Meet Rita! Rita is a 4-year-old, 14-lb female pug mix who made the journey all the way from California and is now learning the ropes of life in New York City. This sweet girl is equal parts playful and snuggly. Rita loves a good game of fetch, enjoys her walks around the neighborhood, and is always happy to curl up for some quality cuddle time with her people. When she's relaxing at home, you'll often find her cozied up with her favorite toy turtle. Rita is a smart pup who is already picking up on basic commands like “sit” and continuing to work on her obedience skills. She's also quickly gotten the hang of walking on a leash and does best using a well-fitting harness while exploring the outdoors. Rita is still working on her house-training. Her foster family has been helping her learn with a consistent schedule and frequent walks, and her forever family will need to continue supporting her as she builds this routine. She's a very affectionate dog who bonds closely with her people and would thrive in a home where someone is around most of the time. Rita can experience a bit of separation anxiety when left alone—she may cry, but she isn't destructive. A lick mat with peanut butter helps keep her happily occupied if she needs to spend some time by herself. Rita would do best in a quieter home environment where she can enjoy both her playful moments and her downtime. She transitions easily from energetic games of fetch to peaceful snuggle sessions on the couch. Rita does well with other dogs and would likely enjoy having a canine companion. She has not yet been tested with cats. Because she appreciates a calmer environment, we recommend a home with older children. If you're looking for a loving, playful companion who will happily alternate between fetch and couch cuddles, Rita may just be your perfect match. Vaccinated for rabies, DHPP, and bordetella, heartworm negative, microchipped and spayed. Current on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention. To apply for Rita, visit our website (www.waggytailrescue.org) for an adoption application. It is important to fill out an application as soon as possible for consideration, and we require a complete application for you to meet an animal. We are currently unable to respond to general email inquiries as an all-volunteer run rescue. If the dog is on our website, they are still available. Waggytail Rescue CANNOT guarantee the exact age of any adoptable dog, or final size of any of our adoptable puppies. We rely on the information provided to us by veterinarians, shelters, owner surrenders and other circumstances bringing the dog into our rescue. Adoptions: adopt@waggytailrescue.org