My name is Shirley!

Current Location: Baltimore, MD

Shirley is a super sweet, affectionate young girl with a gentle heart and a love for her people. She starts out a little shy when meeting someone new, then warms up quickly and leans right in for snuggles, kisses, and quiet companionship. She does well with both men and women and clearly enjoys being part of the action, as long as it includes love and attention.

She is doing well with her training and is eager to please. Shirley is food and praise motivated and lights up when she hears a happy voice or gets a bit of encouragement. She sleeps in her crate at night and settles after a brief mumble under her breathe, which is often accompanied by a very expressive hound style cry if she needs to go out. After a few early accidents, she is catching on nicely to pottying outside and continues to improve.

Shirley enjoys time in the yard, exploring and checking in often to be sure you are still close. She has met another dog and showed friendly interest, choosing to observe first and then happily joining in to run and chase birds once she felt comfortable. She does well with dogs and approaches new situations thoughtfully.

Her energy level is nicely balanced. She enjoys activity and exploration, then happily stretches out on the sofa or curls up beside her people for pets and rest. Shirley is smart, cuddly, and deeply people focused. She would thrive in a home that values connection, gentle guidance, and plenty of affection.