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Meet Chaplin Male DOB: February 14, 2026 Weight: 12 lbs current (medium) Breed: Terrier Mix Neutered (Fixed): Pending (age-appropriate) Vaccines: Pending (age-appropriate) Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Personality, Breed Info & Expectations Chaplin is a playful, confident puppy with a fun-loving personality and natural leadership qualities. He is curious, outgoing, and always ready to explore the world around him. Chaplin enjoys interaction, playtime, and being involved in everything happening around him, making him the kind of puppy who keeps life entertaining. He has a bold, adventurous spirit while still being loving and affectionate with his people. Chaplin enjoys companionship, attention, and activity and would thrive in a home excited to help him continue growing into a confident adult dog. As a growing Terrier mix puppy, Chaplin will likely mature into an intelligent, active companion with lots of personality and strong bonds with his family. Terrier mixes are often known for being clever, energetic, engaging dogs who thrive with interaction, routine, and mental stimulation. Chaplin would thrive in a home prepared for: Ongoing puppy training and supervision Daily exercise, playtime, and enrichment Structure and consistency Positive socialization and engagement A lifelong commitment to his emotional and physical well-being Puppies are adorable, but they are also a major responsibility requiring patience, training, supervision, and long-term commitment throughout every stage of life. Training, Adjustment & What to Expect Many rescue puppies come from uncertain beginnings and may not have had structure, socialization, or training before arriving at rescue. Even very young puppies require significant guidance and supervision to properly learn how to navigate life in a home environment. Because of this, adopters should be prepared for: Potty training and accidents Teething and chewing stages Crate training and leash training Nighttime wakeups and supervision Ongoing socialization and structure The rescue environment itself also does not always allow for extensive one-on-one training. While we work hard to provide safety, basic structure, and socialization, adopters should expect to continue training and support after adoption. Chaplin will need: Positive reinforcement training Frequent supervision and potty breaks Patience and consistency Continued socialization and exposure Daily structure and mental stimulation Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule: 3 days to decompress 3 weeks to learn your routine 3 months to fully feel at home With patience, consistency, and love, puppies like Chaplin grow into incredible lifelong companions. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care Owning a puppy is a lifelong commitment that includes training, exercise, routine veterinary care, financial responsibility, and emotional commitment throughout every stage of life. Chaplin will need: Ongoing puppy training and guidance Routine veterinary visits and vaccine boosters Preventative care including flea, tick, and heartworm prevention Proper nutrition and growth monitoring Daily exercise, enrichment, and companionship A safe, stable, indoor living environment Puppies require regular veterinary care throughout their first year, including booster vaccines, wellness exams, and neuter surgery when age-appropriate. Because Chaplin is still young, adopters should also be prepared for the normal puppy phases that come with growing and learning, including chewing, teething, accidents, and continued social development. Chaplin is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting this wonderful puppy, please complete an adoption application by visiting: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles–based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle. You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve. We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved. Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest. We can’t wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend.