- Food$20–35
- Insurance$35–60
- Routine vet$25–45
- Supplies$15–30
- Grooming$10–30
A NYC estimate for a dog this size and coat. Excludes the adoption fee and anything unexpected.
About 4 lbs now and still growing — this breed usually reaches 30–45 lbs.
What's It All About, Alfie? Spoiler alert: it's about treats, belly rubs, zoomies, and finding his forever family. Don't let Alfie's tiny 4-pound body fool you...this little guy has a big personality! He's spunky, feisty, playful, brave, and always ready to see what kind of adventure he can find next. Alfie came from the ACC with his mom and brother, Winston, and now he's ready to find a family of his own. Right now, Alfie's favorite thing in the world is playing with his brother. The two of them spend their days wrestling, chasing each other around the apartment, and chewing on their favorite chew sticks. When playtime is over, Alfie is off to investigate something new. Every toy, sound, and corner of the apartment is worth checking out, and he tackles it all with the confidence of a puppy who thinks he's much bigger than four pounds. Alfie is approximately 0y 2m 8d old and may be 22 to 26 pounds when fully grown. They are microchipped and up to date on all age-appropriate medical care. Their breed is unknown as we have not had a DNA test done. Although our dogs are listed as unknown breed, buildings with specific dog restrictions typically enforce their rules based on what breeds a dog appears to resemble. It's always important to keep that in mind and know your building's policies before adopting a dog. This dog is available for adoption through Muddy Paws Rescue. If you're interested in adopting, the first thing you should do is begin the registration process at www.muddypawsrescue.org. If you are already a registered adopter with Muddy Paws Rescue, please email us at adoptionmeetings@muddypawsrescue.org.
This dog's breed isn't known, so here's general guidance for mixes.
🧠 Temperament
Don't let Alfie's tiny 4-pound body fool you...this little guy has a big personality!. Every dog is an individual — temperament depends far more on this dog's history and personality than on breed.
🎾 Exercise
Spoiler alert: it's about treats, belly rubs, zoomies, and finding his forever family. Most adult dogs do well with 30-60 minutes of walking a day plus play and sniffing time.
✂️ Grooming
Brush regularly, bathe as needed, keep nails trimmed and ears clean.
🏙️ In a NYC apartment
The two of them spend their days wrestling, chasing each other around the apartment, and chewing on their favorite chew sticks. Ask the rescue about leash manners, elevator and stair comfort, alone-time tolerance, and whether the dog settles in a small space.
