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epherd / Siberian Husky Mix Age: 2 years Weight: 43 lbs House-Trained: Yes Crate-Trained: Yes (she even puts herself to bed!) Good with Dogs: Yes – enjoys respectful canine companions Good with Kids: Not tested – very gentle and submissive, but cautious with new people Energy Level: Medium – loves a good zoomie, but mellow overall Special Traits: Vocal communicator, excellent leash manners, escape-artist-turned-homebody
About Marie’s Breed Mix: Marie is a striking blend of German Shepherd and Siberian Husky—two breeds known for their intelligence, loyalty, and independent streaks. The result? A soulful, velcro companion who’s both quietly affectionate and playfully expressive. She brings the sensitivity of a Shepherd and the quirky charm of a Husky, including her soft singing voice and occasional goofy outbursts of energy.
Marie’s Story & Personality: Marie is a gentle spirit who’s been through a lot—and it shows in both her devotion and her caution. Once she knows you, she’s a constant, loving presence who will follow you room to room like your quiet little shadow. She loves lounging in the yard, playing with the resident dog, and curling up on the couch with her humans.
She walks beautifully on leash, rarely barks, and enjoys calm strolls around the neighborhood. Indoors, she has excellent manners and clearly thrives on routine. At first, she revealed her “husky curiosity,” climbing and observing from high spots. But with time and love, she settled into a content, grounded routine.
Marie is vocal and may growl when someone approaches her crate or her favorite quiet spot. She doesn’t do this with her trusted foster mom, but she needs time and space to build trust with others. When new people ignore her warnings or try to rush the relationship, she may escalate to snapping out of fear. Her foster family worked through this using positive reinforcement and structure—training methods from Rivers have helped her gain confidence, especially around hesitant members of the household.
Marie is not the kind of dog who can be rushed into new relationships. In her foster home, the oldest son had to spend over a week gently building trust with treats and calm encouragement before she would make eye contact. She’s proof that love alone isn’t always enough—what Marie needs is confidence, built slowly and carefully, with the guidance of a steady, experienced adopter.
Why You’ll Love Marie:
Incredibly loyal once bonded – a true velcro companion
Smart, sensitive, and respectful of other dogs
Calm and quiet indoors, with joyful zoomie bursts
Crate-trained, housebroken, and great on a leash
Has a sweet, silly singing bark you’ll never forget
Deep, soulful eyes and a heart full of potential
Marie’s Ideal Home:
Calm, structured household with a secure yard
Adult-only home or older children who can respect her space
Experienced adopter willing to invest in trust-building and training
Someone who will continue her positive reinforcement training
Another respectful dog is welcome, but not required
Not suited for first-time dog owners or chaotic environments
Marie isn’t a dog for everyone—but for the right person, she’s everything. She’s a dog who has learned to protect her heart, but who still wants to give it to someone worthy of her trust. With more time and/or a seasoned, patient adopter, Marie will be a truly exceptional companion.
Ready to Give Marie the Life She Deserves? Marie is fully vetted, spayed, and ready to settle into a forever home. If you’re looking for a calm, affectionate, and quietly fun companion, apply to adopt Marie today at .crisisdogsnc.
Let her serenade you with her tiny songs and fill your days with quiet joy.
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