Meet Espresso — a 3 month old, 18 lb Lab/Shepherd mix with a heart as warm and sweet as her name! Quick Facts: Name: Espresso (“Essy”) Breed: Labrador/Shepherd Mix Age: 3 months old Weight: 18 lbs. House-Trained: Almost there! Crate-Trained: Yes Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Yes Good with Kids: Yes (best with school-aged kids) Energy Level: Medium Fence Required: No About Espresso’s Breed: Our best guess is that Espresso is a Labrador/Shepherd mixed breed. Labrador/Shepherd mixes tend to be bright, loyal, and eager to please dogs who blend the best traits of two highly intelligent working breeds. They’re typically affectionate, people oriented, and quick learners, making them wonderful companions for families who enjoy an active, engaged lifestyle. These mixes often have a playful, curious nature and thrive when given structure, training, and plenty of opportunities to use their minds and bodies. Their ideal home is one that offers regular exercise, positive training, and lots of interaction with their humans. They do well in families who enjoy outdoor activities, appreciate a smart dog who loves to learn, and can provide the consistency young, energetic pups need to grow into well mannered adults. What to Love about Espresso: Affectionately called Essy by her foster mom, she’s an easy puppy who loves being with her people and fits beautifully into a home with other pets. Essy is smart, gentle, and eager to please — she already knows how to sit for meals and even goes potty on command! She sleeps through the night (with an early morning potty break, as expected for her age) and is blossoming into a confident, happy, loving little girl. Essy has medium puppy energy without being overly hyper. She enjoys neighborhood walks, does wonderfully on a leash, and loves meeting absolutely everyone — including kids, especially school aged ones who understand puppy play. She lives with dogs and a cat in her foster home and is wonderful with all of them, making her a great fit for a multi pet household or as a solo pup soaking up all the love! She’s working on her potty training, sleeps well, and is crate trained, though she’s still working on her confidence when left alone for long stretches. Espresso’s Exceptional Highlights: • 3 month old, 18 lb Lab/Shepherd mix with a gentle, blossoming personality • Very sweet, people oriented puppy who loves cuddles and being close • Great with other dogs and cats; would thrive with a dog friend or as a solo pup • Smart and eager to please — already sits for meals and goes potty on command • Crate trained and sleeps through most of the night • Working on potty training and improving every day • Medium puppy energy without being overly hyper; loves walks and is great on a leash • Wonderful with kids (best with school aged due to puppy mouthiness) • Adaptable, affectionate, and growing more confident every day • A loving little snuggle bug with the cutest face and the biggest heart If you’re looking for a sweet, cuddly, smart little pup with the cutest face and the biggest heart, Espresso is ready to bring joy, warmth, and puppy love into your home! Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!