Pyewacket - Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Wayne, New Jersey

PYEWACKET
Age: 3 years
Weight: 12 lbs
Vetting: Fully vetted, neutered, chipped
Foster Location: Essex County, NJ
Available in: NY, NJ, CT, PA, ME, VT, VA, DE, MD, RI, NH
Apply: houndsinpounds.or

Meet Pyewacket — the 13lb autumn gremlin who thinks he invented fall.

He's tiny, cute, funny, and fully convinced he should be crowned Homecoming King. He's already practicing his wave.

Pyewacket has declared autumn his official season. Why?
Because he looks incredible next to pumpkins, thrives in sweater weather, and believes apple cider should be served to him in a tiny mug with his face on it.

Pyewacket's Fall Highlights
Dogfriendly — chill with every pup in the pumpkin patch
Catfriendly — respectful of all feline fall royalty
Scruffy & adorable — looks like a tiny woodland creature who wandered out of a cozy storybook
Perfect temperament — sweet, silly, and full of crunchyleaf energy

Pyewacket is the ultimate fall companion — a pintsized cinnamonbun of a dog who brings warmth, laughter, and pumpkinspice charm everywhere he goes. He's perfect. Truly.

Ready to bring home your own scruffy slice of autumn magic? Apply at houndsinpounds.org

Additional Details
The update below comes directly from this dog's foster home. We share these notes on our website so adopters can get an accurate, realtime picture before requesting a meet & greet. Please read everything carefully before contacting us. Doing so helps cut down on unnecessary emails and allows us to respond faster to adopters who truly need assistance. A reminder: behavior can shift dramatically between environments, and every dog needs a decompression period in a new home. For some, that's a few days; for others, it may take several weeks or even months. If no update is currently listed, please check back soon. We're actively working with the foster to gather the most recent information.

Briefly describe the dog's overall personality and temperament:
He is very chill in his crate. No issues with barking/ separation in the crate so far. When released from his crate he is HYPER and frantic, but after about 15-20 minutes just finds a spot and passes out. He likes to be held and is eager to please and has no manners yet



What does a typical day currently look like for the dog? (Feeding, walks, play, naps, crate time, etc.)
Wakes up at 6:30 because that's just when our crew does. Waits patiently in his crate for his morning walk- consistently poops and pees outside. Comes in take a huge drink of water and I feed him in his crate where he hangs out for another 2-3 hours while I get th rest of the crew out the door/ dropped off. Then at like 9 or 10 I let him out and he circles the house frantically. Then lays at my feet and sleeps while I work- I put him in and out of his crate all day based on the activity level in the house and his decompression needs. I take him out for a walk at lunch, and then before pick up at about 4:30. He then goes back in the crate until after our dinner. I then feed him again at about 6:30. He stays in the crate until about 8:30 when we walk again. He might go out one more time before bed again as well.

What is the dog currently eating? Please include brand/type, approximate amount, and number of meals per day.Wellness small dog.

Is the dog housebroken?* Yes

Does the dog sleep through the night? Yes

Based on what you've observed, could this dog comfortably live in a home with shared walls (apartment, condo, or townhouse)? Yes

What makes this dog happy? (Favorite activities, toys, treats, people, routines, affection, walks, other dogs, etc.)
Kids, being held, people, short walks

What makes this dog nervous or unhappy? (Triggers, fears, handling sensitivities, environments, noises, people, animals, or situations.)
My big dog

How does the dog behave around other dogs?
Selective (fine with some dogs)

How does the dog behave around children?
Friendly and gentle

Energy Rating (1 = very high; 5 = very low): 3

Leash Walking Rating (1 = difficult; 5 = perfect): 1- but he's small so it's not like it's not manageable and we're working on it.

Leash behaviors observed: (check all that apply)
Pulling

What walking equipment is currently being used? (Select all that apply)
Martingale
Slip lead
Other

How does the dog behave in the crate when no one is home? (Check all that apply)*
Settles quietly

Optional: how does the dog behave in the crate while you're still home? (Check all that apply)
Settles quietly

Approximately how long is the dog typically crated during the day?
4–6 hours

Would this dog do well with a first-time dog owner?
Depends on the person/home (explain below)

Optional: tell us more about what kind of home/experience level would be the best fit:
He's little so no one has given him rules- it's easy to manage around his bad behaviors. I would prefer he find a home where someone continues to reinforce the behaviors we're teaching him here- better leash skills, entering his crate on his own at command, out, and waiting patiently for his food.

What should potential adopters know about this dog? (Personality, ideal home, deal-breakers, anything that would help them decide if it's a good match)*
He's a little rascal and will explore all corners of your home.

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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