Clickbait

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* This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, October 17th from 12PM – 3PM (unless adopted prior to the event).  3910 Middlefield Road All DPS Rescue dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, flea/tick treated, and microchipped prior to adoption.   Adoption fee: $750 Clickbait: You Won’t Believe What This Little Dog Does Next! 10–12 months old • 14 lbs • Mini Goldendoodle • very low-shedding   We regret to inform you that the headline is accurate: this dog really is ridiculously cute. Meet Clickbait, a 14-pound mini Goldendoodle (our best guess!) rescued from the shelter who has turned his foster home into a nonstop stream of wagging tails, toy chases, dramatic reunions, and bedtime snuggles. If you’re looking for a quiet little decorative pillow, keep scrolling. If you love a young dog with personality, enthusiasm, and a strong opinion about being picked up (please!), you’ve found your match.   Your Morning Notification Has Arrived   Around 6:30 a.m., Clickbait begins stretching at the foot of his foster parents’ bed. Then come the sniffs and licks: a gentle reminder that your subscription to morning has officially renewed. He sleeps through the night by their feet and wakes ready to get the day started.   First stop is the backyard for a potty break. Then he eagerly welcomes the household’s kids as they arrive in the kitchen, tail wagging and feet bouncing. Breakfast is around 7:30 a.m., and he tends to eat his meals in installments. A little meat topper certainly helps keep his interest.   His morning walk usually happens around 8:30 a.m., with an occasional early-afternoon outing when the weather cooperates. His favorite walk is the one after dinner, when the whole family comes along. During the day, he spends much of his time in the family room and kitchen, enjoying the couch or settling near his foster mom’s feet.   The Personality Reveal   Clickbait spent his first day quietly exploring his new surroundings. His appetite was initially subdued, but he had no reservations about climbing onto his foster parents’ bed that first night. By days two and three, the full Clickbait experience had launched.   He is joyful, curious, affectionate, and especially devoted to his foster mom. He follows her around the house, keeping tabs on everything from laundry to office work. When she comes home, his greeting looks like an audition for the gymnastics team: bouncing, hopping, and celebrating with his whole body. He may also bark enthusiastically to request an immediate pickup.   And yes, this boy has a voice. His fosters think he could join the Italian opera. Clickbait uses barking, little whimpers, and expressive eye contact to communicate, so his future family should appreciate a companion who sometimes has something to say.   Once he’s tired, the busy little entertainer becomes a trusting cuddle bug. He climbs into your arms and settles in, perfectly content to let someone else handle the evening’s programming.   Play Now, Snuggle Later   Clickbait loves fetch, chasing tossed toys, and playing with his foster family’s active 11- and 15-year-old kids. Stuffed animals, tennis balls, and socks all catch his attention, though he’s still learning which items belong on his approved toy list. Beach balls should consider themselves warned.   He is very much a young dog, with plenty of bouncing, chewing, and playful mouthing. He sometimes mouths hands or tugs at clothing during excited play. His adopters will need to consistently redirect him toward appropriate toys and help him practice keeping four paws on the floor. A family with older, dog-savvy kids who can participate in that training could be a lovely fit.   He also enjoys activities that put his curious brain to work. When his fosters hid a treat in a tower of paper cups, he successfully located the correct cup—and then decided the cup itself was the prize. His enthusiasm is excellent. His understanding of the assignment is developing.   Adventure Gets His Approval   Clickbait loves walks and happily jumps into the car to join his family on outings. He generally walks nicely with little pulling, though an occasional happy bounce or attempt to chew the leash reminds everyone that he’s still learning.   He enjoys greeting and sniffing other dogs, particularly those around his size, and his fosters haven’t observed barking at dogs or people on walks. Squirrels earn a thoughtful pause and a stare. Park benches and picnic tables apparently look like excellent places to hop up and survey his audience.   He also explores with his mouth, so attentive supervision outdoors is essential. His family has caught him trying to sample acorns and other things he shouldn’t eat. Continued practice with “leave it” and “drop it” will be useful, along with keeping tempting objects out of reach at home.   Learning the Household Rules   After a few accidents during his first days, Clickbait settled into his foster family’s potty routine and the accidents stopped. He now goes to the door and scratches at or sniffs the hanging dog doorbell when he needs an outdoor break. Keeping a consistent schedule will help him carry that progress into his new home.   His fosters haven’t seen digging, but they did once catch him trying to squeeze through gaps in the backyard gate. A securely enclosed yard and supervised outdoor time will suit this curious little explorer.   Clickbait can become anxious when he feels alone or misses his people, especially his foster mom. His adopters should be prepared to build his comfort with time apart through gradual practice and a predictable routine. He forms close bonds, and learning that his favorite people always return will be part of helping him settle in.   Behind the Scenes   Clickbait’s first encounter with the robot vacuum involved a cautious approach, an outstretched front paw, a raised little rear end, and a quick flinch whenever the machine moved closer. Clearly, someone needed to investigate this suspicious new cast member.   He is also the first of his foster family’s dogs to appreciate the handmade cardboard doghouse their kids built. While previous residents declined the accommodations, Clickbait happily pops inside and sometimes stays for a daytime break. Every rising star needs a dressing room.   The Home He’ll Click With   Clickbait would thrive with people who enjoy an affectionate, energetic young dog and are ready to give him playtime, outings, snuggles, and consistent guidance. His experience with older kids has been happy and playful, and he could be a wonderful addition to an active family that understands puppy manners are still a work in progress.   He brings the charm, the comedy, and the enthusiastic welcome-home committee. You bring the toys, the patience, and a spot beside you.   Go ahead. Click on Clickbait. This little headline has a whole lot of heart.