Tika- ready for her happily ever after! Tika is a beautiful Dutch Shepherd mix with a heart of gold and the gentlest soul. Around 2 years old, and just under 50 pounds, Tika is the perfect blend of sweet companion and playful friend. She happily leans into affection from her human pals and loves soaking up pets and attention, but she also enjoys stretching her legs and playing with her four-legged friends. Tika previously lived with other dogs and did wonderfully with them. She has a soft, sensitive nature and can be fearful of loud noises and brooms, so she’s looking for a patient, understanding home where she can continue to build confidence and feel safe. This lovely girl came to us from a sister rescue in Kentucky, where she recently gave birth to 10 adorable puppies. After being such a devoted mama, it’s finally Tika’s turn to be cared for, cherished, and spoiled in a forever home of her own. Tika’s gentle spirit and loving personality make her such a special dog. If you’re looking for a sweet, loyal companion with so much love to give, Tika may just be your perfect match. Visit STAF.org for more information on our adoption process and our adoption application. *** Email adoptadog@STAF.org for next steps! *** • All of our animals are spayed/neutered and current on shots. • We do not do same-day adoptions. You will be asked to return for at least one follow-up visit, then take the dog home for a trial period before officially adopting. • You must be 21 years or older to adopt from STAF. • Due in part to increasing coyote activity/incidents in the area and the difficulty of predicting how a dog will respond to invisible fence training, we can not adopt to homes with invisible fences. • We do request vet and personal references. • We can facilitate adoptions within a 30-mile radius of our Cincinnati-based shelter.