Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
** ADOPTION APPLICATIONS MUST BE ON FILE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A MEET AND GREET - TMM DOES NOT RESPOND TO THE 'I'M INTERESTED' MESSAGES **
Please read the bio in full, and submit an application using the link at the bottom.
INTRODUCING THEODORE
Theodore is an adorable Dalmatian (potentially mixed) pup with a heart full of love. His nickname, Theo, perfectly suits his charming personality. This little guy loves to give kisses, and once he gets comfortable, you’ll be showered with affection! Though Theo can be a little shy and nervous with new people at first, he warms up quickly and will soon be your best friend! As is common with the breed, Theo is a "velcro dog," meaning he loves being by your side and will happily follow you around wherever you go.
Theodore appears to show confidence in new experiences after you have bonded and isn't fazed by loud noises—he's even a champ in the bathtub and shower! He's growing more vocal by the day, making adorable play noises and little grunts to get your attention. If you're looking for a playful pup with a bit of sass, Theo’s your guy.
Theo is doing well with kennel training—he knows his kennel is a safe and cozy space for both mealtimes and bedtime, and he sleeps soundly through the night (7-8 hours). He’s still working on house and potty training but is making progress, currently holding it for about 2-3 hours. He’s just starting to discover the fun of toys, and you’ll see his playful side shining through as he continues to explore and engage!
Adopting a puppy is a HUGE commitment! Puppies, especially active breeds like Dalmatians, require lots of time, patience, and love. Theo will need plenty of mental and physical stimulation each day to keep him happy and healthy. Dalmatians are a high-energy breed, so you'll need to provide him with regular playtime, walks, and consistent training to keep his mind engaged.
Theo is a quick learner, but house training and getting used to his new routine will take time and dedication. Be prepared for the challenges that come with raising a puppy, including accidents and lots of activity. However, the reward is a loving, loyal companion who will always be by your side.
If you have the time, patience, and energy to commit to a playful and affectionate puppy like Theo, he will fill your life with joy, love, and lots of puppy kisses. Are you ready to bring Theo into your home and give him the forever family he deserves?
Note: DALMATIANS ARE NOT FOR EVERYONE! They are considered a HIGH energy breed and are commonly on breed restriction lists for apartment communities - please be sure to do your research prior to submitting an application.
About the Dalmatian Breed:
Dalmatians are commonly known for needing to be exercised and mentally stimulated daily! A bored Dalmatian will usually be a destructive and unruly Dalmatian. This breed will also shed twice a year, January through June and July through December (did you catch that?). Dalmatians are big time shedders! We're talking those small hairs that weave in between fabric and never come out. If you prefer a fur free home, this breed is not for you.
Dalmatians are also known for being HUA (High Uric Acid) unless specifically bred with LUA (Low Uric Acid) genes. This means that they cannot process purines and will need specialized diets. There is plenty of information online for low purine food options as this condition is similar in dietary restrictions for a human who has gout disease. Low purine options include turkey, chicken and whitefish based foods. Pork, venison and other gamey meat options - along with ALL secreting organs and all variations of yeast - are off the menu.
"Standard" dog kibbles which contain secreting organs (liver, kidneys, gizzards, meat byproducts, meat meals, etc) should NOT be fed to this breed if they are HUA. Feeding these dog foods would put our pups at risk for HUU (Hyperuricosuria), bladder crystallization, and/or bladder stones which could even lead to death.
We recommend feeding either a low purine raw or balanced fresh food diet, or utilizing dehydrated mixes from The Honest Kitchen (made with human grade low purine ingredients) to ensure they do not have any issues during their lifetime. If you cannot afford to feed these types of dog foods, please do not submit an application. Dalmatians are an expensive breed to properly care for and any future adopter/owner should be prepared for the expenses.
We do not currently know if Theo is HUA or LUA, however unless a Dalmatian was specifically bred with LUA genes - they are going to be HUA. So to err on the side of caution and be preventative, we will treat him as a HUA Dalmatian until proven otherwise. We do plan to run an Embark DNA + Health test prior to adoption.
Interested in adopting Theo? Please visit our website to fill out an application:
https://themadduxmovement.godaddysites.com/adoption-application
Interested in looking at other available Dalmatians? You can follow us on facebook or instagram to find out when our next Dalmatian arrives:
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The Maddux Movement is a non-profit foster based rescue located in Atlanta, GA. Our mission is to rescue and rehome animals that are in abusive, neglectful or endangering situations, which includes traditional or open admission shelters, strays, owner surrenders and puppy mills. Adoptions are not based on a first come first serve basis. The individual(s) selected will be chosen by what is best for each animal. Although our rescue is breed focused, we are not a breed restrictive rescue.
All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (including leptospirosis and canine influenza).
Additionally, each adopted dog will be sent home with a new Fi Series 2 GPS Tracker Smart Dog Collar (with a 1 year subscription), a copy of The Forever Dog Life by Rodney Habib and Dr. Karen Becker and a complimentary dog blanket.