Marcus is an 11 year old, 6 lb Poodle with the spirit of a much younger dog — full of spunk, charm, and happy go lucky energy!
Quick Facts:
Name: Marcus
Breed: Poodle mix
Age: 11 years old
Weight: 6 lbs.
House-Trained: Yes
Crate-Trained: Yes
Good with Dogs: Yes (great with dogs of all ages and sizes!)
Good with Cats: Not tested, but open to a meet and greet
Good with Kids: Not tested, but open to a meet and greet
Energy Level: Medium
Fence Required: No
Dog's Location: Maiden, NC
About Marcus’s Breed:
Our best guess is that Marcus is a Poodle mixed breed. Poodles are bright, affectionate, and famously people oriented dogs known for their intelligence, elegance, and cheerful personalities. Whether toy, miniature, or standard, they tend to be quick learners with a playful streak and a strong desire to be part of whatever their humans are doing. Many Poodle mixes inherit that same combination of smarts, sweetness, and fun energy, making them delightful companions who thrive on connection and routine.
Their ideal home is one that offers companionship, mental engagement, and gentle structure. Poodles love being near their people, enjoy learning new things, and appreciate environments where they feel included and understood. They do well with families who can provide affection, consistent routines, and opportunities for light exercise and enrichment. Because they’re sensitive and deeply bonded to their humans, Poodles flourish in homes where someone is around often and where their social, emotional, and grooming needs are met with patience and care.
What to Love about Marcus:
Marcus absolutely loves to snuggle, and makes an excellent lap dog… as long as he doesn’t have to share that lap! He can be vocal about wanting attention too, so he hopes his future family loves cuddling and snuggling! His bubbly personality and adorable antics (including rolling on his back and digging around in dog beds) make him a constant source of smiles!
Marcus loves everyone he meets and while he hasn’t actually met kids yet, he would be open to meeting them! He’s been well mannered and comfortable with all the dogs he’s met — big, small, male, female — and he’s open to a cat meet and greet too. He’s potty trained, crate trained, and trustworthy loose in the home thanks to his great house manners. His only gripe is that he hates the car, and should be crated for car rides to keep everyone safe. Marcus has a more dominant but respectful play style, medium energy, and is great on leash.
This happy boy is ready to find a forever family who will adore his personality, enjoy his snuggles, and help him live out his golden years to the fullest. Marcus may be a senior, but he’s bursting with life, love, and joy — and he can’t wait to share all of it with his new family!
Marcus’s Magnificent Highlights:
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11 year old, 6 lb Poodle with tons of youthful spunk
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Happy, vocal attention getter who loves to “talk” when he wants affection
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Excellent lap dog who prefers not to share his favorite spot
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Bubbly, joyful personality that brings smiles wherever he goes
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Loves all people and is open to meeting respectful kids
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Great with dogs of all sizes and genders; open to a cat meet and greet
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Potty trained and crate trained with trustworthy house manners
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Medium energy walker who enjoys getting out and exploring
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Respectful but dominant play style that works well with friendly dogs
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Ready to enjoy his golden years with a loving forever family
Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!
