About Coal

Coal is a sweet boy . He is a 14 month old, 5-pound Pom/Maltipoo being fostered near Palm Coast FL. Update 2/18/26 Meet Coal - a tiny fluff with a big personality and even bigger feelings. Basically, he's what would happen if a teddy bear wished really hard to become a dog. ��%90%BE Let's address the obvious: yes, he is ridiculously cute. Yes, we have received a mountain of applications. And yes�'�| we are still waiting for the one. Coal isn't just looking for a home - he's looking for his person. So please read carefully, because this little fluffball comes with some very specific (and very important) needs. First, Coal is still very much a puppy at just over a year old. Pomeranians can live 15-16 years, so adopting him is a long-term commitment. He needs someone who is ready to love and care for him well into the future - through all the chapters of life. Now, let's talk about mealtime. Coal is what we lovingly call a 'gourmet minimalist.' He is a very picky eater and often requires encouragement, coaxing, and occasionally hand-feeding. He has been known to go on dramatic 48-hour hunger strikes. (Yes, he will out-stubborn you. Ask us how we know.) Patience is required - and maybe a sense of humor. Coal also has a sensitive GI system. Since coming into rescue, he's had episodes of upset tummy and diarrhea, resulting in vet visits and medication. He is currently being treated for parasites, and we are hopeful this will improve things. It's possible his anxiety plays a role - we're still figuring that out together. And speaking of anxiety�'�| Coal has a lot of it. Emphasis on a lot. He will not do well in a home with young children. He needs a calm, stable, adult-only environment. He would thrive with another small, well-adjusted, calm dog who can model confidence and help him learn that the world isn't quite so scary. Coal is shy when meeting new people and takes time to feel safe. His foster mom is seeing slow, steady progress, but Coal operates on his own timeline - and he does not accept rush orders. When anxious, he can be a flight risk, so a securely fenced yard is a big plus for safety. Because of his anxiety, we are seeking a local adopter within driving distance of Palm Coast, FL who is willing to do several gradual meet-and-greets before adoption. We know that's asking a lot - but Coal deserves the very best chance at a smooth transition. In short, Coal needs: �'ۢ A calm, adult-only home �'ۢ A securely fenced yard �'ۢ Another small, calm dog �'ۢ A patient, kind, committed human who is home most of the time �'ۢ Someone willing to build trust slowly before adoption Coal is not the easiest dog. He is not plug-and-play. But for the right person - the one who sees past the anxiety and into that tender little heart - he will be deeply, fiercely devoted. He is a special dog with special needs, waiting for a special human who is willing to go the extra mile (or ten) to show him that love and safety are here to stay. If you are that person�'�| please apply.

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