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Polo

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

Polo

Current Location

Austin, TX

Breed

Miniature PoodleMix

Physical Traits

Age: Adult, (3-8 years)
Gender: Male
Size: Small, (0-25 lbs)
Coat length: Medium
Coat color: White / Cream

Behavior

House-trained: Unknown

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
No
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Polo's Compatibility

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$550

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Polo's Story

Name: Polo<br/>Gender: Male<br/>Breed: Miniature Poodle Mix<br/>Weight: Approximately 19 lbs<br/>Age: Approximately 3 yrs old<br/>Color: White/Cream<br/>Adoption Fee $550<br/><br/>Up to date on vaccinations<br/>Heart worm negative and on preventative<br/>Micro-chipped<br/><br/>Polo is a sweet Poodle mix who is ready for the next chapter of his life. After coming from a neglectful situation, he has made good progress and is thriving in foster care.<br/><br/>Polo loves going for walks and is comfortable walking on a leash. He is friendly, affectionate, and happiest when he is spending time with his people. A true cuddle bug, Polo loves to snuggle up next to his favorite people and relax.<br/><br/>He may experience a little separation anxiety he first leaves his foster dad, but he forms strong bonds and will quickly become devoted to his new family. <br/><br/>At this time, Polo is not a fan of being in a kennel. He will go inside his crate with a little coaxing at mealtimes but once finished he cries to get out and he near his people.<br/><br/>Polo is a loving, gentle boy with so much affection to give. He is ready to find a person or family who will cherish him and give him the happy life he deserves. <br/><br/>Adoption Information<br/><br/>Please note: Because of their size, our dogs are not suitable for homes with children under 5.<br/><br/>If you live in the immediate Austin area and are interested in adopting from Lil' Paws Maltese Rescue and Other Petite Paws, please visit http://www.lilpaws.org to fill out an application. Unfortunately, a Petfinder Inquiry does not fulfill our application requirements. <br/><br/>We do not have a physical facility — all of our dogs live in loving foster homes.<br/>Lil Paws is a small, all-volunteer organization. To best use our limited time and resources, we are only able to correspond with individuals who have submitted an adoption application from our website.<br/><br/>We encourage you to visit with our dogs and their fosters, by planning to attend our Meet and Greet Events which are held on the first Saturday of each month at the Pet Supplies Plus in Round Rock from noon to 2 p.m. We suggest you check our website for exact dates.<br/><br/>Pet Supplies Plus<br/>17420 Ranch to Market Rd 620 #150<br/>Round Rock, TX 78681<br/><br/>OTHER TIMES AND LOCATIONS MAY BE LISTED ON OUR WEBSITE: lilpaws.org +++We have added an event at an alternate location in mid September and October, 2026+++<br/><br/>We are only able to adopt our dogs to those living within the immediate Austin area. Our local only adoption requirement is due to the thoroughness of our process, which includes home visits and a trial adoption period to ensure the dog has adjusted well. With our team of volunteers, it is not possible to conduct these steps outside our area. Even if you are willing to travel, we must keep our efforts local to maintain the integrity of our process.<br/><br/>Our mission is to place our dogs in safe, stable, and loving homes within the Austin area. Thank you for understanding and for supporting rescue!<br/>________________________________________<br/>Supporting Lil Paws<br/><br/>Lil Paws Maltese Rescue and Other Petite Paws relies on donations to provide the medical care our dogs need before adoption. Every pup receives essential vetting such as spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and dental care — and many require additional or even major medical treatments.<br/>Your donations make this possible. If youd like to help us continue rescuing and healing dogs, please visit our website and click the Donate button. We are deeply grateful for your support!

Name: Polo
Gender: Male
Breed: Miniature Poodle Mix
Weight: Approximately 19 lbs
Age: Approximately 3 yrs old
Color: White/Cream
Adoption Fee $550

Up to date on vaccinations
Heart worm negative and on preventative
Micro-chipped

Polo is a sweet Poodle mix who is ready for the next chapter of his life. After coming from a neglectful situation, he has made good progress and is thriving in foster care.

Polo loves going for walks and is comfortable walking on a leash. He is friendly, affectionate, and happiest when he is spending time with his people. A true cuddle bug, Polo loves to snuggle up next to his favorite people and relax.

He may experience a little separation anxiety he first leaves his foster dad, but he forms strong bonds and will quickly become devoted to his new family.

At this time, Polo is not a fan of being in a kennel. He will go inside his crate with a little coaxing at mealtimes but once finished he cries to get out and he near h

Name: Polo
Gender: Male
Breed: Miniature Poodle Mix
Weight: Approximately 19 lbs
Age: Approximately 3 yrs old
Color: White/Cream
Adoption Fee $550

Up to date on vaccinations
Heart worm negative and on preventative
Micro-chipped

Polo is a sweet Poodle mix who is ready for the next chapter of his life. After coming from a neglectful situation, he has made good progress and is thriving in foster care.

