ELLOWYN - SHEPHERD / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Shepherd / Mixed (short coat). Adoption Fee: 495.00. Ellowyn is a 3‑month‑old, 10‑lb Shepherd mix with the sweetest puppy eyes and the kind of markings that make everyone stop and admire her! Quick Facts: Name: Ellowyn Breed: Shepherd mix Age: 3 months old Weight: 10 lbs. House-Trained: Working on it! She uses pee pads and is learning to go potty outside. Crate-Trained: No Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Yes – but sometimes wants to play with them too! Good with Kids: Yes Energy Level: Medium (puppy energy) Fence Required: No Dog's Location: Leland, NC About Ellowyn’s Breed: Our best guess is that Ellowyn is a Shepherd mixed breed. Shepherd mixes are bright, loyal, and eager‑to‑learn pups who grow into wonderfully devoted companions. Even as young puppies, they tend to be observant, people‑focused, and quick to pick up on routines. Many have that classic shepherd blend of sweetness and smarts — affectionate with their families, playful with dog friends, and curious about the world around them. Their ideal home is one that offers structure, gentle guidance, and plenty of positive experiences. Shepherd mixes thrive with families who enjoy training, enrichment, and daily adventures, whether that’s walks, yard play, or fun outings. Because they’re intelligent and sensitive, they do best in homes that provide consistency, patience, and lots of love as they grow. With supportive humans and opportunities to learn, shepherd mixes blossom into confident, loyal, and incredibly loving family dogs. What to Love about Ellowyn: Ellowyn is a gentle, loving little girl who already shows all the makings of an incredible family companion! She adores people — kids of any age included — and she gets along beautifully with other dogs. She’s curious about cats too, often wanting to play with them in her soft, goofy puppy way. Neck rubs, belly rubs, and plush toy stuffies are her absolute favorites, and she’ll happily flop over for affection any chance she gets! She’s still young, so she’s learning to use puppy pads and go potty outside, but her food motivation and intelligence make training fun and rewarding. Every morning she runs straight to the pantry and dives into the dog food bag until only her wagging tail is visible — she’s full of personality and charm! Ellowyn loves walks, though she sometimes thinks the leash is a toy, and she’s doing great with her early leash training. She rides well in the car, loves doggie playmates, and is ready for all the adventures her new family has in store. With continued love, gentle guidance, and puppy training, Ellowyn will blossom into the devoted, joyful sidekick she’s meant to be! Ellowyn’s Eloquent Highlights: 3‑month‑old, 10‑lb Shepherd mix with stunning markings and irresistible puppy eyes Sweet, gentle temperament and already showing excellent family‑dog potential Great with dogs and curious, playful with cats Loves belly rubs, neck scratches, and plush toy stuffies Learning potty skills with puppy pads and outdoor practice Very food motivated — smart, eager, and fun to train Morning pantry diver who happily burrows into the dog‑food bag Enjoys walks and is working on leash manners (sometimes thinks the leash is a toy) Good in the car and ready to be a family sidekick Loves all people — wonderful with kids and playful dogs Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: crisisdogsnc/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Grooming Needs:	Low
  Shedding Amount:	Moderate

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Low
  Fence Required:	Not Required
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Owner Experience Required:	None
  Other:	Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent Even-Tempered

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No