Meet Ellie — the Loyal Brainiac Shepherd With a Heart of Gold!
If you’ve ever dreamed of having your very own shadow, personal security detail, emotional support supervisor, and bathroom-monitoring specialist… allow us to introduce Ellie — a five-year-old German Shepherd with the loyalty level set firmly at stage-five clinger (in the cutest way possible).
Ellie is a certified smarty-pants. She’s incredibly food-motivated (like… will work for snacks), which makes training her an absolute dream. Pair those shepherd genes with a brain that is always online, and you get a dog who basically reads your mind. She’s the girl who looks at you with those wise, soft shepherd eyes like she already knows the plan for the day — and probably already made a better one.
Watch Ellie’s video to see what she’s all about!
https://youtu.be/-v0bv_4rvvQ?si=HHE1mizQtTPRy4YW
Ellie is a mellow, respectful, go-with-the-flow kind of dog around other pups. She met a big confident male? No problem. A bouncy excited female who thought Ellie was a trampoline? Still no problem. A smaller dog being wildly rude and all up in her space? Ellie said, “Ma’am… please,” and went on with her day. Even when another dog put way too much pressure on her with overly persistent sniffing, Ellie handled it like a total champ.
She’s not a high-energy, wrestle-mania kind of gal — she’s more of a “let’s vibe together, then maybe we can be goofy later” type. In her foster home she enjoys hanging out and playing in the backyard once she warms up. She’s perfectly happy living with other dogs who respect her pace, but she’d also be just as happy being someone’s one-and-only.
Ellie is excellent on leash (she’s sensitive to leash pressure, which makes guiding her super easy), and she’d do wonderfully in a house or an apartment thanks to her calm, steady energy.
Ellie lives with a young child in her foster home and does great. She just needs dog-savvy kiddos who understand boundaries — like when she’s in the mood for pets and when she’s like, “Actually, no thank you, tiny human.”
There’s no strict age requirement — it’s all about respectful kids who know how to love a dog the right way.
Ellie was way too interested in the resident cat during her test, so she will need a cat-free home.
Ellie warms up slowly, but once she’s in… she’s ALL in. This girl loves her foster family with her whole heart. She’s gentle, goofy in the most wholesome way, and genuinely wants nothing more than a person or family to adore forever.
If you want:
✨ a loyal shadow
✨ a smart, easy-to-train partner
✨ a calm, mellow, soulful shepherd
✨ a dog who will stand by you through everything
…then Ellie is your girl.
Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? Apply today!
https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/693324485545326d180d7f77
Questions? Email sarahgarcia@threelittlepittiesrescue.org
We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travel safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations, in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for for Canadian adopters). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page!
Before the adoption is finalized, you will meet your pet through a video call, creating a fun and personalized experience!
The adoption fee is $1000 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship!
We proudly have over 17,000 successful adoptions and excellent Google Reviews:
https://g.co/kgs/UQ5Pyai We care deeply about creating lasting matches between dog and family for long term success, and take the time to ensure each adoption is a fit through our matchmaking process.
At our 2 acre Texas based property, we assess every animal with trainers on staff, we modify behavior as needed, and create individualized behavior plans to help prepare dogs for their future families including crate training, potty training, leash walking, etc. Our fosters are able to attend group training and socialization play groups helping them stay confident, well rounded, and adoption-ready. Our on-site trainers are dedicated to each dog’s growth and we enjoy seeing their progress!
We go above and beyond to ensure every animal receives exceptional care. Veterinarians consistently praise our medical standards. From routine care to advanced treatments, each dog receives personalized attention. Hard costs for a healthy dog range from $804-$920; heartworm-positive dogs or those needing specialized care can exceed $2,000+. Adoption fees help cover a portion of these expenses, but without government funding, we rely on fundraising to bridge the gap—ranging from $100–$1,000+ per dog.
Our adoption fees reflect the extensive care and resources that go into each animal we save. The adoption fee is a donation to the mission and goes far beyond getting a fully vetted pet.
It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these SPECIAL PERKS:
Extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers on our staff to ensure the perfect fit for your family
Discounts on Embark DNA test kit- $30 off of Breed ID test or $50 off of Breed ID plus Health test
30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion
A free private online dog training session with GoodPup, plus low pricing for future sessions
Access to multiple dog trainers in your area, along with $40 off of your first session of in person dog training through Rover Training
70% off of your first order of Fetch, a delicious PNW based fresh dog meatballs subscription
Coupons for a fun visit to Petco
20% off of Dr. Cuddles pet first aid and hygiene solutions
Discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer
Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup!
The Greater Houston area faces one of the highest stray and overpopulation rates in the U.S. We’re a nonprofit on a mission—to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs at risk, while promoting spay/neuter outreach in the community. When you adopt, you save more than one life— the one you adopted, and the space opened up to save another.
Follow our journey and stay connected!
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Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? APPLY TODAY and become a hero for pets in need!
*Due to rising transportation costs, a $74 surcharge applies.
DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed without DNA testing.
NOTE- Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
