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DARWIN

Poodle (Miniature) (medium coat) · Senior (8 years 11 months) · Male · Small · Woodland Hills, CA

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Notes from Melita's Dream Animal Rescue

Meet Darwin – Our Sweet Senior Miniature Poodle Looking for a Forever Home! ❤️

Darwin found himself on the cold ground of East Valley Shelter in his senior years, through no fault of his own. Now, this sweet boy deserves a second chance at a life filled with love, comfort, and security.

Darwin is approximately 9–10 years old and weighs about 24 lbs. He is vaccinated and microchipped. Due to his age and medical considerations, Darwin cannot be neutered, and we have a medical exemption letter from his veterinarian.

Despite everything he has been through, Darwin is a very sweet and gentle soul. He loves being around people, enjoys playing with other dogs, and is always happy to take a cozy nap. He would make a wonderful companion for someone who appreciates the simple joys of having a loving senior dog by their side.

Darwin is looking for a special home that will love him for the rest of his life. He has already experienced the uncertainty of ending up in a shelter, and we want to make sure he never has to go through that again. He deserves a family who will cherish him, care for him, and give him the safe and loving home he has always deserved.

Could you be Darwin’s happy ending?

If you are interested in adopting Darwin or offering him a foster-to-adopt home, please contact Melita’s Dream Animal Rescue.

Please share Darwin’s story. His forever family may be just one share away! ❤️

About DARWIN

Gets along with

Kids
Yes
Dogs
Yes

Home and care

Indoor or outdoor
Indoor Only
Energy
Low
Exercise needs
Low
Grooming needs
Moderate
With new people
Friendly
Training
Has Basic Training
Owner experience
Some needed
Coat
Medium

Health

Special needs
No

AffectionateGentleGood in the carIntelligentLeash-trainedObedientPlayfulPlays with toys

As listed by Melita's Dream Animal Rescue. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

What happens next

  1. Contact Melita's Dream Animal Rescue using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Melita's Dream Animal Rescue, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.
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