Blankie

* This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, November 14th from 12PM - 3PM (unless adopted prior to the event). 3910 Middlefield Road
All DPS Rescue dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, flea/tick treated, and microchipped prior to adoption.

Adoption fee: $800
Blankie: Your Very Own Comfort Companion!

Age: 2-3 years old
Weight: 18 lbs
Breed: Maltipoo
Coat: Non-shedding

Some dogs grow into their names. Blankie has already tucked himself into his! This gentle Maltipoo came to DPS from a shelter alongside his buddies Pacifier and Sippy Cup. All three had experienced neglect and arrived with terribly bedraggled coats, but beneath those tangles were wonderfully sweet spirits. From his very first day in foster care, Blankie has been friendly, affectionate, and ready to enjoy the comforts of a loving home.

Now he's looking for a family to share his favorite things: leisurely walks, a good game of fetch, and a couch with plenty of blankets-and room for one more.

A Little Play, a Little Lounge

Blankie is a cuddler through and through. When you're relaxing together, he finds a way to rest his head or a leg against you, just to keep a little connection. He'll happily hop into your lap for affection, then nestle into a pile of blankets for a nap.

He's also committed to distributing his love fairly. When his foster parents sit together on the couch, Blankie parks himself between them, snuggling with one before moving over to give the other a turn. Nobody gets left out of the Blankie love rotation!

Alongside his lounging talents, he has a playful side. He enjoys fetch and knows that bringing the ball right back is the secret to keeping the game going. His moderate energy makes for a lovely balance of activity and relaxation.

A Day in Blankie's World

Blankie enjoys breakfast around 9 a.m. and dinner around 7 p.m., with a walk after each meal. Between outings, he likes keeping his foster company, stretching out on the couch, or finding a sunny spot around the house.

Evenings are for affection, a little play, and burrowing into his beloved blankets. At bedtime, he sleeps on his own dog bed in his foster parents' bedroom, close to his favorite people.

His foster has used a crate for car travel, but hasn't established an at-home crate routine.

Neighborhood Adventures

Blankie is a pleasant walking companion who generally matches his person's pace and walks with minimal pulling. He enjoys investigating interesting smells and taking in the neighborhood.

Seeing another dog can make him forget his otherwise lovely leash manners: he may pull and bark in his eagerness to meet a potential friend. His adopters can help him practice calmer responses and polite greetings. He doesn't bark at people on walks, though he will sometimes join in when the neighboring dog barks across the fence.

Blankie came into rescue with canine buddies and shows interest in other dogs outside, but he is currently the only pet in his foster home.

Household Skills and Little Lessons

Blankie is a responsive boy who picks up household expectations quickly. His foster reports that a few gentle reminders were enough to help him understand that the human bed was off-limits. He has also been remarkably cooperative with care, including taking his post-neuter medication.

His housetraining is progressing well. He still has an occasional accident, approximately every other day, so his adopters should continue regular potty opportunities, praise, and a consistent routine.

He hasn't shown destructive chewing or digging in foster care
Building Confidence on His Own

Blankie enjoys companionship and is still learning to settle comfortably when his people leave. Sometimes he barks for approximately the first 30 minutes before curling up on the couch for a nap; other times, he skips the barking altogether. Short, positive practice sessions and a predictable departure routine will help him continue building confidence. His family should be comfortable supporting that adjustment and consider whether departure barking would affect close neighbors.

His curious side also means that windows and exits need careful attention. On one occasion, Blankie jumped through an open window to explore his foster's fenced yard. Thankfully, he wasn't hurt, but his adopters will need to keep accessible windows securely closed or otherwise safely secured and supervise outdoor time. Any yard should have secure fencing.

His Perfect Match

Blankie would love a family that appreciates a gentle, affectionate companion with just enough playful enthusiasm to keep things interesting. His foster describes him as sweet and easygoing, and he's happiest sharing the ordinary pleasures of home with his people.

Blankie offers sunny companionship, enthusiastic ball returns, and a very thoughtful system for making sure everyone gets their share of snuggles.

If your couch has a cozy corner and your heart has room for a sweet little shadow, Blankie is ready to settle in.