Miniature Poodle puppies and dogs in Havre de Grace, Maryland

WINNIE is a one year-old Labradoodle who was turned into us through no fault of her own - The family simply didn’t think puppy ownership through. Winnie is a delightful dog! She’s about 30 pounds and did not get the curly doodle coat making her “wash and wear “- a great adventure partner! Winnie is great with other dogs and good with cats. She walks well on a leash and is 110% housebroken. She is crate trained but would prefer but also trustworthy outside of the crate. True to her breed, she is an active girl and we would love to have a family who can get her the RDA of exercise, whether it be hiking, camping or going to the kids soccer games. Great travel size - good in the car!  We cannot say enough good things about this dog! Winnie has been spayed, vaccinated, tested negative for Heartworms and tickborne diseases and is micro chipped. She is ready to move in with an active family like yours! Please fill out an application at www.companimals.org. Adoption $350  March 26, 2025, 8:14 am

Billy is a fluffy ball of love! He will thrive in a home environment, though he would do best in a home without small children. Billy grew up in a loving home, but when they could not take him along, he was brought to us. He is looking for his new forever home, could that be you? Billy is always in a contagiously happy mood, he would make for the perfect best friend! He loves to be the center of attention so he would thrive as your only canine companion.

Please read the bio in full for answers to your questions. In the event you have a question that is not covered in the bio, please email info@seniordoghaven.org. If interested in adopting, please complete an adoption application which can be found at https://seniordoghaven.org/adoption-process/. Please note that because all our dogs live in foster homes, we are unable to set up meetings with a dog unless we have a completed adoption application on file. Adoptions must be about within a reasonable commute from Wilmington, DE for our volunteers to be able to conduct an in-person home visit Meet Blackberry! Blackberry is a 10-year-old, 10 lb mini Poodle mix who was surrendered by his owner. He had been sadly neglected and it was time for a new beginning. Blackberry was brought into our care and immediately received a sedated shave and was neutered. It was discovered that one of his eyes was missing, and the other one was so damaged, it had to be removed. Although Blackberry is deaf as well as blind, he doesn’t miss a trick. This amazing pup can wake from a sound sleep, sniff his way across the room, and jump on the sofa to find his foster mom eating cereal without him! Blackberry is very close to being housebroken. He will wear diapers, but only if he needs to be alone for several hours. When he is kept on a schedule, he remains accident free! Blackberry can’t do stairs, but very quickly learned where the front door is and how to step down out of the house. Blackberry doesn’t require any monthly prescription medications but will take Trazadone on occasion when he needs to be alone for several hours to avoid separation anxiety. Due to being both blind and deaf, he would be happiest to have an owner who is home most of the time. He likes to know his people are near and will cry out if he feels lost. Blackberry gets along well with other dogs but doesn’t like cats. He would do best in an adult-only home or one with dog savvy children that are aware of his special needs. Blackberry walks on a leash but tends to criss cross and would be happier with a fenced-in yard. Blackberry is a super sweet pup who enjoys greeting people. He loves to have his belly rubbed, get picked up, and enjoys lots of cuddles. He happily sleeps in bed with his foster mom and is a certified couch potato. If you need an adorable, furry friend to keep you company and make you smile, please apply today!!

Please read the bio in full for answers to your questions. In the event you have a question that is not covered in the bio, please email info@seniordoghaven.org. If interested in adopting, please complete an adoption application which can be found at https://seniordoghaven.org/adoption-process/. Please note that because all our dogs live in foster homes, we are unable to set up meetings with a dog unless we have a completed adoption application on file. Adoptions must be within a reasonable distance from Landenberg, PA for our volunteers to be able to conduct an in-person home visit. Meet Max! Max is a 15-year-old, 12 lb., Poodle mix who was surrendered when his owner’s health declined. Max was in good health and only required a dental and neuter. He has good vision and hearing and is fully potty trained. Max gets along well with other dogs and older children. He walks well on a leash and has no trouble with stairs. Max is a more independent dog. He loves being with people but isn’t into cuddling.  Max is a happy pup who enjoys going for walks and exploring the yard. He loves to be part of the family, but won’t require your attention every minute of the day. If you want a low-maintenance dog, please apply today!

Silverado is being fostered in PA. I am a silver mini poodle that was born on 11/9/2024. I was born blind, but I do not know that. I go by the name of River because I go with the flow of life. Being blind has not stopped me from playing, running in the backyard, and learning how to go up and down stairs. Toys, did someone say toys? "I love toys!" I love everyone I meet, 4-legged and 2-legged, with a wagging wiggly butt. Snuggling is one of my favorite things to do, on laps, on the couch..... well just about anywhere. I would do well in a home with a confident, gentle dog that can help me adjust to my furever home. Older children will be ok but little kids will scare me. I sleep in my crate at night. I am quiet for 6-8 hours then I need to go out to pee and pooh. Then I go right back into my crate and sleep till my Foster Mom says it is time to get up and play with my foster sister. I have a gorgeous coat that will require regular grooming. I do not mind being left alone as long as I am safely in my crate. I am a quiet guy. I only have accidents when my Foster Mom is busy and not paying attention to me. "Hey, I am standing by the backdoor. Got to go out.” I am also working on walking on a leash. It is a work in progress. I am UTD on all vaccines. So, I am ready to find my furever home. I promise to love you with all my heart. So, if I sound like you could love me forever, please apply to adopt me. BDRA has voted against the use of electrical fencing effective immediately.

