🐶 Basics ● Dog’s Name: Steve ● Age / Size: 15lbs, 2-5 yrs old ● Rescued in Texas 💙 Foster Note He snorts when he walks! Steve just wants to sit on your lap whenever possible. Just fit right in with the rest of my pack and the office! Noise: unbothered by honking cars, other dogs, cats, squirrels, crowds, vacuum — none of it really fazed him. Did get scared around screaming children and people. Leash - walks great on leash, too, which honestly just makes everything easier. He's not food-motivated either, so walks are calm and focused, but he's eager to please and picks things up quickly. Barking - he doesn’t bark. Doorbells, knocks, street noise — nothing. Apartment, house, busy street — Steve just rolls with it, he'll fit in anywhere! New environment - he settled into a new home faster than I’d expected. Learns his routine quickly, figures out his space, and just... fits. No drama, no chaos — just a sweet, easygoing dog. Took a couple of tries to figure out that elevators, stairs, and hallways without a rug were not scary, but now he is a pro. No issues. No issues with cats, doesn’t chase, and doesn’t care. Good with other dogs during walks - no leash aggression. Not nosy or eager with other dogs. Aggressive behavior - none. Bathed him on day 1 - didn’t like the water, but zero aggression. No issues with touch - toes, paws, body, etc. No guarding issues with toys or food. Takes treats gently. Steve would probably do best with older kids and a relatively calm household. A few excited kids wanted to chase him, and he was scared. He loves to be cozy and warm and just wants to be on my lap. Took him to the office and he did really well as if he was always there. Greeted everyone, no accidents, and sitting on people’s laps. Steve has been a dream so far, and it's only been 3 days! 💛 Personality Snapshot ● Describe in 3–5 words: super friendly, walks well on leash, house trained + well behaved ● Energy level (Low / Moderate / High): low/moderate ● More people‑oriented or independent? People oriented ● How do they handle new situations? Steve is relatively chill — honking cars, rowdy dogs, sneaky cats, bushy-tailed squirrels, and bustling crowds - v little reaction. Excited at the chance to collect pets from strangers. He also walks like a total pro on leash and completely housetrained as long as there are regular walks. 🐕 Social & Home Life ● How are they with people (adults/kids/new people)? Great with adults and new people, but scared of screaming kids. ● How are they with other dogs? Great - doesn’t bother him either way. ● Cats or other animals (if known)? No bother! ● Behavior when left alone or when guests visit: Totally fine - no bother, happy to take naps and chill on his own. Very independent. 🎓 Training & Manners ● Potty trained? Probably ● Crate trained? N/A ● Leash skills: Great! Walks alongside. ● Commands known (if any): N/A 🌞 Daily Life ● Typical day with you: A 7 am walk and breakfast to kick things off, then it's off to the office for the day with potty walks sprinkled in. He wraps up the evening with dinner, some hangout time, and a final 10 pm potty walk before bed. ● Exercise needs: A few long and/or shorter walks throughout the day. ● Favorite activities or toys: cuddles and sitting on your lap! 🌱 Growth Areas ● Anything they’re still working on? I believe Steve is potty trained, but no accidents so far with regular walks. morning , mid day, evening and final walk before bed. No accidents in the office. He does get a bit scared with v loud noises but that's normal ● What helps them succeed? Regular walks to make sure Steve can potty regularly and reassurance when he does get a bit unsure. 🏡 Ideal Home ● Only dog / With dog / Either: Either ● Good fit for apartment living? Yes ● Best type of household (active, moderate, calm): moderate or calm ● What kind of adopter would be the best match? Someone who loves walks and cuddles. Steve is so easy to please! INTERESTED IN ADOPTING? To adopt Steve, apply on our website www.truenorthrescue.org/adopt and email adopt.truenorthrescue@gmail.com to follow up on your application. PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL TO ASK IF HE/SHE IS AVAILABLE. IF THIS LISTING IS UP, THE DOG IS NOT ADOPTED YET. Also, we have a very high volume of applications and we are all volunteers. We cannot respond to every application personally. Please make sure your application gives us a good picture of your family and the life you plan on providing a dog from our rescue. We choose a home based on the BEST FIT for EACH dog and approve on a dog by dog basis. Thank you!