Polo loves going for walks and is comfortable walking on a leash. He is friendly, affectionate, and happiest when he is spending time with his people. A true cuddle bug, Polo loves to snuggle up next to his favorite people and relax.

He may experience a little separation anxiety he first leaves his foster dad, but he forms strong bonds and will quickly become devoted to his new family.

At this time, Polo is not a fan of being in a kennel. He will go inside his crate with a little coaxing at mealtimes but once finished he cries to get out and he near his people.

Polo is a loving, gentle boy with so much affection to give. He is ready to find a person or family who will cherish him and give him the happy life he deserves.

Adoption Information

Please note: Because of their size, our dogs are not suitable for homes with children under 5.

If you live in the immediate Austin area and are interested in adopting fr

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How To Adopt

Polo was listed as Adoptable by Lil Paws Maltese Rescue and other Petite Paws
How can I adopt Polo?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Lil Paws Maltese Rescue and other Petite Paws. 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 Polo 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 Lil Paws Maltese Rescue and other Petite Paws for details on the pet.
When can I meet Polo?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Lil Paws Maltese Rescue and other Petite Paws will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Polo, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Lil Paws Maltese Rescue and other Petite Paws, and they'll be happy to help!
Lil Paws Maltese Rescue and other Petite Paws's Adoption Policy
NOTE: You must be at least 21 years old to adopt a dog from Lil' Paws and you must reside in the Austin area Adoption Process We are grateful for every application we receive. Each one represents someone willing to give a small dog a loving home, and we truly appreciate that. Because we are a small, volunteer run rescue, our time away from caring for the dogs is limited, and it takes thoughtful attention to review each application. 1. Submit Your Application Please fully complete the application on our website at lilpaws.org. We carefully review each one, but submitting an application does not guarantee adoption. We contact applicants only if the initial review suggests a possible match for the dog you’re interested in or another dog currently in our care. We ask that every question on the application be fully completed. Applications with unanswered questions, partial responses, or missing information cannot be processed. While all fields are required, we most often see incomplete answers in the following areas: Ages of the adopter and all other people living in the home Complete information about current and previous dogs Clear details about what happened to previous dogs, including their age at the time of death and end of life condition/diagnosis. Providing full and accurate information in every section helps us determine whether a home may be a safe and appropriate match for one of our dogs. Many rescue dogs have come from situations that can require extra precautions to keep them safe. WE ENCOURAGE ANYONE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING A DOG FROM LIL' PAWS MALTESE RESCUE TO ATTEND THE NEXT POSSIBLE MEET AND GREET EVENT TO MEET THE DOGS AND THEIR FOSTERS AND TO LET US MEET YOU TOO! EVENT DATES AND LOCATIONS ARE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE AT LILPAWS.ORG 2. Phone Interview If your application appears to be a good match for the particular dog you are interested in, we will reach out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your home, lifestyle, and expectations. 3. Reference and Veterinary Checks Either before or after the phone interview, we perform the required veterinary and reference checks for several reasons: to ensure the history of responsible pet care to ensure the new dog will be safe and well cared for to prevent repeat surrender or neglect to verify that current pets are healthy and protected, and, above all, protect the dog’s welfare. The checks aren’t meant to be intrusive; they’re a protective measure for dogs who often come from difficult or uncertain backgrounds. 4. Home Visit If the interview, reference and vet checks are successful, we arrange a customary home visit. Please understand that a safe, fenced yard is required if you have a backyard. 5. Trial Adoption Once we’ve identified a match, the Lil Paws dog will join you for a oneweek (7day) trial adoption. The adoption fee is collected as a deposit at the start of the trial week. It is held and not released to the rescue until the adoption is finalized Please note that this TRIAL placement is not a guarantee of permanent adoption, even though the deposit fee is paid at that time. At the end of the trial, if the match is confirmed by both parties (Lil’ Paws and the adopter/s), you will sign the final adoption paperwork, which officially releases the adoption fee deposit to the rescue and completes the adoption. 6. Finalizing the Adoption If the trial week confirms that the dog is a great match for your home and you are a great match for the dog, we will finalize the adoption and complete the adoption contract. You will receive your dog’s full adoption file, including veterinary records and where and how to register the dog’s microchip information. The adoption fee deposit will be released to the rescue at that time.

Polo is from Lil Paws Maltese Rescue and other Petite Paws

[Austin, TX]

Our Mission
Lil' Paws Maltese Rescue and other Petite Paws (LPMR) is a non-profit organization, dedicated to helping homeless Maltese and other small dogs in the Austin, TX area. We are committed to providing the best possible care for our rescue dogs while in our custody. Our main goal is to find each dog new, loving, and permanent ...
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Location
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