Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
What would you do if you were mindlessly scrolling through your newsfeed, only to be ambushed by this level of cuteness? Would you immediately drop everything (including that lukewarm coffee you keep forgetting to drink) and apply? Would you obsessively click through every single photo, whispering “oh my gosh” with increasing intensity? Would you devour every word of her bio while mentally rearranging your entire life to make room for her? Well, buckle up, because this little heartthief is up for adoption, and we’re about to find out just how strong your willpower really is. Spoiler: It’s probably not that strong.
Say hello to Church—though honestly, you might mistake her for an overpriced designer accessory rather than an actual living creature. This tiny 6-week-old Schnauzer tips the scales at a whopping 3 pounds, which, in a rescue full of massive, fluffy land clouds, makes her look more like a misplaced stuffed animal than a real dog. But nope—she’s very much alive, very much wiggly, and very much ready to find an adopter who wants a dog that will never outweigh that chaotic armful of grocery bags you insist on carrying in one trip to avoid a second trip. Church is great with other dogs, adores kids, and while she hasn’t formally met a cat, I doubt she’d have the size advantage to argue with one. She’s as sweet as they come, fully convinced that every dog is her bestie, and absolutely thrives on being held and doted on. She loves being held, played with, and was absolutely thrilled when kids came over—because in her world, everyone is just a friend.
Church’s energy level is a solid 5 out of 10—meaning she has the zoomies of a ferret mixed with the nap schedule of a particularly lazy house cat. She’s not exactly charging into new situations like a fearless explorer, so if you're expecting a bold adventurer, you might want to adjust your expectations. Church is more of a “you go first, I’ll watch” kind of pup. As long as she’s with her siblings or securely tucked in someone’s arms, she’s fine in the car—because clearly, personal chauffeurs are a requirement for tiny royalty like her. She loves playing, wrestling with her siblings, eating (obviously), and following up any burst of activity with a well-earned nap. As for her ideal home? Church is at that magical age where she’ll adjust to pretty much whatever you throw at her—fenced yard, apartment life, castle with a moat—she’s flexible, as long as there are cuddles, snacks, and a solid nap schedule in place.
Now, let’s talk about what you need to bring to the table—because adopting a puppy isn’t just about basking in their cuteness while they nap in your lap (though, let’s be honest, that’s a major perk). Church is still a baby, which means she comes with some fine print you should probably read before signing up for this adorable pup. First up, socialization—because while Church thinks everyone might be a friend, she still needs to meet lots of different people, dogs, and places to make sure she doesn’t grow up thinking the world is a scary place. Then, there’s training—you know, teaching her that “sit” isn’t just an optional suggestion and that your favorite shoes aren’t, in fact, her personal chew toys. Speaking of which, let’s talk about puppy-proofing. If it’s on the floor, it’s fair game. If it smells interesting, it’s going in her mouth. And if you really love it, she’ll somehow know and immediately start plotting its destruction. Potty training? Oh yeah, that’s a thing. Church isn’t going to magically understand that your expensive rug is not a designated bathroom. You’ll need patience, consistency, and probably a solid stockpile of paper towels. Leash training is another adventure. Right now, she’s about as skilled on a leash as a fish on roller skates, so be prepared to take things slow. She’ll get the hang of it, but don’t expect her to strut down the street like a show dog on day one.
So, do you want to be the lucky human who gets to spoil this tiny scruff muffin of cuteness? Let me guess...the answer is yes...isn't it? ;) But here’s the deal—you can’t just wish for her to be yours. You have to apply at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app (yes, with actual paperwork, because apparently, just screaming “I WANT HER” at your screen isn’t enough). Once your application is in, we’ll pass it along to her foster family so they can decide if you’re truly ready for the adventure of raising this cutie patootie. And before you start making a “Welcome Home, Church” banner, just know that she won’t be ready to pack her bags until around March 16th. Also, you’ll need to come get her in Broken Arrow, OK—because, shockingly, she does not come with free shipping. So, go ahead, apply. You know you want to.
