Sydney - German Shepherd Dog / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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found her confidence—especially once she met the resident dogs. Having canine friends by her side brings out her happiest, most relaxed self, and she truly thrives when she can play, cuddle, or even mischievously “pick on” her dog buddies. Sydney is a smart cookie! She’s already crate-trained and will head into her crate on her own when she sees her people getting ready to leave. With a quick treat to seal the deal, she’s usually snoozing peacefully within minutes. She’s also doing wonderfully with potty training and will let you know she needs to go out by standing at the door or giving a little cry. While Sydney is still building trust with people, she’s making steady progress. She doesn’t love being picked up, and leash time can feel a bit scary for her right now, but with patience and gentle guidance, her confidence continues to grow. When she pants, it looks just like a big smile, and her dramatic “plop” or sploot onto the floor is guaranteed to make you grin. She also has a funny, random howl she uses purely to demand attention—never for doorbells or outside noises—just for laughs and love. Playtime is Sydney’s favorite part of the day. She plays rough and rowdy, even with large dogs, and doesn’t let size slow her down. She loves to chew, with elk antlers being her top-choice toy. Relaxing, however, is not yet her strong suit—Sydney is all puppy energy and would much rather stay busy than settle down. That said, she does enjoy snuggling in bed and being close to her people, even if she’s usually ready for her next adventure. Sydney is a bright, playful puppy who will do best in a home that understands her need for patience, confidence-building, and—most importantly—dog friends to share her world with. Sydney is from a local reservation. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. *Rescue puppies are notorious for losing their birth certificates before entering our rescue. We cannot guarantee the breed or size they will be full grown.* If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.

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