Holly The Best Family Dog

Holly could write her own job title: Professional Toy Collector + Zoomie Specialist + Booty-Scratch Enthusiast. Ask her about her hobbies and she would say foodie! She gets told every day that she has the kind of happy energy that makes every day better and everyone smile. She is sunshine with a bunny hop, toy-loving, giggle-generator, kid-loving, belly-flopping girl!

Holly is estimated to be just shy of 4 years old and weighs 60 lbs. She is likely a pittie/staffie mix, evident in her barrel-shaped body that’s perfect for snuggles. Anyone who knows Holly will tell you she is all-in and always a good time! She’s wiggly, affectionate, and truly lights up for people. She also has a smart side; Holly has a solid head start on basics like sit and come, and she even knows drop it, which is extra impressive for a dog who believes toys are a lifestyle.

Her favorite things include grabbing her beloved stuffies and settling in to happily gnaw on them. In the evenings, Holly naturally winds down and joins everyone on the couch to watch TV. She loves to be close to her people, whether that means resting beside you or gently leaning in for cuddles. She is not demanding, she just enjoys being included.

Holly lives in a busy household with four children and does fantastic with all of them. She is also wonderful with a 17-year-old with special needs, showing patience and acceptance of energy, movement, and louder sounds. Holly handles environments with ease and never shows concern.

Holly's ability to handle all sorts of environments is one of our favorite things about her. She fits in seamlessly without adding to the hustle and bustle of a home. She is very welcoming with visitors, does not bark when people enter, and has never shown concern with guests. One of her favorite parts of the day is when Grandpa comes home! She eagerly awaits his arrival and makes sure to get extra belly scratches from him!

Holly is crate trained and rides beautifully in the car, handling routine changes well, making her an easy companion for everyday life. Food is definitely one of Holly's favorite topics. She loves her treats and takes them very gently. She will happily volunteer as a sous chef when you're cooking, sitting nearby to supervise.

With other dogs, Holly is social and confident. She is mindful and respectful when they do not want to play and does a nice job sharing space. She reads other dogs well and adjusts her behavior appropriately. Holly would also really enjoy a friend she can play with; her best playmates are ones who can match her rowdy, happy, bouncy play style. She is used regularly in behavior assessments for new incoming rescue dogs because of how consistent and reliable she is when meeting new dogs.

Holly's love of toys cannot be overlooked. She loves all toys and will trot around with them looking as goofy and happy as possible. Her signature move on a sunny day is what we call a "happy-flop": she’ll fetch her favorite stick or rubber toy, plop it down like it's precious cargo, then dramatically roll all over it in the grass, belly to the sky, with a huge pittie smile on her face.

Holly has a solid head start on her basics like sit, come, and drop it, and she has good leash manners. She is a sturdy walker and respects her handler when expectations are clear.

What makes Holly truly special is how easy she is to live with. She settles into home life quickly, enjoys routine, and genuinely wants to be part of a family.

Ideal Home

Holly would be a wonderful match for:

• A family with children
• A retired couple who has visiting grandkids
• A young couple planning for the future
• A social household with visitors
• Anyone looking for a steady, affectionate companion

Ongoing Health

Holly has no ongoing health conditions mentioned.

Training & Support

Holly has a solid head start on basics like sit and come, and knows drop it. She has good leash manners. She is crate trained.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transporation

Holly is located in Texas and can be transported to WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, and Canada (Canadian adopters will need to pick up in Bellingham, WA or Brattleboro, VT). Transport is provided via USDA licensed vehicles with 24/7 care.