Shocka
Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · Adult (6 years 11 months) · Female · Medium · Brooklyn Center, MN
Notes from No Dog Left Behind
Meet Shocka, the sunshine-seeking cuddle queen! This goofy, loving, and playful pup is the ultimate ride-or-die once she decides you’re her person—at that point, congratulations, you’ve just become the center of her universe. She’ll happily keep your feet warm, hog the sunniest spot in the house, and snuggle right into the warmest corner of you she can find.
Shocka has a strict “no cold weather” policy—anything below 50 degrees is a firm absolutely not. Winter walks? Short. Summer lounging in the sunshine? Endless. Basically, she’s a warm-weather girl living her best life.
She’s also got a strong “neighborhood security officer” side—delivery drivers, passersby, squirrels… you name it, she’s on patrol. She takes her job seriously, which means she’d be happiest in a home without shared walls (because not everyone appreciates her alarm system as much as you will).
New people can be a little overwhelming for her at first, so she prefers slow introductions and appreciates humans who respect her space. Vet visits? Let’s just say she’s a “hug it out” kind of gal—literally throwing her arms around her human to get through it.
Shocka gets along well with other dogs and cats, but when it comes to mealtime, she’d rather have her food all to herself—because sharing is overrated. She’s also a professional chewer, so a good stash of toys and blankets is a must (bonus: you’ll always know what to get her as a gift).
And let’s not forget her signature feature: that ridiculously adorable underbite. She flashes it whenever she’s in trouble, and trust me, staying mad at her is impossible when she’s grinning at you like a cartoon character.
At the end of the day, Shocka is a loyal cuddle buddy who will shower you with love, smiles, and entertainment. She’s got her quirks, but that just makes her even more unforgettable. With a patient and loving family, this warm-weather snugglebug will be the best companion you could ever ask for.
Adoption fee includes: Full veterinary exam, alter, prepaid microchip, dewormed, Rabies vaccine, DAPP vaccine, Bordetella vaccine, 4DX
, flea/tick and heartworm preventative while in rescue. Adoption fee: $425.00
About Shocka
Gets along with
- Kids
- No
- Dogs
- Yes
- Cats
- Yes
Home and care
- House-trained
- Yes
- Indoor or outdoor
- Indoor Only
- Needs a yard
- Yes
- Fence
- Not Required
- Energy
- Moderate
- Exercise needs
- Low
- Grooming needs
- Low
- Shedding
- Moderate
- How vocal
- Lots
- With new people
- Friendly
- Training
- Needs Training
- Owner experience
- First-timers OK
- Coat
- Short
Health
- Special needs
- No
AffectionateCrate-trainedEager to pleaseEven-temperedGentleGood in the carIntelligentObedientPlayfulPlays with toys
As listed by No Dog Left Behind. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.
What happens next
- Contact No Dog Left Behind using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
- They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
- Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to No Dog Left Behind, never to AdoptNearby.
- Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.









