Matty

My story

Matty is roughly a 5 year old Poodle X mill survivor.  He has been neutered, is up to date on his shots and is ready to find his forever home. Although still very shy and somewhat unsure of peoples attention, Matty is blossoming into a sweet, and  very lovable character who loves being with his foster family, usually as close as he can get.  He is well behaved when meeting new people but has not yet been in the company of children. While he has come a long way in a very short time, he still needs more practice walking on a leash as well as housetraining.  Both of these are a work in progress. He is great with going up stairs but is still very reluctant to try going down them.  Therefore, a family that has the patience to continue working on these things would be the best place for Matty.  (Please remember that mill dogs usually live in barns and are not walked, don't know stairs and are not housetrained)   Matty has recently had a new foster join him and he loves playing with him. They will chase one another around and wrestle inside or out in the yard.  He has also discovered toys and loves to play with them or line them up before his foster brother carries them back to where they were before.     Standing on his hind legs and dancing is one way he tries to get your attention or ask for treats.  He knows the commands come and stay and is learning to take treats from your hand. Matty is a good traveler in the car enjoying watching the world go by.  Leaping onto the couch to sit by your side getting petted and scratched behind his ears is one of his favorite things to do.     He is a good eater and will try new things like fruit and vegetables.  The most unusual thing he loves is tomatoes.  If he doesn't like what you are offering him he will wrinkle his nose and turn his head away.  Currently he is on both kibble and wet food.    If you are looking for a very affectionate and cuddly dog who loves to be with his people and will make you laugh with his goofy ways, then Matty is your boy.February 20, 2026, 7:05 am

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Matty, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.