Belle is a sweet gentle senior dog looking for a forever home.
She has a very peaceful personality and loves to be pet around her ears.
She gets excited about meal time and getting her nightly snack. She does a little tap dance when she gets excited.
She is food motivated.
She comes with two beds (one for inside and one for outside).
Loves to walk on the leash. Is extremely well behaved and LOVES to walk on her leash.
Potty trained (even goes outside when wet/raining).
She is small and weighs about 10 lbs.
She is good with dogs and cats.
As far as we know she is up to date on vaccinations.
We are moving out of state very suddenly and can't take her with us :(
Pet's Name:
Belle
Dog: Primary Breed:
Other, not listed
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Maltipoo
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
8 years old
Age Category:
Senior
Where did you get your pet?:
Former Owner
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
September 16th, 2025
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Small
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
10
Primary Color:
White (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Walking on a leash and being pet
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Not Sure
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Curls up in a ball and falls asleep
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Kitchen spoons
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
she likes to sleep off and on throughout the day. She gets excited about breakfast, dinner, and nightly snack (a minty dental chew, yum!)
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
Hard of hearing
Additional notes about your dog’s health history::
Was malnourished when we got her. She has gained weight and is doing better now.
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
No
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
brushing once a week, trimming and bathing as needed.
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
Dental chew each night as a snack. She loves them!
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Neutral: Doesn't mind other dogs but doesn't seek them out.
How is your dog with cats?:
Friendly: Generally gets along well with cats.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
She does a little tap dance at meal time and waggles when she's excited
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
They must be gentle with dogs and give time to readjust
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
She was abused at some point in the past and doesn't like kitchen spoons. She hunkers down if you approach too quickly (it's a maltese thing). But she is very sweet and loves to be pet.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Moving
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
We are moving out of state suddenly and can't take her with us :(
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
One month
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Basic dog chow. We add water to her bowl to make sure she stays hydrated. (maltese thing)
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Bakersfield, CA
Zip Code:
93309
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
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