Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
* To be considered for a meet/adoption, please read the full biography to see whether they may be a good fit for your home, then submit an online application at www.dpsrescue.org.* This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, July 11th from 12-3 PM unless adopted prior to the event. All DPS Rescue dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, flea/tick treated, and microchipped prior to adoption. Adoption fee: $700 Meet Sticky Bun! If you're looking for a puppy who skipped the chaos and went straight to being a wonderful companion, we'd love to introduce you to Sticky Bun. This gorgeous 4 month old Chow puppy already weighs nearly 40 pounds, but don't let her size fool you— she's as gentle, calm, and easygoing as they come. In fact, her foster family says she's the easiest foster they've ever had. Sticky Bun starts her mornings around 6:30 or 7:00, heads outside for a potty break, enjoys breakfast, and then spends a little time playing in the yard before settling in for a morning nap near her foster mom's home office. Throughout the day, she enjoys hanging out outside with her foster dog siblings, quietly taking in the world around her. After dinner, she's happy to relax with her family before heading to bed around 9:30 or 10:00, where she sleeps soundly on the bedroom floor all night. Personality The word everyone uses to describe Sticky Bun is simple: calm. She has an incredibly steady, thoughtful personality that feels wise beyond her puppy months. While she's playful and enjoys romping around the yard with her foster siblings, she's never over-the-top or wild. Instead, she's happiest simply being near her people. Sticky Bun isn't a velcro dog who needs constant attention, but she does enjoy following her people from room to room. Once she knows where you are, she'll quietly settle on the floor or a nearby bed and patiently wait while you finish whatever you're doing. She doesn't need to be in your lap— she just wants to be part of your day. She's affectionate without being demanding, confident without being pushy, and has a wonderfully peaceful presence that's rare to find in such a young puppy. Smart as They Come Sticky Bun is incredibly intelligent and loves learning. She already knows 'sit,' 'down,' and 'sit up,' and she's currently working on 'shake' and 'stay.' She's also mastered dog puzzle toys that were originally purchased for the adult dogs in her foster home. She enjoys chew toys, puzzles, and gentle enrichment activities that keep her busy, and she's very easy to redirect if she ever investigates something that's off-limits. Dogs, Kids & Everyone Else Sticky Bun absolutely loves other dogs, whether they're big or small. She enjoys playing chase in the yard and would likely be thrilled to have a canine companion, although she'd also be perfectly happy soaking up attention from her humans. She's also been wonderful with children. At an adoption event, she patiently sat with a toddler who spent quite a while brushing and petting her— even attempting to brush her teeth with a rock! Sticky Bun simply soaked up the attention with remarkable patience and tolerance. She's the kind of puppy who seems to make friends wherever she goes. House Manners Sticky Bun has excellent house manners, especially for such a young puppy. She's fully housetrained and has been incredibly reliable in her foster home. She hasn't had an accident since her first day, when she was simply learning where to go. She'll even let you know if she needs to head outside. She no longer needs a crate and can comfortably stay home for several hours without getting into trouble. She mostly sticks to chewing her toys and has shown very little interest in household items. She's also impressively quiet. While her foster siblings may have plenty to say, Sticky Bun usually chooses not to join in. The only time you'll really hear her bark is during an especially fun play session, and she'll occasionally give a soft whine if she needs something. Ideal Home Sticky Bun would thrive with a family looking for an easygoing companion who enjoys being included in everyday life. She loves spending time outdoors, following her people around the house, learning new things, and relaxing nearby while life happens around her. Like any Chow, she'll benefit from continued training and regular grooming as her beautiful coat grows in. She's already getting used to daily brushing and handles it beautifully. Whether you have another playful dog or you're looking for your one-and-only, Sticky Bun has the kind of calm, loving temperament that's hard to find. Why You'll Love Her Sticky Bun has the face of a little lion, an adorable purple Chow tongue, and one of the sweetest personalities we've ever met. She even has a funny habit of 'redecorating' the house. One day while her family was out, she carefully gathered several backpacks from the laundry room and arranged them in a neat pile by her bed. She didn't chew them or damage them— she simply decided they belonged there! She also loves lying completely flat on her belly, sprawled out in classic 'sploot' fashion, looking every bit like the oversized stuffed animal she resembles. If you're hoping to skip the whirlwind puppy stage and bring home a gentle, smart, loyal companion with an old soul, Sticky Bun just might be your perfect match. July 9, 2026, 9:49 pm
