Sapphire is a striking 2 year old, 32lb girl who is the perfect blend of gentle soul and playful companion. We think she might be a husky/chi/staffie mix but that's just a guess! She is very petite which is why the chi guess. Sapphire has a low-to-medium energy level and enjoys a balanced lifestyle. She loves her daily walks where she can stop and sniff along the way, and she also enjoys backyard playtime with her dog pals. Recently she discovered the joy of tennis balls and has started playing a very cute game of “keep away.” While she enjoys activity and adventure, Sapphire is equally happy curling up for cozy cuddle sessions with her people. She is a world class snuggler. When meeting new people, Sapphire can be shy and cautious at first, but with a little patience and kindness she blossoms into an incredibly affectionate dog who loves attention, kisses, and being close to her humans. Once she trusts you, her sweet personality really comes out. She is a loyal, gentle girl who forms deep bonds with the people she loves. Sapphire does well with dogs when she has slow/proper introductions and currently lives happily with a canine foster sibling, who she loves. On walks she is calm and polite when passing other dogs. A well-balanced dog pal would be ideal to show her the ropes in her forever home. She is fully potty-trained and crate trained. She loves her crate and often chooses it as her safe, cozy resting spot even when the door is open. At night she is flexible and happy sleeping in her kennel, on a dog bed, or snuggled up on the bed with her humans. Sapphire walks beautifully on leash and stays close by your side. She rides well in the car once she’s inside, though she can be a little hesitant about getting in at first. Loud vacuums are not her favorite, and she will usually retreat to her kennel until the noise passes. She is gentle, affectionate, loyal, playful, and incredibly cuddly. She is still gaining confidence and learning how to fully embrace being a carefree dog. Recently she had her very first zoomies, and her excitement at mealtime is adorable—complete with happy tail wags, little “tip taps” of her paws, and the cutest little bark-howl. Sapphire would thrive in a loving home that offers patience, kindness, and reassurance as she continues building confidence. A friendly dog sibling could help her feel even more secure. She would enjoy a home that balances outdoor walks and adventures with plenty of calm downtime and cuddles. Sapphire is: ~2 years old 32lbs Low to medium energy Lovely with well-balanced dogs with proper introductions Good with kids 6+ Great with people, shy at first Great on leash Potty trained Crate trained *PLEASE NOTE: all of our dogs are fostered in Houston, TX, where our rescue is based. Once an adopter is confirmed, we work with our trusted transport partners and adopters to find a time and pickup place that works for everyone! If you're interested in adopting Sapphire, please head to www.pippyspals.com/adopt and fill out our adoption application. If our team thinks you could be a good fit, our Adoptions Director will email you to set up a Zoom call, the first step in our consideration process.