Iryss has been through a lot of changes, but she’s a resilient girl with a quiet spirit. After living with a loving couple who fell on hard times, she found herself shuffled between homes and then placed outside by family members who didn’t want dogs around. She never lost her sweetness, even as she knew she wasn’t welcome. Once her owners were forced to give her up, Iryss found her way into rescue care and has been waiting for her person ever since. She’s slow to trust at first and asks for patience and calm from those around her. Iryss will bond deeply with a gentle hand—she often picks her favorite person to gravitate to first, usually a woman, but warms up to men with daily care and attention. She’s lived around other, smaller dogs but prefers not to deal with high-strung, barking dogs and finds the company of people less stressful than other pets. Because of this, Iryss is best as the only animal in an adult household with no children and no other pets. She has a playful, silly side that shines when she feels at home, and she loves racing around a secure, fenced-in yard, so a solid fence is non-negotiable for her future. Iryss is simply looking for patient adopters who can provide the stability she’s missed. She was born on June 15, which makes her a Gemini—a sign known for being smart and adaptable. Give them the home they have been waiting for. Apply today.