmental expression suggests that he is carefully documenting every infraction. Even when he is being demanding, Cubey is irresistibly funny. He may be only eight weeks old, but he already has the personality of someone who would like to speak with management. Play Hard, Nap Harder Cubey is playful without being wildly energetic. He generally has about 45 minutes of activity in him before his battery runs out. When that happens, he finds a corner, curls up, and goes to sleep—whether or not an actual bed is available. In fact, Cubey seems to prefer the least comfortable sleeping arrangements possible. He can often be found underneath his bed or smooshed dramatically against the side of his pen. His foster family has tried relocating him to softer accommodations, but Cubey promptly returns to his chosen position. He sleeps like a potato with Play-Doh limbs and has the photographs to prove it. Cubey typically wakes around 6:30 a.m. for a potty break and playtime. His days follow a puppy-friendly rhythm of meals, backyard adventures, play sessions, potty breaks, and frequent naps. He eats breakfast around 7:30 a.m., lunch around 1 p.m., and dinner around 7:30 p.m. By approximately 8:45 or 9 p.m., he is usually sound asleep. Waking him for his final potty trip may require kisses, treats, and considerable negotiation. Sometimes he simply curls up on the grass and resumes sleeping. Because Cubey is still so young, he may need one additional potty break around 11 p.m. After that, he sleeps through the night in his crate without making a peep. Independent—but Never Far Away Cubey is a wonderful blend of independent explorer and affectionate companion. He enjoys being near his people, climbing on them, playing with them, and chewing his favorite toys. He is also confident enough to wander away and investigate something interesting before returning to check in. Dogs, Wildlife, and Sling Adventures Cubey lives with 10-pound and 30-pound older dogs. He loves sniffing them, hanging out near them, and repeatedly inviting them to play. His efforts have largely been ignored, though he has received a few appropriate corrections when his puppy play-biting became too enthusiastic. He is learning to respect their boundaries. Because he is too young to explore public spaces on foot, Cubey rides in a sling during walks. He loves observing everything around him and is especially excited to see other dogs. In the backyard, he enjoys watching birds and squirrels. Cubey has not yet lived with children, but his foster family believes his playful, social personality could make him a wonderful family companion with appropriate supervision and guidance. He could be equally happy as an only dog or as part of a pack. Crate and Potty Training Cubey is making excellent progress with crate training. He naps in his crate during the day and sleeps there overnight. Chicken breast is currently his preferred crate-training currency; when he sees the chicken, he knows exactly where to go. He may occasionally whine for five to ten minutes before settling down, but then he falls asleep. When his nap is over, he makes a distinctive mooing sound to announce that he is awake and ready for service. His potty training is also going very well for such a young puppy. He no longer relies on potty pads, can currently hold his bladder for about an hour, and understands the phrase “go potty.” Successful trips are rewarded with a liquid treat from a pouch while he continues trying to understand the concept of solid treats. Cubey is teething and assumes that nearly anything could potentially be a toy, but he is easily redirected to something appropriate to chew. Cubey’s Forever Home Ice Cube is a funny, resilient, affectionate puppy with a wonderfully oversized personality. He would thrive with a family ready to continue his crate training, potty training, socialization, and general puppy education. At only eight weeks old, he still needs frequent potty breaks, plenty of supervision, appropriate chew toys, and patient humans who understand that puppy skills take time to develop. In return, Cubey promises endless entertainment, enthusiastic backtalk, unconventional sleeping positions, surprise reverse maneuvers, and the privilege of being silently judged by one of the cutest little faces around. September 7, 2026, 9:35 pm
