Phoebe - Poodle and Shih Tzu Dog for Adoption in Huntingtown, Maryland

Phoebe is one of the adorable Friends Girls, born June 22, 2026 to a Poodle mom and Shih Tzu mix dad. At a little over 5 pounds, she is a petite little girl with the cutest scruffy coat, an adorable elongated body, and short legs just like her Shih Tzu mix dad.

Phoebe is the quiet, gentle girl of the trio. She’s a little on the shy side and takes a few minutes to decide that new people are okay. Once she has had a chance to warm up, though, she happily accepts attention and enjoys being loved on. She just prefers to take things at her own pace.

Phoebe is perfectly content entertaining herself and can often be found happily playing on her own while her sisters are off doing their thing.

Phoebe taught herself how to use the doggy door, is doing well with puppy pads, and is even learning to potty outside on command!

Phoebe will need a family prepared for all the joys and challenges of puppyhood. She will need continued house-training, positive socialization, basic obedience, appropriate exercise and play, mental stimulation, and plenty of patience as she continues building confidence. Because she is naturally more reserved, gentle introductions and positive experiences with new people will be especially important. Puppies may also chew, mouth, bark, and get into mischief as they learn the rules of their new world, so supervision and consistency are essential.

Phoebe is a sweet, scruffy little soul who just needs a little time to show you how special she is.

Adoption application is available on our website: www.puppypawsrescue.org

Please note:

Pup cannot be left alone for more than 3 hours at a time. This is necessary for comfort breaks and much needed socialization for a pup this age.

For young puppies that leave unaltered:
A refundable $100 spay/neuter deposit for adopters with established spay/neuter history is required.
A refundable $200 spay/neuter deposit for adopters without spay/neuter history is required.

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.

The Shih Tzu is a small, affectionate dog breed known for its distinctive appearance, with a luxurious double coat, a short muzzle, and large round eyes. Originally bred as companion dogs for Chinese royalty, Shih Tzus are friendly, outgoing, and loving pets. They are known for their playful and charming personality, making them great family pets and suitable for apartment living. With their low shedding coat and adorable face, Shih Tzus are popular among dog lovers worldwide.

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