Meet Penny! This 2-year-old, 62-pound spayed female Shepherd/Husky mix is a bundle of bright spirit, a big heart, and a whole lot of love to give. Penny is a fun-loving, affectionate, and outgoing girl who absolutely thrives in an environment where she can stay active, engaged, and close to her people. She's curious, social, and always on the lookout for her next adventure or someone to cuddle. Penny is incredibly affectionate and emotionally tuned into her people, ready to snuggle, lay her head in your lap, and gaze up at you with her expressive, soulful eyes. She loves love and gives it back tenfold once she feels safe and understood. Penny has likely experienced past trauma and flinches easily, showing signs of needing reassurance and calm, consistent care. Her ideal home will provide structure, patience, and understanding, without expecting perfection right away. With time and support, Penny will blossom into a confident, loyal, and deeply devoted companion.
Ideal Home
Penny would do best in a home with older teens or adults who understand dog behavior and can help her channel her energy in positive ways. She needs a cat-free home and would thrive with confident, medium-to-large dogs who are comfortable setting healthy boundaries. She prefers to be close to her people and may whine or bark when separated, but this stems from her deep bond with her humans. She is still learning to be fully comfortable with separation.
Ongoing Health
Penny is spayed and up-to-date on all vaccinations.
Training & Support
Penny is fully house-trained. She can be trusted loose in the house when items are picked up and food is put away, but she has a soft spot for chewing on dog beds when bored. She hasnt been crate trained yet. She can come on a little strong during play, especially with smaller or more timid dogs. She can be protective of her space and high-value items like food or toys around other dogs, so her foster separates her at mealtime and when giving treats. These are manageable behaviors that respond well to clear boundaries and respectful management. She gets excited at first on leash walks but settles in with guidance.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- You will be connected with the placement for a video chat after completing the initial screen.
Transportation
Penny is currently in San Antonio, Texas, and can transport 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.
