🌟 Meet the beautiful Sage! This stunning girl is on a journey of love and transformation, and she’s ready to find her forever home! 🏡 Sage came into the rescue's care on Thanksgiving Day, a day meant for giving thanks, but for her, it was a day of new beginnings. She once lived in a less-than-ideal situation, and now she’s experiencing what it's like to be cared for, cherished, and adored. ✨ Sage's backstory is a mix of bravery and resilience. It’s believed she may have had puppies before arriving in rescue, and her past remains a mystery. But one thing is certain—she's ready to embrace the future! After a brief time with another rescue, Sage returned home to the loving arms of her current foster family, where she received the proper attention she truly deserves. 💖 However, change can be tough. As Sage began to form close bonds with her foster caregivers, she developed a bit of separation anxiety. It’s only natural to want to guard the person who's finally showing her love! But with consistent care and love, she has been making tremendous progress, learning to trust her surroundings and humans. 🔑 Sage thrives on routine, and anyone considering welcoming this beauty into their family must be ready for her strong personality. She’s a heeler, a breed known for being loyal, energetic, and smart! 🌈 But with that loyalty comes the need for clear boundaries and a confident leader who can guide her. 🚶‍♀️ Imagine starting each day with a refreshing walk at dawn—it starts Sage’s day just right! With playful afternoons filled with fetch, climbing, and tugging, she’s in her element. The joy radiates from her as she happily plays and barks at her favorite toy! But make sure that playtime is followed by calmness—a quick stroll after play helps her wind down like a pro! 🐾 ❤️ Sage adores her people and loves keeping them close. After a day of fun, she enjoys snuggling on the couch, soaking up every moment of togetherness. As active as she is, she still enjoys her quiet time, needing a safe space to call her own. 🛌 Sage has a bit of a complex when it comes to crates—she doesn’t wish to be confined, preferring to roam free. But when encouraged, she settles in and sleeps through the night. Golden rule alert: in her ideal home, she would have more freedom and less crating time while having an understanding companion who gets her quirks! 🌟 With her playful spirit and deep devotion, Sage has everything to offer the right family. She needs someone who appreciates her loyalty, understands her energetic needs, and is ready to give her the structure she craves. If you feel an instant connection with Sage and are prepared to offer her that loving, structured home she needs, take that vital first step and *apply through the Buddy App*! 💌 Sage can’t wait to meet her forever family!