Biggs

Maltese | Shreveport, LA

BabyMaleSmallPoodle (Miniature)

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Meet Biggs

“I’m the goodest boy…  and yes, I’m real.“   YouTube video link:  https://youtu.be/T-Xw5dhrv0E   Note:  Only those with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent vet reference need apply.   INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY: PLEASE read profile thoroughly BEFORE applying: DOG APPLICATION LINK:    http://www.roadtorescuela.org/dog-application   NAME:  Biggs  - male Intake date:  5/18/2023 Breed:   Mom is a Maltipoo of some sort – Father unknown (likely a larger-breed) Approx DOB:  12/25/2022 Intake weight:  7.2 pounds Size potential:  We did not see either mom or dad – we were told mom is a Maltipoo of some sort – father unknown.   When we took in his brother (Boggs) on 3/2/2023, he weighed over 8 pounds.  Biggs doesn’t even weigh that almost 3 months later – SO, if we were to estimate he’ll be maybe no larger than 20 pounds – if that.   Keep in mind, that this is just an ESTIMATE!  He could end up being smaller or bigger… we don’t know.  Only he knows. Adoption fee and vetting:  $350, which comes with $50 spay/neuter REBATE coupon redeemable once puppy is spayed/neutered no later than 6 months of age; includes age-appropriate vaccinations (he’s had three, plus Bordetella); deworming; microchipped Good with other dogs:  yes Cats:  yes Health issues:  none found Biography:   Remember Boggs who we took in March 2nd, 2023; a cute little tan puppy that everyone fell in love with?  Well, this is his brother.  A little history:  The story is that a neighbor of the daughter-in-law of the woman who made contact with us has a dog that roams (a Maltipoo of some sort). She got pregnant and had puppies under the house (we don't know how many) and by the time we were contacted there was only one left and the neighbor didn't want him and so the mother-in-law contacted us and we took him in.  Confused yet?  Yeah, us too.  So, all of the other puppies were given away, including the puppy pictured here (Biggs).   Fast forward to 5/18/2023, where we were contacted again by the mother-in-law…  that one of the people who got one of the puppies (the puppy pictured here) didn't want him anymore because they work too many hours for a puppy.  She wondered if we would take him and of course, we said yes.  Ok now that your brain is scrambled…  here’s what we know about this fluffy butt: He's friendly, he’s social, he loves everyone even if they don’t love him (meaning some of the cranky butts at our rescue);  he’s somewhat housetrained and will whine at the door (you’ll need to be consistent to keep him on a potty-training path;  he sleeps in a kennel at night (he did in the home from which he came and also at the rescue);  he travels well;  doesn’t know much about a leash but he can learn;  he knows “sit” “stay” and “lay down”;  loves toys; he is responsive;  ok with bad weather;  not destructive (but don’t risk it.. always kennel if you can’t supervise);  does fine during groom but wiggly.  … and so, there you go!  That’s what we know to get you started.  If you’re interested, you know what to do! VACCINATIONS and PROTECTING YOUR PUPPY!   At the time of adoption, your puppy will not have been fully vaccinated.  Your puppy will require at LEAST ONE more vaccination (he has had three – and we recommend four but talk to your vet)!  YOU MUST FOLLOW-UP WITH YOUR VET TO GET him or her ON A SCHEDULE!  Parvo is everywhere and IT IS A KILLER OF PUPPIES!  You WILL be required to SIGN a contract that you agree to continue his or her puppy vaccinations until he or she is fully inoculated.  Be aware… we will follow-up!   Most people don’t understand why a puppy needs multiple puppy vaccinations so some people don’t go beyond the first set.  This is a HUGE MISTAKE.  We’ll explain:  In the beginning, while nursing, the puppy receives ample immunity from their mother.  Once weaned, they are susceptible to dangerous viruses such as parvo, the puppy killer, and distemper… among other things.  At 6 weeks they should receive their first round of puppy vaccinations.  Why isn’t this enough?  Because you don’t know when the mother’s immunity is no longer effective and if they receive it while still with the mother’s immunity, it doesn’t do any good.  This is WHY they need to continue with boosters.  At some point one or more of those vaccinations will become their immunity.  Don’t risk your puppy’s life!  While some vets only do three sets, we recommend four sets.  If you’ve ever had a puppy die of parvo… it is something you will never ever forget.   (Keep in mind we are not veterinarians and cannot give advice, so don’t take our word for it… talk to your licensed veterinarian.)   