Keia

My story

Oh, look out world—Keia has entered the chat, and she’s still buffering. That’s right, this adorable little work-in-progress is currently in the “socially awkward, but trying her best” era. She’s a delightful blend of “snuggle bug in training” and “outdoor zoomie enthusiast,” with just enough awkward charm to make you question if she’s secretly a sitcom character figuring out her role. One minute she’s curled up like a seasoned pro in the cuddle Olympics, the next she’s trotting around the yard like she forgot how legs work but is going with it anyway. She’s sweet. She’s snuggly. She’s a little unsure if she’s supposed to sit next to you or on top of you. Basically, Keia’s the full package—as long as you don’t mind a few adorable loading errors while she gets her bearings and figures out what this new life of hers is all about. Keia is a 1-year-old, 44lb Great Pyrenees mix who narrowly avoided becoming a shelter statistic just hours before her scheduled euthanasia. Her “crime?” Oh, just being unwanted and ending up at a shelter so overloaded with animals that it's practically a revolving door. But don't worry, Keia is everything you'd want in a puppy. She's sweet, she's adorable, she's full of potential... yet, somehow, she has no idea what to do with her life. It's almost like whoever had her before—well, let's just say they didn’t exactly win “Dog Owner of the Year.” And to top it off, they let her fall through the cracks, almost letting her lose her life in a shelter that had more incoming animals than they could count. But I digress, because at the end of the day, they are not what matters. What matters is that someone is about to hit the doggie jackpot and end up with a slightly awkward, snuggle-happy, fluff-filled masterpiece of a mutt who’s ready to trade her tragic backstory for belly rubs, biscuits, and a lifetime of being ridiculously adored. Keia’s second chance is officially loading—who’s ready to press “adopt”? Keia approaches social life like a seasoned introvert at a family reunion—polite, a little awkward, and mostly just tolerating the crowd until she finds that one sibling (in her case, her foster brother) who makes the whole thing bearable. She’s grown to enjoy playing with the other dogs in the home, though let’s not pretend she’s leading the charge at doggie happy hour. She’s more of a “this is fine, I guess” participant in the group chat but for a dog that seems to be figuring out this whole "life" thing at almost a year old, she is doing well. We can’t speak to her thoughts on cats or small critters since her foster home is a feline-free zone, but she’s shown zero interest in squirrels on walks. Which, let’s be honest, is more self-control than most of us have around tacos. She hasn’t had the pleasure of meeting any tiny humans yet, so we can’t promise she’s ready for juice box negotiations or toddler-level chaos. Let’s just say if kids are involved, start with the calm ones who don’t scream like pterodactyls and we’ll go from there. As for humans in general, Keia starts out a little cautious—think distant relative at Thanksgiving—but give her five minutes and she’ll be booping your hand for pets like she’s known you forever. And if you ignore her? Expect a paw on your lap like, “Excuse me, peasant, I require affection.” Keia’s energy level falls somewhere between a mildly caffeinated sloth and a golden retriever after a yoga class—let’s call it a solid 6 out of 10. She's got some pep in her step, sure, but she’s not exactly training for the Doglympics. As far as her lifestyle choices go, Keia is currently straddling the line between “let’s go for a walk, this sounds fun!” and “this ergonomic dog bed is my personality now.” She enjoys a good stroll and likes being around people, especially if they’re not asking too much of her emotionally—or physically. She’ll absolutely accompany you to the office, but don’t expect her to be the team mascot. She's more of a quiet intern who keeps to herself, occasionally popping up for pets like, “I require validation now.” Walking-wise, she’s into it… kind of. She likes them, but let’s not get carried away. Think “enthusiastic tourist” energy: she’s here for the sights and smells, but don’t ask her to power-walk. And yes, she could use a little leash manners polish——but who among us hasn’t had to be physically dragged out of Target at least once while insisting we needed another throw pillow and a gallon-sized candle? Temperament-wise, she’s a bit of a sampler platter. Snuggly? Yes. Outdoorsy? Occasionally. A little awkward? Absolutely. She’s still figuring things out—like how toys work, or why anyone would throw a perfectly good bone across the yard. Right now, her main hobby is chewing bones like it's her job, and staring at toys like they just asked her to do math. Fence or no fence? She’s flexible. Give her a securely fenced yard or commit to some daily walks and she’ll be good to go—just don’t expect her to run marathons or compete in agility trials. She’s more into life’s simpler pleasures, like lounging attractively, gnawing on bones, and pretending she totally meant to trip over that stick. Keia’s still working on her potty training—she is just about there, but let’s just say she didn’t exactly come with an owner's manual… or any prior house manners. She’s getting there with consistency, but if you’re the type to clutch your pearls over a little carpet cleanup, she might not be your girl. Keia isn’t out here trying to narrate the entire neighborhood’s activity like she’s auditioning for Real Housewives of Suburbia. No, she keeps it classy—an alert bark here, a polite “hey, something’s happening” there. She’s more of the “necessary commentary only” type, not the kind to go off about every leaf that flutters or ghost that dares breathe near your mailbox. Keia's a good pup with a good heart—she just doesn’t always know what she’s not supposed to do yet. If you’re expecting a one-year-old dog to come into your home, take one look around, and say, “Ah yes, I shall respect all boundaries and personal property from day one,” Keia is not your girl. She needs guidance, redirection, and a human who understands that sometimes..."fluff happens." So, if you’re ready for a young, lovable, slightly awkward girl who’s still figuring out how to “dog” in a home, Keia might just be your perfect match. She’s got a heart of gold, a nose for affection, and just enough goofiness to keep life interesting. Ready to meet your new best friend? Fill out that adoption app at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app so we can send it over to her foster family—and don’t forget, pick-up will be in Norman, OK.

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