Clare

Available

8 years and up|Terrier|Female|Small|Spring, TX

♿️ Special needs🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children

Clare

Available

8 years and up|Terrier|Female|Small|Spring, TX

♿️ Special needs🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children

Clare is a spayed senior mixed breed terrier, estimated between 8 and 12 years old, and weighs about 10 lbs. She's fully vaccinated and currently in Spring, TX. Clare arrived with significant special needs including cataracts, but she’s resilient and able to eat kibble even after losing her teeth. She isn't house trained yet, but she is good with children.

About Clare

Clare came into rescue from a difficult start, arriving underweight and badly in need of care. Despite her struggles, she’s handled everything with patience—from baths to much-needed nail trims. Clare has cataracts but can still see, and even after losing her teeth during a dental, she eats kibble with no trouble. She weighs around 10 lbs and is thought to be somewhere between 8 and 12 years old, since her overall health and condition make it hard to know for sure. Clare gets along with other dogs and brings a bit of spunk to any yard and home she enters. She’s fully vaccinated, spayed, and microchipped. She still needs some help with house training but adjusts well to new routines. Clare’s adoption comes with a safety harness and heartworm preventative for six months. If you want a small, older companion who’s proven she can bounce back and still loves to play, Clare could be the one for you. Your new best friend is just one click away.

Questions about Clare

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Clare is a small mixed breed terrier who does well in homes with a quieter atmosphere, ideally with people who can provide her stability and care. She adapts to apartments or houses as long as her needs are met.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Terriers like Clare appreciate a secure yard or regular walks. She’s small and older, so she doesn't need a huge space, just enough to stretch her legs and explore safely.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Clare gets along well with children, making her a suitable option for families looking for a gentle companion.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Mixed breed terriers like Clare can be a good fit for both first-time and experienced owners. Her age and special needs may be better suited for someone comfortable with occasional medical care and patience with house training.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Clare does get along with other dogs and would likely thrive with a friendly canine companion in the household.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
While Clare's interactions with cats are unknown, mixed breed terriers can adapt to cats if introduced carefully and monitored at first.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Terriers may have a chase instinct, but due to Clare’s age and temperament, she may be more docile around small animals. Supervised introductions are best.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Clare seems tolerant of new experiences and people, so she’s likely to be calm and accepting with patient introductions.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Clare is a senior and prefers not to be left alone for too long. She does best with people around or another pet in the house.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Like many terriers, Clare benefits from positive reinforcement and routine. She isn’t fully house trained yet, so her adopter should be willing to work with her patiently.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Clare is a small dog, weighing about 10 lbs.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Small mixed breed terriers can live 13 to 16 years with proper care. Clare is estimated to be 8-12 years old.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Terriers like Clare may shed lightly, depending on the coat type. Regular grooming keeps shedding under control.