Introducing the wonderful Gage! 🌟 This sweet, silly soul has had a rough start, but he’s now ready to be the sparkling star in someone’s life. Once a neglected pup, Gage came to us looking a little worse for wear – underweight, with hair loss, and some seriously damaged teeth. But look at him now! He’s filling out beautifully, his fur is coming back, and his charming personality is shining through. What a cutie! 😍 At about 2 years old and weighing in at 40 pounds, Gage is a bundle of joyful energy. He’s recently been neutered and treated with a full dental procedure, so he’s all set to wag his way into your heart. This boy is crate trained, potty trained, and gets along well with other friendly large dogs. However, he prefers not to share his space with cats, given his herding breed background—so watch out, feline friends! 🐾 Gage is fiercely loyal and adores his humans! His favorite pastime? A game of fetch that seems to go on forever! If you’ve got a big backyard, Gage is your perfect playmate! He’s very trainable and might even excel in dog sports. And let’s not forget his favorite activity of all—snuggling! He loves a full-body cuddle session on the couch. 🛋️💖 While Gage does require some continued guidance on leash interactions with other dogs and people, rest assured that with a little patience and love, he will thrive. Experience with herding breeds is preferred but not required—what matters most is that Gage finds his forever family! And here’s the cherry on top: for the month of December, Gage’s adoption fee is $0! 🌟 He’ll also enjoy a two-week trial adoption period, allowing both pup and people to ensure it’s a perfect match. To ease this transition, we can even connect you with a trainer. Don’t wait—Gage is waiting for YOU! Apply to adopt this loving boy through the Buddy App today! 📱❤️