Lucy Lou the Freckled Lovebottom Cutie

There's just something undeniably special about Lucy Lou. Perhaps it's the dusting of adorable freckles across her sweet nose, or the way she gazes at you with those big, soulful eyes that could melt anyone's heart. And then there are her cuddles – some of the most tender we've ever experienced! This little lady loves to snuggle up on your chest, tuck her head onto your shoulder, and offer the longest, most loving hug. It's pure magic.

Lucy Lou is approximately 5 months old and weighs around 25 lbs. We suspect she might be an American Bully mix, but with all rescues, her exact breed and age are a bit of a mystery. She’s a compact pup with big-dog charm packed into one precious package. While she’ll likely grow a little more, we don’t anticipate a dramatic size increase, keeping her at the perfect size for cozy couch snuggles.

Lucy is a young puppy with what feels like an old soul. She is incredibly gentle, sweet, and affectionate. While many puppies her age are busy with a whirlwind of energy, Lucy is often found in the most comfortable spot in the house, dreaming the day away. Her foster mom jokes that she's always sleeping, and it's true that Lucy enjoys her naps. If you work from home, she'll likely be curled up nearby, dreaming of treats, toys, and her future loving family.

When she is awake, Lucy is content to entertain herself with her toys and doesn't require constant attention to stay occupied. She has a wonderfully easygoing nature that makes her a joy to have around. She's the kind of puppy who easily fits into your daily routine rather than demanding your entire focus.

Lucy is currently fostering with two small senior dogs and absolutely adores them, often found snuggled together on the couch. She has also met larger dogs and gets along well with them too. Having primarily lived with smaller dogs, she can be a little shy with bigger dogs initially, but once she realizes they're friendly, she's happy to coexist and make new friends.

She has also been wonderful with the two cats in her foster home. When she first met their resident kitty, she approached with genuine excitement, showing herself to be a very sweet and well-behaved companion for feline friends. If you have cats, Lucy is definitely worth considering.

For a young puppy, Lucy already possesses some impressive house manners. She is doing wonderfully with potty training and has a good grasp of the routine, with every three hours seeming to be her sweet spot. She sleeps in her own room at night and is so quiet that her foster mom sometimes forgets she's even there. No messes, no destruction, and no late-night puppy parties – just a well-behaved girl!

Ideal Home

Lucy is quite flexible when it comes to her ideal home. She would thrive in a house with a backyard, but she would also do very well in an apartment or condo setting. She's currently adjusting beautifully in a three-story condo, and as long as she has loving people, a few toys, a comfy place to nap, and plenty of cuddles, she'll be a happy girl. We haven't had the opportunity to see Lucy with children yet, but given her gentle, affectionate, and easygoing nature, we believe she has the potential to be a wonderful family dog. We are happy to arrange a meet-and-greet if you have children and would like to see how she does.

Ongoing Health

Lucy Lou is up-to-date on all age-appropriate vetting and is in good health.

Training & Support

Lucy is a star with house training and sleeps through the night without issue. She is also well-socialized with other dogs and cats.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• The adoption fee is $1200, which includes all vetting, spay/neuter, microchip with lifetime registration, transport, and a health certificate.
• A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.
• We offer extensive behavioral testing and information from our trainers.
• Adopters receive discounts on Embark DNA tests, 30 days of Trupanion pet insurance, a free online dog training session with GoodPup, discounts on in-person training through Rover, discounts on Fetch dog food, coupons for Petco, and discounts on Dr. Cuddles products.
• Access to our exclusive Facebook Adopters page for resources and networking.

Transporation

We facilitate adoptions nationwide with our USDA-certified transport system. Available drop-off locations include WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI, and Canada (with pickup in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY, or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). You can track your pet's journey in real time and receive photo updates. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.