Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have a transport leaving either on July 30th or August 9th 2026 from where we are located in Southern California to NorCal, OR, and surrounding states as needed for our adopting families where we bring our dogs all the way to their homes 💗 For peace of mind we never ask for anything up front. The adoption fee along with your share of travel costs will be due the day we arrive in person ultimately finalizing the adoption then and there with you. We would love to add Gemma to our trip for the right family 😊
There are certain dogs that leave an imprint on your heart from the very beginning, and Gemma has always been one of those dogs.
Not because she demanded attention or tried to be the center of every room, but because watching her grow into the dog she is today has been something truly special.
When Gemma first arrived in our care, she was still learning that the world could be a kind place. Like so many dogs who experience change, she carried a little uncertainty with her. We never rushed her through it. Instead, we simply loved her, allowed her to move at her own pace, and watched as, little by little, she began discovering who she was always meant to be.
Today, that beautiful transformation is impossible to miss.
Born on December 28, 2022, Gemma is a petite Aussiedoodle weighing 39 pounds fully grown with a soft, wavy coat that is hypoallergenic and non-shedding. She has blossomed into a confident, affectionate, incredibly intelligent girl who genuinely enjoys being part of everyday life. Whether you’re headed out for a drive, spending time outdoors, or simply relaxing at home after a long day, Gemma is happiest simply sharing those moments with the people she loves.
She has wonderful house manners and is completely house trained, crate trained, walks beautifully on leash, rides exceptionally well in the car, and is an absolute pleasure for the groomer. She has a beautifully balanced personality that allows her to enjoy life’s adventures just as much as its quiet moments curled up beside the people she loves.
Gemma is wonderful with other dogs, both big and small, and has done beautifully with the children in our family as well. She is sweet, gentle, and naturally attentive to the people around her. She isn’t overly demanding or constantly seeking attention, but rather has a peaceful presence about her that simply makes a house feel more like home.
While she has grown tremendously in confidence, Gemma still forms meaningful relationships the way many truly loyal dogs do. She enjoys meeting new people, but she especially cherishes those she gets to know well. Once you’ve earned her trust, you’ve gained a companion whose loyalty runs incredibly deep. She doesn’t just love her family, she wholeheartedly belongs to them.
Gemma came to us because someone loved her enough to put her needs ahead of their own. Her previous owner knew she deserved more space, more opportunities, and a life where she could truly flourish. It was an incredibly selfless decision made entirely out of love, and we promised we would find the family she had always hoped Gemma would have.
Because of the remarkable dog she has become, we aren’t simply looking for someone wanting an Aussiedoodle. We’re looking for the person who will recognize the quiet beauty of a dog whose greatest joy isn’t being the life of the party, but being someone’s constant companion through every season of life.
If you’re searching for a best friend who will greet you each morning with quiet happiness, faithfully stay by your side through life’s highs and lows, and remind you every single day just how special the bond between a dog and their person can be, we have a feeling Gemma has been waiting for you too.
Her adoption fee is on our website at the bottom of her adoption listing at https://www.breadoflifek9refuge.org/post/gemma-1
This includes her spay, dental cleaning and polish (with no extractions needed), current vaccinations, microchip and registration, a complete veterinary examination, along with the months of love, socialization, training, grooming, and care she has received while preparing for the family she has always deserved.
