Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Yeti looks like he wandered out of a tiny mountain village, got mistaken for a dog, and simply decided not to correct anyone. Covered in fluffy white fur and carrying himself with the calm confidence of someone who has absolutely nothing to prove, this little gentleman has mastered the art of being easy company.
Estimated to be around 4 years old, weighing a perfectly portable 12 pounds, and looking very much like a Yorkie/ Wirehaired Terrier/ Chihuahua mix but Yeti is a rescue, so breed and age are simply our best guess. What we know for certain is that he is a wonderfully balanced, low-energy little guy who takes life exactly as it comes and seems perfectly content wherever he happens to be.
Go watch Yeti the Mini Mountain Sheep on YouTube, then come right back to read more about this delightfully fluffy little fellow.
https://youtu.be/wPwoj5Ne8uY
Yeti is currently thriving in a loving foster home where he lives peacefully alongside other dogs. While he's happy to greet new canine friends and comfortably share space with them, he's not particularly interested in turning every doggie-pal into a play session. His approach to socializing is refreshingly mature. Say hello, exchange pleasantries, then carry on with the day.
That same easygoing attitude extends to just about everything else. Yeti confidently greets new people, enjoys attention from everyone he meets, and happily wanders through life without much concern for what is happening around him. He was relaxed meeting men, comfortable being handled, and showed excellent social skills no matter the meeting or scenario.
On leash, Yeti is an absolute dream. He walks with lovely manners, naturally staying close to his person which makes neighborhood strolls more like a relaxing companion walk than a training exercise.
His low energy level and calm nature make him an excellent candidate for apartment living. He is easy-going passing other dogs on leash, not overly vocal, and generally seems content to take the world in stride. Busy environments, new people, other dogs, and changing surroundings all earned a collective shrug from this fluffy little zen dream.
Yeti also showed wonderful manners around food, allowing handling while eating and patiently waiting his turn when treats were being shared among multiple dogs. He displayed excellent impulse control and proved himself to be both respectful and easy to manage.
When introduced to Biggie our house cat, Yeti showed some curiosity but remained calm and respectful. He would likely do best with a dog-savvy cat or a calm feline companion.
Perhaps the best thing about Yeti is how uncomplicated he is. He doesn't arrive with a long list of demands. He isn't looking for constant entertainment. He's simply a sweet, confident, fluffy little companion who enjoys company, appreciates affection, and seems genuinely happy to be part of whatever life has planned for the day, especially if that includes snacks and snuggles.
If you've been searching for a tiny dog with the heart of a gentle mountain sheep and the temperament of an old soul, Yeti is exactly the companion you've been hoping to find!
Ready to welcome Yeti home? Apply here- https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/6a26f082299b4bd51f0981cb
Questions? Email Kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org
