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Posted over 14 years ago
| Updated over 8 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Bichon Frise/Maltese
Color
White
Age
Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Tyler is a cute, sweet and very friendly 7-yr-old maltese/bichon mix. He is white with light apricot on his back, and weighs 11 lbs. Tyler frequently stands on his hind legs in an effort to get closer to you, and he always has a smile on his face!
Tyler loves the attention of all humans, young and old. He thinks everyone wants to be his friend. If we are on a walk and he sees people across the street, he stops to see if they are going to come over to meet him. Likewise, if he hears a garage door opening, he wants to wait to see what potential new friend is coming out to see him. He is good with children, but does jump up on people. He might startle a small child, but he is quite gentle and then gives them kisses.
He gets along well with other dogs, and loves to play. He's so congenial he has been used as the assessment dog when introducing new dogs to doggie day care or the kennel. Tyler would probably tolerate a cat, but currently he joins in the barking in response to another dog who does not like cats.
He loves to go on walks and is very good on a leash. He is also a great passenger in the car. He lies down on the back seat and gets comfortable. Sometimes he will get up to look out the window, but never barks at animals or people as we drive by. He loves an adventure and will take off when the opportunity presents itself (e.g., when the front door is opened), so you'll need to be careful because if he gets out, he will take off. But Tyler's favorite thing is being with his human, and he is most happy when getting all the attention. He'll jump into your lap as soon as you sit down and, after a few kisses, he will curl up and go to sleep. If any of the other dogs are getting attention, Tyler comes running to get his share.
Tyler is trained to use a doggie door. He sleeps in his crate at night, but does not go in willingly -- he would much rather sleep with you on the big bed! Tyler is afraid of fireworks and the vacuum cleaner. He doesn't have a favorite toy, but likes soft stuffed toys and other softer chew toys.
Tyler is good with his doggie roommates, but would also be happy as the only dog since he loves getting all the attention, but he needs to live with an individual or family where someone is home most of the time. Like all bichons, Tyler would not be happy being left home alone for long periods of time. He loves playing with other dogs so he should be given the opportunity to do that (i.e., doggie day care on occasion, playing with neighbor dogs, or visiting the dog park).
All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, vet checked, current on vaccinations, microchipped, groomed, de-wormed, de-flea'd, and come with a collar, leash, ID tag, and puppy kisses from the lucky dog you take home!
If you are interested in meeting and possibly adopting Tyler, the first step is to submit an adoption application. Please go to our website www.k9bestfriendsforever.com and click on ADOPT which will take you to our online application form.
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