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6 months- 2 years|Great Pyrenees, Australian Shepherd|Female|Medium|Rockford, IL

♿️ Special needs🐾 Friendly☺️ Gentle🚽 House Trained💂 Protective

Lottie Scroll To

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6 months- 2 years|Great Pyrenees, Australian Shepherd|Female|Medium|Rockford, IL

♿️ Special needs🐾 Friendly☺️ Gentle🚽 House Trained💂 Protective

Lottie is a young, spayed female Great Pyrenees/Australian Shepherd mix with an apricot and white, long coat. She is house trained, up to date on vaccinations, and currently residing in Rockford, IL. Lottie has special needs due to a deformed front paw, but it does not cause her pain and can be surgically corrected.

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Lottie is a 2 1/2-year-old spayed female, likely a Great Pyrenees/Australian Shepherd mix, with a soft apricot and white long coat. She came into care just before Christmas after a rough start in Tennessee, where she was rescued from an abusive situation. Despite this, Lottie shows remarkable sweetness and loyalty to her people. She bonds deeply once trust is earned but can be quite wary of strangers and will alert bark at unfamiliar faces or wildlife passing the window. Lottie needs to be the only pet in her new home—her prey drive makes her incompatible with cats, and she prefers not to be around large dogs. She does better with small dogs at a distance but is most comfortable as the center of attention. Lottie is housebroken and up-to-date on vaccines. She does sometimes jump on people, so she's a better fit for families with older, respectful children. A securely fenced yard is required for her. She has a deformed front paw from an old, untreated injury, but it doesn’t cause her pain. Surgery can correct it, and the rescue will cover that cost as long as it’s done in Madison, WI, so adopters near Rockford or between Rockford and Madison are preferred for ease of transport. Meet-and-greets can be tricky since Lottie is defensive with strangers at first, but she softens up after you get to know her. She’ll thrive in a home where she’s truly a family member, not left outside or treated as a farm dog. If you’re ready for a loyal, gentle soul who just needs a little patience up front, Lottie is waiting. Lets make it official, apply to adopt!

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What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Lottie, being a Great Pyrenees/Australian Shepherd mix, is best suited for a home with a securely fenced yard where she can be an indoor family member rather than a working or farm dog.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Lottie would benefit from a home with a good-sized, securely fenced yard that allows her to stretch her legs and enjoy time outdoors safely.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Lottie can do well with older, gentle children who understand how to interact with dogs respectfully, as she can sometimes jump and may be nervous with fast movements.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Lottie will do best with adopters who have some dog experience, especially with breeds that are wary of strangers and require patience during the adjustment period.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Lottie prefers to be the only dog in the home. She may tolerate small dogs through a fence but is uncomfortable with larger dogs.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Lottie has a strong prey drive and should not live with cats.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Given Lottie's prey drive, she is not a good fit for homes with small animals like rabbits or rodents.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Lottie is wary of strangers and will bark at unfamiliar people or noises. She requires slow introductions and patience to build trust.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Lottie enjoys companionship and will do best in a home where she’s not left alone for long stretches; moderate absences are manageable if her needs are met.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Lottie needs continued socialization and leash training, as she does better on a harness and is still learning how to walk politely.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Lottie is a medium-sized mix, smaller than a typical Great Pyrenees but still sturdy and substantial.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Great Pyrenees and Australian Shepherd mixes like Lottie often live 10 to 12 years with good care and regular vet visits.
How much does this breed typically shed?
With her thick, long coat, Lottie will shed regularly and benefit from routine brushing to keep her comfortable.