Mia

Available

6 months- 2 years|Terrier, Poodle|Female|Small|Manhattan, NY

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

A young small-sized female Gray / Blue / Silver Terrier dog named Mia for adoption in Manhattan, NY

Mia

Available

6 months- 2 years|Terrier, Poodle|Female|Small|Manhattan, NY

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

Mia is a small, young Terrier/Poodle mix with a gray, blue, and silver coat. She is spayed, house trained, and vaccinated, and currently in Manhattan, NY. She gets along with dogs, cats, and children. Mia would suit adopters seeking a beginner-friendly, social dog.

About Mia

Mia is a 1-year-old, small Terrier/Poodle mix weighing about 10lbs and already spayed. She’s part of the foster-to-adopt program, allowing interested folks to ease into adoption and make sure everyone’s happy before finalizing. Mia is set up well for someone new to having a dog but who still brings reliable dog care experience or has done some fostering or sitting. Her breed and age suggest she’s probably going to be a good starter companion with the right commitment. Mia will need a daily 60-minute walk or high-paced play, along with several shorter potty strolls, so her adopter should be ready for activity and able to provide structure and mental stimulation. She’s house trained, but like any rescue, expect some accidents in the first week. Mia gets along well with other dogs, and based on her breed mix, she’s also okay with cats and children, provided everyone’s respectful and supervised, especially kids under 8. She’s up to date on all vaccines, microchipped, and has come from rescue partners in areas where dogs risk euthanasia, so she’s a survivor. Mia is living in a foster home, not at the rescue facility. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.

Questions about Mia

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Mia’s Terrier/Poodle background makes her quite adaptable to both apartment and house living, provided she gets daily exercise and mental stimulation. She’d fit well in city or suburban settings.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Mia doesn’t need a huge yard but benefits from daily walks and access to green spaces. A small fenced yard is a bonus, but not required if she gets enough activity.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Terrier/Poodle mixes like Mia usually do well with respectful children, especially if interactions are always supervised and positive.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Mia’s mix is a good pick for first-time owners with some dog care experience or those eager to learn, as she’s described as beginner-friendly and adaptable.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Mia gets along with other dogs, and her mix tends to be sociable, though some individuals may prefer canine companionship more than others.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Mia gets along with cats based on her current assessment, and her breed mix doesn’t generally have a strong prey drive, so with proper introductions, coexistence is usually smooth.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Terrier/Poodle mixes like Mia have moderate prey instincts, so interactions with small animals should be closely watched at first. Some individuals do fine, especially when raised with them.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Mia, being a Terrier/Poodle mix, can be friendly yet slightly reserved at first with strangers, warming up quickly when given gentle introductions.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Mia should not be left alone for full working days; her breed mix prefers company and can develop separation anxiety if left for extended periods. 4-6 hours is usually the maximum.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Terrier/Poodle mixes like Mia tend to be intelligent and pick up basics quickly, thriving on positive reinforcement and brain games. Structure and consistency help her do best.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Mia is a small dog, with the Terrier/Poodle mix usually weighing anywhere from 10-20 lbs and remaining quite portable.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Mia’s mix generally has a long lifespan, commonly living 12 to 15 years with good care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Terrier/Poodle mixes like Mia tend to be low shedders thanks to their poodle heritage, but occasional brushing helps keep her coat healthy.