Tiny, Sassy, and Full of Love—12-Year-Old Sugar Plum Is the Ultimate Lap Companion

Sugar Plum may be just 10 pounds, but her personality? Absolutely larger than life. At 12 years old, this Rat Terrier has perfected the art of cozy living—snuggled in your arms, tucked beside you on the couch, or politely insisting she belongs exactly where you are (preferably on your lap).

She’s been through her share of challenges, but now that her medical needs are well-managed, her sweet, funny, slightly sassy spirit is shining brighter than ever.

Why She’s the Ultimate Cozy Companion

🐾 12 years old, 10 lbs—tiny and perfectly portable
💖 Loves to cuddle and be held
🛋️ Professional lounger and homebody
🍽️ Big fan of mealtime (soft food only, please!)
🏡 Fully house trained and sleeps peacefully at night
😄 Full of personality—knows what she wants and isn’t shy about it

What Her Personality Is Like

Sugar Plum is all about closeness. She wants to be part of your day, your routine, your everything—ideally from a warm, comfortable spot right next to (or on) you. She’s not overly noisy, but she will absolutely speak up if she needs something… like being picked up immediately or wondering why dinner is late.

She’s mostly blind and has only one eye, but don’t let that fool you—she adapts quickly and learns her environment well. She even responds to cues like “careful,” making her surprisingly independent once she’s familiar with her space.

And yes, her little tongue sometimes sticks out. It just adds to her charm.

What She’s Looking For

✔️ A calm, quiet home (no kids under 13)
✔️ Someone comfortable giving insulin twice daily
✔️ A cozy indoor lifestyle—she prefers warmth and relaxation
✔️ Patient, loving humans who appreciate senior dog quirks
✔️ Calm pets are okay—she’s unbothered by them

Sugar Plum is diabetic and requires insulin injections twice a day, which she handles like a champ. She’ll also need wet or softened food for life due to having only a few teeth—but she’s more than happy to remind you when it’s mealtime.

What Makes Her Special

Sugar Plum is the kind of dog who turns simple moments into something meaningful. A quiet evening on the couch becomes cozier. A normal day feels warmer. She doesn’t need adventures—she just needs you.

She’s funny, loving, a little demanding (in the cutest way), and completely unforgettable.

Adoption Details

💰 Adoption Fee: $250
📩 Apply here: https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/

Sugar Plum is living proof that the best companions don’t come in big packages—they come in tiny, slightly sassy, senior ones.

Rocky Kanaka