Fozzle (NOT YET AVAILABLE -STRAY) - Maltese and Poodle Dog for Adoption in Benton, Louisiana

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STRAY -

NOT YET TAKING APPLICATIONS – NOT YET AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

NEW INTAKE 11/1/2026: male - approx 5 years old - weight TBD - Maltese/Poodle X

Found wandering around apartments off of Patzman in Shreveport. He'd been around there for a few days and no one knew where he came from. One of the residents took pictures of him and posted him on-line where we were tagged a few times. We went out to get him, but he eluded us the first time... so, we gave our phone number to the lady at the apartments and within about an hour, she called that they got him and he is contained... so we headed back out! He is in terrible shape... extremely matted all over this body... paws, ears, back... everywhere is like one big mat. He is not chipped or neutered. WE have the dog AND we are contacting animal control so they can register him in their system. If this is your dog you must CONTACT US for reclaiming instructions. Message our Facebook page.

There will be fines levied by animal control that will need to be paid upon reclamation. Stray will be up Thursday 11/3/2026 at 4pm. We are sending him to our groomer tomorrow to take care of the matting that is clearly causing him pain and discomfort. For reference, we named him Fozzle.

WE DO NOT TAKE APPLICATIONS FOR DOGS ON STRAY HOLD. When stray hold is up, he will be vetted and then we will then POST the dog for adoption at which time you can apply.

“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” ~ Gandhi

Be responsible ~ Always spay/neuter, keep your dogs on heartworm prevention, vaccinate against disease... and if you bring a pet into your life, commit to that pet for life. Blessings.

The Maltese is a small toy breed known for its glamorous white coat, which is long, silky, and virtually hypoallergenic. They are gentle, affectionate companion dogs that thrive on human companionship and make wonderful family pets. Maltese dogs are playful, intelligent, and alert, with a confident demeanor despite their small size. They require regular grooming to maintain their luxurious coat and are suitable for apartment living due to their size and adaptability.

The Poodle is a highly intelligent and elegant dog breed known for its distinctive curly coat and graceful appearance. Originally bred as water retrievers, Poodles come in three size varieties Standard, Miniature, and Toy each with their unique characteristics but sharing the breed's alert and friendly nature. Renowned for their hypoallergenic qualities and keen sense of humor, Poodles excel in various dog sports and activities, making them versatile companions suitable for different lifestyles and living situations.

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