Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
Meet Christina Waguilara —she isn’t just cute, she’s dangerously adorable. She’s affectionate, snuggly, and fully prepared to make you her emotional support human whether you signed up for it or not. Basically, if you’re in the market for unconditional love with a side of comedic timing and soft fur, Christina Waguilara is your girl.
At just 4 months old and 24 pounds, this flat-coated retriever mix has already lived through more drama than most reality TV stars — except hers wasn’t scripted. Christina came to us with severe burns and road rash, the kind that make you question how anyone could hurt something this innocent. Whether it was fire, pavement, or just plain cruelty, we’ll never know for sure. What we do know is that this little girl went through absolute agony… and somehow came out the other side full of tail wags, kisses, and pure puppy joy. Her fur is slowly growing back (we’ll see if it all returns — if not, she’ll just be rocking the “phoenix rising” look). And honestly? She makes it work. Christina has that unbothered, resilient energy — the kind that says, “Scars? Oh these? Just proof I’m tougher and prettier than my past.” Despite everything, she’s still the first to lean in for a cuddle, give you a sloppy kiss, and look up at you like you personally hung the moon. She’s sweetness and sass wrapped in a little burnt marshmallow package — the kind of dog who reminds you that love heals faster than any ointment. Christina Waguilara is ready for her next chapter — one filled with soft beds, gentle hands, and people who understand that this brave little survivor isn’t broken… she’s just beautifully battle-tested.
When it comes to other dogs, Christina is the life of the party and the emotional support bestie. She’s always down for some good-natured floor wrestling, then immediately shifts into cuddle mode with her doggie roommates, Scruffy and Cutie Pie, like they’re starring in a doggy rom-com. Now, cats? We can’t say for sure — none in her current circle — but given her personality, she’d probably assume they’re just oddly shaped dogs and try to befriend them. Or lick them. Or both. Kids? Also not in her current entourage, but considering her general “everyone’s my friend” energy, she’d likely do great as long as they’re gentle and understand that she’s more of a sip puppuccino slowly and relax girl than a sprint across the yard screaming kind of companion. As for the human experience, Christina is a total people-pleaser in the making. She greets new faces with a wagging tail, an open heart, and the subtle charm of someone who knows she’s adorable. Even at the vet — yes, the vet — she’s all smiles and tail wags, like, “Oh, hi! You’re about to poke me with a needle? That’s fine, I’m still gonna love you.” As she’s settled into her foster home, she’s become more talkative too. And trust us, a pup with her face and her ears talking to you, you will be nothing but a puddle of mush because she is too cute!
When it comes to car rides, Christina takes her role as co-pilot very seriously. She starts in the back like a polite passenger, but by the time you hit the first stoplight, she’s somehow in the front seat — because what better way to supervise your driving than by sitting inches from your face. Adventure versus homebody? Christina is currently in her “still figuring it out” phase — a young puppy who’s just starting to discover that the world is bigger than her yard. She’s getting braver with every outing, and while she might not be scaling mountains just yet, she’s perfectly happy being your sidekick for coffee runs or yard adventures. Her favorite activities include playing fetch (she’s shockingly good at it for a puppy who still sometimes trips over her own paws) and enjoying the great outdoors like the backyard royalty she is. She’s not a digger — because dirt? Ew, no thank you. A fenced yard works perfectly for her, though she’d probably settle into any home that offers love, treats, and a comfy spot for her next dramatic nap. Christina doesn’t guard food or toys, because honestly, she’s too busy being the social chair of her foster home. Christina Waguilara is the kind of puppy who can brighten a whole room just by entering it — which means she’s enthusiastic about everything. Life, toys, playtime, you — especially you. She approaches every day like it’s her own personal holiday, and she’s the guest of honor. She isn't necessarily energetic as much as she is just happy to be, and partake in her family's activities.
Your mission—should you choose to accept it—is to turn Christina Waguilara into the best potty-trained, well-mannered, and socially elite puppy in town. You’ll be molding this little songbird into the kind of dog who can stroll through a farmer’s market without embarrassing you, charm every stranger within a ten-foot radius, and make even your skeptical father—the one who swore up and down that you “didn’t need another dog”—show up at your house just to see her. Not you. Her. Christina Waguilara is the total package—adorable, kiss-happy, kennel-trained, sofa-loving, and hilariously determined to make you her person. If you’re looking for a little lovebug who’ll turn your house into a home (and your lap) into a cuddle throne, then grab the treats, roll up your sleeves, and get ready.
She’s got the looks, the personality, and the emotional depth of a rom-com lead, and she’s ready to find her co-star. So go ahead — fill out that adoption application at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app before someone else realizes they need this fluffy little pop princess in their life. Once approved, we’ll send it straight to her foster family, and then you can come scoop up your new best friend in Tulsa, OK. Just be warned: once you meet her, resistance is futile. You don’t adopt Christina Waguilara — she adopts you.
