On April 6th, we said “yes” to a momma dog and her eight puppies, who, along with their previous owner, were facing eviction. That day, Lucy and her three-week-old “Lights” began their journey toward forever homes with us. By 10 weeks old, all of her puppies had headed north to join amazing families. Now, after two months of love, care, and vetting, it’s Lucy’s turn to find a home of her own.
Lucy is between two and a half and three years old and has consistently weighed in at a healthy, athletic 50 pounds. She adores the other dogs in her foster home but is not a fan of cats, so we’re looking specifically for a cat-free home.
As a mom, Lucy was exceptional. She was protective, intuitive, kind, and deeply connected to her puppies. It was a joy to watch her teach, play with, and gently discipline her growing litter. Her maternal instincts extend to her humans, too. She’s a deeply empathetic dog who is always tuned in to the mood around her.
She enjoys zooming around the yard and has picked out a few equally spirited friends to wrestle with. Afterward, she’ll happily soak in the doggy pool or head inside for a well-earned nap.
Lucy is smart and responsive. She learns quickly, takes correction seriously, and adapted to crate training like a pro. She's never been destructive when left alone, and she has a quirky habit of collecting all the toys and stashing them in her crate. When her pups were still with her, she would gather the toys into a corner to keep them out of reach.
With strangers, Lucy is cautious but not unfriendly. She prefers to observe before offering her trust, and we respect that. Her ideal family will give her space to warm up at her own pace and will handle new introductions with care and patience.
Lucy is a White Shepherd and Labrador Retriever mix, and she embodies the best of both breeds. Her adorably mismatched ears, one up and one down, soften her serious shepherd face, but make no mistake—her working-dog drive is intact. Squirrels beware.
She would thrive in a home with a yard to run in and children over six, as toddlers might be a little overwhelming for her. Lucy does best when someone is home more often than not and enjoys staying active. She can be a couch potato, but only after she gets her outdoor exercise.
Lucy is fully vetted, microchipped, house trained, leash trained, and has received a ProHeart 12 shot to cover her heartworm prevention for the year. She is ready for her next chapter, and we can’t wait to see her find the home she deserves.
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