Tessera - Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Brookshire, Texas

TESS HAS A NEW NICKNAME... “PRANCER!”

Tessera's foster family has officially nicknamed her Prancer because when this sweet girl gets happy and runs around the yard, she doesn't just run... she prances like a little reindeer!

And seeing Tess happy and carefree is pretty special considering where her story began.

Tess is the mama of our Rhythm Puppies. She and her babies were abandoned in rural northwest Houston, where this incredible mama kept her puppies safe from coyotes, wildlife, the Texas weather, and everything else that came with surviving outside.

Her puppies are now happily settled into their forever homes.

Now it's Mama's turn.

Tess is about 2 years old and believed to be a Border Collie/Hound mix. She is currently safe with a wonderful committed foster family, and they're getting to see more and more of her personality as her confidence grows.

She can still be skittish around lots of people and needs a little time to feel comfortable. But once she knows she's safe, there's a completely different Tess waiting underneath.

And her foster family has discovered something VERY important about the home Tess needs:

Tess needs another dog.

She absolutely adores her foster family's dog, Odessa. Tess follows her around, they play tug-of-war every day, and having a confident canine companion has been a huge part of helping Tess come out of her shell.

She would be an AMAZING second dog for a family looking to add another pup to their pack.

And kids? Her foster family has children ages 8 and 11, and Tess is wonderful with them!

About 2 years old

Dog friendly — another dog in the home is a must

Cat friendly

Great with kids — currently living with ages 8 & 11

Gaining confidence every day

Still enjoys a little sock stealing

Prances around the yard when she's happy

Looking for her FOREVER family

Tess spent so much of her life taking care of her puppies. Now she has a foster family showing her that people can be safe, another dog teaching her how much fun life can be, and two kids giving her lots of love.

The last piece is her forever home.

Maybe you already have a friendly dog who would love a best friend.

Maybe your dog needs a dog.

Tess just might be that dog.

The mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.

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