General Profile:  Please fill out the adoption application at http://www.bichonrescues.com/pre-adoption-form-dog if you are interested in meeting one of our dogs. 

Pauline - Tri-Color     Lou - Red and White (Blind)

Pauline and Lou came to us from a rescue in Texas who needed a place for this special pair to go and hopefully find their forever home.  Their owner passed away and no one was able to take the dogs in, so they ended up in rescue.  Now they are with Bichon and Little Buddies and in a foster home and doing great.  Lou is a bit special - she is blind - but for the most part you would never know it.  Pauline helps her get around, but she doesn't really need the help once she figures out the layout of the house.  You do need to watch her on steps and porches/decks so she doesn't fall off, but she loves to climb onto the back of couches and other furniture!  They have been good with people of all ages, and do well with the other pets in the foster home.  They are housetrained, but may have an accident or two as they figure out a new home and schedule.  If Lou isn't perched on the back of a couch or chair, she wants to be in your lap. Pauline is a little more shy at first, but once she know you , she wants to be in your lap as well.  They both seem to be scared of thunder and loud noises, but a thunder shirt or some calming treats may help with that.  They would probably do best in a home with no children or older children, but visiting grandchildren would be fine.  They aren't very active dogs, and prefer a mellow lifestyle.  If you are interested in any of our dogs, please fill out the pre-adoption application and we will set up a time for you to come and meet them.

To assist you and your new pet in adjusting to life together, you will also receive an 8 week age appropriate obedience training course at For Pet's Sake Dog Training for $50 (up to $200 value).  You may opt to take Puppy Kindergarten, Adult Beginners, Small Dogs Big Hearts, or Shy & Reactive Dog Class.  You must start the class within 90 days of adoption for the reduced fee.  For more information on the classes visit www.forpetssake.cc

All dogs are seen BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.  Many are in various foster homes getting extra one on one attention getting them ready for their new homes.  The first step in adoption is filling out the pre-adoption application.  Bichon and Little Buddies is run by volunteers who have full time jobs in addition to the hours they spend with the rescue dogs.  Having an application on file assures us that the potential adopter is really interested in adopting a dog.  It also assists us in placing dogs in homes where both the dog and new owners are happy.  The application puts you under no obligation to adopt a dog from Bichon and Little Buddies.

The Dog Pre-Adoption Application can be found at http://www.bichonrescues.com/pre-adoption-form-dog

Thanks for thinking about adopting your new pet!