Alma - Maltese and Poodle Dog for Adoption in Syracuse, New York

Meet Alma

Alma is a 5 year old 20-pound sweetheart we think is a maltipoo mix who came to us from a backyard breeding and hoarding situation with her puppies in Louisiana. Despite her difficult past, Alma has embraced the comforts of foster life and is ready to find a family of her own.

Pertinent Info:

* Weight: 20 pounds
* Spayed
* Heartworm negative
* Up to date on vaccinations
* On monthly preventative

Skills:

* Crate trained
* ‍ Leash trained — walks beautifully on a leash
* Prefers to potty on leash
* Dog friendly
* Cat friendly
* Teen friendly — lives in a busy home with teens
* Quiet and well-mannered

Alma is a happy little dog with a gentle soul. She enjoys being close to her people and is happiest when she has a warm lap to curl up in or a comfortable spot on the couch. One of her favorite places is perched on the arm of the couch where she can keep an eye on everything while staying close to her family.

Personality:

* Affectionate and loving
* Professional couch companion
* Happy and easy-going
* Gentle and calm
* Confident once she gets comfortable
* Has the cutest little bounce in her walk that shows her confidence

Alma has a charming scruffy look that makes her impossible not to love. Once she settles in and knows she is safe, her confidence starts to shine. She carries herself with the cutest little bounce when she walks, almost like she knows exactly who she is and is proud of it.

Alma does well in a busy foster home in La with teens, but large groups of dogs or a few big dogs at once can intimidate her. When things feel too overwhelming, she simply finds a quiet spot away from it all where she can relax and feel safe.

After spending much of her life producing puppies for others, Alma is finally ready for a future that is all her own. She deserves a family who will spoil her with soft beds, kind words, and all the love she has missed out on.

**If you're looking for a loyal little shadow who wants nothing more than to love and be loved, Alma may be your perfect match. Fill out an adoption application to have her join your family. Her $ adoption fee covers medical up to adoption to include vaccines, spay, microchip, foster care and transportation from Louisiana to NY.

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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