PUPPIES! Keep in mind, puppies teeth just like human babies and have little sharp toenails.  They will also have behaviors that require training.  Puppies will chew, bite, nip, bark, destroy, dig, scratch, poop, pee, etc.  They will test your patience over and over!   The puppy phase lasts about 18 months (sometimes longer), so be sure you ARE READY for the commitment!      ELIMINATING:  A puppy can only hold their bladder for a short period of time based upon their age.  If the puppy is 2 months old, they can hold their bladder for 2 hours;  3 months/3 hours;  4 months/ 4 hours, etc., up to 6 months of age.   At about 6 months of age, this time frame stables out.    COMMITMENT:   Puppies are a 10-15 year commitment (sometimes longer).  Please be sure you are prepared for the life of the puppy!  In conclusion, if your puppy is in a responsible home that provides daily structure, training and socialization with people and other pets, your puppy will grow to be a well-adjusted and wonderful part of your family for many years to come.     SPAY/NEUTER REBATE PROGRAM:  Due to the age of this pet, he/she may not be spayed/neutered at the time of adoption.   If this is the case, you will receive a $50 rebate coupon which will entitle you to a rebate of $50 once your pet is spayed/neutered and valid ONLY IF DONE ON OR BEFORE 6 MONTHS OF AGE!  It is REQUIRED and part of our adoption contract that all unaltered pets be spayed/neutered no later than 6 months of age and we DO follow up!      **IMPORTANT NOTES** *We do adopt out of state provided the adopter is willing and able to travel to us once approved.  We do not ship or transport our animals and there is no exception to this rule. *All of our adoptable dogs are small, and they are never to be left outside alone, ever!  We only rehome our dogs to adopters that plan to have them as inside dogs and part of the family!   We do allow adopters with doggie doors, provided there is SECURE fencing.  There is no exception to this rule!   *NO SMALL CHILDREN!!  As with almost all the dogs at NR2R, young children or a very active household is not recommended.   Many of our dogs come to us BECAUSE of small children, thus we do not rehome our dogs to homes with babies or young children.  KEEP THIS IN MIND IF YOU HAVE VISITING GRANDCHILDREN AS WELL!  Even if the children are older, it would depend on the child AND the parent or parents.  *HOUSETRAINING:  We do NOT guarantee that any of our adoptable dogs are housetrained.   While most should be easily trained, keep in mind that they live in a rescue where they have access to the outdoors all day and are inside at night.  Even if they were surrendered to us as housetrained, it doesn’t mean they will automatically be housetrained in your home.  Housetraining them should be easy in the right home with time, patience, and consistency.  *We do not guarantee the age, health or temperament of any of the dogs we rehome.  Many of the dogs we take in come from animal control and rarely do we have histories and even when we do, many times the histories are inaccurate. *Only adopters with a responsible dog ownership history and excellent vet reference need apply.   If you bring this pet into your heart and home, you will receive in return many years of love, companionship, and loyalty.  That’s our guarantee.   Other notes:  This pet is available for adoption through Ninna’s Road to Rescue, Benton, La.  We are 501c3 non-profit organization.  Our mission is to rescue primarily small-breed dogs and to re-home them into RESPONSIBLE and CARING forever homes.    DOG APPLICATION LINK:   http://www.roadtorescuela.org/dog-application Time may be of the essence if you are looking to adopt a specific animal.  We do not reserve animals, unless and until we have approved your application, provided the animal is still available at the time we receive your application.  The first APPROVED application we receive will be considered.  We are NOT a first come, first serve rescue!! We adopt our rescues out to the RIGHT home, not just A home. Only responsible pet owners need apply. Applying to adopt does NOT commit you to the adoption NOR does it guarantee the adoption. CONTACT:  Our adoptable pets are updated regularly, but if you want to check the availability of a pet... OR still have questions AFTER reading this profile, message us via our Facebook page.   Please indicate the name when communicating with us. www.RoadtoRescueLA.org      

Adoption Process
On-line adoption application required. If approved and at adoption we require adoption agreement, spay/neuter contract for puppies/kittens - adoption fees vary from $85 for felines and $150-$250 for dogs (varying depending on age, health, behavior, etc.) Adopters must have responsible dog-ownership history and stellar vet reference if applying to adopt a dog and vice versa for cats.