10 months • Shiba Inu/Husky Mix
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Meet Borscht, quite possibly the happiest boy you’ll ever meet. This joyful, goofy, high‑energy sweetheart is looking for an active forever family who can match his zest for life and give him the exercise and mental stimulation he needs to thrive. Borscht is a higher‑energy dog, and he’d absolutely love a playmate who can keep up with his enthusiasm. When his foster siblings aren’t in the mood, he’s perfectly content entertaining himself with his toys, or digging holes — he’s a self‑starter in the fun department. This boy is smart, eager to learn, and motivated to please. He’s already fully…
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A few things we'd have ready before bringing Borscht home — matched to their size and age.

The first thing most new dogs need: a safe den while they settle in.
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For the inevitable first-week accidents.
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Recall practice before you fully trust each other.
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