Meet the wonderful Hazel, a big-eared cutie with a heart as big as her dreams! 🌟 This beautiful Shepherd/Lab mix is a 2-year-old nugget of love, weighing in at approximately 36 pounds. She’s a spirited girl who is ready to embark on life's journey with her forever human(s). Hazel is currently residing in a shelter in South Carolina and is desperately seeking a foster or permanent home in the DC area. This adorable dog is not just looking for any home—she's out to find a family to call her own, where she can enjoy sniffy walks and dream up countless adventures. 🚶‍♀️💭 Now, let’s talk about her remarkable resilience! Hazel may have tested positive for heartworms, which, let’s be real, sounds scarier than it is. Heartworms are not contagious to humans or other pets, and thanks to the fabulous treatment available for her, she’s on her way to a happy life filled with wagging tails and joyous barks! After treatment, she just needs to keep calm for about 4-6 weeks, and then she’ll be ready to get back to her active, playful self! Isn’t it incredible how you can help this Lucky Dog turn over a new leaf? 🐾💕 Upon finding her forever family, Hazel hopes to attend dog school where she can show off how smart and eager to learn she is! 📚✨ She’ll cherish every belly rub and cuddle after a day spent on adventures, and she dreams of sinking into a cozy dog bed filled with love. Current Butler-In-Charge of Hazel’s adventures can’t wait to share more about this fantastic pup in the near future—stay tuned! But don’t worry, while they gather their thoughts, you can take the first step toward welcoming Hazel into your home. Lucky Dog Animal Rescue strives to provide the best for furry friends like Hazel, but it’s important to note that Hazel is still working on her crate training and cannot be guaranteed to be housebroken just yet. If you feel that connection, you can apply to adopt beautiful Hazel right away through the Buddy App! Remember, she’s a Lucky Dog on the road to recovery and is eager to give and receive all the love and cuddles. ❤️✨ Apply through the Buddy App today and let this sweet girl become the sunshine in your life!