Stewie - Terrier and Maltese Dog for Adoption in Villa Park, California

Meet Stewie: Your Future Sidekick, Toy Supervisor, and Professional Cuddle Buddy!
18 mo 9 lbs Terri-Poodle-Maltese Monrovia CA

Are you looking for a smart, spunky, and incredibly loyal addition to your active household? Meet Stewie, with his heart-melting cheesy underbite smile, he is absolutely ready to capture your heart.

Personality & Energy Level: Medium Energy, Maximum Love
Stewie is the perfect blend of playful puppy energy and sweet couch potato. He is a medium-energy guy who loves a good walk, a game of fetch, and brain games. Once he burns off his energy, he transforms into the ultimate shadow and cuddle buddy. He sleeps soundly for at least 8 hours a night in his crate in another room. He does best when he can be right by your side, happily supervising whatever you are doing.

Brainiac at Heart
This boy is incredibly smart and loves to learn! He already knows several commands, including Come, Sit, Lay Down, Mat/Place, Release, and Heel. Like any young pup, he is still polishing these skills when distractions are around, but he is highly motivated. Dinner time is his favorite because he loves treat puzzles, snuffle mats, and playing "find the food" games.

His Ideal Home
Stewie’s perfect match is an active, busy household with a few family members who can divvy up playtime, training, and affection. Because of his playful, feisty puppy nature, he would do best with a family that can maintain his training consistency.
• Kids: Best with older, playful children who understand boundaries.
• Dogs: He has lived with dogs before, but on a leash, he can be reactive up close. He is working hard on his neighborhood manners and is doing better every day! He would likely thrive most as an only dog where he can soak up all the attention.
• Cats: Unverified in his current home, but he did well with a cat in a previous foster home.
• Strangers & Guarding: Stewie takes a little time to adjust to new people entering the house and will bark at weird noises or visitors. His foster family has been teaching him his "place" command to help him settle, and he is making fantastic progress on their busy street!

The Practical Stuff
• House Trained: Yes! He is fully house-trained, though his foster family uses a belly band as a proactive measure during his transition and training.
• Crate Trained: Yes, he sleeps beautifully in his crate through the night.
• Separation: He handles being left alone well. He will wait patiently by the door for you to return without barking.
• Coat: Incredibly soft, low-shedding coat.
• Health: Fully recovered from his hind leg injury/surgery, up-to-date on his vaccines (including rabies), neutered and microchipped.

Stewie is good in the car, loves adventures, and is currently practicing his best behavior at outdoor restaurants and coffee shops. If you are ready to give this resilient, affectionate, and loyal boy the structure and love he deserves, apply today to bring Stewie home!
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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 terrier is a spirited and intelligent dog breed known for its feisty personality and boundless energy. Terriers come in various sizes and coat types, but they all share a common heritage as fearless and determined hunters. These dogs are typically highly trainable, making them versatile companions for active individuals and families alike. With their loyalty and playful demeanor, terriers are beloved for their endless enthusiasm and affectionate nature.

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