Elys has a gentle curiosity about her that makes her incredibly easy to enjoy. She wants to see what you are doing, investigate where you are going, sniff whatever might be new and happily come along for the adventure, but she approaches the world with a little thoughtfulness instead of charging straight through it. She is affectionate without being demanding, playful without being wild, and surprisingly composed for a puppy who is still growing into those long legs and floppy ears. Go watch Elys Easy Does It | The Sweetest Way to Grow Up on YouTube and see this lovely girl in action. You’ll get to see her curious little personality, her gentle interest in the world around her, and the sweetness that makes Elys so easy to root for. Elys is estimated to be just over seven months old and currently weighs around 44 pounds. We believe she may be a Shepherd/Doberman mix, but with animal rescue, breeds are always a mystery and never an exact science! She is currently fostered in a loving home with two adult Dobermans who are both older and larger than she is. Living alongside them has given Elys plenty of experience sharing her world with other dogs, and she enjoys playing with them, although their rough-and-tumble style can sometimes be a little more than her naturally gentler play style prefers. That thoughtfulness really shows when Elys meets new dogs. She is polite and appropriately submissive, and if another dog comes into her space with a little too much enthusiasm, Elys may roll onto her back and wait for things to settle down. She isn't looking for a canine wrecking ball to crash into the introduction. She would much rather have a friendly dog who gives her a moment to get comfortable and lets her go from zero to ninety on her own timeline. With a gentle, calm and friendly playmate, we think Elys would be right at home. She has also shown a lovely ability to read other dogs and adjust accordingly. If another dog communicates that they would like some space, Elys listens. Rather than pushing the issue, she changes her approach and moves along, which is a pretty wonderful social skill for a dog this young. Elys also met our house cat and was cautiously respectful. She was interested without being pushy and did a nice job giving him space, so we could see her successfully living with a dog-savvy cat. As with any young dog learning the mysterious rules of feline society, she will need thoughtful introductions, supervision and basic boundaries while everyone gets acquainted. For such a young dog, Elys already has an impressive head start. She is house and crate trained, rides beautifully in the car and has great basic leash skills, so she is ready to head out for walks with her future family. She is also very food motivated, eager to learn and responsive to gentle redirection. Her foster has already put plenty of structure and consistency into her life, and Elys has shown that she is a bright girl who genuinely enjoys figuring out what her people are asking of her. Outside, her curious side really comes alive. She enjoys exploring the yard, going for walks and investigating whatever happens to catch her attention. She has even shown an interest in the pool, carefully wandering over to inspect the water and consider exactly what everyone finds so fascinating about it. She may not be ready to cannonball in, but she certainly wants to conduct a thorough investigation. Elys would be such a lovely fit for a home that wants the fun of a young dog without needing everything to operate at maximum volume. She still wants walks, playtime, training, adventures and opportunities to explore, but she seems happiest when the world around her feels friendly and manageable. Give her kindness, consistency and room to build confidence at her own pace, and Elys has all the makings of a wonderful companion. Apply here: Questions? Email kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travel safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations, in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page! Before the adoption is finalized, you will meet your pet through a video call, creating a fun and personalized experience! The adoption fee is $1,000 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship! We proudly have over 17,000 successful adoptions and excellent Google Reviews: https://g.co/kgs/UQ5Pyai We care deeply about creating lasting matches between dog and family for long term success, and take the time to ensure each adoption is a fit through our matchmaking process. At our 2 acre Texas based property, we assess every animal with trainers on staff, we modify behavior as needed, and create individualized behavior plans to help prepare dogs for their future families including crate training, potty training, leash walking, etc. Our fosters are able to attend group training and socialization play groups helping them stay confident, well rounded, and adoption-ready. Our on-site trainers are dedicated to each dog’s growth and we enjoy seeing their progress! We go above and beyond to ensure every animal receives exceptional care. Veterinarians consistently praise our medical standards. From routine care to advanced treatments, each dog receives personalized attention. Hard costs for a healthy dog range from $804-$920; heartworm-positive dogs or those needing specialized care can exceed $2,000+. Adoption fees help cover a portion of these expenses, but without government funding, we rely on fundraising to bridge the gap—ranging from $100–$1,000+ per dog. 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