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My name is Kerfuffle!

Posted over 3 weeks ago | Updated 2 days ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Approve Application

4

Pay Fee

5

Meet the Pet

6

Pay Fee

My basic info

Breed
Maltese/Westie, West Highland White Terrier
Color
Age
Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
20939746

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

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.



Adoption Fee: $700

 

Kerfuffle is a 2 year old Maltese-Westie mix who is ready to get lost in the shuffle of love his forever home has for him! Kerfuffle was rescued from the shelter (full story below) where we just couldn’t leave him behind. Kerfuffle is 11 pounds of adorableness and love. Even though we don’t know the start of his story, we know the chapters ahead will be filled with love and happiness. Kerfuffle has a light shedding coat. He will likely require some grooming but could be an option for those with less severe allergies. Don’t let your application get lost in the scuffle, hurry on down and apply for Kerfuffle. 

 

  

Kerfuffle was rescued from the shelter where he was huddled in the back of his kennel looking like a gray lump of hair. It wasn’t until we got him back to our rescue and gave him a bath that we realized he was in fact cotton ball white! Our amazing volunteers spent hours brushing his hair and getting all the tangles out of his coat. As we washed the dirt off, his personality started to come out. By the time he was drying off, he was running from person to person with a wagging tail and a song in his heart. We discovered he is a total love bug who just needed someone to give him a chance to shine. This is why we rescue folks. 

Kerfuffle is a loyal and loving little dude who just wants to find his people and make them fall in love. He bonds super quickly and was already following around our volunteers within an hour of meeting them. He is the perfect size for scooping up and snuggling, and with his adorable puppy dog eyes it’s hard to resist giving him anything he wants. He’s still figuring out the whole “dog” thing but we think he will be playing with toys and zooming around the house confidently in no time. Kerfuffle also loves a good cuddle session and will sit by your side happily for hours as you work or watch TV with him. Just give him your love and he’s set. 

Kerfuffle wakes up around 7 AM and goes out into the yard for potty. He comes inside for breakfast and then settles in for a nap as his foster people get their day started. He tends to graze at his food during the day and loves making snack time an adventure. Kerfuffle rotates between napping, checking out the house, and seeking out cuddles for most of the day. He’s a fabulous WFH companion. At around 5 PM, Kerfuffle heads out on his evening stroll before returning home for dinner. In the evening, he gets all the cuddles and snuggles from his people. After one last potty trip, he heads to bed. 

Kerfuffle gets along fabulously with other dogs. He would be an option for a home with or without other dogs. He walks very well on a leash and would love to explore the world with you. He has done well at meeting new people as long as you give him the “ok”! Kerfuffle promises to make your life one for the history books if you bring him home. What are you waiting for! 

 

Kids in the home should be over the age of 6.

October 30, 2024, 8:30 pm
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
20939746
Contact
Phone
Address
Palo Alto, CA 94306

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

Please read the biography on the dog first and if the dog sounds like a match, pls fill out an application on our website.

2.

Interview

We review applications and we choose the application(s) that appear to be the best match and we do a phone interview.

3.

Approve Application

If the Interview Team agrees it is a match, then we approve the home.

4.

Pay Fee

In order to make an appointment to meet the dog you are interested in, we require a $50 deposit that goes towards your adoption fee.

5.

Meet the Pet

Once the deposit is paid we then set up the home to meet the dog.

6.

Pay Fee

Pay the Fee and take the dog home!

Additional adoption info

Doggie Protective Services is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) animal rescue organization. Our rescued dogs and cats live in foster homes until we can find them appropriate, responsible, loving homes. We carefully screen potential adoptors through an application and interview process. We are a community-based group and invite you to check out our website at www.dpsrescue.com or our very active Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/DPSRescue and keep in touch with real-time adoptions at www.twitter.com/dpsrescue

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More about this rescue

We are passionate folks who love dogs and love people! We strive to make the most appropriate match between human and canine. Because our dogs live in foster homes we know about their temperament and personality and therefore can help families and individuals decide if the dog is a good match or not. We are excited to help people find the right pooch for them and look forward to meeting great folks and welcoming them into the DPS Family.

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