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* This litter of puppies will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, July 25th from 12–3 PM (unless pre-adopted prior to the event). All puppies are available for pre-adoption now and will be ready to go to their homes on July 15th! All DPS Rescue dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, flea/tick treated, and microchipped prior to adoption. Adoption fee: $650 Meet the Black & White Puppies! Born in the rescue on May 18, 2026, these adorable 9 week old puppies are the lucky offspring of our wonderful Mama Clover. Two of these sweet pups — Badger and Penguin — are still looking for their forever homes! Clover is a 30-pound mixed breed with a fabulous personality—friendly, outgoing, affectionate, and the kind of dog who wins everyone over within minutes. Her puppies have clearly inherited her wonderful temperament. Dad remains a mystery, but based on their size, we expect them to grow into medium-sized dogs. These puppies are truly some of the sweetest, friendliest puppies we have ever had in the rescue. They are mellow, quiet, playful, curious, and incredibly people-oriented. They come running when called, expecting either food or affection, and watching them trot over with happy little faces is guaranteed to make your day. For puppies, they are remarkably well behaved. They sleep quietly through the night in their x-pen, settle nicely during the day, and spend their waking hours playing, exploring, wrestling, and soaking up attention. Tug-of-war is a favorite game, and both of them love cuddles. Daily Routine Their days follow a wonderful routine that has helped them become such confident, happy little pups. They wake around 7:00 a.m. for breakfast and a potty break, enjoy some playtime before settling in for a nap, spend the afternoon alternating between meals, outdoor play, and more naps, and finish the day with dinner, one last potty break, and a peaceful night's sleep. They're excellent eaters, and they're already learning that people are the source of both delicious meals and lots of love. Meet the Puppies Badger is everyone's favorite lounge puppy. Calm and mellow, he loves being carried around in his puppy sling and is happiest when he's snuggled close. Once he relaxes, he'll rest his head on your shoulder and happily soak up all the cuddles. He's gentle, curious, and playful without being overly energetic. Penguin is the quiet adventurer. He loves climbing, exploring, and playing tackle, but he also has an incredibly gentle side. He'll often sit quietly and look up at you with an expression that seems to say, "Could I have a cuddle now?" It's impossible to resist. The Bottom Line These puppies have been raised with love from the very beginning, and it shows. They are affectionate, social, easygoing, and wonderfully well adjusted for their age. While every puppy will continue learning and growing in their new home, they've already built an incredible foundation that will help them thrive. If you're looking for a happy, friendly, medium-sized companion to grow up with your family, you truly couldn't ask for a sweeter pair of puppies. Just be prepared—you may have a hard time choosing! As with all young littermates, puppies should be adopted separately so they can each develop into confident, independent adult dogs.