Jade is many things, cuddly, goofy, motivated, and gorgeous! She has some hurdles to overcome but has already jumped so many that we know she can conquer them all!

Like many dogs, Jade took “stranger danger” seriously and is skeptical of new humans. She greets strangers with a little stink eye before checking them out and accepting any treat offerings (yes, she does take bribes); some men may need a little extra time and offerings. Before long, she’s enjoying back scratches, cookies, and having a good time! As she warms up more and more, you’ll find her in your lap giving lots of kisses and demanding some love in return. A home with little visitors and dog-savvy teens 15 and up would be best.

Jade enjoys playtime in many forms, her favorites are splashing in kiddie pools, zoomies in a big yard, and tossing around soft (but durable) toys. Sometimes she’ll do all three at once! She’s also down for playing chase and tug-o-war with her people. When it’s time to relax she’ll happily sprawl herself wherever is comfy, a cool floor is often just as nice as a comfy bed, and gnaw away at an assortment of her tough chew toys. She would love a single-family-style home with a fenced-in yard to play in!

One thing has been made very clear; Jade wants to be a spoiled-only pet! She is not a fan of other animals but has been working hard to learn to tolerate their crime of being in her presence. She practices being “playpen neighbors," going on close but not-too-close walks with calmer dogs. She eventually settles around them and decides they’re not worth her time. While a neighborhood with no other animals is ideal, it is a little unreasonable. Jade is willing to settle for a home where there aren’t many other animals, and the ones that are there “mind their business.”

Working with Jade has been a joy. Her mastery of her routine, learning new fun tricks, and especially learning to trust us. In this chaotic environment full of barking dogs and bustling people, she has made so much progress and continues to do so.