Lucy is a beautiful 2-year-old, 50-pound Australian Shepherd with a brown-and-white coat, a sharp mind, and an incredibly affectionate personality. She is a world-class cuddler who loves starting every morning with snuggles. When you come home, she wants you to know how much she missed you! Lucy is also quite the conversationalist. Ask her to “speak,” and she’ll start with a little whisper before gradually getting louder. Lucy is smart, knows several commands—including sit, stay, down, shake, and go to your crate—and has completed training at PetSmart. She enjoys spending time in the yard, uses a doggy door, and does well when left home alone. She adores the 9-year-old child in her current family and generally tolerates other children, although loud yelling and running can make her uncomfortable. She may bark when someone arrives but eventually settles down. Lucy needs to be the only dog in her home. Her family reports that she has never attacked people or cats, and she currently lives with cats, chasing them at times without showing aggression. However, because of her history, any placement with cats would need careful consideration and safe management. A home without other dogs, with an adopter who understands her needs and can provide appropriate supervision, is essential. Lucy is afraid of fireworks and nail filing, and she has itchy paws when she eats chicken, so a chicken-free diet is important. Despite these sensitivities, she has so much love to give to the right person. Lucy’s family wants to find her a safe, loving home where she can be cherished while also keeping other animals safe. For someone looking for a devoted, clever, cuddly companion and who can commit to having her as their only dog, Lucy could be a wonderful addition to the family. If you’re interested, go to **Diggs4Dogs.com** and fill out an application.