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doug (aka duke)
Wilmington, DE
Meet doug (aka duke)
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Meet Doug (aka Duke)!
Doug is a 7-year-old, 13.5 lb Shih Tzu/Poodle mix who is ready to be your new best friend. He came to us as a stray, and he's been a total sweetheart ever since. Doug is blind, but you'd hardly know it. He mapped his foster home within days and is already picking up his "blind dog" leash commands like a pro. He's medium energy, walks nicely on a leash, barks minimally, and is great with people and other dogs.
Doug is a cuddle bug. Since he can't see, he likes to know exactly where his human is, so expect a loyal shadow who follows you from room to room. His favorite things are snuggling, belly rubs, food, and the squeakiest toy in the house, which he loves to roll around with after meals.
• Housetraining: Almost there! He tells his foster when he needs to go out during the day and wears a belly band at night.
• Health: Neutered, dental done, inguinal hernia repaired, and eye removal (enucleation). He has a Grade II/VI heart murmur, but no meds or special diet are needed.
• Home needs: A fenced yard would be great but isn't required. He can handle 1 step or a few stairs, but please carry him on larger flights.
• Ideal home: Semi-active, with a human who's around a lot and maybe a doggy friend.
Meet Doug (aka Duke)!
Doug is a 7-year-old, 13.5 lb Shih Tzu/Poodle mix who is ready to be your new best friend. He came to us as a stray, and he's been a total sweetheart ever since. Doug is blind, but you'd hardly know it. He mapped his foster home within days and is already picking up his "blind dog" leash commands like a pro. He's medium energy, walks nicely on a leash, barks minimally, and is great with people and other dogs.
Doug is a cuddle bug. Since he can't see, he likes to know exactly where his human is, so expect a loyal shadow who follows you from room to room. His favorite things are snuggling, belly rubs, food, and the squeakiest toy in the house, which he loves to roll around with after meals.
• Housetraining: Almost there! He tells his foster when he needs to go out during the day and wears a belly band at night.
• Health: Neutered, dental done, inguinal hernia repaired, and eye removal (enucleation). He has a Grade II/VI heart murmur, but no meds or special diet are needed.
• Home needs: A fenced yard would be great but isn't required. He can handle 1 step or a few stairs, but please carry him on larger flights.
• Ideal home: Semi-active, with a human who's around a lot and maybe a doggy friend.
More About doug (aka duke)
HEALTH:
Vaccinations up to date. Spayed/Neutered.
CHARACTERISTICS:
Small 25 Lbs (11 Kg) Or Less
Good with Dogs: Yes
doug (aka duke)'s Details
| BREED: | Shih Tzu / Poodle (Miniature) |
| SEX: | Male |
| AGE: | Senior |
| COAT COLOR: | Black |
| SIZE: | Small 25 Lbs (11 Kg) Or Less |
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