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.This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, February 21st from 12-3pm unless adopted prior to the event. To be considered for adoption, please submit an application in advance at https://www.dpsrescue.com/adopt/dog-application/. Adoption Fee: $700This is Cricket, and yes, the name fits. She is small, fast, loud when excited, and powered by what can only be described as unlimited puppy batteries. Cricket is a 9 to 10 week old Toy Fox Terrier Chihuahua mix who weighs just 4 pounds and came to us from the shelter. Four pounds. That is it. She is tiny, portable, and deceptively athletic. Blink and she is gone. Look down and she is suddenly at your feet. Look up and she is somehow on furniture she absolutely should not be able to reach. Cricket may be pocket sized, but she operates like she is training for the Puppy Olympics. Now for the good stuff, which is basically everything. Cricket is joyful chaos in the best possible way. She wakes up ready to seize the day and does not let up until bedtime around 9:30 p.m. She is confident, fearless, hilarious, and wildly affectionate. She is a Velcro puppy who will follow you everywhere, unless she is busy playing, chewing, plotting her next great adventure, or sneaking off for a power nap. She loves people, loves dogs, loves toys, and loves life like every day is the greatest thing that has ever happened. Cricket’s daily routine starts around 7:00 a.m. when she wakes up ready to party. She eats breakfast, lunch around noon, and dinner around 7:00 p.m. Cricket has strong opinions about food presentation. She does not eat kibble from a bowl, but will happily eat it if it is placed on the floor. We are slowly transitioning her to wet canned food mixed with boiled chicken and rice, and she is adjusting well with the goal of switching fully to canned food. Between meals, her day consists of playing hard, wrestling with dogs, chewing toys, hiding chews in secret locations, napping when she feels like it, and then immediately waking up ready to go again. Cricket lives with two older dogs, Jackie and Jasper. Jackie has fully embraced her role as Cricket’s mentor and wrestling partner. They tumble, play rough, and wrestle like professionals, and Cricket keeps up with complete confidence. Watching them together is endlessly entertaining. Cricket wants to play with every dog she meets. If a dog does not respond, she gives it a few tries and then politely moves on, as seen with Jasper. She is playful without being pushy and confident without being obnoxious, which is honestly impressive for someone this young. Cricket has not gone on formal walks yet, but she does bark playfully at one of the older dogs when trying to initiate play. If there is no response, she walks away and finds something else to do. She is doing very well with pee pads and reliably finds one when she needs to go. She potties as soon as she wakes up and again before bedtime. At night, she sleeps comfortably in her crate. Like most puppies, Cricket will chew when bored, which is why toys are always within reach. If she runs out of appropriate options, she may attempt to sample something else, but redirection works well. She is not a digger, rarely barks at visitors, and greets guests with kisses because obviously they are new best friends. She may bark briefly to get attention, but otherwise she is focused on fun. The ideal home for Cricket would be an active household with kids or adults who enjoy engagement, play, and laughter. Another playful dog would be a huge bonus, as she thrives with canine companions who can keep up with her energy and enthusiasm. And just in case you think her size limits her abilities, here is a fun fact. Cricket has successfully climbed a two and a half foot cage and escaped. Twice. There is no photo evidence because she is both fast and sneaky, so you will just have to trust us. Tiny body. Big dreams. Elite escape artist. Cricket is truly special. She is smart, joyful, confident, and lives every single day like it is the best day of her life. She lights up the house the moment she wakes up and keeps it buzzing with happiness until bedtime. If you are ready for a tiny dog with a huge personality and nonstop entertainment value, Cricket is ready to bounce straight into your heart. February 12, 2026, 1:22 am
