claire

Meet Claire!

A spirited seven-year-old Miniature Australian Shepherd and Chihuahua mix currently in Los Angeles, CA, whose essence is a joyful swirl of affection, sass, and soft-as-silk chocolate brown fur with the sweetest white accents.

Claire is the kind of pup who makes every moment feel like a celebration! Whether she's trotting proudly on a walk or cozying up at home, she brings playful charm and heartfelt loyalty to every interaction. At about 20 pounds, she’s the perfect size for lap snuggles and car rides, and let’s just say, she thinks everyone she meets is already her best friend. Strangers? No such thing! Claire is convinced the world is full of potential belly rubs.

This smart cookie already knows commands like sit, stay, lie down, shake, drop it, leave it, and even “touch” and “be nice”. Yep, she’ll delicately take a treat from your hand like a true lady. Her favorite things? Walks (with treats on hand to help her stay focused), squeaky toys, and keeping close to her favorite humans. She’s a classic velcro dog, always nearby, always devoted, and always ready to brighten your day!

Claire thrives with structure, consistency, and someone who understands dog behavior. While she can be reactive on leash, especially when unfamiliar dogs are around, this is easily managed with positive reinforcement, and when walking with dogs she knows, she’s a total pro. Off-leash, she’s relaxed, social, and loves a good zoom around the yard. Indoors, she’s gentle and calm, especially with familiar pets.

She’s also had a unique health journey: as a puppy, she was diagnosed with kennel cough, but later x-rays revealed she had bronchitis. While this doesn’t affect her daily life or require active treatment, her breathing can become slightly heavier when she’s excited. To keep her comfortable, she wears a harness instead of a collar, and it suits her perfectly!

She’s friendly with cats (especially playful ones!) and gets along with other dogs once she has a little time to warm up. Because of her bouncy nature, she'd do best in a home where toddlers are supervised, but she’s joyful around kids and thrives in an attentive, present household. A yard would be a dream for her, and she'd flourish in a home where someone is around for most of the day.

Claire’s affection knows no bounds, just be warned, she might try to sneak a surprise kiss when you least expect it!

Are you ready to welcome this sweet, silly girl into your heart and home? Contact us at adopt@joyfulpets.com today!

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