09/01/2026
Meet Mikey! 🐾💛
Some of you may remember this adorable little face! Mikey first came to us as an owner surrender earlier this year and was lucky enough to find a wonderful adopter who loved him dearly. Sadly, after just four months together, his person passed away, and Mikey once again finds himself looking for a family to call his own.
At just 3 years old and 8 pounds, Mikey may be small in size, but he has a BIG personality! This energetic, curious little guy is always ready for something fun. Whether it’s going for a walk, playing fetch, exploring the yard, or having a full-blown squeaky-toy party, Mikey is happiest when he has something to do. And if there’s a squeaky toy involved? Even better! Those are definitely his favorite. 😂
Mikey can be a little unsure when meeting new people and may bark a few times to let you know he’s not quite sure about you yet. But give him a little time—and perhaps a few treats—and you’ll quickly see his sweet side come out. Once Mikey trusts you, he becomes a loyal little shadow who loves being close to his person. He’s more of a “sit right beside you” kind of guy than a lap dog, but he definitely wants to know where his favorite human is.
Mikey is crate trained and settles nicely once he gets comfortable. A treat makes kennel time even better, although he may give a little protest whining before settling down. He has also been doing wonderfully with his house training and does best with a consistent routine. Having another dog to follow outside has been especially helpful for him.
And this little guy is smart! Mikey is very treat-motivated and already knows several commands, including sit, stay, no, kennel up, and leave it. He enjoys learning and would love an adopter who will continue working with him and give him plenty of opportunities to use his busy little brain.
Mikey does well with other dogs and would absolutely love having a canine companion. In fact, another playful, confident dog could be a wonderful match for him—not only to play with, but also to help him continue building confidence and learning the ropes.
Mikey does have a higher energy level and is still working on learning how to settle himself when the fun is over. He thrives with structure, exercise, enrichment, and a routine that keeps his body and mind busy. He can also get a little mouthy and nippy when he’s excited during play, so he is looking for a home without young children.
And then there are the quirks that make Mikey… well, Mikey. 😂 He makes the funniest little gremlin noises when he wants something, and if he thinks you’ve forgotten that playtime is supposed to be happening, he has absolutely no problem sitting in front of you and barking his very strongly worded opinion. He’s a tiny dog with a lot to say!
Mikey’s ideal home will be with someone who is home often and enjoys having an active, playful companion. Someone who will give him daily walks, plenty of enrichment, continued training, and the structure he needs to learn how to settle. Most importantly, he needs someone who will be patient while he builds trust and who will appreciate all of his silly, spunky, slightly bossy ways.
Mikey has already experienced the heartbreak of losing his person once. ❤️🩹 What he needs now is a forever family who will love him for all of his quirks, help him continue to grow, and give him the security of knowing he is finally home for good.
If you’re looking for a tiny companion with a huge personality, endless entertainment, and a whole lot of love to give, Mikey may be the little guy you’ve been waiting for. 💛🐾
https://misfitmuttsdogrescue.com/adoption/
