Claire

Description

Claire is a 9‑year‑old, 12‑lb Miniature Poodle with a gentle heart, a soft spirit, and the sweetest desire to belong!   Quick Facts: Name: Claire Breed: Miniature Poodle Age: 9 years old Weight: 12 lbs. House-Trained: Yes Crate-Trained: Yes Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Yes Good with Kids: Yes Energy Level: Medium Fence Required: No Dog's Location: Spring Lake, NC   About Claire’s Breed: Our best guess is that Claire is a miniature Poodle. Miniature Poodles are known for their bright intelligence, affectionate nature, and people oriented temperament. They’re small but sturdy companions who love being close to their humans, often forming deep bonds and thriving in homes where they can enjoy plenty of attention, structure, and gentle affection. Many Miniature Poodles have a playful streak even into their senior years, paired with a calm, cuddly side that makes them wonderful lap dogs.   Their ideal home is one that offers companionship, consistency, and softness. Miniature Poodles do beautifully with adopters who enjoy having a devoted little shadow, can provide a predictable routine, and appreciate a dog who wants to be part of daily life. They typically thrive with gentle kids, friendly small dogs, and even cats, making them a great fit for first time dog owners or quieter households. A home that values closeness and comfort is exactly where a Miniature Poodle shines!   What to Love about Claire: Because of her past, Claire takes her time getting to know new people — but once she decides you’re safe, she becomes your loyal little shadow and best friend! She loves being held and snuggled, yet also enjoys her independence, happily trotting around the house or curling up nearby. Claire is wonderfully well‑mannered: she’s potty trained, crate trained, and completely non‑destructive in the home.   Claire has a playful side too! She loves running around the yard at full speed with her doggie siblings, then coming inside for cozy lap time with her foster mom. She’s great with all people — including kids — and she hasn’t met a dog she doesn’t like! She’s even respectful and friendly with the resident cats, making her an easy fit for many homes. Claire is working on her leash skills and would love to take neighborhood walks with her future family. Her energy level is a perfect medium: playful outside, snuggly inside, and always well‑balanced.   When Claire first arrived at rescue, she was scared and unsure. But once she realized she was safe and loved, she blossomed quickly into a joyful, affectionate, trusting little girl. Now she’s ready to meet her forever family — one that will give her patience, kindness, and the happily‑ever‑after she deserves!   Claire’s Cute Highlights: 9‑year‑old, 12‑lb Miniature Poodle with a soft, trusting heart Slow‑to‑warm sweetheart who becomes your loyal best friend once she feels safe Lap‑loving cuddle bug who also enjoys her independence Potty trained and crate trained with excellent house manners and no destructive habits Playful yard runner who loves zooming around with her doggie siblings Wonderful with kids and friendly with every person she meets Dog‑ and cat‑friendly — she hasn’t met a furry friend she doesn’t like Working on leash skills and excited for neighborhood walks Medium‑energy balance — playful outside, snuggly inside Blossoming rescue girl who has transformed beautifully with love and patience   Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!