Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
Meet Lucy. Our team first learned about Lucy after seeing a social media post from her owners looking for a pen to keep her contained outside. At the time, she was spending much of her day tied to the front porch of a small home already shared with five other dogs, a new puppy, and several cats. As Lucy entered her senior years, she had become an afterthought. One of our awesome beagle-loving foster moms reached out to the family, offering support and expressing her interest in giving Lucy a new home. Thankfully, Lucy's owners realized she deserved more and opted to surrender her. That decision changed Lucy's life. Since arriving in foster care, Lucy has been an absolute joy. She settled into her foster home with ease and has proven to be one of those dogs who simply fits in wherever she goes. She gets along well with other dogs, has lived peacefully with cats, and is wonderful with her foster family's toddler. Confident, friendly, and affectionate, Lucy greets new people with enthusiasm and is always ready to make a new friend. Lucy has excellent house manners. She's house-trained, lets you know when she needs to go outside, sleeps through the night, and is comfortable in a crate when needed, though she'd much rather curl up on a cozy dog bed, or beside her favorite person. She also enjoys neighborhood walks, has good leash manners, and loves exploring the yard. While she's carrying a little extra weight, that doesn't stop her from celebrating mealtime with adorable post-dinner zoomies before settling in for a well-earned nap. More than anything, Lucy just wants to be loved. She adores belly rubs, back scratches, and being close to her people. She's happy, easygoing, and has quickly become a favorite in her foster home. As her foster mom says, "She's such a sweetheart and has been super easy to foster." Lucy would thrive in almost any loving home. She'd enjoy having another dog to keep her company, but she's confident enough to be happy as an only dog, too. She would do best with a family committed to regular walks and helping her reach a healthier weight. She's currently carrying a few extra pounds and would benefit from losing about 7–8 pounds, which will make it easier for her to stay active, comfortable, and enjoy all the adventures ahead. After spending so many years waiting for someone to put her first, Lucy is finally ready for a family who will cherish her through her golden years. If you're looking for an easy, affectionate companion with a heart as big as her beagle smile, Lucy may be the perfect match. Apply today! BEED ESTIMATE: Beagle GENDER: Female APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 33 lbs (should be 24 or 25 lbs) APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 4 to 6 years old COAT TYPE: medium coat ADOPTION FEE: $425 OTHER INFO: UTD on shots/spayed/microchipped LOCATION: Charlotte, NC - Coming to N. VA late July FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area. July 7, 2026, 8:47 am
