Wirehaired Terrier Dogs Available for Adoption in Plainfield, Illinois

Oliver 2 years old | 14 lbs | Wire-haired terrier mix

Meet Oliver — a wire-haired whirlwind with a big-dog personality packed into a small, scruffy frame. This 14-pound firecracker spends his days prancing from one adventure to the next, chasing tennis balls until his legs give out and engineering creative solutions to the garbage can lid situation. His sparkling eyes are basically a warning label for sock theft.

For all his feisty bravado, Oliver has a tender side too. Loud noises like thunder send him sprinting for cover, and new people can make him a little uncertain — he'd much rather assess someone from a safe distance before deciding they're worthy of his affections. Once you've earned his trust, though, you have a fiercely loyal companion for life.

Oliver is looking for an all-female household where he can truly relax and feel secure. Men and even younger boys make him very anxious. He blossoms with patient, calm energy and will reward that safety with endless personality, snuggles, and the occasional stolen sneaker.

If your home is his kind of haven, Oliver is ready to steal your heart — along with your favorite footwear.

If you are interested in adopting/meeting this pup , please complete our online adoption application that you can find here: https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/dog-adoption-application . Your application will be reviewed by our team and if it is a good fit, we will send to the foster family to set up a meet!

The adoption fee of $400 will include spay/neuter, microchip, age appropriate/required vaccinations, treatment for heartworm and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new pup for your family. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Although we do our best to describe breed, since our pups all come from shelters we can not and will not make any guarantee on breed or size. We can tell you that they are 100% RESCUED! And that is the BEST breed!

*please note that we are a foster home based rescue and we do home visits as part of the adoption process - we are unable to adopt to families who live outside of the Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Thank you for your understanding.

The Wirehaired Terrier is a charming and energetic dog breed known for its shaggy coat and lively personality. Originating from terriers bred for hunting small game, they are intelligent, spirited, and make loyal companions. Their wiry coat requires regular grooming to prevent matting, and they thrive on ample exercise and mental stimulation. With proper training and socialization, Wirehaired Terriers can be excellent family pets, excelling in activities such as agility and obedience.

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