Ping Pong

My story

All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped.  * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.Adoption fee: $750 Meet Ping Pong — Your Velcro Shadow with a Heart of Gold   1–2 year old Male Maltipoo | Fluffy Lovebug in Training   Ping Pong may have come from a rough start — rescued from the shelter as a matted little mess — but he’s left all that behind and is blossoming into the beautiful, affectionate, joyful pup he was always meant to be. After a full shave-down to free him from the mats, his gorgeous coat is now growing back in and promises to be luxuriously soft and fluffy. Spoiler alert: even his paw pads are baby-soft.   This sweet boy has the heart of a cuddler and the energy of a puppy. He’s bouncy, playful, and always ready for a game of fetch or tug. Ping Pong has a collection of toys that he proudly carries around, and he’s especially fond of tossing soft toys in the air and catching them with flair. One of his signature moves? Draping his favorite long stuffed animal around his neck like a fashion statement.   Ping Pong thrives on companionship. He’s a classic velcro dog who wants to be as close to his favorite human as possible — whether curled up on your lap, snoozing at your feet, or following you from room to room. That said, he’s comfortable being left at home and will settle into his favorite cozy spot to nap until you return.   Daily Life with Ping Pong:   Wakes up with the sun (around 6 AM), tail wagging and ready to play   Eats three meals a day as we help him gain weight — though he prefers a human nearby so he doesn't miss out on attention   Enjoys three walks daily after meals and is great on a leash — no pulling, no barking at birds or squirrels   Sleeps soundly at night, often flat on his back with paws in the air   Not crate-trained but is well-mannered in the home and knows when it’s potty time (just hasn’t quite figured out how to ask yet!)   Personality Snapshot:   Affectionate & Loyal: Deeply bonded to his person, sweet with other family members, and tolerant of kids’ noise and antics   Energetic & Playful: Loves toys, fetch, and tug — but just as happy to snuggle up for a nap afterward   Quiet & Gentle: Not a barker unless startled, not food-obsessed, and doesn’t beg or guard food   Low-maintenance grooming (for now): Though when that coat grows back, he’ll be a cloud with legs!   Ping Pong doesn’t live with other pets but has shown excellent tolerance for kids and would likely do well in a home with gentle children or other dogs. He’s still got some puppy energy to burn, so regular walks and playtime are essential, but he balances that beautifully with his deep desire to be a cuddle bug.   Ideal Home: Ping Pong would thrive with someone who enjoys a lap dog, a snuggler, and a loyal little sidekick. He does play favorites, so he might bond especially closely with one person, but he’s sweet and respectful to everyone.   Why Ping Pong? He’s soft, sweet, soulful, and snuggly. He doesn’t yap, doesn’t beg, and doesn’t mind if you pick up his food mid-meal. He’s got a big heart, a playful spirit, and an unshakable calm that makes him truly special.   Ping Pong is ready to find his forever person — could that be you?    May 20, 2025, 12:14 pm

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