Bingo Bug Puddle Paws

Does Bingo run a tiny neighborhood detective agency? Maybe! We cannot confirm it, but we are not convinced he doesn't. He is alert, expressive, deeply invested in everyone's business, and somehow manages to be both hilariously spunky and genuinely very sweet all at once. Estimated to be around 3 years old and weighing 23 lbs, Bingo appears to be a Miniature Pinscher mix of some sort, though rescue rules absolutely apply and breed and age are simply our best guess. What we do know for certain is that this little guy comes fully loaded with charm, a love of snackies, and a truly elite appreciation for booty scratches. Go watch Bingo on YouTube, then come right back to read more about this tiny booty-scratch enthusiast. https://youtu.be/0LJfUzY8rSQ

Bingo is being fostered in a loving home with 3 other dogs and his foster shared that he settled into the busy environment with ease. No matter the scene, new people, new dogs, lots going on around him, none of it seems to bother him one bit. He fell into the mix with the dogs like he'd been there from the start. In all the spaces and places we have seen him in, he stays consistently easy. He happily wanders around exploring, soaking up attention, and making friends with everyone willing to stop and pet him. He is affectionate without being overwhelming and genuinely seems to enjoy being around people. With other dogs, Bingo showed very good social skills overall. He integrated easily into group play, greets appropriately, and mostly prefers casually hanging out and exploring over wild play, chase, or roughhousing. He will join in for a little chase here and there, but overall, his energy level feels more mid-to-low than high energy. He also met our house cat and was perfectly polite. He has a healthy amount of respectful caution and could fit nicely into either a multi-pet home or a home where he gets all the attention to himself.

Ideal Home

Bingo is simply not buying that whole small-dog life stereotype. He identifies as a big dog and he will do best with an adopter who respects that. With that personality comes occasional chattiness, so no apartments for Bingo. His size says yes, but his mouth says no shared walls.

Ongoing Health

Bingo does have boundaries around handling; it's simple and easily respected. He will side-eye you over touching his feet but doesn't mind nail trims, and he will count the seconds until you put him down if you decide to pick him up. The protest to both is small and uneventful, but just know he isn't a grab-and-go guy. Once the moment is over, he relaxes immediately and goes right back to normal without lingering stress.

Training & Support

Bingo knows sit and shake, takes treats with an incredibly soft mouth, and has the kind of expressive face that makes every interaction feel personal. He is smart, attentive, and easy to engage with.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• The adoption fee is $1,200.00 and includes all vetting, DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad-spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12-month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high-quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship.
• A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.

Transporation

We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue-run USDA-certified transport system, ensuring every pet travels safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes 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). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, and connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page! Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.