West Highland White Terrier Westie and Maltese Dogs Available for Adoption in Kennesaw, Georgia

AN ADORABLE GENTLEMAN: Approx. 13 years old / Approx. 10 lbs.

Hi, my name is Ralphie! I came to Mostly Mutts when my family was moving and couldn’t take me with them. I have been spending time in a great foster home and am enjoying my time here, and they love me, so that sounds like a good preview of the great home that awaits me! I’m now available for adoption, so plan to meet me soon!

• OTHER DOGS/CATS/KIDS: I’ve met dogs in my foster home, and I pretty much just ignore them and go about my normal business. So, if you have a dog that is not looking for a playmate, let’s meet! / Cats unknown. / I’ve met some very gentle kids in my foster home and have been fine with them, though I am not looking to be a kid’s buddy or to interact with them much, so if you have older kids that sound like a match for me, let’s meet and best no very young kids.

• PERSONALITY/ENERGY LEVEL: I’m a quiet, sweet and easygoing senior boy who enjoys a peaceful life and spends much of my time happily snoozing in my comfy beds. I like knowing where my people are and enjoy a nice back scratch and gentle attention, though I’m not especially interested in being held or hanging out on the couch. I do enjoy my walks, and if I’m not quite ready to head back inside, I may simply keep strolling past the steps instead of stopping to be carried up. Stairs are difficult for me, and I do not walk up or down them, so a home with few to no steps would be especially nice. I am fine being carried when need be. / Energy Level: 2-3 though I do get a little pep in my step for walks some days.

• SKILLS/CRATE/POTTY: I don’t recall if I know any commands, but Mostly Mutts offers free lifetime training classes for all their adopted dogs, so we could go to one of those – or we could just not concern ourselves and enjoy a quiet life at home. / I am not crated in my foster home and just sleep in one of my doggie beds. / I must be honest with you and say that my potty manners are not good. I do potty when I’m on walks, but when inside, I will potty there, too.

• LIKES/DISLIKES: I enjoy napping, gentle pets along my back, and my tasty meals and treats. Little snacks of apples and veggies are especially nice! I also like hanging out in the kitchen with my people, though I do get a little underfoot while supervising all the activities. / I’m not a fan of stairs and need to be carried up and down them. I can be sensitive about being touched on my face or head, which may have been related to needing dental cleaning and tooth pain – thankfully I’ve had that done so time will tell. Like all dogs, I’m sure I wouldn’t like it if I didn’t get enough love and good care.

• MEDICAL: I'm current on annual vaccinations, micro-chipped and neutered. I’ve just had a dental cleaning and 5 teeth pulled, so thankfully, my mouth is healthy again. I’ve got some older gentleman lumps and bumps that are of no concern to me, and I hope you won’t mind them either. I’m on a good over-the-counter Cosequin joint supplement which is good for all older dogs.

I’m looking forward to living a good quiet lifestyle with a family that will treasure me! My adoption fee is $100.00, and I’m located in Kennesaw, Ga.

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 West Highland White Terrier, commonly known as Westie, is a small but sturdy and confident dog breed originating from Scotland. Known for their distinctive white coats, Westies are friendly, alert, and spirited companions. With their playful nature and strong hunting instincts, they make excellent family pets. Their compact size, low shedding, and loving personality make them popular choices for both city dwellers and country homes. West Highland White Terriers thrive on human companionship and are adaptable to various living environments.

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