Poppy (VA)
Rat Terrier (short coat) · Adult (2 years) · Female · Small · Atlanta, GA
Notes from New Rattitude, Inc.
Hello, my name is Poppy. I weigh around 18 lbs., and my foster family thinks I am only 1-2 years old! When I first got to my foster home, I was afraid of many things and very shy, but I am learning that life is not so scary. My foster family has many words to describe me: goofy, playful, enthusiastic, loving, snuggly, and very sweet. And did I mention I'm house-trained? I also sleep quietly in my crate at night, although I would love sleeping in bed with my humans just as much.
I am still not comfortable walking on a leash, and I startle at loud noises, so my forever home will need a fenced yard so I can show off my house-training. I would also love another confident younger dog to help me continue learning to be my best self. I am learning to keep all four paws on the ground when I get excited, which means I probably shouldn't go to a family with small children – I might knock them over with my long legs.
My foster family is so proud of me for the progress I have made, and I am looking forward to a forever family who can be patient with my training! In the meantime, I am perfectly Poppy. You can see more of my photos at this link: https://imageevent.com/newrattitude/poppy
About Poppy (VA)
Gets along with
- Kids
- Yes
- Dogs
- Yes
Home and care
- House-trained
- Yes
- Indoor or outdoor
- Indoor Only
- Needs a yard
- Yes
- Fence
- Any Type
- Energy
- Moderate
- Exercise needs
- Moderate
- Grooming needs
- Low
- Training
- Has Basic Training
- Coat
- Short
Health
- Vaccinations current
- Yes
- Special needs
- No
AffectionateCrate-trainedGoofyOlder kids onlyPlayfulTimid
As listed by New Rattitude, Inc.. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.
What happens next
- Contact New Rattitude, Inc. using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
- They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
- 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 New Rattitude, Inc., never to AdoptNearby.
- Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.



