DEXTER HAS DENTAL WORK SCHEDULED FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 7th  AND WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AFTER.

Dexter is a 6 year old male Maltese who weighs in at 12 pounds.  This dog's adoption fee is $450.  If you are still interested, please read more below.

Dexter has the potential for being a very loving dog.  Due to his history of basically not having loving human interaction he is wary when approached and runs away.  When his foster is able to pick him up he is tense but very calm.  He never shows any sign of aggression or defensiveness.  He will lay in his foster's arms and lap.  When Dexter first arrived he did not know how to use stairs but has since become comfortable going up stairs - he is still learning to go down.  He will not take a treat from your hand, but will if it is left on the floor for him. He is not leash trained but we're working on it.  He has learned to use the doggie door on his own. 

Dexter has lots of doggie companions in his foster home and he loves being with them.  He will play with them and his tail is nearly always wagging. He is very close with another foster dog who came in with him - Bentley, an 8 year old Shih Tzu.

Dexter will follow his foster and always looks to see what is going on. His foster feels Dexter really wants to be loved and just needs time and patience to be fully trusting. He gets excited with the other dogs when their food is being prepared and eats very well.  He can be a bit vocal at times - letting you know he wants attention even though he is still on the wary side. 

Dexter is microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations and neutered.  This dog's family will be required to complete a basic obedience course of their choosing.  A meeting will not be scheduled until you have an approved application, so if you are interested in adopting this dog, fill out an Online Application today!  Once your application has been approved, an ARF volunteer will contact you to arrange a meeting.