Pepper — Professional Snuggler, Treat Helicopter Tail Enthusiast 🐕
Do you believe in love at first treat? Pepper sure does. This stunning shepherd/lab-ish girl has soft caramel fur, natural eyeliner that would make a makeup influencer jealous, and a heart that’s just waiting to burst into zoomies once she feels comfy. She is the kind of girl who loves quietly at first. She might peek at you from behind her favorite human, tail giving the tiniest wag… testing the waters to see if you might be her person. But once you pass her secret “Are you safe and kind?” checklist, her whole heart just blooms for you. Suddenly you’ve got a snuggle buddy, a shadow, and a best friend who thinks you hung the moon.
Pepper has been living in a foster home for a year now and has totally mastered the art of being a Very Good House Dog™. She’s crate trained (her kennel is her spa), walks like a cloud on leash, rides politely in the car, and has never once looked at a shoe and thought “snack.” She’s a quiet roommate, a respectful couch hog, and an expert bed-flopper.
Watch Pepper’s video here: https://youtu.be/pNvGIcd3qAk?si=iY5rvROzkBGUpHCf
She currently lives with four dogs, multiple cats, AND foster kittens — and she’s basically the dorm RA who keeps the peace. She loves her dog friends and looks up to the big, confident ones like they’re her personal life coaches. She’ll roll over, give little kisses, and say “lead the way, bestie!” She even hangs out on the bed with the cats like a chill queen who minds her business.
Pepper also has kid-fan club membership! She lives with kids (ages 8–15) and happily accepts belly rubs, bed snuggles, and compliments on her beauty, but this all comes with time! She loves gentle kiddos who let her warm up at her own pace. She will do best with older children who have good impulse control, can give her space when she asks for it, and can let her warm up at her own pace. Once she feels safe, she’s all in — heart eyes, snuggle mode, full commitment. Kids in her forever home should also understand that Pepper isn’t a fan of chaos or surprise hugs… she does best with gentle hearts like her own.
Now — this is where Pepper gets a teensy bit shy. New people and new places = “uh oh, I need a minute.” She starts out cautious and reserved, but once she decides you’re her human? GAME OVER. She’ll follow you everywhere, cuddle into your side, and wag her tail in a full-blown helicopter spin anytime snacks appear. She bonds slow but she loves HARD.
Since dogs are her emotional support squad, Pepper needs a confident, happy-go-lucky dog buddy, or a few (the more the merrier!), in her forever home to show her the ropes and help her feel brave. She’s super dog-friendly, but anxious dogs aren’t her vibe — she’s looking for a “life is good!” role model.
Apartment or house? Both work! Pepper’s quiet, easy on leash, she just needs a cozy place to decompress, a dog friend to follow, and people who celebrate every new step of bravery she takes. ✨
Pepper isn’t the “instant best friend” kind of dog… she’s the “best friend for LIFE” kind of dog. If you’re ready to cherish a girl who blooms slowly into a snuggly, silly, treat-dancing lovebug…
Pepper is ready to be your heart dog. 💛🐾
Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? Apply today!
https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/68dc370a573128556f0a3977
Questions? Email hailee@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 $900 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.
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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 $87 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.
