📌 PLEASE READ FIRST Lael is currently in South Korea and will fly to the U.S. once matched with a suitable family. To be considered, a complete written adoption application must be submitted first. All approved adopters will begin with a two-week trial and monitoring period, during which our team stays closely involved to help ensure a good match and that Lael’s needs, safety, and well-being are fully supported in her new home. 📝 Apply to Adopt https://forms.gle/UmpfbgmydH7igSdN7 📸 More Photos & Videos (Google Album) https://photos.app.goo.gl/R3aekSHvqChZEj246 💛 Adoption Fee: $650 Includes spay surgery, vaccinations, microchip, veterinary exam, health certificate, and international transport. Lael is a 2-year-old spayed female, about 5.7 kg (~12.5 lbs), with a moderate energy level and a very people-oriented personality. She was rescued from Hongseong municipal shelter after giving birth and being left behind. As a result, she has slightly more pronounced nipples, which is normal for dogs who have previously had puppies. ✨ Quick Facts • Age: 2 years • Sex: Spayed Female • Weight: 5.7 kg (~12.5 lbs) • Energy Level: Moderate (loves walks and outdoor time) • Preventatives: NexGard Spectra given 4/13 • No known allergies (extensively tested across multiple proteins) 🌿 Personality • Extremely friendly and affectionate with people — no stranger shyness • Often approaches first for attention and enjoys being petted and held • Loves staying close, sitting next to or on her person • Gentle, calm, and emotionally attached • Strong human bond — prefers people over dogs 👨‍👩‍👧 With People & Children • Loves both men and women equally • Friendly and trusting even with new people • With children: does well with calm interactions • May feel overwhelmed by loud or fast-moving children but will avoid rather than react 🐶 With Other Dogs • Gets along with small and medium dogs • May initiate gentle play once familiar • Can be timid if approached too quickly • Shows mild jealousy when attention is given to other dogs but does not act aggressively • Prefers calm or low-energy companions 🐱 With Cats • May attempt to chase initially, but responds well to correction 🏠 Home Behavior • Very attached to her person and prefers to stay close • Rests quietly when alone (especially if another dog is present) • If completely alone, may bark briefly but settles quickly • No destructive behavior aside from occasionally carrying shoes without chewing 🚽 Potty Habits • 100% outdoor potty when taken out 2+ times daily • May have accidents if not given sufficient outdoor access 🚶 Exercise & Walks • Loves walks and gets excited when it’s time to go out • Typical routine: short morning walk (~10 min) + longer evening walk (~1.5 hours) • Prefers slow-paced walks with sniffing and observing surroundings • May pull slightly but manageable • Can startle at loud vehicles but recovers quickly 🚗 Car Rides • Very calm and stable in the car • No motion sickness • Stays in place until released 📦 Crate • Occasionally uses crate voluntarily • Prefers being near people 🛁 Grooming & Handling • Tolerates handling well • No aggression during care • Bathing exposure limited but manageable 🧸 Play Style • Enjoys soft squeaky fabric toys • Prefers people interaction and calm outdoor time over high-energy play 🛟 What She Needs • A home where someone is present most of the time • Strong human companionship • Daily walks and outdoor enrichment • Calm, predictable environment • Ideally an only dog or calm, low-energy companion • Adopters mindful of her small size and joint safety (avoid jumping from heights) 💬 The Reality Lael is gentle, adaptable, and easygoing, but she is highly people-focused and may struggle with long periods of isolation. Her emotional well-being depends on companionship and routine. 💛 Why Lael Lael is a deeply affectionate, intuitive companion who bonds quickly and stays close. She brings a quiet, steady presence and will naturally become your shadow — happiest simply being by your side.