Linus

Meet Linus: Your Next Adventure Buddy and Class Clown! Looking for a dog with brains, personality, and enough joyful energy to keep up with an active lifestyle? Linus is your guy! At almost 2 years old, this handsome Shepherd mix is the ultimate blend of whip-smart, wildly fun, and endearingly goofy. And at a petite 45 pounds, he’s the perfect size for adventures without taking up the whole couch! Linus has an infectious zest for life. He’s always ready for a hike, an intense game of fetch, or a training session. He’s also great with kids and loves hanging out with other pups, making him a fun-loving companion for an active family. Don’t let his playful, knucklehead antics fool you, though—Linus has a serious work ethic. He is razor sharp and absolutely thrives on learning new things. When it’s playtime, he’s full-throttle joy, but when you tell him it’s time to work, he flips the switch and shows up ready to listen and impress. Linus’s Ideal Match:Active Lifestyle: A home that loves staying moving and will channel his fun, athletic energy. Brain Games & Training: An adopter who enjoys teaching new tricks, engaging his busy mind, and continuing his foundation work. Family & Dog Friendly: Linus is great with kids and enjoys having other dogs around, so he’d love a family ready to include him in the fun. If you want a loyal, hilarious partner who will keep you laughing, keep you moving, and make you proud with how smart he is, Linus is ready to meet his forever team.