My name is Evergreen!

Quiet, gentle, and always at your side—Evergreen is the kind of companion who stays. 🌲

Evergreen is believed to be a poodle or poodle mix with a soft presence and a heart that’s just beginning to understand what safety and love feel like.

Evergreen came to a local shelter as a cruelty case, severely emaciated and frightened, weighing only 15 pounds when a dog his size should likely be closer to 35–40 pounds. So badly matted that sedation was required to safely shave him, nearly five pounds of fur were removed. Even then, Evergreen showed everyone just how gentle he is. Shelter staff quickly fell for him and knew he needed the stability of rescue to continue healing and begin his weight-gain journey.

Since entering rescue, Evergreen has been quietly blossoming. Weight is coming on slowly and appropriately, and while still thin, his ribs are no longer prominent. Even more meaningful than the physical changes are the emotional ones—learning that hands bring comfort, not fear, and that being close is a good thing.

Evergreen isn’t demanding or loud about affection. Staying near his people is enough. When Evergreen wants attention, a gentle nuzzle to your hand is his way of asking, sometimes followed by a soft paw reaching out just to be sure he has you—and once the petting starts, he’s happiest when it doesn’t stop. Cuddling, resting his head on your shoulder, and quietly following you from room to room are some of his favorite things. Recently, Evergreen has started rolling over for belly rubs, small moments that feel big when you know where he started. This is a dog who will be your steady presence, your quiet companion, your constant sidekick.

Evergreen does wonderfully with other dogs and has settled seamlessly into his foster mom’s pack of five wonderfully quirky dogs. Potty training is going well, with happy trips out to the fenced yard and right back inside. Evergreen walks nicely on leash, does well in a crate (even if it’s not his favorite place), and will go in on cue. Smart and eager to please, Evergreen is currently working on sitting instead of jumping when excitement takes over—because sometimes life is just really good.

True to his name, Evergreen’s growth feels steady and meaningful. Evergreen is ready for a home where he can continue his weight gain, feel safe, and spend his days right by someone’s side.

Evergreen is fostered in the Cincinnati, Ohio area. His adoption fee is $275.00.

To adopt this animal, please visit https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt

All of our animals come spayed or neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, are microchipped, heartworm negative, current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention, dewormed, and treated for any ailments found upon veterinary examination. The adoption fee covers a portion of these services, and makes it possible for us to continue rescuing animals.

For more information on the adoption fees and the adoption process, please complete our adoption application here: https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt - an application allows us to get to know your family better so we can assess whether the animal you are interested in is a good match for your home. An application does not obligate you to adopt. Please understand that due to the volume of applications some animals receive, we are unable to contact all applicants. If your application is considered a good fit for the animal you are interested in, or even a different pet, a volunteer will give you a call as soon as possible.

We are a foster based rescue and do not have a shelter location where animals can be seen during the week. Please see our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LouiesLegacy for our weekly adoption album if you are interested in meeting an animal in person. Not all animals attend every adoption event, please check our Facebook page for animal event times and locations before you make a trip to meet a specific animal.