Size
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Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Sheila is the kind of dog who quietly becomes the heart of your home.
Her days start with a stroll around the garden, followed by helping supervise breakfast and school lunches. Once the house clears out, she’s ready for her favorite part of the day: a long morning walk at the park. Sheila is friendly with every dog she meets and greets people with an easy, gentle confidence. The only thing that can derail her calm demeanor? Squirrels. Those are serious business.
After her walk and breakfast, Sheila settles into a relaxed work-from-home routine, spending most of the afternoon napping nearby. When the kids come home from school, she happily greets them, then later heads out for another long walk in the afternoon. In the evenings, she prefers cool tile floors and has carefully chosen a spot where she can keep an eye on the whole household. When it’s time for bed, Sheila often walks into her crate on her own and sleeps quietly through the night.
Sheila isn’t demanding or overly clingy. Her affection is steady and constant. She shows her love by being near her people, not by needing constant attention. She tolerates hugs and kisses, happily follows kids around for a few minutes, and then calmly returns to her favorite spot once everyone settles.
Sheila does struggle with being left alone, especially when her primary person is gone. Even if others are home, she can become anxious. She self-soothes by curling up on a bed and resting, and she does best in a home where someone is around for most of the day. Because of this, she is not a good candidate for being crated when left alone.
Sheila is excellent with new people and dogs of all sizes, has never shown aggression, and has become a neighborhood favorite. She walks well on leash and actually finds comfort in it. She enjoys two long walks daily, plus a short evening walk, and loves riding in the car, tagging along on errands, and being included in everyday life.
Her challenges are minor: being left alone, having her paws wiped, and brushing (which she tolerates well). In return, she offers something rare. Calm companionship, reliability, and a peaceful presence.
Sheila would thrive in an active home that enjoys walks, hikes, or outdoor time, but also values quiet evenings. She is wonderful with children, gentle with older adults, and exceptionally well-mannered indoors. She would make an excellent office companion or side-by-side buddy for someone who works from home.
Sheila doesn’t ask for much. She just wants to be near you. And once she is, your life feels a little steadier because of it.