Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
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 Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, October 24th from 12PM – 3PM (unless adopted prior to the event). 3910 Middlefield Road All DPS Rescue dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, flea/tick treated, and microchipped prior to adoption. Adoption fee: $650 Rotisserie: Brindle Charm, Belly Rubs, and a Playful Plot Twist 1 year old | 18 lbs | Pug mix Rotisserie has a very important daily agenda: collect belly rubs, follow her favorite person, squeeze in a little mischief, and determine whether it is time for another nap. She takes all four responsibilities seriously. With her striking brindle coat, expressive eyes, and occasional sleepy tongue peeking out, this 18 lb Pug mix is quite the little dish. But her sweetest feature is how openly she loves people. Approach her kindly, and she may lie down, wag her tail, and invite you to rub her belly. Strangers on walks? Potential friends. People at the mall? More potential friends. Apparently, the world is full of people who have not yet had the pleasure of scratching her ears. A Little Mischief, With Belly Rubs on the Side During her first few days in foster care, Rotisserie mostly slept. Now that she has settled in, a wonderfully playful personality is emerging—and this girl has a signature move. She loves trying to sneak things past her people, but the moment she gets caught, she happily surrenders for belly rubs. When she is especially excited, she will roll over two or three times and invite you to chase her, only to flop onto her back when you catch up. Her version of a high-stakes getaway ends with someone rubbing her tummy. Everybody wins. Her foster describes her as a darling companion: mild, sweet, rarely barky, and full of little moments that make you smile. Your Faithful Kitchen Assistant—and Everything Else Assistant Rotisserie loves being close to her person and follows her foster from room to room. Working? Gardening? Heading down the hall? She would like to come along. She enjoys looking into your eyes while you pet her, as though she is taking your friendship very seriously, and is happiest sharing the ordinary details of your day. She still appreciates a comfortable place to snooze, but her people are clearly her favorite part of the household. A Very Flexible Menu Rotisserie wakes up when her foster does—no strict alarm-clock policy here. She heads outside for a potty opportunity, although she sometimes needs a little time before getting down to business. Breakfast arrives around 7:30 a.m., with a little yogurt or cottage cheese topping in her current foster home. Backyard exploration, some play, and a morning nap follow. A walk around 9 a.m. is welcome, and she is also happy resting near her foster. Lunch is around 1:30 p.m. Throughout the day, she enjoys backyard visits, sunny snoozes, and increasingly enthusiastic invitations to play. An evening neighborhood walk comes before her 7:30 p.m. dinner. By about 9 p.m., she is generally ready to wind down, with one last potty trip before bed. Initially, Rotisserie insisted on sleeping in her foster’s bed. She has since become comfortable in her own bed beside it, keeping her favorite people within easy reach. Walks Are Lovely. Car Rides? Even Better. Rotisserie walks nicely on leash and does not pull. In unfamiliar surroundings, she may pause to take things in before continuing. She has calmly passed other dogs, including dogs who were barking or reacting toward her. She also loves car rides. Once settled in her seat, she may fall asleep and enjoy the trip so much that she is reluctant to get out when everyone returns home. Apparently, “we’re home” is a suggestion she would sometimes like to decline. While at the shelter, she shared a room with several other dogs and coexisted well with them. At the DPS Safehouse, she met our resident dog-savvy cat and was very polite. She does bark at cats on walks, so a home with cats would require careful, gradual introductions. House Manners and Learning to Fly Solo Rotisserie has had no potty accidents in her foster home. She scratches at the backyard door to ask to go outside, although sometimes she is simply requesting another lounging session. She is generally quiet and gentle around the house, and her foster does not describe her as destructive in everyday life. Earlier occasional chewing responded well to verbal redirection. Being left alone in a crate is an area where she will need support. During one 15-minute absence, she tore up a towel in her crate. Her new family should plan on helping her build comfort with alone time through short, gradual practice and a thoughtfully chosen setup. She is still learning that time apart can be comfortable, too. Her Ideal Table Includes You Rotisserie could suit a variety of homes with people who enjoy an affectionate companion, gentle walks, car outings, a little playful silliness, and plenty of belly rubs. Her family should welcome a dog who likes to stay close and be ready to help her develop confidence when they step away. Her foster’s favorite thing is her wholehearted trust in people: the way she welcomes attention, looks into your eyes, and turns getting “caught” into an invitation for affection. If your idea of a perfect companion comes with brindle stripes, a playful streak, and an irresistible belly-rub surrender, Rotisserie is ready to roll her way into your heart. October 24, 2026, 11:22 am
