Katie

Meet Katie

Female
DOB: May 7, 2026
Weight: 5 lbs (current - still growing)
Breed: Poodle / Terrier Mix
Expected Size: Small breed (small to medium when fully grown)
Neutered (Fixed): Pending (age-appropriate)
Vaccines: In Progress (puppy vaccines up to age schedule)
Microchipped
Healthy & Adoption-Ready

Personality, Breed Info & Expectations

Katie is a bubbly, bright, and joyful little puppy with a happy personality and a playful spirit. She loves being around people and brings a cheerful energy wherever she goes. Her social and affectionate nature makes her a delightful companion who enjoys both playtime and cuddles.

At this early stage of life, Katie is still learning about the world around her. Everything is new and exciting, and she is in a key developmental period where structure, positive experiences, and patience will shape the adult dog she becomes. She is curious, alert, and eager to engage with her surroundings.

As a Poodle / Terrier mix, Katie is expected to grow into a smart, affectionate, and people-oriented companion. This mix often produces dogs that are highly trainable, social, and eager to bond closely with their families. She will benefit greatly from early training, consistency, and positive reinforcement.

Katie would thrive in a home prepared for:

Ongoing puppy training and supervision

Daily playtime, exercise, and enrichment

Positive socialization experiences

Structure, consistency, and routine

A lifelong commitment to her emotional and physical well-being

She is still in the earliest stage of life and will need a patient family committed to guiding her through puppyhood.

Training, Adjustment & What to Expect

Like most rescue puppies, Katie may not have had early structure, exposure, or training before entering care. Puppies at this age require constant supervision and consistent guidance as they learn basic life skills.

Adopters should expect normal puppy behaviors such as chewing, accidents, teething, learning routines, and testing boundaries. These are all part of healthy development.

Katie will benefit from:

Positive reinforcement training

Daily structure and routine

Continued socialization and exposure

Patience, consistency, and supervision

Gentle guidance during development

Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule:

3 days to decompress

3 weeks to learn routine

3 months to feel fully at home

With stability, patience, and love, Katie will grow into a confident and affectionate companion.

Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care

Owning a puppy is a lifelong commitment that includes training, exercise, routine veterinary care, and emotional responsibility.

Katie will need:

Routine vet visits and vaccine boosters

Preventative care (fleas, ticks, parasites)

Proper nutrition for healthy growth

Daily exercise and enrichment

Safe indoor living environment

Ongoing training and socialization

Because she is very young, consistency and structure are essential to her development.

Katie is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside.

Adoption Information

If you are interested in adopting Katie, please complete an adoption application by visiting:

https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions<br><br>Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle.

You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve.

We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved.

Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest.

We can't wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend.