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Gizmo

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

About Gizmo

Santa Clara, CA

Physical Traits

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

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes

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Gizmo's Story

Gizmo<br/>is very youthful, perky, and energetic. LOVES to play with his toys and wrestle with small dogs. Loves to run around. Sniffs everything while out on walks. When he finally settles down, he's very affectionate and cuddly. Enjoys lap time while I'm at the computer. He is a good couch snuggler while watching movies. Food motivated (after a while, he even started liking some fresh fruits/veggies as a snack).<br/><br/>Energy Level?<br/>Med to High<br/><br/>House trained?<br/>Yes<br/><br/>Describe how they are on a leash?<br/>Good once he's on leash, but he thinks getting harnessed is a game, so it can be a little challenging. He is still a bit of a flight risk,<br/><br/>Describe how they are with other dogs?<br/>While on walks, he growls at bigger dogs, but when he gets close to friendly dogs, he was ok. He loves to play with other energetic small dogs.<br/><br/>Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they?<br/>Don't know about cats. Will chase squirrels/birds if given the chance.<br/><br/>Commands they know?<br/>He knows 'no'. We are working on 'stay' when we wait to cross a street (on leash), and he gets it.<br/><br/>What are their favorite things?<br/>His favorite things are stuffed toys, sniffing things while on walks, and food<br/><br/>What do they need to work on?<br/>He is a bit too interested in passersby and dogs during our walks. We are working on getting him to focus on us.<br/><br/>How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone?<br/>I work at home, so he isn't alone much, but I think he would do ok being alone for a few hours. Had in/out privilege, and he ended up sitting in the sun, chewing on his toy.<br/><br/>Where do they sleep?<br/>He sleeps in his crate.<br/><br/>What is their ideal home?<br/>An active home with other (energetic) dogs. Loves interacting and loves to run. Preferably has room for zoomies. Need to make sure he does not bolt while getting used to his new home, because he loves running.<br/><br/>He is a great little dog.<br/><br/>The Adoption fee is $325.<br/>For adoption consideration or to meet our dogs<br/>, please complete our online adoption application at<br/><br/>www.everypetsdream.org/adopt<br/><br/>. W<br/>e will have everything we need to know to call you back and set up an appointment. Follow us: Facebook and Instagram

Gizmo
is very youthful, perky, and energetic. LOVES to play with his toys and wrestle with small dogs. Loves to run around. Sniffs everything while out on walks. When he finally settles down, he's very affectionate and cuddly. Enjoys lap time while I'm at the computer. He is a good couch snuggler while watching movies. Food motivated (after a while, he even started liking some fresh fruits/veggies as a snack).

Energy Level?
Med to High

House trained?
Yes

Describe how they are on a leash?
Good once he's on leash, but he thinks getting harnessed is a game, so it can be a little challenging. He is still a bit of a flight risk,

Describe how they are with other dogs?
While on walks, he growls at bigger dogs, but when he gets close to friendly dogs, he was ok. He loves to play with other energetic small dogs.

Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they?
Don't know about cats. Will chase squirrels/birds if given the chance.

Commands they kn

Gizmo
is very youthful, perky, and energetic. LOVES to play with his toys and wrestle with small dogs. Loves to run around. Sniffs everything while out on walks. When he finally settles down, he's very affectionate and cuddly. Enjoys lap time while I'm at the computer. He is a good couch snuggler while watching movies. Food motivated (after a while, he even started liking some fresh fruits/veggies as a snack).

Energy Level?
Med to High

House trained?
Yes

Describe how they are on a leash?
Good once he's on leash, but he thinks getting harnessed is a game, so it can be a little challenging. He is still a bit of a flight risk,

Describe how they are with other dogs?
While on walks, he growls at bigger dogs, but when he gets close to friendly dogs, he was ok. He loves to play with other energetic small dogs.

Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they?
Don't know about cats. Will chase squirrels/birds if given the chance.

Commands they know?
He knows 'no'. We are working on 'stay' when we wait to cross a street (on leash), and he gets it.

What are their favorite things?
His favorite things are stuffed toys, sniffing things while on walks, and food

What do they need to work on?
He is a bit too interested in passersby and dogs during our walks. We are working on getting him to focus on us.

How

How To Adopt

Gizmo was listed as Adoptable by Every Pet's Dream
How can I adopt Gizmo?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Every Pet's Dream. 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 Gizmo 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 Every Pet's Dream for details on the pet.
When can I meet Gizmo?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Every Pet's Dream will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Gizmo, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Every Pet's Dream, and they'll be happy to help!
Every Pet's Dream's Adoption Policy
Steps to adopt an Every Pet's Dream animal: -First, complete adoption application. Every Pet's Dream Rescue ensures all requirements are met. If you rent, landlord written permission for adoption is required. -Next is the meet and greet! -Lastly there is a home and yard check. Adoption Application: http://www.adoptapet.com/EveryPetsDream/adoption-application/ Adoption Fee for Dog is $255.00 Adoption Fee for Cats is $155.00. Every Pet's Dream Rescue animals are in wonderful, private, foster homes learning every day skills.  All animals are seen by appointment only. Adoption events will be

Gizmo is from Every Pet's Dream

[Santa Clara, CA]

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