Meet Minnie! Minnie is a charming 5-year-old black-and-tan Poodle weighing around 12-14 lbs. With her playful personality, she loves her crackly toys and entertains herself with adorable zoomies, keeping her human companions grinning with her silly antics. Having successfully lived with other dogs, Minnie would welcome a canine companion. However, she also enjoys simply being near her people. While she is crate-trained and has a moderate energy level, Minnie thrives in a calm home that can offer structure and patience. She's currently learning essential life skills like house training and leash walking. Since leash walks stress her out, Minnie needs a home with a securely fenced yard where she can play and confidently exercise. Shyness is part of Minnie’s nature; quick movements and unfamiliar situations can startle her. Though she enjoys companionship, she's not a cuddly lap dog at this stage—preferring affection on her own terms. The perfect adopter will recognize that earning her trust is a gradual process, celebrating the small milestones with gentle, positive reinforcement. An ideal situation for Minnie would be an adult-only household or one with older teens, as she doesn’t do well with young children. If you’re seeking a sweet, quirky little companion and can give her the space to blossom at her own pace, Minnie is ready to find her forever family. Click apply to start the adoption process.