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Nikki

Young
Female
Small

Miniature Pinscher

About Nikki

Albany, NY

Breed

Miniature PinscherMix

Physical Traits

Young

(1-3 years)

Female

Small

(0-25 lbs)

Coat: Short

Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

House-trained: No

Nikki’s Compatibility

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Nikki's Story

**WE ARE ALWAYS IN NEED OF FOSTER HOMES** Homeward Bound Dog Rescue is an all volunteer rescue organization and all our dogs and puppies are in foster homes - we are not a shelter and do NOT have a facility where we house our dogs. For adoption information go to: www.homewardbounddogrescue.com. You must fill out an application online as we do NOT accept applications at our clinics. Are you looking for a pretty little redhead with intelligence and a lot of potential? Hi there it's me Nikki, I'm about 1 year old, 20 pounds. I'm originally from Kentucky where I was found as a stray. Do you live an active life? Are you looking for a fur kid to share that activity with? Do you like to teach and learn new things? You are who I'm looking for!!!! I love attention and cuddling and oh, those ear rubs, but if there is any activity in the house I am off inspecting what is going on. I live in a busy house with multiple dogs, so there is usually something to check out. You should see me run.... I'm like grease lightning, so a large fenced in yard is needed for playing and for me to burn off some energy. No invisible fence. No apartments. No runs or tie outs. If you like to walk I would be an awesome walking partner, I would be good at trotting too, but I will need some guidance of what you want from me. I am happy to meet everyone including respectful kids. I'm full of kisses but I put in a few nibbles here and there. I'm working on my jumping, it's hard to contain my excitement when I'm so happy to meet someone. I am living with a group of dogs of all different sizes, personalities and energy levels. There are a few of us who are the same age and like to play but sometimes we get carried away and get a little snarky with each other. I am usually the first to get snarky. Mom thinks wherever I was I had to fend for myself, which is where the snarkiness comes from. I have learned the vibe here and realize no one is going to hurt me. Dog parks would probably not be the best place for me. I am a pretty vocal girl, I love to talk and sing. You have got to hear my high notes!! I'm not a fan of the car so I serenade mom until we get to our destination. I've gotten better at being a door dasher and I don't mean the food delivery person so you have to be careful with open doors that I don't scoot out. Since I attached myself to my foster family I want to be where they are. My mom is my snuggling partner. I'll find a way to touch her when I want to snuggle. She doesn't think I had anyone who really cared about me before. I love to chew on nylabones and Benebones to relax. I have put a few small holes in the dog beds because I like to suck and nibble on them. I'm a pretty intense girl. I love to chase the ball. I take the stuffed toys and shake them like crazy and make grrrr noises when I do it. If they squeak, that's even better. For the most part I go outside and do my business. There is always a puppy pad on the floor for the littles and I will use that too. I'm not a fan of going outside in the dark so someone goes outside with me. We have motion lights but it takes a few steps to trigger them, those steps I don't want to do alone. I know how to use the dog door and will use it during the day and sometimes at night if the lights have already been triggered. I willingly go in my crate, whether it's for breakfast, dinner or if everyone is going out. I know that's a good place to get food and treats. With my energy there is no way I can be in there for a full work day, so I am looking for someone who works from home. I'm a medium to high energy girl. My wish is to have a forever home with someone who wants a loving girl and will love me forever. If that's you, let's make it happen. - Nikki Our adoption clinics are held one Saturday a month at our facility in Schenectady on John Street, located directly behind Boulevard Bowl (Erie Boulevard) from 10 am to 12 pm (directions are on our website). We require an approved application before we consider anyone for an adoption - so filling out the application is your first step. Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email invitation to attend an adoption event. Different dogs and puppies go up for adoption EVERY WEEK so please feel free to visit the site and click on the Petfinder link for updates as we are adopting dogs out in between adoption events. Puppies and dogs up to 2 years old are $395. Dogs over 2 years old are $295. 100% of the adoption fees go to help us save more dogs.

How To Adopt

Nikki was listed as Adoptable by Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY

How can I adopt Nikki?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY. 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 Nikki 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 Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY for details on the pet.

When can I meet Nikki?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Nikki, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY, and they'll be happy to help!

Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY's Adoption Policy

Adoption Requirements Process: 1) Fill out an On-Line Adoption application. This should be completed with little or no omissions or incorrect data. Please understand that we cannot process your application if you do not take the time to fill one out properly. Please note that until we review your application and tell you that you are approved to adopt, you cannot adopt one of our dogs - the process does take a little while so it is good start early. For various reasons, we are no longer accepting "hand-apps." Pay particular attention to your references and Veterinarian, including phone numbers. You will need to let your vet know that they can release information to us. We will be calling them. Filling out an on-line application before you come to the Saturday clinic will speed up the process, and will go directly to the HB volunteers who manage applications. Please remember to click the "SUBMIT APPLICATION" button when completed. If you are not within 40 miles of the Albany Airport, please do not apply. This a distance we decided upon and if you disagree with our definition for out-of-the-area, please feel free to look for a dog in your community. 2) Interview: Qualified volunteer (we are all volunteers) interviews you, for numerous reasons. First, we want to find our dogs the best possible homes. Second, we want to match personalities as much as possible. (We really don't want to see adoptions fail). Third, we get a kick out of helping to complete families, and who knows, you might get convinced to become a volunteer as well. We require everyone in the household to be present for the interview process, especially young children. We need to see the interaction between the dog and everyone in the family, and for that reason we NEVER do surprise or gift adoptions. 3) Reference Check: See the first reason for the interview. 4) Home Visit: We will do a home visit if you have animals at home that we feel our dog needs to meet before adoption takes place. Sometimes personalities clash, and somebody does not like someone else. This is especially true if you have cats and we do not know how the dog you wish to adopt will react to cats. We will also do a home visit for any potential adopter who requests it or if we feel there is a situation at home that warrants one. We have replaced the home visit for many of our adopters, by our interview, as we feel it is thorough and tells us what we need to know. 5) Contract: Once you are approved we will meet to handle the paperwork at our Saturday clinic. Once the contract is completed and your adoption fee is paid (cash or check ONLY) your new family member is turned over. We then hand over or mail you copies of everything we have about your new dog (medical records particularly). 6) Follow Ups: You may hear from us!! We will try to send follow up emails to check out how things are going. 7) Also, please send us pictures of your new family member whenever possible. We love to see success stories, so please keep in touch. You are very welcome to come to a later clinic with your new family member and show them off. We also love to get Alumni pictures and stories from the new family to post.

Our Mission

Homeward Bound Dog Rescue is a no-kill, not for profit, dog rescue organization founded in 2004 and staffed entirely by volunteers. We rescue dogs that have been turned over to shelters, surrendered to us, and rescued from puppy mills. All dogs and puppies are placed in foster care to best prepare them for a permanent hom...