Hello!  I’m new to this group.  I lost my almost 16 year old Shih Tzu/Yorkie mix at the beginning of December and I was so, incredibly sad and couldn’t stand my empty home.  This guy popped up along with several other little dogs at a rescue an hour south of NYC.  He and the others were brought up here from North Carolina from a puppy mill/hoarding case over the summer.  I met several of the dogs, mostly Havanese mixes and they were all so sweet, but I just felt a bond with this little guy and brought him home that day.  

He is approximately a year and a half old and was listed as a Havanese mix.  My guess on the other breed is poodle? I included two pictures, one after his bath/groom a couple days ago and one from before.  If you have any other guesses let me know! His medical records say he only weighed 6 pounds back in August.  He is 10 pounds now and could probably stand to gain some weight.  He has his first appointment with my vet on the 21st, so I’ll ask about that.

He’s just the best guy.  Full of puppy energy, but mostly well behaved.  He wasn’t potty trained and he’s picked up quickly that he does that outside with very few accidents so far.  He sleeps through the night, usually cuddled up right next to me.  Loves chewing on his toys, but hasn’t been destructive.  He didn’t have any clue how to walk on a leash.  We’ve been working on it and he’s already getting better.  Sit and lay down were easy commands for him to learn.  Definitely food motivated.  He does bark and howl when left alone (I have cameras to check on him when I’m away).  I’ve only left him for a couple hours at most so far, but he’s definitely stressed when I’m not here, so I’d be happy to hear any tips to help with that.  I don’t crate him, he has free rein.  

I’m excited to learn more about this breed and learn more about him and quirks.  I was very anxious about getting another dog, but he was one of the best decisions I’ve made.  

Also, his sister and few other dogs from the hoarding case are still available if anyone lives in or around the downstate New York area and wants a new family member.

Adopted this boy 2 weeks ago