Meet Smitty!







Smitty entered Downey Shelter as a stray, and when he wasn't claimed, we scooped him up to become a Frosted Face on February 22, 2022. He is 9 years old, weighs 46 lbs., and is living with a foster family as part of the Molly & Me Project, a program to help loving and loyal dogs like Smitty that need to be the only pet in their home, find forever families. (You can learn more about this program at the link below.)







Smitty has really blossomed in a home environment. His Foster Family shares:







"Smitty knows many commands, including “Sit”, “Paw”, “Crate”, “Leave it”, “Stay”, and now “lay down”.  He has learned to have a healthy relationship with his crate, and he will go in when asked with or without food and can stay in there until called with the crate open. Smitty loves getting fed in his crate in the mornings and in a snuffle mat in the evenings. He is a perfect gentleman with making eye contact and waiting for the "yes" command before he eats. He has never shown aggression with food. He knows to give the family space when we are eating at the table. He takes treats gently and does not beg.








Smitty has loads of energy in the morning and before bed. He loves doing zoomies and bouncing and pouncing to play. He is easily calmed when we need him to relax by speaking softly and saying "easy".




 






We frequent our walks later in the evening when we are less likely to see many other dogs. When we see larger dogs, we usually cross the street and have him sit out of view or turn around. With smaller dogs, we cross the street, and I call him and try to keep his interest. Most times he isn’t bothered by them. He loves car rides, and we take him to a Sniff Spot so he can zoom around and play fetch.




 






Recently Smitty has been a bit of an escape artist while we were at work. He jumped on the patio table and over the fence. We now crate him while we are at work. We ensure we walk him more and extend our play time. He has not tried to escape the crate and seems content. When we will only be gone for an hour or two we leave him free range inside the house with the main doors closed. We are happy to report this new routine is working out great and he has had no change to his demeanor.”






 






Smitty is a fan of cuddles! He is naturally drawn to women but will bond with men as well; it just takes a bit more time. He will choose a favorite person and will be a constant shadow to keep you company. He is a goofy and charismatic dog who loves to play. He is vocal in a quiet way when he plays – it’s the cutest thing ever! Smitty is so spunky and fun. He is full of energy and love and has so much to give a family!”






 






If you are looking for an active and affectionate buddy, Smitty is your guy! His foster family has gotten him ready for a forever home... might it be with you? 




 




To become Smitty's forever family, please complete our placement questionnaire at:

www.frostedfacesfoundation.org/apply






 





Learn more about our programs at: 

www.frostedfacesfoundation.org/family

 No adoption fees, and we provide free lifetime medical care at FFF Veterinary Hospital!




 





Questions: 

adopt@frostedfacesfoundation.org









Molly & Me Project:

https://frostedfacesfoundation.org/mollymeproject