Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Frankie!
Frankie is a 1-year-old, 13.5-pound male Jack Russell Terrier mix from Texas. This sweet pup is adjusting to life in Brooklyn with his foster family and making strides every day. Frankie came from a hoarding situation, so he is still working through some anxiety and learning how to trust the world around him. His forever family will need to be patient and help him continue his journey to confidence and happiness.
Personality: Frankie is a complete sweetheart. While he may take some time to warm up to new people, once he feels safe, he transforms into a total cuddlebug! He loves snuggling up with his foster family, curling up in fleece blankets, and chewing on his favorite toys—especially his beloved Lambchop plushie. Frankie enjoys quiet moments but also appreciates bursts of playtime and activity.
Training Progress: Frankie is doing well with learning basic commands like “sit” and is working on other obedience training. He has been using pee pads indoors as he continues to build confidence with outdoor potty training. Frankie is also working on his leash skills, and his foster family is helping him feel more comfortable exploring the world outside.
Home Environment: Frankie thrives in a quiet, low-key environment where he can feel safe and secure. He would do best in a home with another dog to show him the ropes and help him feel more confident. Frankie does well with other dogs, cats, and children, making him a great fit for a variety of families. He is crate-trained and finds comfort in his cozy crate during the day.
Ideal Family: Frankie’s ideal family will be patient and understanding of his need for time to adjust. They should be committed to reinforcing and advancing the progress he’s made with his foster family. Frankie needs a home that offers a balance of quiet downtime and gentle, engaging activity to help him continue to grow.
Special Note: Frankie has only been with his foster family for a week, and while he’s still very shy, he’s already making progress. He’s begun taking treats from his foster mom’s hand and even snuggling in bed—a testament to the loving companion he is becoming. With the right family, Frankie will blossom into a loyal and affectionate pup who will bring joy and love to his forever home.
If you’re ready to give Frankie the safe, loving home he deserves, apply to adopt him today!
Vaccinated for rabies, DHPP, and bordetella. Neutered, heartworm negative, and microchipped. Current on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.
To apply for Frankie, visit our website (www.waggytailrescue.org) for an adoption application. It is important to fill out an application as soon as possible for consideration, and we require a complete application for you to meet an animal. We are currently unable to respond to general email inquiries as an all-volunteer run rescue. If the dog is on our website, they are still available.
Waggytail Rescue CANNOT guarantee the exact age of any adoptable dog, or final size of any of our adoptable puppies. We rely on the information provided to us by veterinarians, shelters, owner surrenders and other circumstances bringing the dog into our rescue.
Adoptions: adopt@waggytailrescue.org
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