Poppy is a beautiful girl who is very friendly, affectionate, and always seems happy! She is energetic, a little bit goofy, and she prances when she walks. She has a little problem with personal space because she loves to be right up close to you, whether it’s playing fetch or tug, cuddling, trying to be a lapdog, or just following you around to see what you’re doing. She loves attention and is just happy to be with you.

Poppy is very active and playful and also curious and smart, so she needs a lot of stimulation to make sure her energy is channeled in a good direction. Poppy is housetrained and will stand at the door to let you know she needs to go out.  She does well with a consistent structure and she responds well to training and redirection. She knows some basic commands like sit, stay, come, lay down, and leave it, and she is crate trained.  Poppy sleeps throughout the night on her dog bed or the couch.  She has been left alone uncrated and has been the perfect house guest.  There are no signs of separation anxiety but she will greet you at the door with lots of tail wagging, butt wiggles and kisses.

She loves walks and is doing a great job learning to behave calmly on a leash.  She prances when you tell her she is a such a good dog for not barking at the dogs barking at her when on a walk.  She wants to go over and play with them but doesn’t tug at her leash and continues her walk when directed.  Poppy loves racing around in a fenced in yard, chasing balls and frisbees.  Poppy has gone camping with her foster parents and is the best car traveler they have seen.  She just sleeps in the back seat until the car stops.  She loves boating and learned to swim in water over her head.  She has determined she loves the lake life!

Poppy loves people and is good with other dogs and children. She is 58 pounds of pure muscle so a home with older children would be best.  She loves to play with her foster’s granddog and is remarkably calmer and more tired out after one of those playdates.  A home with a slightly older pup who would love to play with her would be great!  She would do great with an active family who can give her lots of attention and love.