Valkyrie

Adoption fee: $650
Valkyrie: A winner, just like the team she was named for!

Age: 10-12 months old | Weight: 11 lbs | Breed: Maltese/Terrier mix

A Little Sunshine, a Lot of Snuggles

Valkyrie may have a mighty name, but her greatest superpower is turning everyone she meets into her newest admirer. This little sweetheart came to DPS from a shelter and promptly charmed the pants off every volunteer at intake. She made friends with another small dog on her transport, found the Safehouse cat absolutely fascinating, behaved beautifully for her bath, and then devoted herself to an important mission: trying out every available lap.

With her big brown eyes, wiggly greetings, and gentle spirit, Valkyrie makes a pretty convincing case that closer is always better.

Personality & Playtime

Valkyrie's foster describes her as "happiness and sunshine all wrapped up in one wiggly dog," and we couldn't say it better. She spent her first couple of days resting and finding her footing, but once she felt comfortable, her affectionate, playful personality blossomed.

She's a wonderful combination of playful puppy and devoted lounger. She enjoys her favorite stuffed toys, a little running around, and a good sunspot-but offer her a lap, and her schedule suddenly clears. One of her favorite people is her foster's 90-year-old mother. Watching Valkyrie settle into her lap and soak up gentle pets is enough to melt anyone's heart. She also approved of the foster's eight year old granddaughter's lap!

Smart and quick to learn, Valkyrie likes to follow her person from room to room, keeping pleasant company through the ordinary moments of the day.

Daily Life & House Manners

Valkyrie starts her day around 7 a.m. with a potty break, followed by breakfast and a 30-40-minute neighborhood walk. During the day, she enjoys hanging out near her foster, playing with the resident dogs, and fitting in some quality lounging. Evenings are made for couch cuddles before bedtime.

She has been a housetraining superstar in her foster home, with not a single accident, and she is familiar with potty pads. She hasn't shown inappropriate chewing and is generally quiet around the house.

When her foster goes out, Valkyrie stays in an exercise pen. She may voice a brief objection at first, but she settles quickly. When her person returns, however, she rolls out the full celebrity welcome. Being reunited deserves a celebration!

Dog Friends & Neighborhood Adventures

Valkyrie enjoys the two dogs in her foster home and often invites them to play with a gentle tap of her paw. Her play style is sweet rather than rough, and she would happily join a home with a compatible canine companion. She could also be perfectly content as the only dog, soaking up her family's affection.

At intake, she was curious about the Safehouse cat, though that brief introduction is the extent of her reported cat experience.

On walks, Valkyrie enjoys watching people, spotting squirrels, and taking in the neighborhood news. She walks well overall and is still polishing her leash manners. Occasionally, she offers a friendly bark toward another dog-apparently some potential friendships deserve an announcement.

Her Perfect Match

Valkyrie is looking for someone who will treasure her gentle nature and enjoy a life filled with walks, playtime, and plentiful cuddles. She loves companionship and attention, while also showing that she can settle when her people head out.

Loud noises can startle her, and unfamiliar situations may send her back to her person for reassurance. A patient family, secure leash handling on outings, and continued positive experiences will help her confidence keep growing. Her low-shedding coat will also need regular grooming to keep her comfortable and looking her best.

If your idea of happiness includes a little dog curled in your lap, looking up at you as though you're her whole world, Valkyrie is ready to make her introduction. Just be warned: one look into those brown eyes, and your lap may never be your own again.