Izzy in Parsippany, NJ

Hello! My name is Izzy. I am roughly ten years old and came into rescue after being retired from breeding. It took me no time at all to figure out how to walk on a leash and use a dog door, and I am reliably house broken. I took some time adjusting to people reaching for me, but I am starting to realize people are great. I really like my foster mom, especially when she is eating, and will come right up to her to mug her for food.

My foster mom says I am the easiest foster she has ever had. I really enjoy sleeping in my dog bed when I am not eating. If it were up to me, I would lounge on the couch or my bed all day (except at meal times). I like to sit with my foster brothers and foster mom. I am not super cuddly, but I like to be with them all. I get along with the whole foster family, cats, dogs and a bird.

Since coming into rescue, I have been spayed, vaccinated, and had dental surgery that left me with only two teeth. It hasn’t stopped me from eating, but I struggle with harder things and will swallow it whole if given the opportunity. You will need to be careful if you adopt me to ensure all the things I eat are small enough I can swallow them safely.

I would love a home with another small dog I can play with when I am up for it. I really need someone patient and kind, who won’t be offended if I ignore them except at meal times, and if I run from them periodically when startled. A quiet home with a securely fenced yard is important, because I will take some time to adjust and may try to make a break for it initially.

I am crate trained and dog door trained. I haven’t had an accident in my foster mom’s house because she has a dog door. I am left out and sleep in my own dog bed overnight. I take time to adjust to new locations so a pen or a crate should be used to help me adjust initially.

I would be a great companion looking for a friend to just hang out with. I am no bother to anyone. The worst thing I do is follow my foster mom and nearly trip her because she didn’t notice me. She says she needs to put a bell on me. I enjoy walks, but I certainly don’t need them. My favorite hobbies are eating, sleeping, and walking around with a toy in my mouth.

If you live within a reasonable driving distance of Parsippany, NJ and you are interested in adopting me, please email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com and fill out an application if you haven’t already. I really want a family all my own and hope to hear from you soon.

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