Ralphie Poodle Mix Memphis, TN

Ralphie is a 3 year old poodle mix who came from the Memphis Animal Shelter.  He weighs less than 10 pounds.  Ralphie has not been treated well in his past, and at times shows some defensive signs when meeting new people.  However, he warms up fast and begs to be held and always wants attention.  

 

Ralphie has a lot of personality, is loving, and can be energetic before he hops up for a lap and a nap. He may be best placed with an experienced pet person to observe his behavior with guests in the home.  For someone who lives alone, he would be just fine. He gets along well with other foster dogs his size, but seems to confront the larger dogs.  He would do well as an only dog or with a companion he gets along with. 



AN ADOPTION FEE OF $150 IS REQUIRED FOR RALPHIE.
If you are interested in adopting, have a look at our adoption website, read the online adoption agreement, complete the online adoption application, and submit it. Unless otherwise specified above in the dog's bio, adoption fees are $150.

If you are unable to adopt at this time, you may sponsor the care of this pet.






We adopt dogs from Memphis Animal Shelter when we can. The shelter has an 83% euthanasia rate, one of the highest in the country. Unfortunately, any dog coming from Memphis Animal Shelter, and most other shelters for that matter, will have been in contact with contagious illness. Even though the dogs have been in foster care and appear to be in good health, they may become stressed when changing environments and exhibit signs and symptoms of illness. If you have other pets, they need to be up to date on vaccines before bringing a shelter dog into your home. We will take the adopted animal back, but we are not responsible for your other animal's vet care. We always disclose where the dogs have come from. Please ask for any information about the dogs and exercise due caution if you have immunocompromised animals.