Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Olive, 2 years old, spayed female, Husky mix, 38 pounds. She is in a foster home in Houston, Texas.
Like so many of the dogs in our rescue, Olive was at risk of euthanasia at a county shelter in Houston. She was saved with not a lot of time to spare and we are so happy she made it into a foster home so someone has the joy of spending all their days with this girl.
Olive is the kind of girl who seems to have gotten the very best qualities all rolled into one beautiful package. She is sweet, affectionate, playful, active, smart, silly, and absolutely stunning. And those eyes? They are impossible to resist.
Olive is a fantastic dog companion and has experience playing with dogs of all shapes and sizes through daycare. She has received great feedback from daycare about her social skills, including her ability to appropriately correct another dog when needed and recognize when a dog isn't interested in playing. Olive herself is definitely a playful, active girl, though, and she would love a canine companion who enjoys having fun as much as she does. A dog who is timid or uninterested in active play may find Olive's enthusiasm a little overwhelming at first, so a confident, playful dog would likely be her ideal match.
When meeting people, Olive is generally happy and friendly. She has shown no aggression, barking, or growling toward strangers. She can occasionally be a little timid, particularly around some men, but with a gentle approach and a little time, she warms up. Once she trusts you, Olive absolutely loves her people and loves affection.
Olive is also wonderfully well-mannered in the home. She is fully potty trained and does very well in her crate. She sleeps in her crate overnight and can comfortably stay crated for about 3–4 hours during the day. She may whine briefly, but overall she settles well. She has also had free roam of the house while supervised and has shown no destructive behavior. She enjoys playing, exploring, or simply relaxing in her favorite spots.
On leash, Olive walks well overall. She may pull a little when something exciting catches her attention, but it is manageable, and a little continued leash work would help her become an even better walking partner.
Olive hasn't had much direct experience with cats, so her compatibility with cats is unknown. She also hasn't lived with children, although based on her gentle demeanor and the fact that she doesn't tend to jump on people, her foster believes she could do well with children. As always, introductions and supervision would be important.
One of Olive's favorite things is being active with her people. She would thrive in a home that enjoys walks, hikes, runs, outdoor adventures, or plenty of playtime. A fenced yard and playful dog would be fantastic, but another dog isn't absolutely required if her family is committed to providing her with enough exercise, enrichment, and companionship.
And then there are Olive's adorable quirks. Sometimes when she runs, she does the cutest little silly hop, and it perfectly matches her fun-loving personality. She is affectionate, loves attention and affection, and genuinely enjoys being with her people. In the car, she is an enthusiastic passenger who alternates between sitting nicely and taking on the role of co-pilot. She has no issues with stairs and enjoys toys from time to time.
Olive really is a sweet and easy girl who checks so many boxes: house trained, crate trained, great with dogs, affectionate, playful, and ready for an active family.
Her ideal home is one where she can be part of the family and have plenty of opportunities to run, play, explore, and love her people. If you're looking for a beautiful, affectionate adventure buddy who would happily join you for walks, hikes, or even a run, Olive just might be your girl.
Please note our process starts with an application. If we think you might be a good fit, we will reach out to coordinate a phone interview. This is followed by a video call with the foster home. Virtual home visit, personal and vet reference checks are required to complete the process. Transport is included in our adoption donation.
***Listed BREED and AGE - We are taking our best guess & recommendations from our veterinarian on age, breed and size when fully grown. We rarely know a dog's exact age nor are we able to tell the true or full breed mix of dogs as our information is limited most of the time. ***
Interested in applying to adopt? Fill out an adoption application at the link below!
https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/PRP/Dog
