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Prince

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

About Prince

Sterling Heights, MI

Breed

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Long
Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn, Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

Prince’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Prince's Story

Age: 5 Years<br/>Weight: 9lbs<br/>Good with dogs? Unknown<br/>Good with cats? Unknown<br/>Good with kids? No<br/>Energy Level: Moderate<br/>Adoption Fee: $320.00<br/>Any other info:<br/><br/>Prince: Male Maltese Mix. A Royal Work in Progress.<br/><br/>Prince didn’t come from a castle, but he’s hoping to find one now. This small Maltese mix recently arrived from another shelter, and while his name might suggest pampering and tiaras, Prince is more of a sour patch kid...first he’s sour, then he’s sweet… and sometimes the other way around.<br/><br/>Prince has been through a lot, and it shows. He struggles with trust and can lash out when he feels unsafe or overwhelmed.<br/><br/>He’s also dealing with serious food aggression, so he’ll need an ADULT ONLY home most likely with no other pets, where he doesn’t have to share his space or his snacks. Experienced dog owners who understand boundaries and won’t mess with him while he’s eating will be key to helping Prince feel secure.<br/><br/>But here’s the thing: under the tough exterior is a dog who wants to connect. He has moments of sweetness, glimpses of vulnerability, and a spark that says he’s not ready to give up on people. Sometimes he's incredibly friendly, affectionate, and happy and with patience, structure, and compassion, Prince could blossom into a loyal companion.<br/><br/>Prince is a one of a kind doggo looking for a one of a kind home. He is around 5 years old, scheduled to be neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, microchipped, heartworm tested negative, and kept on prevention here with us. <br/><br/>If you believe in second chances and have the experience to help a dog like Prince feel safe, he’s waiting for someone who sees past the thorns and believes in the bloom.<br/><br/>Apply today through the link below.<br/><br/>https://form.jotform.com/201977724595065<br/><br/>Once your application is processed and approved, our adoptions team will reach out to schedule an in person meet and greet with Prince.<br/><br/>------------------------------------------------<br/>Our adoption fees includes the pets spay or neuter surgery, microchip, age appropriate vaccines, heartworm + flea + tick disease testing, fecal check, and any medical care needed while staying with us. All adoption fees can be found on our website.<br/><br/>The first step to our adoption process is to please fill out and adoptions application which can be found on our website www.serenityanimalhospital.net, under the "Adopt From Us" Tab. You can also complete an application in person at Serenity Animal Hospital.<br/><br/>Any questions regarding our adoptable dogs can be emailed to our adoptions team at adoptions@serenityanimalhospital.net. Completing an application either online or in person is always the first step to our adoption process.<br/><br/>Please allow us a few days to contact you about your application as we do get many in on a daily basis. We will contact you as soon as possible. Thank you for considering adoption!

Age: 5 Years
Weight: 9lbs
Good with dogs? Unknown
Good with cats? Unknown
Good with kids? No
Energy Level: Moderate
Adoption Fee: $320.00
Any other info:

Prince: Male Maltese Mix. A Royal Work in Progress.

Prince didn’t come from a castle, but he’s hoping to find one now. This small Maltese mix recently arrived from another shelter, and while his name might suggest pampering and tiaras, Prince is more of a sour patch kid...first he’s sour, then he’s sweet… and sometimes the other way around.

Prince has been through a lot, and it shows. He struggles with trust and can lash out when he feels unsafe or overwhelmed.

He’s also dealing with serious food aggression, so he’ll need an ADULT ONLY home most likely with no other pets, where he doesn’t have to share his space or his snacks. Experienced dog owners who understand boundaries and won’t mess with him while he’s eating will be key to helping Prince feel secure.

But here’s the thing: under the tough exteri

Age: 5 Years
Weight: 9lbs
Good with dogs? Unknown
Good with cats? Unknown
Good with kids? No
Energy Level: Moderate
Adoption Fee: $320.00
Any other info:

Prince: Male Maltese Mix. A Royal Work in Progress.

Prince didn’t come from a castle, but he’s hoping to find one now. This small Maltese mix recently arrived from another shelter, and while his name might suggest pampering and tiaras, Prince is more of a sour patch kid...first he’s sour, then he’s sweet… and sometimes the other way around.

Prince has been through a lot, and it shows. He struggles with trust and can lash out when he feels unsafe or overwhelmed.

He’s also dealing with serious food aggression, so he’ll need an ADULT ONLY home most likely with no other pets, where he doesn’t have to share his space or his snacks. Experienced dog owners who understand boundaries and won’t mess with him while he’s eating will be key to helping Prince feel secure.

But here’s the thing: under the tough exterior is a dog who wants to connect. He has moments of sweetness, glimpses of vulnerability, and a spark that says he’s not ready to give up on people. Sometimes he's incredibly friendly, affectionate, and happy and with patience, structure, and compassion, Prince could blossom into a loyal companion.

Prince is a one of a kind doggo looking for a one of a kind home. He is around 5 years old,

How To Adopt

Prince was listed as Adoptable by Serenity Animal Hospital
How can I adopt Prince?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Serenity Animal Hospital. 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 Prince 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 Serenity Animal Hospital for details on the pet.
When can I meet Prince?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Serenity Animal Hospital will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Prince, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Serenity Animal Hospital, and they'll be happy to help!
Serenity Animal Hospital's Adoption Policy
*** Please note: we do not utilize the "introduce yourself" or inquires from Petfinder as they typically end up in our spam folder. If you are interested in meeting or adopting a dog/cat please submit an adoption application found on our website. *** CONTACT US DIRECTLY: The first step to our adoption process is to submit an adoption application. Please email the application to adoptions@serenityanimalhospital.net. The application can be found on our website www.serenityanimalhospital.net under the ‘Adoptions’ tab. You are able to complete and submit application directly from website. Once we receive your application, we will contact you within 72 hours. Please allow us this time to approve your application by calling your landlord, veterinarian and/or references. Once your application has been approved we will call you to schedule a meet and greet with our adoptable pets. If the pet you are interested in is no longer available we will reply to the email used to submit application. We will save all approved applications for 3 months, unless otherwise requested. Therefore, if you find a dog you wish to adopt within 3 months of your application being approved, you simply need to call asap to request an adoption meet & greet. However, all adoptable pets will be subject to the order of submission of desire. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN A PARTICULAR PET, THAT YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ASAP, AS WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO ADOPT IN THE ORDER OF RECEIVED APPLICAITONS/REQUESTS. Thank you again for your interest and patience!

Prince is from Serenity Animal Hospital

[Sterling Heights, MI]

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Location
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