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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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ADOPT ME ONLINE: https://ophrescue.org/dogs/14130Meet Tate, a sweet boy full of puppy energy, eager to show his new family that he is ready to learn about the world. Name: TateGender: MaleBreed: MixedAge: 9 weeks old (est. date of birth 11/14/24)Weight: 7.5 lbsExpected adult weight: 20-25 poundsCurrent Location: Strasburg, VAPERSONALITYTate is a friendly, playful little boy who will seek out his humans for affection. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONSThis wee guy needs the right supervision to keep him on the right path while he grows.Tate is too young to be neutered, and his future family will need to arrange for this at the appropriate time. Because this pup is so young, he is recently out of quarantine and since he has only had two of the required three distemper shots, he cannot go outside of the foster’s fenced yard so he has not yet begun leash training. This little guy is too young to hold his bladder for more than four hours so he can’t yet begin crate training. He is, however, doing a good job going potty outside in the yard and using the pee pads when he’s insideCOMPANIONSHIPTate is full of puppy energy. He loves playing and napping in equal measure, loves humans and craves their company, whether hanging around his people indoors, or exploring the outdoors. This friendly little guy enjoys following his humans around in the yard when they're exploring outdoors. TRAINING AND LEARNINGEvery day Tate learns new things about the world and about how to have good puppy manners. Potty training is going well and he is doing a good job using the pee pads. He likes sleeping on his elevated Kuranda bed. He does a good job sitting for attention but he still needs to be encouraged to keep sitting or he will soon pop up, unable to contain his exuberanceTRAITS AND IDEAL HOMETate’s ideal home is one with a patient family ready to help him learn to be his best self. He would thrive in a home where he will be lovingly rewarded for learning commands, how to politely walk on a leash, stay quietly in his crate, greet people with good manners and all sorts of other important doggy skills. As he learns, he will reward his family with sweetness and loyalty.LOVE AND AFFECTIONTate loves affection. His foster mom reports that he will trot on over to his favorite people, seeking affection and a lap to snuggle in. Tate loves to be held, give kisses and sit in any available warm lap. In his kennel, he entertains him/herself while also entertaining anyone watching, as he engages in adorable play with tug toys, stuffed toys and Nylabones. If you’re searching for a pint-size pup who will be a super sweet and loyal companion, this may be your guy.PLEASE NOTEBecause this puppy is so young, it has only received 2 of the required 3 puppy distemper vaccines. This is very IMPORTANT because it means that the immune system will not be fully functioning until about 16 weeks of age. Until then, the puppy MUST stay out of public places where it could be exposed to the germs of other dogs. These no puppy zones include all pet stores, dog parks, and for apartment dwellers, areas used by other dogs. These requirements are strictly for the puppy’s medical safety and longevity.Included Veterinary Care:Visit to Veterinarian: Health certificate includedVaccinations: Up to date for her ageMicrochippedHeartworm PreventativeFlea and Tick PreventativeWorm/Parasite TreatmentsThis pup is too young to be neutered, and his future family will need to arrange for this at the appropriate time.
