Candy

Available

3-7 years|Terrier|Female|Small|Oakley, CA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children

Candy

Available

3-7 years|Terrier|Female|Small|Oakley, CA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children

Candy is a small, affectionate Terrier mix in Oakley, CA, with a white and cream short coat and soulful eyes. She’s an adult female who is spayed, house trained, and current on vaccinations. Candy gets along well with children and would make a wonderful companion for someone seeking a loyal friend by their side.

About Candy

Candy is a 5-year-old Terrier mix with soft white fur, a pink nose, and deeply expressive eyes. Weighing just 18 pounds, she’s a small package who’s happiest as a constant companion—always at your side or curled up close for a nap. Her signature move is the “Candy Crescent,” where she bends herself into a half-moon just to keep an eye on you. Playful and affectionate, Candy loves chin scratches, attention, and exploring her home before relaxing with her favorite person. She’s spayed, microchipped, and her vaccinations are all current, so she’s ready to fit right into a new home right away. Candy does best as the only dog or with slow introductions to other dogs, as new canine friends can make her nervous. She does get along with children and would thrive in a home where she can be someone’s devoted shadow and loyal friend. Ready to meet your new best friend? Apply now!

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Rescues & Shelters

Animal Rescue Recon (925) 392-7654

Location Address: P.O. Box 638 Oakley, CA 94561 Get directions

Questions about Candy

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Candy, as a small Terrier mix, is adaptable to a range of living environments, including apartments and houses. She is most content in a home where she can be close to her person and not left alone for long periods.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Candy does not require a large yard. Regular walks and time outside suffice as she mainly wants companionship and indoor comfort, with short bursts of playtime.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Yes, Candy’s affectionate and gentle temperament means Terrier mixes like her are generally suitable for homes with children, enjoying interaction and family bonds.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Candy’s breed is suitable for both first-time and experienced owners, provided she gets loving attention and steady routines.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Terrier mixes like Candy can be particular about dog friends. Candy prefers to be the only dog or needs careful introductions with other dogs.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Terriers can sometimes coexist with cats, depending on individual temperament and proper introduction. Candy may do well if the cat is dog-savvy and the introduction is gradual.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Terrier breeds often have a strong prey drive, so care should be taken with smaller animals in the home. Supervised interaction is recommended.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Candy the Terrier mix may be reserved at first but generally warms up quickly with patience and kindness.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Candy prefers not to be alone for long periods; a few hours may be manageable, but she thrives with company and routine presence.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Basic obedience is important for Candy, but her intelligence makes her easy to train with consistency and positive reinforcement.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Candy and similar Terrier mixes usually fall in the small range, around 18 pounds, making them easy companions for most households.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
A small Terrier mix like Candy commonly lives between 12 and 16 years with good care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Candy’s short coat means she sheds minimally, so her grooming needs are quite low.