Mixed Breed Dogs Available for Adoption in Milton, Delaware

Dog Name: Phoenix

Breed: Hound Mix

Sex: Female

Age: 9 weeks

Weight: 5 pounds

Medical Needs:

Remainder of puppy shots and rabies once old enough.

Must be spayed/neutered by the end of September 2026. The appointment is included in the adoption fee at one of the clinics we use and the foster-to-adopt family will need to email GRR to request the appointment when puppy is 18-20 weeks at the clinic closest to them. (Options are Wilmington, Newark, Dover, Georgetown.) Keeping the appointment that's assigned by the clinic will be a condition of adoption. Foster to adopt families must live within one hour of DE and be willing to travel here for the pending appointment.

Housebroken: Not 100%, but doing very well for her age! She always goes when taken outside but still has an accident in the house occasionally. She does not have accidents in her crate.

Crate trained: Yes. She sleeps through the night from

9pm to 6am. She happily goes into her crate for a nap during the fay also.

Good in car: Yes, she loves going on car rides but stays in her crate for safety as she is small and curious.

Good on leash: She has not started her leash training yet.

Energy level: Typical puppy energy (100% play or 100% napping)

Need a fenced in yard: Not necessary, but would be beneficial for play time.

Dog friendly: Yes, she has 2 resident dogs in her foster home and knows her place in the pack and picks up on their cues well.

If yes, does your foster need another dog in the adoptive home: No, but it would be beneficial as she loves to be part of the pack.

Cat friendly: Unknown

Kid Friendly: Yes, with appropriate supervision as a puppy can climb and get mouthy

If yes, what is the youngest child you would recommend they be placed with? Any age with appropriate supervision.

Special traits: Phoenix loves her belly runs and cuddles on the couch. She definitely loves to be with her humans but also has a little explorer in her. She is really inquisitive and needs an eye kept on her while in puppy phase. If you loose a shoe or a sock, you may want to check under the bed. She settles in her crate well but at the same time she does like to see what's going on. Phoenix is super trainable and will make someone an amazing addition to their family.

Foster Location: Bishopville, MD

Application can be found here: https://www.grrde.org/adoption-application

The mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.

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