If you are looking to adopt a sweet, loving, happy, smart, ADORABLE puppy in Colorado, look no further than Pawsitive Restorations Animal Rescue! 

Scroll down to read all about POPPET, watch videos, and read a comprehensive adoption bio about this sweet little girl.  Then click on the adoption link at the bottom of this page to submit an adoption application today! 

I’m being fostered in: Parker, C0

MINIMUM ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Fully fenced, private yard with room to run, sniff and explore. (Not fully vaccinated yet, so no shared outdoor space)
  • Gentle, respectful kids over 6 would be ok.
    • Remember puppies play with their mouths and can be jumpy.
  • A Family who won’t leave her alone for long hours for potty training success

POPPET Can Go Home: NOW!
Adoption Fee: $500

 

A Little About Me:

  • Current Location: Parker, Colorado
  • Has done well with gentle, respectful kids in her foster home.
  • Has been good with friendly, playful dogs.
  • Not cat tested
  • Read LOTS MORE about me below!
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💜 Meet Poppet – The Quiet Thinker with Main Character Ears 💜

There is something happening behind those eyes.

Not in a chaotic, “what is she about to knock over” kind of way…
No, no. Poppet operates on a different frequency entirely.

She’s watching.
Processing.
Calculating her next move like a tiny, scruffy philosopher lounging on her throne… which, just so we’re clear, is the back of your couch.

Because of course it is.


👑 The Couch-Back Queen

While her brother is out there throwing himself into life like a joyful wrecking ball, Poppet is draped elegantly along the back of the couch like she pays the mortgage.

Front paws stretched out.
Ears fully engaged.
Eyes quietly taking in the entire room like, “Yes… I see everything. Continue.”

She doesn’t need to be in the center of the action.
She prefers to observe it, understand it, and then casually join when it suits her.

And somehow… that makes you want her attention even more.


👀 A Soft, Steady Kind of Connection

Poppet isn’t the kind of dog who demands your attention.

She draws you in.

Her gaze is calm. Grounding. Intentional. The kind of look that makes you slow down without even realizing it. You don’t feel pulled toward her… you feel settled beside her.

She’s not trying to be your whole world in a loud, overwhelming way.
She just quietly becomes a part of it… and suddenly, it feels more peaceful.


🎾 Playful… But On Her Terms

Now don’t get it twisted—this girl absolutely knows how to have fun.

She loves toys, especially anything she can chase, and she’s getting impressively good at fetch. That tennis ball? It is both a mission and a personal responsibility.

She’s incredibly intelligent (borderline “solves puzzles faster than you can refill them” levels), and enrichment toys don’t stand a chance against her brainpower.

She enjoys her adventures—running, exploring, foraging through a ball pit like a tiny treasure hunter—but she also knows when to clock out and go take a nap.


🛋️ Independent, Not Distant

Poppet is not a clingy, constantly-on-you kind of puppy—and that is part of her magic.

She is content. Secure. Able to entertain herself, relax on her own, and just… be.

But when she chooses to connect with you?
It means something.

She doesn’t hand out her affection like free samples at Costco.
She offers it with intention… and that makes it feel extra special.


🐾 Smart, Steady, and Learning the Ropes

Poppet is doing beautifully with crate training—she settles easily, keeps her space clean overnight, and isn’t overly vocal or destructive.

Potty training is still in progress (as expected for her age), and while mornings are strong and promising, she’s still figuring out consistency throughout the day. With routine, structure, and guidance, she will absolutely get there.

She’s a smart girl. Like… very smart.


🎀 A Few Quirks (Because Obviously She Has Them)

Poppet does have one particularly specific and slightly hilarious hobby:

She enjoys… hair.

Yes. Human hair.
Not in a weird way. Just in a “this seems like something I should investigate with my mouth” kind of way.

Because of that, a home with older, more predictable kiddos (around 6+) would be ideal.


🏡 Her Perfect World

Poppet would thrive in a home that understands her balance:

A little activity.
A little adventure.
A lot of peaceful, cozy downtime.

She would do beautifully as an only dog or with a companion who respects her space and doesn’t demand constant interaction.

She’s not here to compete for attention.
She’s here to coexist beautifully.


💜 The Bottom Line

If you’re looking for a loud, constantly-in-your-face puppy…
Poppet is not that girl.

But if you’re looking for a thoughtful, intelligent, quietly captivating companion…
one who brings a sense of calm, curiosity, and gentle connection into your home…

Poppet is something really special.

The kind of dog who doesn’t just fill space…
she changes the feeling of it.

What is Included in Your Adoption Fee:

🐾 WHAT WE PROVIDE: When you adopt a pet from PRAR, you’re not just getting a pet—you’re getting a lifetime of love and support from your new pack!

 
✅ Health & Wellness:  All of our dogs have gone through a minimum 2-week health hold and any known health issues have been treated. All dogs have been given a comprehensive exam by our veterinarian and have been cleared for adoption. 
✅ Spay/Neuter: All of our pets are spayed/neutered prior to adoption in accordance with Colorado State Law.
✅ Microchipped: All of our pets are microchipped (with free lifetime registration)
✅ Vaccines: Our adoptable pets have all age-appropriate vaccinations and dewormers.
✅ Dogs over the age of 6 months are given a 4Dx test to ensure they are free of heartworms, lyme, anaplasmosis, and ehrlichia. (Dogs under 6 months are too young to test)
✅ Starter Kit: All of our pets come home with a “hobo bag” of their favorite things to help them settle in. This includes a collar, rescue tag, handmade blanket, and the toys they were given when they arrived to our program. 
✅ Peace of Mind: Our pets come home with 30 days of free medical insurance through Trupanion, so you can start your journey worry-free! 
✅ Your New Pack: All adopters are invited to join our private adopters Facebook group where you can find support, pet-sitters, share photos, and stay in contact with the foster families and your pet’s immediate family (if we had them).
Adopting from P.R.A.R. means FOREVER.

Please do NOT apply if you do not have the time, stable home-enviroment, or financial ability to properly care for, train, and exercise this dog for the rest of its life, (professional training will be required within 1 year of adoption) or if you do not meet the minimum adoption requirements for the dog in which you are applying, (see minimum requirements above).

🚩APPLICATIONS NOT COMPLETED PROPERLY AND ENTIRELY WILL NOT BE PROCESSED! 
Please read each question carefully and answer with as much detail and information as possible. This info helps us match dogs to the right homes for them. 

Visit our FAQ page to read answers to commonly asked questions, such as:

  • Preview our adoption contract
  • Read what goes into saving these lives
  • Read why we require a fully fenced yard
  • How to keep your new pet safe when they go home
  • And lots more!