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Meet Backham Male DOB: April 28, 2026 Weight: 5 lbs (current — still growing)** Breed: Poodle / Terrier Mix Expected Size: Small to Medium when fully grown Neutered (Fixed): Pending (age-appropriate) Vaccines: In Progress Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Personality, Breed Info & Expectations Backham is a sweet, gentle puppy with a loving personality and a heart full of affection. He enjoys being close to his people, exploring his surroundings, and discovering the world around him one adventure at a time. His calm, affectionate nature makes him a wonderful companion and an easy puppy to fall in love with. At just a few months old, Backham is still learning and growing every day. He is at an important stage in his development where positive experiences, socialization, and training will help shape him into a confident and well-mannered adult dog. As a Poodle / Terrier Mix, Backham may inherit the intelligence and trainability of the Poodle along with the curiosity, confidence, and playful spirit often found in Terriers. This combination can create a wonderful family companion that thrives on interaction, learning, and spending time with his people. Backham would thrive in a home prepared for: Ongoing puppy training and supervision Daily playtime, exercise, and enrichment Positive socialization experiences Structure, consistency, and routine A lifelong commitment to his emotional and physical well-being Puppies are adorable, but they also require patience, supervision, training, and long-term commitment as they grow and develop. Training, Adjustment & What to Expect Many rescue puppies come from uncertain beginnings and may not have had structure, socialization, or training before arriving at rescue. Even very young puppies require guidance and supervision to learn how to navigate life in a home environment. Puppies are not automatically trained simply because they are young. While rescue provides safety, care, and basic socialization, adopters should expect to continue all training and development after adoption. Adopting a puppy means being prepared for: Potty training and accidents Teething and chewing phases Crate training and leash training Nighttime wakeups and supervision Jumping and playful puppy behavior Ongoing socialization and confidence-building Daily exercise and enrichment Routine veterinary visits and vaccine boosters Financial commitment throughout the dog's lifetime Backham will benefit from: Positive reinforcement training Daily structure and routine Continued socialization and exposure Mental stimulation and enrichment Patience, consistency, and supervision Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule: 3 days to decompress 3 weeks to learn your routine 3 months to fully feel at home With patience, guidance, and commitment, puppies like Backham grow into wonderful lifelong companions. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care Owning a puppy is a lifelong commitment that includes training, exercise, routine veterinary care, financial responsibility, and emotional commitment throughout every stage of life. Backham will need: Ongoing puppy training and guidance Routine veterinary visits and vaccine boosters Preventative care including flea, tick, and heartworm prevention Proper nutrition and growth monitoring Daily exercise, enrichment, and companionship A safe, stable, indoor living environment Because Backham is still young and growing, adopters should be prepared for the normal puppy stages that include chewing, teething, accidents, testing boundaries, and continued social development. His Poodle heritage may also require regular grooming and coat maintenance throughout his life. Backham is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting this wonderful puppy, please complete an adoption application by visiting: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle. You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve. We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved. Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest. We can’t wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend. June 14, 2026, 10:50 am