Cricket Couch Champ

Easygoing, affectionate, couch-rolling, and just a little bit sneaky with the kisses... this is Cricket. This pint-sized boy is the kind of dog who doesn't need to be the center of attention and is happy to go with the flow, and that is exactly how he wins you over. Cricket is estimated to be around 5 years old and weighs 41 lbs. With rescue, breed is always our best guess, but we see a little pittie, maybe a dash of whippet, and a whole lot of "perfectly made just as he is." He is currently fostered in a loving home with a full spectrum of dog personalities, from tiny, opinionated chihuahuas to big, playful pitties, and Cricket fits in beautifully with all of them. His foster says "he just gets it!" He reads the room, matches energy effortlessly, and knows when it's time to play and when it's time to relax. It makes living with him feel easy and so natural. At home, he is all about comfort and connection. He's fully house and crate trained, settles in without fuss, and has a deep appreciation for the finer things in life... like a good couch and a proper roll-around before drifting off into a nap. It's kind of his signature move. Call it the Cricket Classic. He's social and affectionate with people; he will absolutely sneak in a kiss when you least expect it and then carry on like nothing happened. He's gentle with kids, warm without being overwhelming, and has a natural demeanor that makes people feel comfortable around him. Out and about, he's a great little sidekick. He rides well in the car, has the basics of leash walking down, and approaches the world with a calm, steady presence. He doesn't need constant activity to be happy, but he's always up for joining you when adventure calls. Cricket's foster told us all about how he just blended into her home and life, and it is easy to imagine how beautifully he will settle into his forever home when the time comes. He is not flashy, not over-the-top... just consistently grateful, sweet company with a playful little streak and a heart full of quiet affection. If you're looking for a dog who is perfectly timed as an easy best friend from day one, Cricket is ready and waiting to get started.

Ideal Home

Cricket is a great companion for a family with children and other dogs. He doesn't need constant activity to be happy but is always up for an adventure.

Ongoing Health

No specific health conditions were mentioned in the listing.

Training & Support

Cricket is fully house and crate trained and has the basics of leash walking down. He comes from a rescue that provides extensive behavioral testing and support, including individualized behavior plans, training, and socialization.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• Adoption fee is $900 and includes vetting, vaccinations, deworming, spay/neuter, flea and heartworm prevention, microchip, collar, health certificate, and transport.
• Additional $87 surcharge for transportation costs.
• Adopters receive discounts on DNA tests, pet insurance, dog training sessions, and more.

Transporation

Cricket is located in Houston, Texas. Transportation is available nationwide through the rescue's USDA-certified transport system, with drop-off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.