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Hi, I'm

Puca

Rat Terrier

currently located at

Dogs Deserve Better

Charlottesville, VA

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age

Adult

gender

Female

color

Black

size

Med. 26-60 Lbs (12-27 Kg)

pet code

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My story

Meet Puca 🐾 Looking for a dog who’s up for whatever you’ve got planned? Morning walk? She’s ready. Weekend hike? Even better. Evening run? She can't wait. Lazy evening in a lawn chair? She’ll be there too… probably already sitting in it. Meet Puca. With her iconic ears and one of a kind personality, we know she will find her perfect forever. She’s the kind of dog who brings a happy, easygoing energy to everything she does. Yes, she loves to play, explore, and stretch her legs — but she also knows how to settle in and just hang out with her people. Puca is affectionate, goofy, and always in a good mood. She’s the dog who will make you laugh without trying and then curl up nearby like she’s been part of your routine forever. She’s also a smart cookie: she knows sit and down, is crate trained, does well going potty outside on a schedule, and genuinely enjoys learning new things. Give her something to do — a walk, a game, a little training — and she’s all in. She's eager to please and would love a forever family that can keep her mind working and enriched! She’d thrive in a home that enjoys getting out and about and just someone (or someones!) who wants a dog to share a life with. She loves other dogs, she loves her people, and she’s very ready to find a place where she belongs. We've learned so much about our sweet girl since she came into our program, and the most important is that no matter what life throws at her, she is determined to keep enjoying it. If you’re looking for a dog who can match your pace — whatever that looks like — Puca might be your girl. Submit an application today!

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

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Dogs Deserve Better

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1155 Seminole Trail

Charlottesville, VA 22906

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