Hi, I'm Sophie. I’m adopted!
Keeshond Australian Shepherd | Young | Female | Medium
About Me
Sophie was adopted April 2026!
Sadly, Sophie’s 1st adopter passed away and her recent trial period with a family revealed that Sophie isn’t ideal for a family — she’s clearly most comfortable with a woman but could be compatible with another dog too.
Sensitive but with an endearing cheeky streak, Sophie exudes happiness. Her antics will keep a smile on your face too! Sophie is an affectionate soul who loves giving kisses.
Sophie loves her big yard and playmates. She will wrestle and chase her foster buddy Alfie at top speed around the yard. She’s always the last to follow foster mom inside when playtime is over. Sophie’s natural love of companionship, independent as she can be, means she soon scratches at the door to say “ready now!” Then she greets everyone as though parted for days.
Sophie’s clever too — she’s figured out that looking back and forth from door to foster mom and giving a yip will get the door to the privacy-fenced yard opened.
Sophie’s beautiful double coat must be brushed thoroughly at least weekly to avoid mats. Professional grooming is not essential but may be helpful given the denseness of her coat.
Sophie loves carrying around a few favorite over-sized stuffies and Benebones but has no interest in chasing balls or toys generally. She loves watching the activity in her neighborhood. She also loves leaping into your lap every chance she gets for a good cuddle!
If you would treasure this loving dog and can commit to providing a devoted forever-home where her health and happiness are priorities, please complete an application for Sophie!
My Profile
- Age: 4 years
- Weight: 27 pounds
- Good with kids: No
- Good with dogs: Yes
- Good with cats: No
- Fenced yard: Yes
- House trained: Yes.
- Barks when left alone: No
- Training: Basic, more training advisable
Meet Me
If you are interested in Sophie. I’m adopted!, consider letting us know by filling out a (no-obligation) adoption application. Please consult our Adoption FAQ before contacting us.
Please check the adoption-show-attendees page to see if Sophie. I’m adopted! will be attending the next adoption show.
NOTE: We are an all volunteer group and do not operate a shelter. All of our animals are in foster homes. If you are not local to the DMV area, but are interested in one of our adoptable pets, that's okay. If you're approved to adopt, we can work out the geography!