Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
Name: Grinch
Breed Guess: Bichon Mix
Age: 1 year old
Gender: Neutered Male
Weight: 20 pounds
Shelter Temperament: Shy, but curious
Energy Level: Medium
Children: No
Cats: Good
Dogs: Good (Meet and Greet Required)
Adoption fee: $395
Grinch would do best in a home without kids; he needs a family that can fully understand and respect his boundaries. He takes time to warm up to new people and can be quite apprehensive. He shows this by growling and moving backward; he is great with his verbal cues when he is scared. He did not have the best life before rescue, so he is still learning how to socialize properly . Once he is given the time he needs to warm up to someone new, he becomes a completely different dog. He has so much love to give and will constantly remind you that he is endlessly devoted to you. He loves to cuddle and give kisses; he would be near you 24/7 if he could be. With the right socialization and training, he could become a wonderful dog. He just needs someone willing to give him that time. He insists on sleeping in bed with you at night; he will literally jump hurdles to make that happen. He loves toys, the smaller the better, especially if they're the cat's toys and not his. Grinch is actually quite intelligent as well when he feels safe! He knows how to sit, lie down, dance, and go (to a place). He has pretty great recall at home and fully knows his name and his nicknames (sorry to anyone who wants to change it; at least it fits!). Besides his fear of strangers, Grinch has one other big fear, and that's being outside. The big open world is quite scary for a dog that was locked inside. He is learning little by little that it might not be so awful. That being said, he needs a lot of work when it comes to potty training. He does mostly well on pee pads, though carpets confuse him a bit. Grinch would absolutely love a home with another dog; his foster sister is his favorite thing in the world. Another dog will greatly help his confidence. He can also live with cats! In his foster home, he lives with three different kinds of cats: a big, fat rude one, a fearful one, and a playful one. The rude one is great at telling him to back off, and he accepts it. He honestly feels bad when he messes with the fearful one too much. Finally, he and the playful one will play together from time to time; the kitty will run away if Grinch ever plays too rough. Grinch loves to play; he has quite a bit of puppy energy and will leap and prance all around the house. Grinch would love a home to call his own; he truly is such a joy to be around. He just needs patience! Grinch is a Bichon mix; this does not mean he is hypoallergenic. He does not shed a lot, but he still sheds some. He will need a moderate grooming schedule to maintain his coat well.
The Animal Rescue Project (www.animalrescueproject.org) is committed to the best possible veterinary care for the pets it rescues and it is looking for adopters who will be similarly committed.
Adoptions are NOT first come, first served! We seek to choose the best fit for the approved adopter and pet.
Please understand that these animals are still new to us and their needs and requirements can change at any time as we learn more about them. We will try our best to get them updated online as soon as possible.
All dogs and puppies are given a general check-up when they enter our program. They receive medication to remove any intestinal parasites (worms), fleas, and ticks they may have. Dogs greater than six months of age are checked for heartworm. If heartworm positive, the Animal Rescue Project treats the disease. Dogs and pups receive all age-appropriate vaccinations for distemper, and dogs greater than four months of age are also vaccinated for rabies, in compliance with State of Michigan laws. All dogs are also microchipped.
Most dogs and older puppies are spayed or neutered before adoption. In the case of puppies not old enough to be safely sterilized, a $50 deposit is required at the time of adoption and is refunded to the adopter with proof of sterilization.
The Animal Rescue Project requires every adopter to establish an active relationship with a veterinarian no later than 10 days after adoption. Adopters will receive a plan for routine veterinary care at the time of adoption and are expected to work with their vet to complete the plan.
