Gizmo

Available

3-7 years|Border Terrier|Male|Small|Greenville, SC

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🧠 Smart🐕 Dog Friendly

Gizmo

Available

3-7 years|Border Terrier|Male|Small|Greenville, SC

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🧠 Smart🐕 Dog Friendly

About Gizmo

Gizmo is a true hero in the making. With his brave and protective nature, he'll be your loyal sidekick through thick and thin. This athletic and independent boy is always up for an adventure and will bring a smile to your face with his playful and funny antics. Gizmo is incredibly smart and would be a great companion for an active family or individual. He gets along swimmingly with other dogs, so he'd be happy to join a pack or be your solo adventure buddy. Gizmo is ready to take on the world with you by his side, so if you're seeking a loyal and devoted friend, look no further! Come and meet this wonderful boy today and let him show you how he got his name – he's a real gizmo, full of wonderful surprises!

About Border Terrier Dogs

Border Terriers are small, tough working terriers with a distinctive otter-shaped head and wiry coat. Originally bred to hunt foxes along the English-Scottish border, they have the stamina and drive of a much larger dog packed into a compact body. They are one of the most balanced terrier breeds.

Adopting a Border Terrier brings an affectionate, adaptable companion into your home. They are good with children, get along with other dogs, and can happily live in an apartment or a country house. Their moderate exercise needs and friendly nature make them versatile family pets.

Temperament

AffectionateHappyObedientPlucky

Size

Small (11-16 lbs)

Exercise

Moderate

Good With

Kids, Dogs, Apartments

Lifespan

12-15 years

Health notes: May develop hip dysplasia, heart defects, and seizures. Their wiry coat needs hand-stripping a few times per year.

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Adopting in Greenville, SC

Greenville's thriving downtown and beautiful foothills setting have made it one of the fastest-growing cities in the Southeast for good reason. Local shelters and rescue organizations have many animals ready for loving homes in this revitalized community at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

With Falls Park on the Reedy, the Swamp Rabbit Trail stretching over 22 miles, and the Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes away, Greenville offers adopted pets an incredible blend of urban convenience and outdoor adventure.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

32°F to 52°F

Dec – Feb

Mild winters with occasional freezing rain and rare snow. Most days are comfortable for outdoor walks along the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Mountain elevations nearby can be significantly colder and icier.

Spring

45°F to 75°F

Mar – May

Beautiful blooming season with dogwoods and azaleas throughout the city. Pollen is heavy in the Piedmont. The Swamp Rabbit Trail is at its best in spring with comfortable temperatures and lush greenery.

Summer

68°F to 90°F

Jun – Aug

Warm and humid with afternoon thunderstorms. Walk pets early in the morning and take advantage of shaded sections of the Swamp Rabbit Trail. A short drive to the Blue Ridge offers cooler hiking options.