Dagger

Dagger is a 6.5-month-old (estimated DOB January 2026), spayed female Retriever/Pit Bull mix who currently weighs 40 pounds and is expected to be a large dog when fully grown. She is being fostered in Houston, Texas. Her mom, Wanda, weighs approximately 55 pounds and a photo is included in the profile. Dagger is named for the dagger-shaped marking on her blaze and her former shark-puppy teeth, which have since softened into sweet love nibbles.

Rescued from a rural dumping area outside of Houston, Dagger and her littermates were found with their mother during a Texas freeze. They were brought into a foster home where they have grown up loved and cared for. Dagger is described as fearless, playful, mischievous, and incredibly affectionate, with a personality as sharp as her namesake marking. She enjoys a good adventure and testing boundaries, but her favorite place is curled up with her person, offering gentle love nibbles. She's a social butterfly who loves to be involved in everything and is friendly with strangers and other dogs. She has been around children and done well, but has not been tested with cats.

Ideal Home

Dagger is looking for a family committed to reinforcing good manners, building her confidence, and helping her mature into an exceptional adult dog. She thrives with consistent positive reinforcement and continued leash practice. Because she is still an adolescent and an escape artist, potential adopters should be aware of her talents in testing enclosures. It is also preferred that homes have another friendly, well-mannered dog to help mentor and guide Dagger, as she learns best from canine role models. If you don't currently have a dog, a proactive plan for continued socialization (e.g., training classes, playdates, daycare) is essential. Due to her age, homes where someone isn't routinely away for more than four to six hours at a time are preferred, to ensure she receives regular potty breaks, exercise, enrichment, training, and interaction.

Ongoing Health

Dagger is generally healthy and has been spayed.

Training & Support

Dagger is potty trained and continues to learn about the world around her. Ongoing positive reinforcement, consistency, and continued leash practice will help her thrive. Continued socialization with new people, places, sounds, and friendly dogs is crucial for building lifelong confidence.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• If we think you might be a good fit, we will reach out to coordinate a phone interview.
• This is followed by a video call with the foster home.
• Virtual home visit, personal and vet reference checks are required to complete the process.

Transporation

Dagger is currently located in Houston, Texas. Transport to an approved adopter can be arranged by the rescue.