Mabel is a 5-month-old, 20-pound puppy with a big heart, a curious mind, and plenty of puppy personality. She's clever, talkative, cuddly, enthusiastic, playful, food-motivated, and smart. She may be a little shy at first, but once she feels comfortable, her affectionate side shines.

Mabel loves all dogs and enjoys having fun with her canine friends. She hasn't been directly exposed to cats, but she has seen stray cats in the backyard and showed no interest in them. Her experience with children is unknown, so introductions should be handled thoughtfully.

This sweet girl is both house trained and crate trained. She settles quickly in her crate with a little support if she feels anxious, and she has adjusted wonderfully to her routine. She's becoming more communicative about when she needs to go potty and has had no accidents in the last three days. She's even almost sleeping through the night, with just one potty break around 1 a.m.

Like any puppy, Mabel is still learning and sometimes thinks everything belongs in her mouth. Fortunately, she's easy to redirect to an appropriate toy. She also enjoys snacking on grass, playing with dead leaves and sticks, and exploring the yard, although she isn't much of a digger. She doesn't guard her food or toys, and she's comfortable with her people touching her food, teeth, paws, and tail.

Mabel is a little anxious in the car, but she's always willing to go for a ride, especially when someone sits with her. She hasn't shown any interest in escaping the yard and is eager to learn, easy to train, and full of love.

With her sweet nature, playful spirit, and willingness to learn, Mabel is sure to make a fantastic family dog.