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My name is Sage!

Posted over 5 months ago | Updated over 4 months ago

Adoption fee: $150

This helps Joyful Pets Rescue - Los Angeles with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
German Shepherd Dog/Siberian Husky
Color
Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White)
Age
4 years 7 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
44 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Alert icon Not good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My personality

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Sage!

A spirited four-and-a-half-year-old German Shepherd, Siberian Husky, and American Pitbull Terrier mix currently living in Vallejo, CA, whose essence is a glowing blend of intelligence, affection, and playful charm wrapped in a tan coat with white accents and striking dark facial markings.

Sage is a loyal, medium-sized companion at 44 pounds who thrives on connection, cuddles, and adventure! She’s a great communicator—whether she’s ready for a walk, asking for a tummy rub, or signaling it’s mealtime, Sage knows how to make herself understood with heart-melting charm. She’s incredibly smart and has already mastered sit, down, and up, eager to show off her skills to win a smile (or a treat!). Her days are happiest when they include plenty of sniff-filled strolls, playful bone-hiding missions, and time curled up close to her people.

Sage is house-trained, non-destructive, and generally calm when left alone—though she’ll be happiest with someone who’s around often, as she experiences mild separation anxiety and much prefers a cozy bed to a crate. She absolutely lights up around young children and has a gentle, affectionate nature that makes her a fantastic playmate!

When it comes to other dogs, Sage is selective. While she enjoys doggy day care and has made some canine friends, she tends to mirror the energy of other dogs and has had a few scuffles, mostly while on a leash. Her reactive moments appear tied to certain high-energy or intense dog encounters, particularly when she's feeling restrained. Because of this, Sage would thrive with a calm, dog-savvy guardian who can manage these interactions thoughtfully—or in a home where she can be the only pup and enjoy the spotlight all to herself. She's not a fan of cats and would do best in a feline-free environment.

With her expressive eyes, warm cuddles, and joyful spirit, Sage is ready to bring laughter, loyalty, and love into a new family’s life. She’d flourish in a home with a fenced yard and plenty of time to share with her people.

We’re also including a month of professional behavioral support to help Sage settle into her next chapter with ease and reassurance.

Could your heart and home be the place Sage is looking for?

To learn more or apply to adopt, please contact adopt@joyfulpets.com!
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Contact info

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Address
Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Our ultimate goal is to unite as many animals with loving pet parents as possible, so we strive to make it easy to adopt a dog or cat you have fallen in love with. All we ask is that you fill out an adoption application so that we have all the information we need to determine that you'll be able to provide a safe and compassionate home to one of our rescued pets. Once approved, all you need to do is sign our adoption agreement form and provide an adoption donation so that we can continue to save more animals every day and unite them with families just like yours.

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The pets that we have rescued are in private foster care homes. Setting up private "meet and greet" appointments to meet the animals on our adoptables list is easy so potential adopters can be connected with fosters quickly. Simply contact us today to get started!

More about this rescue

We are a foster home-based rescue organization. Our network of homes are located in the Pioneer Valley area in Western Massachusetts and Los Angeles. We also offer a remote rehoming service helping families in other areas.

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