Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
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For Adoption: Kermit!
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Meet Kermit, an 8 month old Pomeranian cross. He is 13 lbs, but looks much larger due to all the fluff. He has a shiny black coat with a little spot of white on his chest. Kermit has a gentle manner, and a bouncy swagger when he walks. Kermit is a fantastic dog who is so comical and fun and up for anything. He is looking for his forever home now and we know that he will make a great dog for some lucky person or family.
Kermit is from northern Manitoba. He was kept outside as is the way of life for dogs in the remote community he was in. He had a run in with a car but thankfully suffered no physical damage. His family surrendered him to Save a Dog Network Canada as they knew that he wasn’t safe where they lived; from cars, roaming dogs, and the many other things that can easily harm a small dog in a harsh environment. We were lucky enough to be able to bring Kermit to Ontario to take over his rescue journey. Kermit made multiple flights and car travel to get to his foster home and the first thing he did as he was coming out of his crate was give us a kiss; that is how special and sweet this little dog is. A stressful, scary rescue journey yet he is all sweetness and love! He has adapted quickly to life in the home and never wants to look back to his life prior. He is quite happy being a house dog now!
Kermit has been fostered in a 2 adult household. He would probably be best suited for a home with older children, over 8yrs of age, that understand how to interact with small dogs, as it is unknown how he’d react to younger children. Any children in the home must be gentle and kind with pets. Kermit will not enjoy rowdy children or rough play. Kermit is quiet in the house. He is curious about the sounds that he hears, but will investigate rather than setting off his alarms. Kermit would like to be involved in household activities, and he enjoys walks. Kermit is friendly with guests that come to the door. He loves everyone he meets. Kermit would be suitable for pretty much any living environment. He enjoys his fenced yard in his foster home but would do equally well getting his potty time and all his exercise time out on walks. He could live in an apartment or condo, a townhouse or semi detached or a detached home. He really is an easy and pliable dog that adjusts to whatever his home is.
Kermit shows his joy in all aspects of family life. He loves physical affection and readily gives kisses. He likes being held, getting belly rubs, and being brushed. Kermit’s coat was fairly matted when he arrived. He immediately accepted the help in detangling his fur. He would roll on his back and show his belly, allowing the brush to get the knots out. He will require regular brushing and bathing and would benefit from someone who will be proactive about this as his hair is long and thick.
Kermit is doing well in his crate training. So far he has been good with a few hours at a time in his crate through the day. The foster family has been feeding him in his crate (this has assisted in guaranteeing him not being underfoot for family meal times). The crate is open at night and he is also provided with an additional bed so he can stretch out while sleeping. Kermit has proven himself to be a very fast learner. He knows basic tricks such as “sit,” ”laydown,” “roll over” (He rolls only halfway so far), and “shake a paw.” He is working on “stay” and recall currently. Because he is so smart and loves to learn new things we are only considering a person or family for Kermit who is truly invested in advanced dog school classes for him and have researched this and know the time and financial investment needed for quality dog training. He is so active and smart that if not trained and exercised to his full potential he will easily become frustrated and will be one of those yappy and snappy small dogs that no one enjoys. We want better for Kermit and want him to live up to his full potential.
Kermit has no anxiety on car rides. He has been kept in his crate for safety in the car. He will make an excellent travel companion.
Kermit was the only pet in his foster home. He has shown interest, but no aggression towards other dogs/wildlife on walks. Kermit would love to be the only dog in the home and get his families sole attention, but we will consider a home with another gentle natured, calm dog that would be a good role model for Kermit. He won’t enjoy a home with a rambunctious dog. Kermit will likely be fine in a home with a dog savvy cat too. He will need to learn how to interact with a cat but he shows no prey drive. A cat that freaks out around a dog and swats or runs won’t be suitable though.
Kermit has been working on his housetraining. He has had a couple of accidents while we were establishing a schedule but has done extremely well overall. Care should be taken to continue his routines so he can maintain his good track record. He can sleep through the night without a pee break, but if he barks it’s definitely time to go out! Kermit is good on walks. He would require about an hour of exercise (playing, walking) per day, but he probably wouldn’t complain if he got more! Pomeranians are active, busy dogs that far too many people do very little with and they become the yappy, snappy dogs that no one likes. Kermit is the complete opposite of this and that is because he is treated like a dog and gets a lot of physical exercise and mental stimulation through training and food puzzles. We are looking for his person or family to be very aware of these needs and be looking for an active dog to get out for long walks and plenty of play time and training time. He is no purse dog!!
Kermit is fixed, and up to date on his vaccinations and routine care. Kermit is friendly with the vet and considers vet visits a social event. He is a very outgoing and social dog!
In summary, Kermit’s ideal home would be one in which he is able to reach his full potential. As mentioned, he would excel in agility and/ or rally obedience or as a therapy dog where he could continue to bring joy to others. All of these endeavors take time invested in proper training and socialization so this is a big consideration. Your 1st year with him will be taken up with regular training classes, outings to tons of places to help grow his confidence, and ensuring he is exposed to all kinds of positive people, places and things to socialize him properly. He enjoys meeting people and adapts to new situations, so an active lifestyle would benefit him. He is not a dog that wants to be carried around in bags, he is an active dog and needs to be out on his own 4 feet, exploring and getting his energy out. Kermit would do well in a home where someone is home more than away, he will not be suitable for a home where everyone is gone for a full workday. He is tiny, and as such can be a trip hazard so he wont be a good fit for anyone with mobility issues who could fall easily. He is full of pep so needs more than a simple slow walk, this pup wants to move and run and have fun!! If you are interested in this pup please ensure that you tell us all about yourselves in the application and ensure that you cover why you would be the best fit for this great little dog!!
Ready to add a smart little sidekick to your crew? Kermit is your guy!
Name: Kermit
ID # PDR1348
Age: 8mths
Gender: male
Neutered: yes
UTD vaccines: yes
Breed: Pomeranian X
Colours: black
Coat length: med
House trained: yes
Special needs: no
OK with kids: older
OK with cats: yes
Ok with dogs: yes
Status: adoptable
Microchip: yes
Size: small
Location: Paris
Adoption fee: $900