Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Benny - a charming 10-year-old, 14-pound Maltese/Bichon mix from Mexico. Benny has settled into life with his foster family on the Upper East Side, living the good life in a "deluxe apartment in the sky!" He’s an adventurous spirit, who enjoys daily walks to his favorite coffee shop, exploring Central Park (especially the Alice in Wonderland statue), and, of course, keeping an eye on the fridge—he’s a master at appearing the moment it opens!
Benny is a sweet and intelligent pup, currently learning the “sit” command and making progress with other obedience training. He communicates with his foster parents through a variety of adorable doggy signals, though they’re still figuring out what they all mean. Benny is mostly house-trained with minimal accidents, and wears a diaper overnight without issue. During the day, he follows a consistent routine of going outside 3-4 times, and he’s adjusting well.
Though he’s still working on his leash skills, Benny is a pro at walking around the city, even taking the crosstown bus like a little gentleman. He knows how to wait for the light and crosswalk and enjoys meeting new sights and smells along the way.
Benny is also learning how to interact with other dogs. He can be a bit nervous or guarded around new dogs on the sidewalk, but with time, he’ll open up once he’s comfortable. His forever family will need to continue his training, especially in social situations, and give him plenty of belly rubs and love.
While Benny experiences a bit of separation anxiety, he’ll happily greet you with boundless excitement and tail wags when you return. He loves being a shadow to his people, always by your side. His playful side also shines when he’s in the kitchen—he’s a little sous chef who’s very particular about food portions (more is always better)!
When Benny’s not hanging out in the kitchen, you can find him curled up with his favorite Peeps toy, watching Real Housewives episodes, or enjoying his quiet time in the bathtub (he’ll randomly hop out and surprise you!). He’s a big fan of cozy cuddles and would love to find a calm, loving home where he can feel safe and secure.
Benny would do well in a home with or without children and has proven to be great around kids, even those running around at the park. While Benny could adjust to having another dog in the home, he’s perfectly content as the only pet, as long as he has your attention.
If you’re looking for a witty, loving, and loyal companion who’ll bring joy and adventure to your life, Benny is the perfect match!
Vaccinated for rabies, DHPP, bordetella, and Lepto. Neutered and microchipped. Current on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.
To apply to foster/foster to adopt Benny Blanco, visit our website (www.waggytailrescue.org) for a foster application. It is important to fill out an application as soon as possible for consideration, and we require a complete application for you to meet an animal. We are currently unable to respond to general email inquiries as an all-volunteer run rescue. If the dog is on our website, they are still available.
Waggytail Rescue CANNOT guarantee the exact age of any adoptable dog, or final size of any of our adoptable puppies. We rely on the information provided to us by veterinarians, shelters, owner surrenders and other circumstances bringing the dog into our rescue.
Questions: adopt@waggytailrescue.org
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