Meet Cowboy — a 6‑year‑old, 12 lb mini poodle mix with a gentle spirit and a whole lot of love to give! Quick Facts: Name: Cowboy Breed: Mini Poodle Mix Age: 6 years old Weight: 12 lbs. (needs to gain some weight) House-Trained: Yes Crate-Trained: Working on it! Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Not tested Good with Kids: Best with age 10+ Energy Level: Medium to High (loves to play and take walks!) Fence Required: No About Cowboy’s Breed: Our best guess is that Cowboy is a Miniature Poodle mixed breed. Miniature Poodles are known for being highly intelligent, affectionate, and easy to train, ranking among the smartest dog breeds. They’re energetic, agile, and love being part of family activities. Their curly, low‑shedding coat makes them a good option for people with mild allergies, and their small size (typically 10–15 inches tall and 10–15 lbs) makes them adaptable to many living situations. These dogs are lively, social, and enjoy both mental and physical stimulation. Mini Poodles thrive in homes that can offer regular exercise, enrichment, and companionship. They do well with active families, singles, or retirees who enjoy daily walks, playtime, and training sessions. Because they’re so people‑oriented, they prefer homes where they’re not left alone for long periods. Their coat requires regular grooming, so an adopter should be prepared for consistent brushing and professional grooming appointments. With the right balance of activity, affection, and structure, Mini Poodles make loyal, loving, and highly adaptable companions. What to Love about Cowboy: Cowboy is a people‑oriented sweetheart with zero aggression and a soft, affectionate nature. He transitioned into his foster home with ease and quickly showed just how friendly and adaptable he is. He loves being near his humans, sleeping under the bed at night, and hopping up in the morning to say hello! Cowboy is an active little guy who loves his walks — he even runs to grab his leash when he’s ready to go! He’s doing wonderfully with leash training and gets happier and more excited every day he gets to explore. With his medium‑to‑high energy level, he’ll thrive with a family committed to daily exercise and outdoor time. He knows how to sit and shake, and he’s eager to keep learning. Because Cowboy barks when he hears noises (especially while in his crate), he’ll need a home without shared walls — no apartments or condos. He’s crate trained but still learning to feel fully comfortable in it, and he does have some separation anxiety, so a family who is home more often than not will be the best fit. He is perfectly potty trained and keeps a clean routine. Cowboy does great with other dogs and enjoys their company. He hasn’t met cats yet, but he’s open to giving it a try! For kids, he’d do best with respectful, school‑aged children 10 and up due to his energy level. He’ll need regular grooming to keep his coat healthy and soft, and he’ll reward you with endless affection, loyalty, and companionship. Cowboy is a loving, lively, people‑focused pup who’s ready to find a forever family that will keep him active, close, and cherished! Cowboy’s Cute Highlights: 6‑year‑old, 12 lb mini poodle mix with a sweet, gentle personality Medium‑to‑high energy and loves going on walks Runs to grab his leash when he’s ready to go out Doing great with leash training and enjoys daily exercise Needs a home without shared walls (no apartments/condos) due to barking at noises while crated Very people‑oriented, affectionate, and has zero aggression Sleeps under the bed and hops up in the morning to say hello Knows sit and shake Perfectly potty trained with a consistent routine Crate trained and learning to feel more comfortable with it Has some separation anxiety and would love a family home often Great with other dogs after proper introductions Hasn’t met cats yet but open to trying Best with respectful, school‑aged kids 10+ Will need regular grooming to keep his coat healthy Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!