🌟 Meet Happy, your next spirited running buddy! This almost 3-year-young mixed breed wonder—possibly a Black Mouth Cur and German Shepherd mix—tips the scales at around 60 pounds of pure love and energy! Happy's journey began as an underweight stray pup in rural Tennessee, where he had a tough start. After 18 long months at the shelter, the great folks at Safe Haven recognized his resilience and brought him to the vibrant city of Chicago to help find him a forever family. Can you imagine this sweet boy's adventure? 🌍❤️ With an athletic build and youthful spirit, Happy is ready to hit the pavement! If you love long walks, invigorating runs, or just some playtime in the yard, he's got you covered. He adores zooming around in a fenced yard—bonus points for a five-foot fence to keep him contained and happy! 🎾💨 Happy is not just a bundle of energy; he's also quite the charming companion. While he loves to romp and play with squeaky balls and Nylabones, he behaves beautifully indoors. He enjoys lounging by your side while you work or chill in front of the TV—snoozing as if he’s dreaming of the next time he gets to run free! 🛋️🐶 Now, let’s talk about his playful enthusiasm! Sometimes, in the heat of his excitement, he can forget his size and get a tad mouthy, so a home with older kids (10+) or teens is the best fit for Happy. He’s fully housebroken and prefers doing his business in a fenced yard; walks are more about sniffing than running! With a gentle tug on the harness, he showcases excellent leash manners. 🚶‍♂️🐾 Though Happy has spent the bulk of his life in a shelter, he yearns for affection and love. He is still building his confidence with new experiences like jumping on couches and navigating stairs—he’s a brave boy who’s recently discovered they aren't so scary after all! If you’re someone who loves helping rescue dogs bloom, then this adorable guy might just be your perfect match. 🌸🤗 Happy’s intelligence shines bright; he knows commands like sit, stay, and come. He's food motivated—fun training sessions await you both as he settles into his new forever home! 😊🍖 Currently, he shares his foster home with two smaller dogs but would truly flourish with a playful canine buddy closer to his size, or he could be your only dog-goal! A home without cats is ideal, especially since he’s quite the squirrel and bunny chaser! 🐿️🐇 Happy is not a fan of crates or being alone for too long and would thrive in a loving home where someone is often around—especially if you work from home. With his fun personality and loyalty, he promises to fill your life with joy, zoomies, and countless snuggle sessions. If your heart is open to rescuing a loving companion who’s ready for adventures, Happy is here waiting for you! ✨💖 **To adopt Happy, apply through the Buddy app today and become part of his journey toward happiness!** **Adoption Information**: Happy’s standard adoption fee is $465, with a cash/check discount bringing it down to $450. This fee covers his spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, fecal testing, flea and tick preventative, and microchipping. To be considered for adoption, the following steps are required: 1. A fully completed application 2. A phone interview 3. A meet-and-greet with everyone in your household Starting the application process doesn’t commit you to adopting, but it opens the door to this beautiful journey of love! Ready to take that step? Apply for Happy through the Buddy app! 💻❤️