Skylar is a 4 year old, 8 lb Maltese/poodle mix with a heart full of sweetness and a deep love for snuggling!

Quick Facts:

Name: Skylar
Breed: Maltese/Poodle mix
Age: 4 years old
Weight: 8 lbs.
House-Trained: Working on it!
Crate-Trained: Yes
Good with Dogs: Yes (best with dogs her size - she is scared of larger dogs)
Good with Cats: Not tested, open to a meet and greet though
Good with Kids: Not tested, likely fine with respectful, calm kids
Energy Level: Medium/Snuggly
Fence Required: No
Dog's Location: Boiling Springs Lakes, NC

About Skylar's Breed:

Our best guess is that Skylar is a Maltese/Poodle mixed breed. Maltese-Poodle mixes (often called Maltipoos) are known for their sweet, affectionate, and people oriented nature, blending the Maltese's gentle charm with the Poodle's intelligence and sensitivity. They're typically cuddly, bright little companions who love being close to their humans and thrive on connection, routine, and reassurance. Many Maltese-Poodle mixes are playful without being overwhelming, making them wonderful small breed companions for families, singles, and seniors alike.

Their ideal home is one that offers consistent structure, gentle guidance, and lots of companionship. Because they bond closely and can be sensitive, they flourish in calm environments where they feel safe and included in daily life. Regular walks, positive reinforcement training, and cozy cuddle time help them shine. Maltese-Poodle mixes thrive when they have loving humans who appreciate their tender hearts and bright minds.

What to Love about Skylar:

Skylar is still learning how to be a dog, but she's making beautiful progress - especially when playing with her foster family's Malti Poo. Skylar is playful and affectionate, yet still skittish, and she needs a patient adopter who can gently introduce her to new environments and help her build confidence and trust. She bonds strongly to men and absolutely adores her foster dad, so she'd be thrilled to have a "dad/man" (or two!) in her forever home!

Skylar does wonderfully with dogs her size and would enjoy having a small doggie friend, though she'd also be happy as your one and only lap companion. She's fearful of larger dogs, but she's open to meeting cats and would likely do well with a calm introduction. With medium energy and a more submissive play style, she enjoys neighborhood walks and is great on a leash. Skylar is doing well with her potty training but still has occasional accidents. She's crate trained and settles nicely when left alone.

Sweet, snuggly, and eager to blossom, Skylar is ready for a calm, loving home where she can feel safe, supported, and adored. If you're looking for a gentle little cuddle bug who will happily claim your lap as her favorite place in the world, Skylar is ready to meet you!

Skylar's Stellar Highlights:

• 4 year old, 8 lb Maltese/poodle mix with a sweet, snuggly personality
• Loves to cuddle and bonds deeply with her people
• Still learning how to be a dog and enjoys playful time with small dog friends
• Skittish but improving - needs gentle introductions to new environments
• Bonds strongly to men and would love a "dad/man" in her forever home
• Great with small dogs but nervous around larger dogs
• Likely cat friendly and open to a calm meet and greet
• Medium energy with a more submissive play style
• Doing well with potty training but still has occasional accidents
• Crate trained and great on leash - enjoys peaceful neighborhood walks

Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!