Willow

Belgian Malinois / German Shepherd mix · 34 lbs · 11 months · Fully grown

Willow is the dog people spend years looking for.

She is kind, gentle, wicked smart and completely devoted. She is already trained — sit, down, wait, recall — and so eager to learn more that training her feels like a gift. She sleeps through the night in her own bed without a sound. She is calm in the house, great on a leash, and by the end of the day she wants nothing more than to curl up next to you on the couch with one of her fluffy toys. She will cuddle you like it's her job.

She is fully vaccinated, spayed, fully grown and has a clean bill of health. At 34 lbs she is a petite, perfectly sized dog with a massive heart.

She is wonderful with all dogs regardless of size — her foster home has multiple chihuahuas and she loves every one of them. No aggression, no dominance, just a sweet dog who gets along with everyone she meets.

She does best in a home without children under 10 simply because she still has some puppy bounce in her play. For a family with older kids or experienced dog owners she would be absolutely exceptional.

Willow needs daily long walks and mental stimulation — puzzles, games, training — because that brain of hers needs a workout. Give her that and she will give you everything she has.

And she will bond hard. She is loyal, loving and looking for her person. Whoever gets this girl is incredibly lucky and they will know it every single day.