Annie

Annie is a sweet, spunky Shih Tzu and poodle mix pup, about 3-4 months old and currently weighing 7 lbs. She's expected to reach around 20 lbs when fully grown. Annie is an affectionate and loving girl who adores being doted on. She's naturally curious and the first to investigate anything new, making her a confident explorer of her world. Annie is a social butterfly, loving to meet new people and canine friends alike. Her friendly nature makes her a great companion for an active family that enjoys including their furry friend in everyday adventures. She has a laid-back demeanor that allows her to adapt easily to different environments and enjoys all sorts of family outings. No matter what she's doing, Annie is happy as long as she's with her humans. Whether playing with other dogs in her foster home, cuddling with her foster mom, or chasing her favorite toys in the yard, Annie knows how to have a good time. She can be playful and curious when it's time for fun, but also mellow and relaxed when it's time to lounge on the couch. Annie is also great at entertaining herself, happily playing with her toys or napping until it's time for more activity. Her adaptable personality means she'd fit beautifully into many different types of homes. She'd love an active family that enjoys walks, exploring new places, spending time outdoors, and including their dog in daily activities. Conversely, she would also be content with a family that prefers cozy evenings at home filled with snuggles and quality time. As long as she's with the people she loves, Annie is happy and ready for whatever comes her way.

Ideal Home

Annie is a medium-energy pup with short bursts of puppy exuberance that are quickly satisfied with brief play sessions. She enjoys mentally stimulating games with tasty treats, exploring the backyard, and chasing her toys. She also loves playing with other dogs and lights up when she meets new furry friends. While she enjoys canine companionship, she's also content to entertain herself with toys. Annie has the perfect balance of playful puppy energy and cuddly affection. She loves to run, play, and explore, but also cherishes time spent with her people, soaking up all the cuddles she can get. Her ideal home would have a toy box brimming with squeaky toys, ropes, and chew toys, and she'd be thrilled with a subscription box to keep the fun going, especially as she's starting to teethe. As Annie grows, she'll be eager to expand her adventures beyond the backyard and would love to join her humans for neighborhood strolls or longer nature trails. Hiking, splashing near water, or strolling through town, Annie will always be a happy participant. Annie is dog, cat, and kid-friendly. She gets along well with the dogs in her foster home, ranging from puppies to adults, and enjoys games like tug-of-war and chase. A home with another playful, friendly dog would be wonderful, though she would also thrive as the sole pet, receiving all the love and attention. If she is the only dog, she would benefit from regular playdates or doggy daycare to ensure continued positive interactions with other dogs as she matures. She has learned proper doggy communication skills and respects the boundaries of older dogs but might be too energetic for a senior dog unaccustomed to puppy playfulness. Annie would do well with children of all ages, especially those who enjoy playing fetch and cuddling. Her loving, playful, and sweet nature means the more people to give her affection and playtime, the better. She would do best with older children experienced with smaller breeds who know how to handle her gently, as she can be wiggly when excited and picked up, posing a risk of being dropped by a small child attempting to carry her. With her teething phase beginning, her humans will need to supervise her to prevent her from chewing on human toys. Annie has had positive interactions with cats and would be able to join a home with a cat that is comfortable around dogs. Given her playful puppy nature, she would do best with dog-friendly cats who have prior experience with dogs, as she will want to play with them. Annie's ideal home includes a fenced yard for ample exercise and mental stimulation, and she would thrive with another playful dog and some children to share her affection. However, she would also be perfectly content as the "only child," receiving all her humans' love. Public dog parks are not recommended for Annie. She would love fun outings around town or visits to Sniff Spots for enrichment and exercise. A home where a human works from home or has a hybrid schedule is ideal, but she cannot go more than 8 hours without playtime and potty breaks, so a dog sitter or daycare is recommended for longer workdays. Annie's future family will gain a loyal best friend, a constant source of laughter, and a cuddle buddy to brighten every day.

Ongoing Health

No specific health conditions are mentioned in the listing.

Training & Support

Annie is kennel trained and potty trained, and has begun leash training. She sleeps in her kennel at night without issue and often naps in it during the day with the door open. While she enjoys sleeping in her kennel now, she would love to snuggle with her humans at night as she gets older. She enjoys outings in her neighborhood carried in her doggy pouch and will need additional practice to perfect her leash walking skills in her forever home. She is doing well with potty training and signals her need to go outside by circling at the back door. Using a doggy doorbell is recommended to help her learn to alert you when she needs to go out. Annie requires a consistent schedule and needs to be taken out every few hours initially, but she adapts quickly to new routines. She would ideally thrive with a family that is home more often than not, or someone with a hybrid or work-from-home schedule. If her humans work outside the home, a mid-day dog walker or doggy daycare would be beneficial. As Annie is starting to teeth, her humans will need to keep a watchful eye on her to ensure she does not chew on human toys.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• Applications are reviewed in the order they are received.
• It can take a few days for applications to be reviewed as LAPP Dog Rescue is run entirely by volunteers.
• Submitting an application is not a guarantee of adoption approval.
• Before submitting an application, please read the full bio carefully.
• The adoption fee is $850, which includes a $400 adoption fee, a $250 transport fee, and a $200 refundable spay deposit.
• The adoption fee includes age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip, flea/tick/heartworm prevention, a health certificate from a licensed veterinarian, and any necessary vet care while in rescue care.
• The $200 refundable spay deposit is paid directly to the adopter's veterinarian once the spay procedure is completed.
• The transport fee covers the cost of transportation from Annie's foster home to her forever home.

Transporation

Annie can be adopted and transported to the following cities/states: www.loveandpuppypawsdogrescue.com/transport-locations. Monthly transports are available. Adoptive families will need to meet the transport to pick up their new family member. Due to the extensive transport distances, dogs cannot be brought for typical meet-and-greet situations.