Soft Eyes. Gentle Energy. Smokey is a young mixed-breed girl with a beautiful black coat, soft soulful eyes, and a calm, easy presence that makes you relax the moment you meet her. At around 35 pounds, she’s that perfect in-between size — big enough for adventures, gentle enough to melt quietly into your daily life. Smokey has a naturally sweet, easygoing personality. She loves to play and run with her siblings, but she’s not chaotic or overwhelming — she’s the kind of dog who joins in, has fun, and then happily settles when things slow down. There’s a quiet steadiness about her that makes her feel older than she is. She greets new people with confidence and warmth, and her social nature shines almost immediately. Smokey is comfortable being handled, loves attention, and adapts easily to new environments. She has a calm curiosity about the world — observant, friendly, and ready to be part of whatever’s happening around her. Growing up surrounded by other dogs has made Smokey incredibly social. She loves canine companionship, plays beautifully with others, and reads dog energy well. She’s submissive and easygoing, happy to follow the flow, and would thrive in a home with another friendly dog — though she’s adaptable enough to do well as an only pup too. Smokey is still learning the basics and will need guidance with leash skills, and crate experience, but she’s very eager to please and responds well to gentle correction. She’s the kind of dog who wants to do the right thing — she just needs someone to show her how. Her energy level sits comfortably in the moderate range. She enjoys playtime and daily activity, but she’s equally happy relaxing after a short walk or backyard time. Smokey isn’t high-maintenance — just a sweet, well-balanced girl looking for a safe place to belong. If you’re searching for a calm, loving companion with a gentle soul and a heart ready to bond deeply, Smokey is ready to find her forever family. +++++++ ADOPTION APPLICATION: https://petsave.formstack.com/forms/petsave_adoption_application +++++++ Smokey is currently being fostered in Texas and will be transported to her forever home by our rescue. We have transports departing each week. +++++++ The Truth About Rescue: Every rescue pup is a work in progress — and that’s the beauty of it. None of them come wrapped in a bow, ready-made or mistake-free. They come with stories, quirks, and hearts that have seen a lot but still choose to trust again. Adoption isn’t about perfection; it’s about presence. Showing up for them, every day, until they know they’re finally home. That’s when you’ll see them bloom — confident, connected, and deeply loved. And somewhere along the way, you’ll realize they were never the only one being rescued. +++++++ Once we have received your application, we will review it and reach out to set up an interview with one of our volunteers. If you have additional questions, please email us at SaintMuttsInquiries@gmail.com Note: As with all of our rescues, we recommend homes with children 10 years and over to ensure the best fit for both the pets and families involved. Check out all of our adoptable pups and learn more about our rescue on our website: www.stmuttsrescue.com