Tiny Tim

I can live with older dog-savvy children who understand I need time to settle in. I can be an only dog or live with other dogs. I have never met cats. I would love a garden to run and play in! I would love plenty of adventures once I am fully vaccinated! I am just a puppy! Please be patient with me while I learn the basics! Please read below for more information about my health! 03-11-26 Tiny Tim is a gorgeous and bouncy little pup who has come to us from a breeder. He is a lovely, happy boy who is always interested in what is going on around him and has been enjoying all the new experiences that come with living in a home. He has been spending time in a foster home and is showing us what a wonderful little companion he can be. He is a fairly chilled-out little chap who loves nothing more than a cuddle, a tummy rub and being close to his favourite people! Tiny Tim has arrived with a Grade 3 left luxating patella and a Grade 4 right luxating patella. He has had X-rays which we are able to send to potential adopters for them to have checked at their own vets. Due to his diagnosis, he will need specialist surgery to help his mobility. Unfortunately, this cannot be carried out just yet as he is still growing, and it will need to be arranged once his growth plates have fused. We would love to find adopters who are happy to welcome Tiny Tim into their lives as he is now and who would be able to fund his operation when he is old enough. It is estimated that this could cost around £3,000+, depending on which specialist is used, and it would not be covered by insurance as it is a pre-existing condition. We would love for him to settle into a forever home while he is still a puppy, where he can enjoy all the fun of growing up with his own family. If he isn't adopted during this time, we will continue to support him and arrange his surgery under our care once he is old enough. Tiny Tim has been enjoying life in his foster home and has shown himself to be a lovely little house companion. He is quite happy pottering about, having little naps in his bed and keeping himself occupied with his toys, although he much prefers being curled up beside his foster mum and having his tummy rubbed! He loves attention and is very generous with his kisses, even if he has been told his breath could do with a little improvement! He is also quite the little snorer and has earned himself the nickname of an 'iPad kid' because he loves sitting peacefully watching things move on a screen. He is currently living with another dog and enjoys having company, although he can sometimes find a bigger, more playful dog a little overwhelming. He is happy to retreat to his foster mum for reassurance when he needs a break. Tiny Tim can live with a suitable resident dog in his new home, provided they are happy to have a playful puppy around, or he could be the only dog where his adopters have plenty of time to spend with him. He can live with sensible, dog-savvy children who understand his needs. Tiny Tim has been getting out and about for some short lead walks and is slowly getting used to wearing his harness. His back legs can be a little wobbly and his mobility does need to be considered, but this certainly doesn't stop him from enjoying life! He can be quite adventurous and sometimes forgets that his legs need a little extra care, so his adopters will need to be mindful of this and manage his activity carefully. He isn't particularly keen on travelling in the car as it can make him feel sick, and loud noises can worry him, so he will need some gentle reassurance with these things. As Tiny Tim is still just a pup, he will need to continue learning all about the rules of home life, including house training and walking nicely on a lead. His adopters will need to be patient and willing to help him grow into a happy and confident little boy. His adopters will need to agree to have him neutered when he is old enough, and his family will need to take him to puppy socialisation and training as he grows. Tiny Tim is such a gorgeous little character who has already experienced so many firsts and is thoroughly enjoying discovering the world around him. He is a loving, cuddly and sometimes cheeky little boy who deserves a family who will adore him, understand his medical needs and be there for him throughout his journey.