Banjo is being fostered in VA. Banjo is progressing with housebreaking skills. In January 2025, Banjo came to his Virginia foster home from Texas. His Texas family (who breed toy poodles) gave him to BDRA to rehome because an elderly person was worried she may trip over him. Banjo is a sweet 6 pound, 20-month-old poodle. Banjo’s coat is black except for a touch of grey on his back and then about two-thirds of his tail is grey too. Very distinctive and beautiful! He recently went to the groomers and she said he behaved very well! Banjo is very loving with his foster parents. He follows his foster mom around the house and loves to get attention. He especially loves ear rubs and is starting to enjoy “sofatime” in the evening with his foster mom and the other dogs. When he is going to be picked up, it helps him when his foster parents first let him smell their hands and also to hear their voices so he does not get startled by a touch he is not expecting. Once he knows who it is, he is excited and happy! Banjo likes the three other dogs in the foster home and enjoys sharing a bed with them - when they will allow it! When Banjo is out in the yard first, he immediately walks up to the other dogs when it is their turn to be outside. There is a cat in the foster home too. Banjo was very alert to the cat when he first arrived (he did not have cats in his former home) but now does not seem to notice her. Banjo lost his vision around the time of his birth but his hearing is good and so is his sense of smell. Within a couple weeks of being in his foster home, he learned his way around. He can be a high energy little guy, and anyone interested in adopting Banjo needs to be prepared for some activity! Remember, he is still a young dog and, while he is full-grown, he still some has puppy energy and can get so excited! At times, he will walk in circles; his foster mom guesses he has energy to burn so finds a safe circle to move around in (a safe circle since he has no vision) and then starts moving. But when he wants to, he can walk carefully in any direction he chooses. And, as he continues to settle into his foster home, he spends more time relaxing and less time on the go. When he is moving, he does a very good job at avoiding obstacles, including the other dogs, only occasionally gently bumping into them. He is even doing a bit of climbing (for example, from a dog bed to the top of a low dog crate that’s next to the bed). He is smart and is figuring things out! He has just started showing interest in playing with toys too. Banjo is very alert to sounds, especially new sounds, and he may growl or bark at times when he hears something new or unexpected. He also may join in the chorus of barking with the other three dogs who live in his foster home. Generally, though, he is quiet, including when he sleeps in his indoor pen at night. However, when he hears his foster parents getting up in the morning, he may bark a bit as if to say “come get me!” Banjo enjoys being outside. Like many dogs, he prefers mild, dry weather and, when the weather is good, he may walk all over the yard. There are times, though, when he is not interested in walking around (regardless of the weather) and so will stand still, waiting to be carried inside. While Banjo could likely learn to go up and down a step or two, Banjo would not be safe at this time going up and down a flight of steps on his own. Anyone interested in adopting Banjo needs to be prepared to carry him up and down steps. When Banjo arrived at his foster home, he was not housetrained so his foster parents have been working hard on this. He is making nice progress but still will have accidents. Anyone interested in adopting Banjo must be ready and willing to continue to work on housetraining with Banjo. Banjo loves to eat! When he first arrived at his foster home, he did not finish his food and turned his head at treats. Not anymore! He is thrilled at mealtime and cleans his bowl, and he loves to get a treat! Banjo was wonderful at his first vet visit, charming all the vet staff. The vet enjoyed holding Banjo in his lap while examining him. While Banjo was nervous when his blood was drawn, he never got snappy (nor has he ever been snappy at his foster home). He is a healthy dog and is on no medication. He is scheduled for a dental at the end of February to clean some tarter off his teeth and to investigate his eyes/eye sockets as there is some drainage. Once he is under anesthesia, the vet will be able to thoroughly check his eyes/eye sockets and make a decision about what needs to be done. After this surgery, it is expected Banjo will be ready to be adopted! :) Banjo is looking for a very special home. A home where his family understands he is still learning and where his family is willing to work with him as he continues to mature. Banjo is a sweet boy but would not be a good fit in a home with young children because young children tend to move quickly and unpredictably, and this would likely be startling for Banjo. If you believe you can provide Banjo with the loving, supportive, nurturing environment he deserves and can give Banjo the time he needs as he continues to learn and develop, please fill out an adoption application. More information will be provided to potential adopters after he has his surgery at the end of February. And remember the Blind Dog Rescue can work out a transport to get Banjo to you (within a reasonable distance). BDRA has voted against the use of electrical fencing effective immediately.