Misha is a wonderful dog, affectionate, smart and social. When we adopted her we didn’t clearly understand the time and energy required to keep a puppy and unfortunately my family’s work and school schedules are too demanding – we cannot meet her needs and are exploring options to re-home her.
Pet's Name:
Misha
Dog: Primary Breed:
Miniature Poodle
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Coton du Tulear
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
9/19/2025
Age Category:
Baby
Where did you get your pet?:
Breeder - Puppies By Design in Indiana
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.:
No.
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
12/24/2025
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Small
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
6
Primary Color:
Tan (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
well socialized and loves meeting/playing with other dogs, meeting people and snuggling. In terms of toys, she enjoys chew/teething toys and playing tug.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
potty (for pee and poop); yes (marker word) sit; down
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Misha is fine in her crate or car seat for short periods. At home in her crate she is comfortable for hours at a time (sleeps really well in her crate)
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
nothing specific, she can be suspicious of new things (e.g. enormous snowball)
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Misha wakes up at 7:00 and has her first poop and pee then breakfast. After that she typically likes to go for a walk outside, then play/train/hang out for about 2 hours, then goes into her crate to sleep for about 1.5- 2 hours, and will follow that pattern of ~2 hours of activity followed by ~1.5 hours of crate/nap time all day. She has her last meal and water at 7pm each day, then settles down from about 8:30 or 9pm (would probably go in her crate but we typically hold her while we watch TV) until her last pee and poop around 10:30 and then has bedtime at around 10:30 - 11 pm. She sleeps in her crate at the foot of our bed and sleeps soundly until 7AM..
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?:
No health issues or medical concerns. Very healthy.
Additional notes about your dog’s health history::
None.
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
No, Misha is well socialized and has never shown any challenging behaviors.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
We brush her every day and give her a bath every 1-2 weeks
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
No
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?:
Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
Her flexibility-- she loves to snuggle and cuddle but she also loves to go on walks to meet/play with other dogs and people
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Ideally she would go to a home with another dog who can play with her and keep her company. She's very social so it would also be wonderful if regular walks and other chances to play and get outside are part of her daily routine.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
Misha is very clever and quickly learns new commands/routines during obedience training.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Schedule, No Time
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
too busy with work and school
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
Who is your veterinarian?:
Heal Vet in Belmont, MA
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
She mostly eats Pupford Kibble. She prefers warm food so we typically pour hot water into the kibble and feed while still warm. She also loves beef treats, chicken jerky, cooked chicken breast (especially for obedience training) and duck treats
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
Yes
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Cambridge, MA
Zip Code:
02138
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
N/A
Service Level:
Standard Placement: Full Support + Custom Profile