Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Not good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kiara – A Good Dog Who Needs the Right Environment
Kiara didn’t get the start most dogs do.
She came from a backyard “oops” litter without proper early socialization, which made the world overwhelming early on. Through structured training and consistent guidance at K9netic Pack, she has made a significant transformation into a confident, affectionate, and capable dog.
Kiara was previously adopted and returned—not because she is a bad dog, but because the environment was not the right fit.
She was placed in a high foot-traffic home with a lot of movement and little structure. For a dog like Kiara, that kind of environment creates overstimulation and confusion. Without clear leadership, she became overwhelmed. She also sheds, which is normal for her breed mix but was a contributing factor for the previous home.
This is not a reflection of Kiara’s quality—it’s a reminder that placement matters.
Temperament & Behavior
Friendly, affectionate, and social with humans of all ages
Playful, goofy, and engaging personality
Handler-oriented and enjoys connection
Does best with structure, routine, and clear expectations
Kiara is a working-breed mix—intelligent, aware, and responsive when given direction.
Training & Foundation
Kiara comes with a strong, professionally built foundation:
House manners
Leash manners (walks well with no pulling)
Socialization and neutrality in public environments
Crate familiarity
Foundational obedience including the basic 7 commands
She understands how to exist in a structured environment and is set up for continued success.
Dogs: Dog selective
Best with calm, neutral, well-socialized dogs
Requires proper, structured introductions
Also thrives as the only dog
Cats: Shows little interest, has never fully engaged with the cats here on property
Children: Kiara is great with humans of all ages and has shown friendly, appropriate interactions.
Ideal Home
Kiara is best suited for:
A structured, lower-chaos home
An adopter who will provide leadership and consistency
A home that understands working-breed needs
Someone prepared for normal shedding of a Doberman/Shepherd mix
She is not a “hands-off” dog—but she is absolutely a capable and rewarding one.
Final Thoughts
Kiara has already proven she can learn, adapt, and grow. She is not the problem—the environment was.
In the right home, Kiara will be:
Loyal
Affectionate
Playful
Well-mannered and engaged
She is a good dog with a strong foundation who simply needs the right structure and placement to thrive.
📍 Located in Poolesville, MD
🐾 Spayed, fully vetted, and professionally trained
📚 Adoption includes post-adoption support through K9netic Pack
