Poodle and Mixed Breed Dogs Available for Adoption in Santa Cruz, California
REINA
Poodle, Mixed Breed
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Santa Cruz, California
May 5th
female, small, young
DESCRIPTION
Meet Luna, the senior rat terrier, and Reina, the miniature poodle mix. Both pups arrived at the Shelter as an owner surrender after their previous guardians was unable to find pet-friendly housing. They have been living together for about 7 months and are two peas in a pod. At this time, we are looking for an adoptive home together. Both girls spent the majority of her time indoors (along with walks and time with her guardians outside). They are reported to be house trained. At night, they would sleep on the bed in the living room or on a sofa. Luna is a smart cookie and knows some cues in Spanish: sientate (sit), parate (stand up), camina (walk), brinca (jump), mano (used for paw) and al bano ( to go potty). Reina is still learning her cues. Luna loves to play with balls and is good at retrieving it back. Reina is more focused on interacting with people than toys. Both dogs have been around a child in a home who was 1 year old and did well. Luna has been around cats and due to previous behavior in the home and observed behavior at the Shelter, would be best in a home free of felines. As they are a bonded pair – Reina and Luna are required to be adopted together. From Friday, May 1st through Sunday May 10th, the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is participating in Empty the Shelters. The adoption fee is reduced to $50 for all cats, dogs and rabbits in our care. Empty the Shelters is the nation’s largest funded adoption event centered around helping homeless pets find families by making adoption affordable for prospective pet owners. Please note: Our Santa Cruz location’s Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end “meet and greets” (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If you’d like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.
ABOUT: MIXED BREED DOG BREED
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.
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.
