Meet Penny! This 2-year-old, 62-pound Shepherd/Husky mix is a bright, affectionate, and outgoing girl with a whole lot of love to give. Penny thrives in an active environment where she can stay engaged and close to her people. She's curious, social, and always ready for an adventure or a good cuddle.
Ideal Home
Penny would do best in a home with confident, medium-to-large dogs who are comfortable setting healthy boundaries, as she is still learning dog social etiquette and can be a bit strong with smaller or timid dogs. Given her exuberance and herding instincts, a home with older teens or adults who understand dog behavior and can help channel her energy positively would be ideal. A cat-free home is recommended due to her prey-driven behavior outdoors. She is still learning to be comfortable with separation and prefers to be close to her people.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are noted in the description.
Training & Support
Penny is fully house-trained and enjoys leash walks, though she gets excited at first and settles with guidance. She has a soft spot for chewing on dog beds when bored, so ensuring her environment is picked up and food is put away is helpful. She may whine or bark when separated, stemming from her desire to be near her humans. She can be protective of her space and high-value items like food or toys around other dogs, requiring separation at mealtime and when receiving treats. These are manageable behaviors that respond well to clear boundaries and respectful management. Penny has likely experienced past trauma, flinches easily, and needs reassurance and calm, consistent care. She needs patience and understanding as she blossoms into a confident companion.
Application Details:
Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Penny is currently in a foster home in SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS. She can be transported out of state once an approved adopter is lined up. Transports run every few weeks and she will be on the next available transport once approved.
