Brownie

My story

This 1-year-old Shepherd mix is equal parts gentle giant and affectionate cuddle bug! At 60 pounds (and growing!), Brownie is a total sweetheart who's ready to lounge by your side, give you plenty of kisses, and eat all of your carrots.This boy is great with kids and is extremely gentle and tolerant around them, making him an excellent addition to a family. Smaller kids might find his size and occasional lack of respect for personal space a little intimidating, but Brownie responds well to a firm no in those situations. Brownie currently lives with a very dog savvy cat and has been doing well! With proper introduction and and initial supervision, he'll likely do well in a home with feline friends. He also interacts well with other dogs, barking only once to say hello before calmly moving along. He loves companionship and would most enjoy a family who is frequently home or has other dogs to keep him company. He is still working on gaining confidence, so a resident dog will be required to show him the ropes in his future home.Brownie has adjusted well to his foster home and is learning more every day. He's crate-trained and will settle when needed, but he much prefers snuggling on a cozy bed with you as your perfect Netflix buddy. He is fully house-trained is great at signaling when he needs to go. Brownie has a big bark (though his barks are rare and short lived) and occasionally whines, so he is not a match for homes with shared walls (apartments/condos).Brownie is sometimes unaware that he’s no longer puppy-sized and is still figuring out how to handle his growing body, often scratching awkwardly or accidentally bumping into things, which only adds to his goofy charm. Brownie loves a daily walk and is good on a leash, but is still learning not to pull when excited. He also loves a good play session with toys and bones (destruction included!), but he's happiest when he's close to his people. He would do best in a house with a fenced yard where he can safely stretch his legs and enjoy the outdoors. If you're looking for a gentle, loyal, loving companion who will make your home his whole world, Brownie is ready to meet you! If you are interested in this dog, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/The adoption fee is $450. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Brownie, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.