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Clifford

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

About Clifford

Columbus, OH

Breed

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
White / Cream

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Clifford’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$375

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Clifford's Story

Clifford is a resilient, endearing 7-yr-old, 7 lbs, Maltese seeking his forever home. Affectionately known as "Cliffie," he has a history of limited human interaction from his breeding past. As a result, he's a gentle soul who is still learning to navigate the world of people and can be sensitive to loud noises.<br/><br/>Despite his initial reservations, Cliffie is intelligent and adaptable. His foster family marvels at how quickly he mastered doggy doors, embracing outdoor potty breaks within just days of arriving. While occasional accidents may still occur as he settles in, his house-training journey has been remarkably successful, showcasing his eagerness to please and learn.<br/><br/>Where Cliffie truly shines is in the company of other canines! Adoring his furry friends, he transforms into a playful, joyful companion with the spirit and energy of a puppy during playtime. Living with another small, friendly dog would help Cliffie gain immense confidence, helping him feel secure and loved.<br/><br/>We're seeking a very special, patient adopter who understands that building trust takes time and gentle encouragement. A calm, quiet home environment, free from the hustle and bustle of young children, is paramount for Cliffie's continued growth and comfort. With love, understanding, and the companionship of another canine, this bright little Maltese is ready to blossom into the most devoted and happy member of his forever family.<br/><br/>Adoption fee is $375 and incl spay/neuter, microchip, fecal/deworming, vaccines and prevention up to date. Ohio residents only.<br/><br/>STS is a foster-based, volunteer-run rescue. We do not have a physical location or set hours for you to meet dogs, and it does take time to answer each inquiry. All dogs are in foster homes. After an application is approved and a home visit is completed, you will be able to schedule meet and greets with available dogs. We encourage interested individuals to get approved prior to searching as it helps expedite the process. A Petfinder inquiry is not a substitute for an application. For detailed information about our adoption process, incl fees, please visit http://www.stopthesuffering.org.

Clifford is a resilient, endearing 7-yr-old, 7 lbs, Maltese seeking his forever home. Affectionately known as "Cliffie," he has a history of limited human interaction from his breeding past. As a result, he's a gentle soul who is still learning to navigate the world of people and can be sensitive to loud noises.

Despite his initial reservations, Cliffie is intelligent and adaptable. His foster family marvels at how quickly he mastered doggy doors, embracing outdoor potty breaks within just days of arriving. While occasional accidents may still occur as he settles in, his house-training journey has been remarkably successful, showcasing his eagerness to please and learn.

Where Cliffie truly shines is in the company of other canines! Adoring his furry friends, he transforms into a playful, joyful companion with the spirit and energy of a puppy during playtime. Living with another small, friendly dog would help Cliffie gain immense confidence, helping him feel secure and loved.

We're seeking a very sp

Clifford is a resilient, endearing 7-yr-old, 7 lbs, Maltese seeking his forever home. Affectionately known as "Cliffie," he has a history of limited human interaction from his breeding past. As a result, he's a gentle soul who is still learning to navigate the world of people and can be sensitive to loud noises.

Despite his initial reservations, Cliffie is intelligent and adaptable. His foster family marvels at how quickly he mastered doggy doors, embracing outdoor potty breaks within just days of arriving. While occasional accidents may still occur as he settles in, his house-training journey has been remarkably successful, showcasing his eagerness to please and learn.

Where Cliffie truly shines is in the company of other canines! Adoring his furry friends, he transforms into a playful, joyful companion with the spirit and energy of a puppy during playtime. Living with another small, friendly dog would help Cliffie gain immense confidence, helping him feel secure and loved.

We're seeking a very special, patient adopter who understands that building trust takes time and gentle encouragement. A calm, quiet home environment, free from the hustle and bustle of young children, is paramount for Cliffie's continued growth and comfort. With love, understanding, and the companionship of another canine, this bright little Maltese is ready to blossom into the most devoted and happy member of his fore

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How To Adopt

Clifford was listed as Adoptable by Stop the Suffering
How can I adopt Clifford?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Stop the Suffering. 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 Clifford 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 Stop the Suffering for details on the pet.
When can I meet Clifford?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Stop the Suffering will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Clifford, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Stop the Suffering, and they'll be happy to help!
Stop the Suffering's Adoption Policy
OUR ADOPTION PROCESS: Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, microchip, fecal/deworming, negative heartworm, vaccines and prevention up to date. Ohio residents only. STS is a foster based, volunteer run, rescue. As such, we do not have a physical location or hours for you meet any foster dog and it does take time to answer each inquiry. All dogs are in homes and once an application is approved and a home visit is complete you are able to schedule meet and greets with available dogs. We encourage interested individuals to get approved prior to searching as it helps expedite the process. A petfinder inquiry is not a substitute for an application. For detailed information about our adoption process including fees please visit our website at http://www.stopthesuffering.org. 1. Complete the online application at www.stopthesuffering.org. 2. We complete vet and reference verification. 3. Once approved, we schedule a home visit and meet and greet. WHAT WE REQUIRE: To ensure the safety and health of your new family member, we require that pets currently in the home be altered, up-to-date on vaccinations, on appropriate heartworm and flea prevention, and that all pets be kept indoors. We will require physical fences for specific dogs that we feel will be necessary to ensure their safety. QUESTIONS: Please visit our website to see detailed information about our adoption process including fees.

Clifford is from Stop the Suffering

[Columbus, OH]

Our Mission
Stop the Suffering (STS) is a Columbus, Ohio based nonprofit that exists to rescue and transport dogs and cats from high-kill rural shelters in southern Ohio, northern Kentucky and West Virginia to rescues including STS where they can be adopted. We raise funds for critical and routine veterinary care, vaccinations, tra...
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