Meet Dean Winchester! This adorable 3.5-month-old Mini Poodle puppy weighs 8 pounds and sports stunning merle markings. Dean was born with approximately 50% vision loss and 50% hearing loss due to breeding practices that prioritized coat color over health. Despite these challenges, Dean is a happy, loving little guy who embraces life with enthusiasm and plenty of affection to share.
Dean is already making great progress in his foster home, learning the ropes of being a cherished family pet. He's doing wonderfully with potty training and is quick to do his business outdoors. At night, he sleeps soundly in his puppy pen with his brother, Sam Winchester. Like many puppies, Dean is teething and enjoys chewing, so he'll need a good supply of safe chew toys to keep him happily occupied. He enjoys the company of both people and other dogs and has been living successfully with canine companions of various ages and sizes. Dean gains confidence from having another dog around, so he would truly thrive in a home with a friendly, confident pup who can be both a playmate and a guide.
Ideal Home
Dean needs a patient and understanding family committed to helping him navigate the world safely. While experience with hearing- or vision-impaired dogs is a bonus, it's not required for adopters willing to learn. A physically fenced yard is essential. A home with another confident dog of similar size and energy level is strongly preferred.
Ongoing Health
Dean has approximately 50% vision loss and 50% hearing loss due to his genetics.
Training & Support
Dean is teething and enjoys chewing, so he will need plenty of safe chew toys. He is doing well with potty training. He gains confidence from having another dog around.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- All of our animals come spayed or neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, are microchipped, heartworm negative, current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention, dewormed, and treated for any ailments found upon veterinary examination.
- An application allows us to get to know your family better so we can assess whether the animal you are interested in is a good match for your home. An application does not obligate you to adopt.
- Due to the volume of applications some animals receive, we are unable to contact all applicants. If your application is considered a good fit for the animal you are interested in, or even a different pet, a volunteer will give you a call as soon as possible.
Transportation
Dean Winchester is currently being fostered in the Cincinnati area. We are a foster-based rescue and do not have a shelter location where animals can be seen during the week. Please check our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LouiesLegacy for our weekly adoption album if you are interested in meeting an animal in person. Not all animals attend every adoption event, so please check our Facebook page for animal event times and locations before you make a trip to meet a specific animal.
