Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
Meet Helles (pronounced L-us) Named after the classic German-style Helles lager—known for being bright, light, and beautifully smooth—this girl lives up to her name in both looks and spirit. With her soft, light-colored coat and gentle presence, Helles is like sunshine poured into a fluffy glass. A Great Pyrenees mix who adores the cold, she truly shines outdoors, where her favorite party trick is doing joyful bunny hops in the snow when excitement bubbles over.Helles is a social, playful pup who absolutely loves other dogs and would thrive with a canine companion who can keep up with her energy. She’s fully house-trained, happily crate-trained, and settles in well for long, cozy nights of sleep. She enjoys learning and already knows several cues like sit, down, touch, and go potty. True to her Pyrenees roots, she does enjoy using her voice—whether it’s commenting on squirrels, mysterious sounds, or absolutely nothing at all.Because every good brew comes with care instructions, it’s important to know that Helles has sensitivities around her head and neck. She’s most comfortable when handled using a harness rather than a collar, and she prefers pets that come from the side instead of over her head. She’s also still building confidence with stairs, so a home with minimal stairs (or patient support) would be ideal as she continues gaining sure-footed confidence.Helles will do best with patient, dog-savvy adopters who let her warm up at her own pace, especially with new people. Tossing treats, giving her space, and allowing trust to ferment naturally works wonders. In the right home, Helles isn’t just a light lager—she’s a full-bodied companion with sparkle, loyalty, and a heart that’s absolutely worth savoring.Interested in adopting this dog? Visit our website (http://www.SecondCityCanineRescue.org) to fill out an application and to find out where this dog may be shown this weekend.We love our dogs. We want happy lives for all of them and are looking for the home that provides the best fit for each dog’s individual needs. Please understand that there may be multiple families interested in this dog.Also, please know that the breed mix listed is simply a guess. In most cases, we don’t know their background. We encourage you to base your decision on individual personality and pet qualities instead of relying on our guess.Please understand, we only adopt our animals out near the Chicagoland area.
