Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Phoebe! 🐾💗
If you’ve ever wished for a loving companion who doubles as your personal shadow and full-time cuddle buddy, Phoebe might just be your girl! This sweet pup loves being wherever her people are and keeping an eye on whatever they happen to be doing. Cooking dinner? She’s supervising. Watching a movie? She’s snuggling. Getting up to grab something? Don’t mind her, she’ll be coming along, too!
Phoebe may be a big girl, but she seems to have absolutely no idea that she isn’t a tiny lap cat. Her favorite place to be is right on top of her person, soaking up the cuddles and enjoying some quality couch time. She’s a laid-back kind of gal who appreciates the finer things in life, like cozy naps, being close to her favorite humans, and occasionally getting the zoomies around the house!
Although Phoebe is more of a lounge-on-the-couch kind of girl, she does have a playful side. She’ll happily bring you a toy for a little game of fetch, giving you a handful of throws before deciding she’s had enough excitement and it’s time for another nap. Honestly, she might have the perfect balance figured out: a little playtime, a lot of snuggles, and plenty of beauty sleep!
Phoebe has been friendly with new adult visitors, both men and women, although she may greet them with some big, loud barks at first. She can also be a little opinionated when she doesn’t feel like doing something, sometimes expressing her thoughts with a well-timed paw. This girl knows what she wants, and she isn’t afraid to let you know! Her future family can continue helping her build confidence and learn that good things happen when she cooperates.
When it comes to other animals, Phoebe will need some thoughtful introductions and management. She generally seems uninterested in other dogs, but she has shown some food-related guarding behavior, including low growling when food is involved. She has also growled when seeing her foster family's cat, even from a distance. Because of this, a home without cats may be the best fit unless an experienced adopter can safely manage a carefully planned introduction. Any interactions with other pets should be handled thoughtfully, with appropriate separation around food and close supervision.
Phoebe is fully house-trained, which is a wonderful bonus! She knows the cue “sit,” although whether she chooses to demonstrate that particular skill may depend on her mood. We’re working on helping her feel more comfortable going into her kennel and getting into the car. While she can settle down for a quiet nap in her kennel, entering it can make her nervous. Car rides are especially intimidating right now, so her foster family is taking things slowly and helping her learn that getting into a vehicle doesn’t have to be scary. She’s also making progress with leash training, which will continue to be an important part of her journey.
At the end of the day, Phoebe is a loving, affectionate girl who simply wants to be near her people. She doesn’t need endless adventures or a packed schedule to be happy; a cozy couch, a few playful moments, and someone to love are pretty high on her wish list. She’ll be your shadow, your movie-night snuggle buddy, and the big cuddlebug who somehow manages to take up the entire couch while making you feel like the luckiest person in the world.
If you’re looking for a devoted companion who will follow you from room to room and happily curl up with you at the end of the day, Phoebe is ready to find her person. Just remember: when you adopt Phoebe, you’re not just getting a dog. You’re getting a very large, very loving shadow who firmly believes personal space is overrated! 💕🐶
You may notice that they are sporting a Fi GPS collar! We use these trackers for some of our dogs who may be a little nervous or more likely to wander. It's just one more way we help keep them safe. Best of all, the collar will go home with them when adopted! Interested in learning more? Just ask our team, and we'd be happy to share the details.
