This sweet and snuggly boy lives up to his name - Shadow Snugglepaws! He'll happily follow you around, sticking close by your side as your loyal companion and snuggling with you every chance he can get. Shadow's FAVORITE place is upside down in your lap or arms. It doesn't matter if you are outside in the yard or on a couch. Shadow loves to be the center of your world, and we believe he deserves it!
Shadow is a 3-year-old, 60-pound Cur and German Shepherd mix with a HUGE smile and a tail that never stops wagging! He is a rescue dog and with any rescue, it's always a mystery and we cannot guarantee breed or age. We can promise you that by adopting Shadow, you will never go a day without smiling and receiving those famous snuggles Shadow loves to give. Belly rubs too, he loves a good belly rub!
See sweet boy Shadow here:
https://youtu.be/xIY1bItIHM4?si=kF8p8rVabyIUkcUq
Shadow's love for people extends to kids too. He is ever so friendly, and cuddly with kids of all ages starting as young as 4 years old and was so gentle! He doesn't knock them down, jump all over them, push them around and takes treats gently too. You will however just might catch him flipping right over for those belly rubs he loves so much. We know Shadow would make a great family dog, just save a couch cushion of him to snuggle in too. Shadow is very tolerant as well. You can dress him put in costumes, pick him up, mess with his ears, touch him all over and he loves it. Any affection is good affection in his book.
He's also a social butterfly who gets along great with other dogs, making friends wherever he goes. He loves to play and is a vocal player especially with a pup that he loves and can match his play style. He loves to tumble, wrestle, bounce around, and have a good time. Another great thing about Shadow is that he doesn't get jealous when other dogs are getting affection and he's not. He is happy to share the love! He is also great around dogs that aren't interested in playing, he'll just hang out and enjoy the company. Shadow is dog friendly and does best around dogs his size, but he really just prefers people and we think Shadow would do fine in a home with or without dogs. He most of all just wants to be by your side or making you laugh. He’ll sit right next to you, looking up with the sweetest smile as if you’re the best thing he's ever seen. He’s ready to be your new shadow, offering endless love, snuggles, and companionship. We also believe he would be best in a home with no cats.
He has charmed everyone with his friendly demeanor and has shown himself to be potty trained, making him the perfect housemate. If you are a person that has to travel into the office for work, Shadow does well in his crate with bone to chew on just patiently waiting for you to come home. He isn't a big barker unless he sees you and just wants to come out and snuggle. We think Shadow would do well in a home that was busy or a home that has a lot of visitors since he is such a happy greeter to all people. Shadow would either love to be in a home with a family with kids or even a single person, that loves to take their dog places with them. He does great in public and even when to an event called run club in Downtown Houston where there are hundreds of people and he had the time of his life. Shadow isn't a marathon runner by any means but he can keep up the pace if that's what you want him to do. He mostly enjoyed being able to greet everyone there. He was all tail wags and smiles with every single person he met. He loved getting all the attention and all of the love and pets he received. Not a runner and want to take him to coffee shops or places to just hangout with friends on the patio, Shadow is the perfect companion to take to places like that as well. He is a well mannered gentleman that's just happy to tag along with you. He is easy to talk on a leash, making it that much more enjoyable when you take him places. Shadow's ideal home would be a in a home with a back yard because he loves to be outside soaking in sun on those beautiful days and would love a place where he can get the occasional zoomies and a place where he can play fetch as well. Another bonus that makes Shadow even more special, is how smart he is! This boy knows how to play fetch, knows basic commands sit as sit, and is very treat motivated and eager to please! So any future additional training you want to do with him, he'll be eager to learn. He's confident too and will even go down play ground slides with you! He is a loyal guy and so trusting of people that he will do just about anything you ask him to do.
If you're looking for a loyal, loving dog to be your next best friend, Shadow is the one. He’s ready to find a forever home where he can share his big heart and sweet smile with his new family. Adopt Shadow, and you’ll gain a faithful companion who will brighten your days for years to come! We are willing to test Shadow with anything you need us to in order to ensure it’s the perfect match for you! We can make anything happen! Just let us know.
