juniper

Meet Juniper!

A spirited six-and-a-half-year-old Belgian Malinois/Shepherd mix currently living in Richardson, TX, whose essence is a joyful whirlwind of energy wrapped in a tan coat with white and black accents.

Also known as June Bug or Junie B. Jones, Juniper is equal parts cuddle queen and squirrel-chasing athlete! Her heart is as big as her bark, whether she’s gently checking on the kids in the house like a protective big sister or sounding the alarm when the mailman dares approach her kingdom, Juniper takes her guardian role seriously.

She’s a ball-chasing, toy-destroying, high-energy companion who loves her routines, especially mealtimes (don’t worry, she’ll let you know if you're running late). Juniper is house-trained, fully vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed. She also knows all the classics like sit, stay, down, heel, come, and gentle. She’s a natural at doggy parkour, zooming around the yard with the grace of a canine gymnast, and then crashing on the couch for a well-earned snuggle session.

While Juniper absolutely thrives on love and companionship, she shines brightest as the only pet in a calm, stable home. In her current household, she’s experienced some tension with the resident dog, but during a recent six-week period as a solo pup, she blossomed! Relaxed, content, and completely in her element. When left alone with the other dog, Juniper has shown some signs of separation anxiety, but when she’s the only pet, she settles beautifully and can spend time alone with ease, enjoying her day until her people return.

She’s also reactive on a leash when she sees other dogs or fast-moving critters like squirrels, so she’ll benefit from continued positive reinforcement training and a confident pet parent to help guide her on walks. She’s shy around other dogs and hasn’t spent much time with cats, so a pet-free environment would help her shine her brightest.

Her ideal home includes a fenced yard for daily play and space to explore her inner squirrel detective. She’s wonderful with children and has a nurturing, “mother hen” nature. If someone’s upset, Juniper will be the first one to check in, tail wagging and ready to comfort!

Great news for potential adopters, Juniper’s adoption fee has been sponsored by the family! They’re also open to fostering options and willing to drive to meet any potential adopters.

If you're looking for a loyal, loving companion who’s as happy chasing tennis balls as she is curled up at your feet, Juniper might just be the perfect fit! Could your home be the next chapter in this playful pup’s story?

To learn more or meet Juniper, reach out to adopt@joyfulpets.com!