Nico Poodle & Maltese Mix Orange, CA

Meet Nico! He loves walks, soaking up the CA sunshine and cuddling with his person. He is very curious and observant and learns quickly! Walks are a favorite and he is always ready to go. He would make a great walking/hiking buddy. At night, Nicholas is ready to cuddle on the couch.


Nico is house trained and crate trained. He loves his walks so will need an active family who also enjoys walks. He is very smart and learns quickly! He knows his name, how to sit, and the meaning of "outside" which he loves. Nico will bark/cry when left alone initially however does quiet down and sleeps. The energy kids have tend to make him nervous so would do best in a calm, quiet adult only home. He would do well in a home with another calm dog to learn from. Nico is looking for an active family who will give him the time and patience to feel safe and secure in his new home. He is doing very well in a foster home where the human demonstrates leadership in the pack. This is something that will be important for his adopters to continue. Nico’s adopter will have access to a trainer who will be available to help ensure Nico has a successful transition into his forever home and family.

Nico is in Aliso Viejo CA. He 6-8 yrs old and 11 lbs. We don’t know his breed for sure, we think he is a malti-poo, he does not shed. Nico is neutered, current on his vaccines and microchipped. He had a dental in Jan 2024. We are now accepting adoption applications for Nico https://bichonrescuebrigade.org/adopt/adoption-form/