Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Story
Clocking in for her 24 hour Best-Friend shift is Muffin! The name is so fitting because she is soft-hearted and there isn’t a bad time for one, in other words- hard to refuse. My favorite thing about Muffin? Well, it’s an absolute tie between the way her floppy-ears bounce when she so much as picks up the pace and the way she so gently will carry a stuffie in her mouth! Heart swell and burst level cuteness!
Want to see Muffin’s floppy-ears and her gentle stuffie-carry? Here you go!
https://youtu.be/NsFazUkCiWo
Let’s get her “stats” out of the way, keep in mind, we can only estimate age and offer an observation on breed since she is a rescue. Muffin is estimated to be 3 years old, she weighs 54 lbs, and is likely a pittie/staffie mix.
Muffin is so fortunate and is living in a loving foster home while she waits for her forever. She does live with dogs and cats but she hasn’t been fully introduced to everyone yet- they are taking it slow and letting Muffin soak in some solo time. Her foster shared that Muffin is fully house trained and crate trained and sleeps in her kennel quietly through the night. She may whine a bit when first kenneled, you can’t blame a girl for trying, but she settles in just fine and snoozes the night away. She’s also a great car rider, the kind of passenger who makes errands feel like a cute little routine instead of a whole production, though she has been caught sleeping on the job before.
On leash, Muffin is easy to walk, but she can be unsure in brand-new places so she is looking for someone who can help her build confidence with gentle, steady outings, praise, and the kind of pace that says, “No rush, we’ve got time.” She’s not dreaming of a busy city environment, she has country/suburbs energy. Picture a yard, a calm neighborhood, maybe a little pet store within walking distance. A girl can dream. Simply, somewhere she can take her time and feel secure.
When Muffin meets new people she likes to take it slow. She isn’t the dog that is going to run up to new people and make the first move, she is the type that will nudge up to you when you come to her and make a gentle connection. Insider-tip - treats fast track friendship. The sweetest part is how clearly she wants connection once she feels safe. She’ll approach for kisses and happily settle beside you, she is the cutest, quiet little side-kick.
When it comes to other dogs, Muffin does best with slow, thoughtful introductions. She is shy at first, but once greetings are done, she is perfectly comfortably roaming alongside a calm companion. She was introduced to a variety of dogs to get a feel of her “type” and it was easy to see, she is happiest with a calm, aloof dog who isn’t trying to turn every moment into a wrestling match. She would also do great as an only dog since she’s such a couch potato love- bug at heart.
It has already been mentioned but I don’t want it be overlooked so let’s circle back to my two favorite things about Muffin and why. First, Muffin’s ears are the floppiest things on planet Earth. When she runs, they bounce like tiny wings, and it is impossible not to smile. Add to that her love of stuffie toys and the way she carries them so gently in her mouth like she’s delivering precious cargo. The only time she gets a little “rowdy” with a stuffie is in a brief tug-of-war moment, and even then… she will absolutely let you win. (We love a generous queen.)
We introduced Muffin to our house cat and she was curious but polite. Before determining if she is truly feline-friend material, we would like her to experience an extended visit with cats so if you are interested we will set her up for a sleepover with our Kitty-Committee to get a better report on how she does.
Let’s do a quick recap on Muffin’s ideal home. She would love a yard and a calm environment. An only-dog home or a home with a calm, low-key dog friend is best. And, people who believe in the magic of Muffin Time - slow starts, gentle hands, yummy treats and celebrating those sweet, tiny wins that turn into big trust.
If you’re here looking for an absolutely adorable, mellow bestie with 100% bouncy ears, a tender heart, and a love for cute stuffie toys, Muffin is ready and waiting to be your dream girl!
Apply to adopt Muffin today!
Adoption application: https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/691b42ae63f02c64910ab216
Questions? Email: Elizabethbower@threelittlepittiesrescue.org
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The adoption fee is $900 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship!
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