Paige is a sweet, loving girl with a big heart and a personality that shines. She's the kind of dog who greets you with excitement every time she sees you. In fact, Paige has her own special way of saying hello - she'll happily "talk" to you with adorable little row-row sounds that are sure to make you smile. Paige loves being around people and is friendly with everyone she meets. If you sit down on the floor, don't be surprised if she quickly climbs right into your lap to soak up some affection. She truly enjoys being close to her people and is happiest when she's getting attention and love. This playful girl has a fun balance of energy. She enjoys walks, playing fetch, toys, and even water, but she also knows how to settle down and relax after playtime. Because she's still a young dog, she benefits from regular activity to help burn off some energy and keep her happy. Paige is leash trained, crate trained, and does well in the car. She doesn't bark excessively, though she does like to "talk" to her people in her own cute way. Her goofy personality, intelligence, and eagerness to please make her a wonderful companion who will easily bond with her family. Paige's story shows just how devoted she is. She was found living under a shed with her litter of puppies, doing everything she could to keep them safe and warm from the freezing weather. Her strength and dedication as a mama say so much about her loving nature. She has done well around other dogs when she is not in protective mom mode, and she is comfortable with children and adults alike. Cats are unknown since she hasn't been introduced to them. With her affectionate personality, playful spirit, and adorable "talking," Paige is sure to bring laughter, love, and companionship to the lucky family who welcomes her home. Paige is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 3/21/2026 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 9am and noon. Please plan for their arrival accordingly as we cannot accommodate pickups outside of this time frame. Since they haven't arrived yet, they are available exclusively through Ruff Start's Foster to Adopt (FTA) Program. Click here to learn more about this program. ---- This pet is currently undergoing treatment for heartworm disease and is available through our Foster-to-Adopt (FTA) program. Activity must be restricted for several weeks during recovery. RSR will cover the full cost of treatment. RSR will provide heartworm preventatives until the retest is due. The adopter will be responsible for scheduling the retest and obtaining any follow-up prescriptions through their veterinarian. Click Here to learn more about heartworm disease.