Meet Ellie! 🐾 This adorable 1½-year-old Shepherd/Husky/Sheltie mix is a medium-sized (30lb) beauty with striking black, tan, and white fur and soulful brown eyes. Ellie came into foster care a little underweight but is gaining nicely and otherwise completely healthy. Once she feels comfortable, she blossoms into a happy, playful young dog who loves walks, toys, bones, treats, and being close to her people. She’s smart and food-motivated too - she learned “sit” quickly and is already working on “down” and “off.” Ellie is a top-notch student making great progress on training. In just a couple weeks she’s almost fully housebroken, learning to walk politely on leash, and has even overcome her early fear of the crate (now happily going in, on her own, for treats or a chew). She’s done well meeting other dogs after a slow introduction and has loved every friendly pup she’s met so far (though may need time to get over her initial shyness). Ellie met a cat with simple curiosity, so with proper introductions we think she would co-exist well with the feline contingent. Initially timid with new people, Ellie does best if the person maintains a calm, still demeanor until she feels more comfortable- therefore, we recommend no kids under 10years old - but once she warms up, she is an active, happy dog who loves to play, and will entertain herself with toys and bones (and the occasional bout of mischief). Ellie would do best in a home that will give her time to settle in, continue her training, and ideally provide a kind dog friend or patient humans who let her approach at her own pace. In return, you’ll get a loyal, curious cuddle-bug who’s ready for adventures and lots of love. If you’d like to take this pupper home, please fill out an adoption application at this link – https://animalalliesrescue.org/dog-application. The adoption fee is $350 and covers all expenses needed to prepare dogs like this one for their forever homes. By the time you meet them, they’ve already been spayed/neutered (if age-appropriate) and microchipped. They’ve been checked by a veterinarian and are up to date on necessary vaccinations, including Rabies and DHLPP. They have also been tested for heartworm and tick-borne diseases and have started heartworm and flea preventative medication. Some of our dogs have even undergone extensive medical care to ensure they’re ready for a happy, healthy life with you! 🐶