Meet Cane

Male
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

Cane is a sweet, cuddly little puppy with a calm and easygoing personality. While many puppies are constantly on the move, Cane has a more relaxed approach to life and enjoys spending time close to his people. He loves affection, enjoys being held, and is happiest when he feels safe, comfortable, and included.

At this young age, Cane is still learning about the world around him. He is curious and playful but tends to approach new experiences with a gentle, thoughtful attitude. His loving nature and relaxed temperament make him a wonderful companion for families looking for a puppy with a softer personality.

As a Poodle / Terrier mix, Cane is expected to grow into an intelligent, affectionate, and loyal companion. This mix often produces dogs that are eager to learn, highly people-oriented, and adaptable to many different lifestyles. Early socialization, positive reinforcement, and consistent guidance will help him develop into a confident and well-mannered adult dog.

Cane 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 his emotional and physical well-being

He is still in the earliest stage of life and will need a family committed to helping him navigate puppyhood with patience, love, and guidance.

Training, Adjustment & What to Expect

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

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

Cane 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, Cane will grow into a confident and devoted companion.

Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care

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

Cane 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 he is very young, consistency and structure are essential for healthy development and confidence building.

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

Adoption Information

If you are interested in adopting this wonderful dog, please complete an adoption application by visiting:

https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions

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.