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Carlito

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

About Carlito

El Cajon, CA

Breed

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Short
Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Dignified, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Smart
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
Yes

Carlito’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Carlito's Story

Meet Carlito! Carlito has come a long way since his transfer to us from the San Diego Humane Society.<br/>He was shy, frightened, and emaciated, so we knew we would have to take an extremely gentle approach with this little guy. <br/>Carlito is such a cutie! He has since completed his weight gain and is happy and healthy! <br/>He has shown us how wild and silly he can be with his friends as they race around the play yards! While he can be a bit skittish at times, he allows us to give him gentle rubs, kisses, and will even close his eyes when we hit his favorite scritch spot: his chest and chin! <br/><br/>We highly recommend checking out Carlito's birthday post as it will elaborate on the behavioral considerations listed below:<br/>https://www.facebook.com/heartofgoldsshelter/posts/pfbid02MgpVtUMYLWnz72nPMAt5PFAu8evecv9a4QFWDDVjeuceosSxsWYU6vgqXutNtDWpl<br/><br/>Behavioral considerations: Carlito is quite scared of the world outside of the rescue facility. He enjoys the known such as his routine and our staff. He will do best in a kind, gentle, patient, and quiet home that is understanding of his need to take new things slowly and at his pace. <br/>Due to evading capture for quite some time prior to being caught by Humane Law Enforcement with a catchpole, Carlito is terrified of being harnessed, will alligator roll when he feels the resistance of a leash/lead, and will dart out of a door or escape route should the opportunity present itself. He also prefers not to be held as this feels constricting to him but will gladly hop onto a trusted person's lap for gentle snuggles. He is a street survivor after all, and his small stature means he had to be fast, agile, and smart to survive. <br/>An escape-proof yard is a must for him to safely have fun, explore, and race around as he so loves to do! He's so fast!<br/><br/>Regarding COVID-19 and other contagious illnesses: Please reschedule any visits if you are sick.

Meet Carlito! Carlito has come a long way since his transfer to us from the San Diego Humane Society.
He was shy, frightened, and emaciated, so we knew we would have to take an extremely gentle approach with this little guy.
Carlito is such a cutie! He has since completed his weight gain and is happy and healthy!
He has shown us how wild and silly he can be with his friends as they race around the play yards! While he can be a bit skittish at times, he allows us to give him gentle rubs, kisses, and will even close his eyes when we hit his favorite scritch spot: his chest and chin!

We highly recommend checking out Carlito's birthday post as it will elaborate on the behavioral considerations listed below:
https://www.facebook.com/heartofgoldsshelter/posts/pfbid02MgpVtUMYLWnz72nPMAt5PFAu8evecv9a4QFWDDVjeuceosSxsWYU6vgqXutNtDWpl

Behavioral considerations: Carlito is quite scared of the world outside of the rescue facility. He enjoys the known such as his routine and our staff. He will do best

Meet Carlito! Carlito has come a long way since his transfer to us from the San Diego Humane Society.
He was shy, frightened, and emaciated, so we knew we would have to take an extremely gentle approach with this little guy.
Carlito is such a cutie! He has since completed his weight gain and is happy and healthy!
He has shown us how wild and silly he can be with his friends as they race around the play yards! While he can be a bit skittish at times, he allows us to give him gentle rubs, kisses, and will even close his eyes when we hit his favorite scritch spot: his chest and chin!

We highly recommend checking out Carlito's birthday post as it will elaborate on the behavioral considerations listed below:
https://www.facebook.com/heartofgoldsshelter/posts/pfbid02MgpVtUMYLWnz72nPMAt5PFAu8evecv9a4QFWDDVjeuceosSxsWYU6vgqXutNtDWpl

Behavioral considerations: Carlito is quite scared of the world outside of the rescue facility. He enjoys the known such as his routine and our staff. He will do best in a kind, gentle, patient, and quiet home that is understanding of his need to take new things slowly and at his pace.
Due to evading capture for quite some time prior to being caught by Humane Law Enforcement with a catchpole, Carlito is terrified of being harnessed, will alligator roll when he feels the resistance of a leash/lead, and will dart out of a door or escape route should the opp

How To Adopt

Carlito was listed as Adoptable by Heart of Gold's Shelter
How can I adopt Carlito?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Heart of Gold's Shelter. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Carlito is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Heart of Gold's Shelter for details on the pet.
When can I meet Carlito?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Heart of Gold's Shelter will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Carlito, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Heart of Gold's Shelter, and they'll be happy to help!

Carlito is from Heart of Gold's Shelter

[El Cajon, CA]

Our Mission
We are a private, specialized, no-kill, 501(c)(3) dog rescue dedicated to providing housing & individualized care to dogs of all breeds. We cater to their respective temperaments and adopt them into well-matched homes.
Please contact organization for hours
Visits by appointment only
Location
9400 Blossom Valley Road El Cajon, CA, 92021

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