Application link:
https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/66c770e58ad80f9f720ac706
Please email Jessicak@threelittlepittiesrescue.org with any questions.
Available for adoption to anywhere in the US. We transport near or into NV, MT, CO,UT, ID, OR, WA, Canada, and now the East Coast! Our PNW dogs are brought to you in style by a beautiful USDA licensed vehicle, equipped with air conditioning for comfort, two drivers, and onboard attendant(s) providing 24 hour care. Pick up day is unforgettable! You will get to follow along on their journey through a private FB Event page, where you will see photos, have the opportunity to connect with other adopters, and receive updates and constant communication along the way. We can help to find the closest transport pick up location to you!
The adoption fee is $750 and includes all vetting per our veterinarian: DAPP (2 to 4 depending on age and time in the program), Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter surgery, flea prevention, we inject or give 2-6 months of heartworm preventative, heartworm testing and heartworm treatment if applicable, extended medical such as dentals, eye surgeries, and orthopedic surgeries prior to adoption when suggested by our partner vets, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar for dogs over 4 months old, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and many priceless years of love and loyal companionship!
*WE ARE TOLD THAT WE GO ABOVE AND BEYOND MEDICALLY. This is the feedback we tend to get, although we cannot guarantee perfect health.
*To fully vet a dog in the PNW at many vets it would be upwards of $1,800 just to fix, vaccinate, chip, etc. The adoption fees charged by our rescue do not cover our expenses medically for each animal, but we offset costs with donations. Your adoption fee is considered a donation towards actual costs.
Why adopt from Three Little Pitties?
The stray and animal overpopulation in the Greater Houston area is the highest in the nation. Statistics show that there are over 1 million homeless animals in this region alone. Three Little Pitties Rescue is a nonprofit dog and cat rescue that partners with the community to make a difference. Our mission is to reduce the homeless pet population through community outreach, free spay and neuter services, and saving all breeds of dogs and cats from the streets or animal shelters that oftentimes have no other option but to euthanize animals for space. This dog you’ve found online is lucky to be in our program, and even luckier to have you notice it!
Three Little Pitties wants to set you and your new pet up for success! We know our dogs and we work hard to prepare them socially for adoption. We are a network of dedicated people who are heavily invested in seeing our animals thrive. From the moment they are accepted into our program, our Intake, Behavior & Medical teams prepare them for adoption by properly vetting, behaviorally assessing, and providing customized plans depending on the dog’s needs. We provide weekly socialization programs for our dogs through playgroups and group leash training classes available to all dogs in our adoption program, and Doggy Sleepover, Doggy Day Out, and Ambassador programs for our boarding dogs. There is a professional dog trainer on staff to provide support for our fosters and dogs, and an off-site dog trainer for dogs that need more extensive behavior modification. This helps us learn deeply about every dog, prepare them for adoption, and ultimately match them with loving families. We seek to adopt to families who understand that these are rescue dogs and will require continued training efforts, but will be well on their way to being the best dogs that they can be!
It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these special perks:
• A free private online dog training session with GoodPup plus low pricing for future sessions (approx $25 weekly for an 8 week course of one session per week)
• One free bonus toy in every BarkBox when signing up for their Super Chewer subscription plan
• 25% off of your first order of Fetch, a PNW based, organic fresh dog food loaf meal subscription plan
• Coupons for a fun visit to Petco
• Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup!
We celebrated our 5 year anniversary this year! Through the combined efforts of all of our hardworking staff and volunteers, we have placed over 12,000 very lucky dogs and cats into amazing homes! By adopting from us, you save TWO lives! The pet you adopt, and you create an opportunity for another animal to be saved in that spot. Together, we can be heroes.
Follow our rescue journey through the links below!
https://www.threelittlepittiesrescue.org/ https://www.facebook.com/threelittlepittiesrescue https://www.instagram.com/threelittlepittiesrescue
*Due to the rising cost of fuel and transportation expenses, there will be an additional $62 surcharge for transport.
DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed unless DNA test results or AKC registration were provided at intake.
NOTE: Texas adopters must pick up in Houston area
