Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Imagine, if you will, the emotional equivalent of sinking into a freshly fluffed hotel comforter—the really expensive kind, not the lumpy clearance-bin comforter your ex left behind. That’s Tessie Lou.
Now, before you go sprinting for the hills at the mere mention of the word Husky — relax. Breathe. Come back. Tessie Lou is not that kind of Huky, the one that makes you wonder if you will ever get any sleep again. No, Tessie's got all the best parts of the breed — the beauty, the sweetness, the loyalty, the soft “I love you” eyes — but none of the chaos, no escape-artist energy, and absolutely zero desire to scale your six-foot fence like she’s training for the Winter Olympics. Tessie Lou is a polite, easy-going, people-loving marshmallow who just wants to be wherever the humans are. No drama. No mischief. No “I’ve decided to run 14 miles before breakfast.” Just a genuinely comforting, steady girl who melts into your legs and makes you feel instantly safe, loved, and mildly addicted to her presence. If you have always wanted a Husky but don't want one you have to chase down the neighborhood or negotiate with like a toddler in a snowsuit… Tessie Lou is your girl.
Tessie Lou’s story starts the way a lot of heartbreakingly sweet ones do — with her sitting on the urgent list at a shelter, confused, out of time, and wondering what she did wrong (spoiler: nothing, absolutely nothing). She’s a 2-year-old, 44-pound Husky girl, and the second she walked out with us, it was obvious: This wasn’t a wild child, a troublemaker, or an escape artist plotting her next neighborhood tour…This was a gentle, people-loving, soft-smiling girl who just needed someone to choose her. So now she’s here — safe, adored, and officially taking applications for her next chapter.
Tessie Lou handles other dogs like the classy, emotionally mature queen she is — as long as they also believe in personal space, gentle vibes, and not acting like they just chugged three puppy frappuccinos. Out and about, she’s a social gem. She’ll mingle, she’ll trot around making friends, she’ll even run and play with the enthusiasm of a girl who finally got her life back together. Inside the home, though? Well… let’s just say she prefers calm, respectful roommates who understand boundaries, personal space, and the sacred concept of “that’s my spot on the couch." She’ll happily share a home with a chill dog that is not always trying to take her stuff or invading her space… or, honestly, she would love to be the star, the favorite child, the center of your universe. As for cats, Tessie is basically a model citizen. She has been exceptional with her foster’s cat — the two have peacefully shared space, and she has even curled up on her foster’s son’s bed next to her feline roommate like they were having a tiny cross-species slumber party. Now, to be fair, this particular cat is practically a diplomat — extremely dog-savvy and probably handling foreign relations in another life — but Tessie has shown nothing but gentleness and respect. Kids? Oh, buckle up. Tessie Lou doesn’t just like children — she lights up for them. Not a subtle sparkle, either. Think full Disney-fireworks-over-the-castle energy. In all the years of fostering, her foster has never seen a dog’s face transform in pure joy the way Tessie’s does when tiny humans appear. She considers herself a part-time nanny, full-time emotional support buddy, and professional kid enthusiast.
Sticky fingers? Loud giggles? Random dance parties? Tessie says sign her up. She’s gentle, patient, and hilariously devoted to following kids around like she’s been assigned to them by the Puppy Secret Service. And people? All people? Tessie is convinced she’s the welcoming committee of planet Earth. She approaches new humans with the confidence of someone who knows she’s about to be their favorite part of the day. She doesn’t just greet — she glows. A tail wag here, a polite lean there, maybe a soft smile that could melt the hardest heart. She’s a full-on social butterfly with velvet paws. Tessie Lou is sweet, polite, endlessly affectionate, and genuinely joyful about every living thing that crosses her path — as long as they treat her with the same gentle respect she gives them.
