My name is Dewey!

Hi, I’m Dewey, a 4-month-old Shih Tzu and Havanese mix, weighing in at a mighty 6 pounds of pure cuteness! I’m a little shy at first—especially around new people—but with a little time, I warm up and show off my playful, silly side. My foster family calls me “Turkey” because I’m always up to something, like stealing socks and shoes or making funny noises when I’m excited.

I’m in my chewing stage, so I LOVE puppy-safe bones and chew toys, plus anything I can get my tiny teeth on. I’m very food-motivated (I act like I’ve never been fed!), which makes training easy and fun. My potty training is going great as long as I’m on a schedule, and I’m getting better at crate time, even though I might bark a little if there’s too much noise around me.

I’m working on building up my confidence, especially around men and loud noises, so a patient family would be perfect for me. I need to note, that I will need any men in my life to have extra patience with me so I can learn to trust them. I also need a fenced yard since I’m not leash-trained yet, and new things can feel a little overwhelming for me. I do well with other dogs who help me feel more secure, but I’d be just fine as the only pup, too.

If you’re looking for a playful, smart, food-loving little buddy who will curl up on any pillow you put down, I’m your guy! I’m ready to be your loyal (and slightly mischievous) companion.

*I’m a growing puppy and I have not yet had a lot of experience with crates, kids or cats and I might bark if something alarms me, but I really love to learn and hoping for a family who will take me to a basic obedience class to continue to help me build confidence and dog skills. Ideally my forever home would need to be home during the day to help me with my potty training and not leave me for breaks longer than 3 - 4 hours. If you are looking for a best friend, please fill out the puppy application. The more info you include on the application the better so I can find a good match for my forever home. Get your toy box ready!

**Obedience classes are required when adopting this puppy from Underdog Rescue. Many of our puppies have a mama who was not properly socialized before coming to Underdog Rescue. Since coming to Underdog, this puppy has been in a socialized and loving home, but that needs to be continued with its Adopters. Training classes teach puppies the ins and outs of being a pet while creating a bond with their new Adopter. Obedience classes are key to creating a relationship with your puppy while having it be a happy and successful member of society. Proof of Obedience Class registration is required for this puppy before adoptions can be finalized. If you would like some suggestions, we would be happy to send some trainers who have experience with Underdog Rescue, but a Basic Obedience class in your area should work!

Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home. 

T his puppy requires an application fee. This fee must be paid within 24 hours or your application will be considered void.  We will not review or contact applicants that have not completed the payment portion.  

Puppy Applications will be responded to within 5 business days, after receipt of the application fee.  Please understand that paying the fee does not guarantee you will be approved to adopt the puppy. Our goal is place puppies in homes that are suited for their individual needs. You may be willing and able to provide a great home, but if it doesn’t meet the specific needs of the puppy, we will not approve your application.

We accept applications for puppies until we have a candidate that meets all of the requirements needed for the specific puppy and they have been contacted to review the adoption process as well as agree to all of the terms to move forward.

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