Hi, I'm Abe Lincoln. I've been told I'm a pretty special guy—calm, well-mannered, and easy to live with. I'm very much a creature of routine. It took me a few days to settle into eating in my foster home, but once my bowl was moved closer to the dining table, everything clicked. Now I happily eat whenever my people sit down for meals or snacks. I like being part of the action. Every morning starts the same way: I go out to the enclosed backyard to take care of business, then I come back inside and wait patiently by the refrigerator for my treat. That said, if you sit on the couch and call me over, I'll choose snuggles over snacks every time. I love my dog bed so much that I have two of them. During the day, I like to relax downstairs, keeping an eye on things. At night, I head upstairs and sleep peacefully in whichever bedroom my bed is in. I'm flexible, as long as I'm comfortable and close by. I spend time with my foster's three-and-a-half-year-old grandson, who visits often. He's loud and still learning how to be gentle, but I'm endlessly patient with him. I do have a strong interest in squirrels—they're very exciting, and I'll bark and try to chase them. I don't have any other canine companions in my foster home. While I may bark at other dogs, I did live with a small senior dog in my prior home, and I have met bigger dogs before and have done well with a proper introduction. I have also lived with a Cockatiel bird and tolerated it very well out of the cage and even sitting next to me on the couch! I’m well-trained, polite, and eager to please, and I’m not destructive. I respond best to calm guidance and consistency. I’ve made great progress with leash walking and continue to improve every day. I’m comfortable being handled and truly enjoy grooming, baths, and brushing—regular grooming helps me look and feel my best and is a required part of owning a true poodle like myself. Once I’m freshly brushed, I can’t help but strut around proudly! I do have some protective instincts that my future family should understand. I can resource guard my person on walks, am very wary of strangers in the yard, and can react by dashing toward the door when delivery drivers arrive. Because of this, I need a confident, experienced owner who can provide structure and clear guidance. My ideal home is a quieter environment without a lot of constant in-and-out activity. While I’ve done well in my foster home, I truly thrive in a more predictable setting where I can feel secure and settled. I may need a couple of weeks to fully adjust, but once I do, I become an incredibly loyal and devoted member of the family who would never harm his people. I’m looking for someone who is around most of the time. I appreciate routine, a cozy place to rest, and people who enjoy companionship as much as I do. A fenced yard is a bonus (especially for squirrel watching) but not required if I get regular walks and attention. If you’re looking for a loyal, steady, and deeply devoted companion, I’m ready to be your very best friend. This is a Pay It Forward dog. This means the adoption donation of $550 will help to save another pup needing rescue and vetting. If you are interested in this dog, please complete an adoption application. Email: dogs@almosthomefoundation.org Almost Home Foundation's adoption requirements: (1) Be at least 21 years of age; (2) Have the consent of all adults living in the household; (3) Have approval from the residence owner; (4) Have valid ID with current address; (5) Be approved by Almost Home Foundation as a suitable adoptive home; and (6) Live in the suburbs surrounding Schaumburg (Illinois Residents only) *** Please note that Almost Home Foundation accepts only cash or checks for adoption fees; we do not accept debit or credit cards. ***