Sage

Pug

2 years, Female, Small

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NAME: Sage

BREED: Pug

DOB: Jun 15, 2023 (2 years 5 months)

Home Recommendation: Sage is still decompressing, but her gentle and sweet personality is already shining through. Because she is a bit shy and on the mellow side, she would thrive in a calmer, slower-paced household that can give her the time and space she needs to feel fully comfortable. She gets along well with the dogs in her foster home, though she tends to keep to herself, so a respectful canine companion or a home where she can enjoy quiet independence would be a great fit.

WHY DID THEY COME TO WISE: Sage spent her entire life as a breeding dog in a puppy mill. When her "breeders" decided they no longer had a use for her, they planned to discard her. Thankfully, WISE was able to step in and rescue her giving her a second chance to experience the love and warmth of a real home. Now she’s ready to start that new chapter!

Personality: Sage loves to follow her person around and is happiest right by your side. She’s affectionate, attentive, and never shy about giving lots of sweet kisses. Her loving nature makes her a wonderful companion for someone looking for a loyal, close-by best friend.

KIDS: Yes, kids 10+

DOGS: Yes

CATS: Yes

Training: Sage has been settling nicely into a routine and is doing well in her crate at night. She’s currently using the wee-wee pads in the house and making steady progress. She hasn’t started leash training yet, but we’ll be working on that as she becomes more comfortable. With continued patience and consistency, she’ll pick up new skills in no time.

Visit WiseAnimalRescue.org to fill out an adoption application.

Adoption areas include: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maine, Vermont, Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire.