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My Name Is *MARS!

Mars is a smart girl who's eager to please and show what a Good Girl she is, while at the same time trying to overcome her shyness (tasty treats help with that!). But Mars is a very affectionate girl once she's learned to trust you and will happily appeal to you for more treats with her sad puppy dog eyes, which she has basically perfected!

Mars came to the shelter after being surrendered by her owner on March 7th. She had been with them for most of her life and was described as an active, protective dog. While she previously lived primarily as an outdoor dog, she is kennel trained and has a solid foundation of training. She would love a committed home where she can really be a part of the family.

Mars is a smart girl who already knows several commands, including sit, settle, come, leave it, and no. She’s an active dog who loves toys, especially ropes, bones, and Kongs, which are great ways to keep her engaged and happy. In her previous home, she lived with other large dogs, though she was reported not to get along with cats or smaller dogs and was said to be a little energetic around young children but did well with older kids.

Mars would do best with an owner who can provide structure, continued guidance, and plenty of activity. She's just waiting for someone to return her loyal, loving companionship. Come down and foster or adopt her today!

To help Mars settle into your home, we've packed a special Pup Starter Kit! This kit includes a crate, leash, collar, harness, treats, a slow feeder, and a scholarship for our 5-week "Bark to Basics" group training classes. These free classes cover essential skills like basic obedience and manners to help you start off on the right paw together. Learn more about our training classes Click Here.

My Special Considerations

This pup is being spotlighted for one reason only, time. They have been overlooked in the shelter for far too long, and would love a break from the shelter environment where they can relax and just be a dog. The longer they stay in the shelter, the higher the risk of them deteriorating behaviorally and/or medically.


This dog shows dog-selective behaviors, they get along well with some dogs, but not all. They may have preferences about which dogs they’re comfortable around and can sometimes struggle to be socially appropriate with certain others. With ongoing training, supervision, and proper introductions, their interactions with other dogs can continue to improve. We recommend slow, structured introductions to new dogs to ensure positive experiences. If you'd like to foster or adopt this pup, please come in to meet them!