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Petey

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Terrier

About Petey

Cedarburg, WI

Breed

TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Friendly, Smart
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Petey’s Compatibility

    This pet has good 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.

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Petey's Story

<div style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; max-width: 600px; margin: auto;"><br/> <p style="font-size: 18px; color: #2c3e50;"><strong> Adopt a Pet from Mutt Life!</strong></p><br/> <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #2c3e50;"> Looking to add a furry friend to your family? At <strong>Mutt Life Rescue of Wisconsin</strong>, we have loving pets waiting for their forever homes. Explore our adoptable animals and find your perfect match today!<br/> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/muttlifewi" target="_blank" style="color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;">For the latest updates on the mutts, follow us on Facebook: @muttlifewi </a><br/> <a href="https://muttlife.org" target="_blank" style="color: #007BFF; text-decoration: none;">Visit our website: Muttlife.org</a><br> </p></div><br/><br/>Petey Needs a Foster or Adopter by 1/17/26 to Secure His Ride to Wisconsin <br/><br/>Petey is currently in Georgia at a kill shelter and needs a foster or adopter in place to reserve his spot on the transport truck to Cedarburg, WI with Mutt Life Dog Rescue. Without a committed home, Petey won’t be able to make the trip north. <br/><br/>Meet Petey <br/>Petey is a 6-year-old Terrier mix who has quickly proven himself to be an absolute gem in his foster home. Surrendered through no fault of his own, this sweet boy is now getting a second chance—and he’s making the most of it. <br/><br/>Petey is friendly, intelligent, and easygoing. He does great with kids, enjoys the company of other dogs, and would thrive in an active home that includes him in daily life. He’s currently polishing up his potty training and is learning fast, showing off just how smart and eager he is. <br/><br/>An outdoorsy pup at heart, Petey would love to be your farm helper, hiking partner, dog park buddy, or daycare regular. He loves the water, enjoys exploring, and has been wonderful off leash with his foster—staying close and taking cues from the pack. He’s truly an all-around good dog who just wants to belong. <br/><br/>Age: 6 years <br/>Gender: Male <br/>Weight: 30 lbs <br/>Breed: Terrier (best guess) <br/>Spayed/Neutered: Yes <br/>Potty Trained: In progress <br/>Crate Trained: Yes <br/>Leash Manners: Working on it <br/>Good with Dogs: Yes <br/>Good with Cats: Not tested <br/>Good with Kids: Yes <br/><br/>Petey is ready to trade his foster home for a forever one where he can settle in and enjoy life. If you’re looking for a loyal, fun-loving companion, Petey might be your perfect match. <br/><br/>If you can foster or adopt Petey, please apply today! <br/>www.muttlife.org<br/><br/>__________<br/>Adoption fees include the cost of spay/neuter procedure, up to date dewormer, vaccinations, and heartworm prevention (age appropriate).<br/>NOTE: THE BREED LISTED FOR EACH DOG IS OUR BEST GUESS WITH THE HELP OF OUR VETERINARIANS. AFTER ALL, THIS IS MUTT LIFE DOG RESCUE..<br/>__________<br/>Review adoption requirements and ensure you meet the necessary criteria to apply! <br/>https://www.muttlife.org/adoption-policies<br/>_________<br/>ADOPTION PROCESS:<br/>1.) Apply: Fill out adoption application completely and submit all necessary documents.<br/>2.)Application Decision: approved applicants will be notified via phone call and email.<br/>3.)Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period: after approval, you have the opportunity to do a meet and greet and bring your dog home! You get a 5 day foster-to-adopt (FTA) period to make sure its the right fit.<br/>4.) Final Decision: By the end of the FTA period, please let us know your final decision to adopt or return the dog to our rescue.<br/>5.) Home Visit: After the adoption process we conduct a home visit either in person or via zoom meeting to ensure that everything is going well with the transition and to answer any final questions you may have.<br/>6.) Neuter/spay for puppies: for dogs who are not fixed at the time of adoption, we will reimburse for the procedure once we receive proof of spay/neuter. The procedure MUST be done at HAWS Snip Clinic in Waukesha, WI or Wisconsin Community Veterinarian Center in Madison, WI. If you would like to go through your veterinarian or another location, we will reimburse $150 once we receive proof of the procedure. We recommend spay/neuter around 6 months old.<br/>**Note: Adoptions are not considered final until the dog is neutered/spayed if applicable**


Adopt a Pet from Mutt Life!


Looking to add a furry friend to your family? At Mutt Life Rescue of Wisconsin, we have loving pets waiting for their forever homes. Explore our adoptable animals and find your perfect match today!
For the latest updates on the mutts, follow us on Facebook: @muttlifewi
Visit our website: Muttlife.org



Petey Needs a Foster or Adopter by 1/17/26 to Secure His Ride to Wisconsin

Petey is currently in Georgia at a kill shelter and needs a foster or adopter in place to reserve his spot on the transport truck to Cedarburg, WI with Mutt


Adopt a Pet from Mutt Life!


Looking to add a furry friend to your family? At Mutt Life Rescue of Wisconsin, we have loving pets waiting for their forever homes. Explore our adoptable animals and find your perfect match today!
For the latest updates on the mutts, follow us on Facebook: @muttlifewi
Visit our website: Muttlife.org



Petey Needs a Foster or Adopter by 1/17/26 to Secure His Ride to Wisconsin

Petey is currently in Georgia at a kill shelter and needs a foster or adopter in place to reserve his spot on the transport truck to Cedarburg, WI with Mutt Life Dog Rescue. Without a committed home, Petey won’t be able to make the trip north.

Meet Petey
Petey is a 6-year-old Terrier mix who has quickly proven himself to be an absolute gem in his foster home. Surrendered through no fault of his own, this sweet boy is now getting a second chance—and he’s making the most of it.

Petey is friendly, intelligent, and easygoing. He

How To Adopt

Petey was listed as ADOPTABLE by Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin
How can I adopt Petey?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin. 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 Petey 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 Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin for details on the pet.
When can I meet Petey?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Petey, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin, and they'll be happy to help!
Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin's Adoption Policy
Review adoption requirements and ensure you meet the necessary criteria to apply! Apply: Fill out adoption application completely and submit all necessary documents. Application processing: we do a thorough background check, landlord approval (if applicable) or home ownership verification, vet check, and review your application. This process can take up to 5 business days. note: if renting, please have your landlord write letter of approval for you to have a dog, including breed restrictions, and either send to muttlifeapps@gmail.com or submit document during application submission.? Please authorize your vet to release medical information with Mutt Life. ? Application Decision: approved applicants will be notified via phone call and email. ?Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period: after approval, you have the opportunity to do a meet and greet and bring your dog home! You get a 5 day foster-to-adopt (FTA) period to make sure its the right fit. Final Decision: By the end of the FTA period, please let us know your final decision to adopt or return the dog to our rescue. Home Visit: After the adoption process we conduct a home visit either in person or via zoom meeting to ensure that everything is going well with the transition and to answer any final questions you may have. Neuter/spay for puppies: if dogs are adopted prior to 6 months of age and are not neutered/spayed yet, we will work with you to coordinate an appointment with one of our veterinary clinic partners or you can go through your vet and we will give you a partial adoption fee reimbursement. **Note: Adoptions are not considered final until the dog is neutered/spayed if applicable**

Petey is from Mutt Life Dog Rescue of Wisconsin

[Cedarburg, WI]

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