🌟 Meet Joy, the joyful puppy of your dreams! This irresistible young terrier mix is a product of compassion from the South, where an elderly woman took in her litter as strays, saving them from the severe overpopulation crisis. Now, Joy is thriving in her foster home near Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and she’s ready to bring her sparkle into your life! Joy is not just any puppy; she is a bundle of affection and playfulness! 🥰 Cuddling under warm blankets is one of her favorite pastimes, and she loves nothing more than a good game of chase. Picture this: you, cozied up on the couch with her, while she happily chews on a stick as you sip your coffee. ☕️ And can we talk about peanut butter? It’s her ultimate training treat - it just adds a sprinkle of fun to her learning! This sweet girl adores everyone! She’s delightful with children, gets along famously with other dogs, and shares her space with cats too. Joy is crate trained and on her way to being fully potty-trained, so you can feel confident inviting her into your home. 🌈 While she practices her skills on a leash and learns commands like ‘sit’ and ‘kennel,’ she enjoys play that’s gentle and sweet—perfect for keeping things harmonious! Adopting Joy means being ready for her typical puppy energy. 🐾 Puppies like her require a nurturing adopter willing to invest time in training and socialization! Just a heads up: while she’s making strides in potty-training, don’t expect this adorable bundle of joy to be fully house trained just yet. Early socialization is crucial for her growth, so you’re entering a magical time in her life where every moment counts! Joy will be adopted under a spay contract for an adoption fee of $500 (with $100 reimbursed upon proof of her spay). She is fully up to date on vaccinations, on monthly preventative, dewormed, and microchipped. Joy is ready for a forever home that can match her spirited and loving personality. So, let your heart give a little flutter and think about making Joy a part of your family! ❤️ She’s waiting for you to take the next step and *apply through the Buddy App*! Your furry best friend is just a paw-sitive application away! 🐶✨