Sage

Available

3-7 years|Boxer, Terrier|Female|Medium|Calera, AL

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children

Sage

Available

3-7 years|Boxer, Terrier|Female|Medium|Calera, AL

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children

Sage is a Boxer/Terrier mix living in Calera, AL. She’s an adult female of medium size, easy to spot with her brown chocolate coloring. Sage is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, and fully house trained. She’s known for her well-mannered demeanor and gentle presence around all ages and other pets.

About Sage

Meet Sage, a 3-year-old Boxer/Terrier mix with a wonderfully balanced personality. She's sweet, silly when the mood strikes, and keeps things easygoing around the house. You’ll catch her doing goofy zoomies in a burst of pure happiness, then melting into a mellow, affectionate shadow right at your heels. True to her Velcro dog reputation, Sage thrives on close company—she sticks by her people but doesn't mind sharing the space with other dogs. Well-mannered from the start, Sage is crate and house trained, listens attentively, and handles herself calmly indoors. She has that great medium-to-low energy blend: playful with her toys and eager for a walk, but always ready to wind down and just be near you. Her sunny spirit is obvious, and her foster notes they've never seen her in a bad mood. Sage lives up to the hype as a companion, doing well with kids, cats, and dogs alike. She’s spayed, vaccinated, and looking for a forever home where she can be someone’s loyal sidekick. Click apply to start the adoption process.

Questions about Sage

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Sage, being a Boxer/Terrier mix, generally thrives in environments where she can be close to her people, such as family homes or apartments with plenty of companionship and activity.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Most Boxer/Terrier mixes like Sage do well with a moderate amount of outdoor space, such as a yard or access to regular walks, but they can adapt to smaller spaces if given daily exercise.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Sage’s breed often blends playfulness and patience, making them a great choice for families with children.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Boxer/Terrier mixes like Sage suit both first-time and experienced owners, especially those willing to provide consistent companionship and moderate activity.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Boxer/Terrier mixes often get along well with other dogs, and Sage is described as being very friendly with canine companions.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Many Boxer/Terrier mixes do fine with cats if socialized early, and Sage has shown she is cat-friendly.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Boxer/Terrier types can get along with small animals when introduced properly, though supervision is helpful because of their playful nature.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Sage’s mix is known for being gentle and outgoing, usually greeting strangers with friendliness after a brief warm-up.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Boxer/Terrier mixes like Sage prefer not to be left alone for extended periods; they bond closely and do best with regular human interaction.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Most Boxer/Terrier mixes benefit from basic obedience training and routine guidance. Sage is already house and crate trained, simplifying the adjustment.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Sage is a medium-sized Boxer/Terrier mix, which is typical for this crossbreed.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Boxer/Terrier mixes usually enjoy lifespans of 10 to 14 years with proper care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Boxer/Terrier mixes like Sage typically have short coats and moderate shedding, which is manageable with regular brushing.