If you’ve ever wanted a Husky but not the kind that reenacts “The Great Escape” every Tuesday at 3 p.m., congratulations — Tessie Lou is your girl. She’s the mythical creature every Husky-skeptic swears doesn’t exist: the calm one. Her energy level? A solid 2 out of 10, which in Husky math is basically “hibernating.” Tessie isn’t here to sprint marathons or drag you through the neighborhood like she’s auditioning for the Iditarod. She’s more of a “peacefully existing” type — the canine equivalent of a warm bath and soft jazz. You get in the car with her, and she just sits there like a chill little passenger princess, taking in the scenery and radiating calm like she’s hosting a meditation podcast. On a leash? Also shockingly pleasant. She walks beside you like she’s a paid professional, the kind of dog that makes other people think you spent thousands on a trainer… when in reality she just vibed her way into good manners. Adventure gene vs. Homebody gene? Tessie said yes. She’s equally thrilled to curl up on the couch and do absolutely nothing or hop in the car to go wherever life takes her. Coffee shop? Sure. Couch snuggle sesh? Absolutely. Random errand run? She’ll float along behind you like a supportive emotional support cloud. Her personality is just… lovely. She’s sweet, polite, easy-going, and a complete people dog. Zero chaos, all heart. She doesn’t force her energy on you — she matches yours. Want to lounge all day? She’s your weighted blanket with a heartbeat. Want to get out and do something fun? She’ll trot along behind you, happy as can be. She’s the kind of adaptable that makes you think she was made specifically for you. Favorite activities? Hanging out with the kids. Period. She’s not here for fetch, wrestling matches, or shredding toys. Her hobby is being devoted to children and supervising their activities like the gentlest hall monitor you’ve ever met. And as for where she’d thrive? Honestly… anywhere. She’s not an escape artist, doesn’t jump, and has shown exactly zero interest in testing fences. A four-foot fence? Fine. Apartment living? Totally fine. A quiet home with regular walks? She’ll be thriving. She’s so calm and low-energy that you might forget she’s a Husky — and she’s absolutely okay with that.
Tessie Lou is that overachieving student in class who quietly knows all the answers but doesn’t brag about it. She already knows sit and come, which means she’s at least 200% more obedient than the average Husky. Potty trained? Yes. Perfectly. A+ work. Gold star. She’s the kind of dog who would file her own taxes if she had thumbs. Crating preferences? Tessie is a “door-open” kind of girl. She likes the kennel, loves the vibe, enjoys the ambiance — but closing the door is, in her opinion, rude. Chewing things she shouldn’t? Nope. Not her style. Tessie Lou is many things, but destructive is not one of them. Barking style? She doesn’t bark. At all. Every once in a while, she’ll give a delicate, soft-spoken little woo-wooo like she’s trying to share her feelings during a guided meditation, but that’s it. When you’re gone? Tessie is a responsible, trustworthy, self-regulating adult. She doesn’t redecorate, doesn’t panic, doesn’t chew anything, doesn’t scream into the void. She just… hangs out.
Tessie Lou is incredibly sweet and gentle, but she is also a girl who appreciates personal space with the other dogs. She doesn’t storm around like a diva or throw attitude like a tiny furry queen — it’s more of a gentle, dignified awareness of where she feels safe and settled. She picks a spot, usually a cozy corner or a specific cushion on the couch, and that becomes her area. Not in a demanding, dramatic way — but in a “this is where my emotional peace lives” sort of way. If another dog strolls too boldly into her chosen zone, Tessie doesn’t lose her cool. She doesn’t snap, she doesn’t posture, she doesn’t turn into a furry whirlwind. Instead, she gets… tense. Unsure. She subtly shifts, stiffens a little, tries to maintain her bubble. It’s like watching someone desperately trying to protect their side of the couch from a sibling who keeps inching closer. She does not want a fight — she simply wants her space respected. She’s the dog equivalent of “I love you, but I need a break from you right now.” Outside, Tessie is the picture of grace and generosity. She’ll share toys, water bowls, play space, and even the shade of a tree with other dogs without a second thought. She’ll wait politely while another dog finishes playing with a toy, then gently pick it up and float away like the world’s softest librarian returning a book to its shelf. With the right dog friend — one who understands that personal space is a gift, not a suggestion — she’ll do great. But if a dog barrels into her bubble like an uninvited party guest, Tessie will be politely but firmly unamused. Given structure, gentle guidance, and a home that respects with other dogs that respect those indoor boundaries, she blossoms.
Look… if you’ve ever said, “I like Huskies, but I don’t want one of the wild ones,” congratulations. The universe has finally thrown you a bone. Tessie Lou is all the beauty, sweetness, and soul-melting charm of a Husky with none of the nonsense. So if you’re sitting there thinking, “Wow, this sounds like the unicorn version of a Husky,” you’d be correct — and she’s patiently waiting for someone to notice her sparkle. If you want to meet her, here’s your highly official, dramatically necessary next step:
👉 Fill out an adoption application at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app.
That’s right — paperwork. The gateway to love. Once you send it in, we’ll pass it along to her foster family, who are currently treasuring her like the rare collectible she is.
Then all that’s left is for you to come pick her up in Skiatook, Oklahoma, where Tessie Lou will be waiting with her soft eyes, gentle woo-woo, and “please love me forever” energy.
