Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped. * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.Adoption fee: $650 Meet Linus! 12-14 weeks old * Chug * 10 lbs Linus is a clever, athletic puppy with a playful spirit and a heart full of love. He's affectionate, soft-coated, and adores other dogs. Whether he's tearing around the yard or settling into your lap for an afternoon of work-from-home companionship, this little guy knows how to make every moment count! Daily routine This boy starts his day bright and early, usually between 6-7am, when his humans rise. Breakfast follows around 6:30–7:00am, lunch between 1:00–2:30pm, and dinner around 6–7pm. By 8–9pm, he's settling in for the night—currently on the couch next to his humans as he adjusts to life as a solo pup. He eats puppy kibble, enjoys dog treats, and gets the occasional bully stick. Since he's not fully vaccinated yet, he's not going on walks, but he gets plenty of playtime at home and in the yard—which he absolutely loves. When no one is home, he stays in his x-pen. On three weekdays, that's typically from about 7:45am until early afternoon. He'll voice his opinion at first about being left alone, but settles down for naps. When the family is home, Linus rotates between supervised time roaming the house and joyful zoomies in the yard. He's the best companion for work-from-home days, checking in on you throughout the day and happily hanging out in the kitchen while you do housework. If you're at the computer, he'd love nothing more than an invitation to curl up in your lap—where he'll stay as long as you let him, perfectly content to nap while you work. He's an official lap dog for life! Personality & play Linus is a playful, puppy with lots of enthusiasm for life. He loves tug-of-war, running with kids, and racing around the yard—especially through leaf piles. If he finds a leaf or stick, it instantly becomes his favorite treasure. He adores people of all ages, including kids (9–14), greeting everyone with excitement, kisses, and requests to be picked up. He's affectionate, enjoys laps and being held, and is especially cuddly when he's winding down. This sweet boy loves belly rubs and has transformed into a total cuddle bug, now taking naps all over the house as long as he's close to his humans. His treat time personality is absolutely hilarious. The moment he hears the crinkling bag, he becomes a comedy show—frantically alternating between jumping with excitement and sitting down to wait for the command, as if two voices in his head are battling it out ('sit!' 'jump!' 'sit!' 'jump!'). But once you actually say 'sit,' he locks it in and resists the urge to bounce. Training & habits He's learning to potty outside and uses pads well for poop, though he still has occasional pee accidents elsewhere in the house. He does well with 'come' and 'sit' commands. As a puppy, he does nip and chew, especially when excited or teething, but he's easily redirected to toys and is learning quickly. With other dogs Linus was a wonderful companion to his foster brother Blaze. They played beautifully together and shared sweet daily moments—like walking to the x-pen together at bedtime and putting themselves to bed! When Blaze wasn't feeling well one day, Linus showed his gentle side, licking his friend's face instead of playing. But he's also proven he can thrive as an only dog, enjoying both attention from his humans and independent time exploring the yard or napping nearby. Why you'll love him Linus is emotionally tuned in, always checking on his people. He's funny, loving, endlessly entertaining, and can be both an enthusiastic playmate and a peaceful lap companion. He's independent enough to entertain himself but devoted enough to always want to be near you—the kind of puppy who leaves paw prints on your heart and who will happily end every day with one last cuddle before bed.February 18, 2026, 10:57 am
