Sassafras

Available

3 months old|Great Pyrenees, Pit Bull Terrier|Female|Large|Frisco, TX

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children🐕 Dog Friendly

Sassafras

Available

3 months old|Great Pyrenees, Pit Bull Terrier|Female|Large|Frisco, TX

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children🐕 Dog Friendly

Sassafras is a 12-week-old female mixed-breed puppy with a large size. She primarily has a white and cream coat. Sassafras is house trained, altered, and vaccinated. Located in Frisco, TX, she is lively and weighs 21.6 lbs. This active pup is waiting for her forever home.

About Sassafras

Sassafras is a lively 12-week-old puppy weighing in at 21.6 lbs. After treating a skin infection with antibiotics and special baths, she’s healthy and ready to join a forever family. Her DNA results reveal quite a mix, prominently featuring Great Pyrenees, American Pit Bull Terrier, Chow Chow, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Eager to play, Sassafras gets along wonderfully with her canine foster siblings and would thrive in an active household, ideally with another playful dog or children to engage with. She's making great strides in crate training and potty training. If you're looking for a joyful addition to your family and think Sassafras might be the one, please apply today! Keep in mind, she can't go to apartment settings as she needs space to explore. Families must also live within an hour of the DFW Metroplex for home checks. Let's find Sassafras the loving family she deserves!

Questions about Sassafras

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Sassafras, as a mixed breed with a significant Great Pyrenees influence, is best suited for a home with ample outdoor space to play and explore, so apartment living may not be ideal.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Given her mix, Sassafras would benefit from a yard or nearby access to parks where she can run and play.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Yes, Sassafras is great with children and would make a playful companion in a family setting.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Sassafras can be suitable for first-time owners, especially those who are prepared for the energy of a young puppy.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Yes, Sassafras enjoys the company of other dogs and currently plays well with her foster siblings.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Yes, she is known to get along with cats as well.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
While there are no specific mentions of small animals, her friendly nature suggests she could adapt well with proper introductions.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Sassafras tends to be friendly and sociable with strangers, reflecting her playful and affectionate nature.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
As a young puppy, Sassafras would generally be best left alone for shorter periods while she is still in training.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Sassafras is making good progress with her training, but regular obedience training will help her develop into a well-mannered adult.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Sassafras is classified as a large breed dog, reflecting her Great Pyrenees lineage.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Mixed breeds like Sassafras generally have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years, depending on their health and care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
As a mixed breed with potential for a thicker coat, Sassafras may shed moderately, so regular grooming will help manage her coat.