Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
In a rescue full of stubborn, independent, and slightly judgy white Pyrebears… be a Shadowfax. The one dog who actually wants to listen to you. Noble? Yes. Loyal? Absolutely. Always there when you need him? Of course—and also when you don’t, because personal space is a myth. He barely barks (gasp!), doesn’t pretend he can’t hear you, and will cuddle you so aggressively that you may start to question if you adopted a dog or a weighted blanket with legs. A fluffy butt without the Pyr-itude? We don’t know how it happened either, but here he is.
Shadowfax is a 1-year-old, 51lb male Collie mix, which means somewhere along the way, a Rough Collie and a Border Collie looked at each other and thought, "You know what would be fun?"—and now we have this glorious, nose-forward masterpiece of a dog. He’s got the long snout of a Rough Collie, the markings of a Border Collie, and the personal space awareness of neither. Shadow is everything you could ever want—if what you want is a dog-shaped shadow that will be with you ALL. THE. TIME. Bedhead? He’s there. Haven’t showered in a week? He doesn’t judge. Chores? He’ll supervise. Trying to relax? Cute, but no. Going somewhere? Where are we going, because he’s obviously coming too. Personal space is just a human construct, and Shadowfax refuses to acknowledge it. Unlike a certain breed that shall remain nameless (cough Pyrs cough), Shadow doesn’t believe in aloofness or giving strangers the stink eye. No, this social butterfly is more likely to waltz off with a new best friend before even considering barking at them. He’s also dog and cat-approved, and while he hasn’t been around kids, he’d probably be fine—as long as they don’t mistake him for a jungle gym. Bottom line? If you’ve been longing for a shadow that follows you everywhere but is way more affectionate (and has fur), congratulations, you just found your dog.
Shadow’s energy level falls somewhere between a particularly unmotivated sloth and a caffeinated golden retriever who just heard the word “park.” He’s about a 6/10 on the energy scale—enough pep to keep life interesting, but not so much that you’ll be regretting your life choices. In the car? He’s a model passenger. He’ll either stare dramatically out the window like he’s contemplating the meaning of life or just flop down and take a nap. On a leash? Well, let’s just say he participates—he’s zigzagging like a Roomba with a bad sensor, but at least he’s not dragging you down the street. He hasn't quite grasped that the leash means “walking,” but he’s happy to be out and about, so we’ll call it a win.Shadow is a certified Social Butterfly™ who adores other dogs, enjoys toys, and—most importantly—believes your couch exists solely for cuddling. He’d love to go on adventures, but he’s also perfectly content gluing himself to your side for unlimited snuggles. However, if you think you can just leash-walk this guy and call it a day, think again. He needs a securely fenced yard where he can zoom, sniff, and burn off his energy in a safe space. Otherwise, you might find yourself as his primary playground, and let’s be honest—you don’t have the stamina for that.
Shadowfax is, in short, the least problematic dog you’ll ever meet. He’s potty trained, doesn’t chew things he shouldn’t, has no interest in counter surfing or dumpster diving, and—get this—he doesn’t even bark much. Frankly, we’re not sure he’s a real dog. Maybe he’s an advanced AI experiment in canine form, designed to infiltrate homes and make people question why they ever put up with “normal” dogs. He’s never been kenneled, and honestly, why would he? Shadowfax is a free-range kind of guy, roaming the house with the quiet confidence of someone who knows he belongs. At night, he continues his free-range lifestyle, presumably selecting the most comfortable spot available, because he knows his worth. The couch? Oh, he’s a fan. He’s not one of those dogs who hesitates or waits for an invitation—no, Shadowfax fully embraces his role as an elite-level couch potato, curling up for endless cuddles like he was born for this life. And while many dogs take it upon themselves to alert you to every falling leaf, passing car, and possibly even ghostly apparitions, Shadowfax does not concern himself with such nonsense. He’s not a full-time neighborhood watch officer, nor does he feel the need to narrate the day’s events. He is a dignified creature of quiet observation—unless, of course, cuddles are on the table, in which case, all bets are off. When you leave the house, he doesn’t panic, destroy furniture, or rearrange your decor in protest. He just chills, hanging out with the other dogs like a perfectly reasonable housemate. So if you were hoping for chaos, destruction, or even a little bit of mild drama, I regret to inform you that Shadowfax is simply too good for that.
If you’ve made it this far and haven’t already started filling out an adoption application, I can only assume you enjoy making terrible life choices. Shadowfax is basically the perfect dog—cuddly, polite, drama-free, and an all-around good boy. If you pass him up, you might as well start preparing yourself for a lifetime of regret. So, here’s what you do: fill out that adoption application (seriously, do it now) at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app, and we’ll send it off to his foster family for review. If they approve you (and let’s be honest, Shadowfax deserves only the best), you’ll need to make the oh-so-difficult journey to Kiowa, Oklahoma to pick up your new best friend. Shadowfax will be waiting—probably lounging on a couch, radiating pure excellence—ready to change your life forever. Don’t keep him waiting.
