From Quiet First Days to Full-On Adventure Buddy—Shepherd Mix “Ollie” Blossoms Into a 40-Pound Bundle of Energy and Love

Ollie is a 2–3-year-old Shepherd mix weighing about 40 pounds, and he’s the perfect blend of outdoorsy adventure partner and devoted cuddle companion. In his foster home, he started out quiet and reserved, spending his first couple of days observing and settling in—but it didn’t take long for his personality to shine through. Once comfortable, Ollie quickly opened up into a playful, affectionate, and confident young dog.

Now fully house trained with no accidents in foster care, Ollie has proven himself to be both well-mannered and adaptable. He knows “kennel” and willingly heads into his crate, though he’s also done well being left out to nap peacefully for hours when trusted.

Why Ollie Stands Out

🐾 2–3-year-old Shepherd mix, ~40 lbs
💖 Sweet cuddlebug who loves being close to his people
🏃 High-energy and adventure-ready
🐶 Dog-friendly and excited to see other dogs on walks
🧠 Smart and enjoys puzzle toys and mental stimulation
🏠 Fully house trained and crate familiar

Ollie has a lively, enthusiastic personality when it comes to the world around him. He loves running freely, exploring scents, and engaging his brain with enrichment toys. Soft and crinkly toys are a favorite—but fair warning, they may not last long in his enthusiastic care. He also enjoys chasing tennis balls, though he’s still working on the “bring it back” part of fetch.

What He’s Looking For

✔️ An active home with time for multiple daily walks
✔️ A securely fenced yard for safe running and sniffing
✔️ An adopter who enjoys both exercise and cuddle time
✔️ Proper introductions to cats and children (no prior experience)
✔️ A home that can keep up with his energy and curiosity

Ollie thrives when he has both physical activity and companionship. After a full day of running, walking, and exploring, he’s more than happy to curl up beside his person and relax.

Adoption Info

💰 Adoption fee: $450 (includes spay/neuter, vaccines, preventatives, microchip, and required sales tax)
📍 Preferred adoption radius: within 150 miles of the Twin Cities (up to 250 miles considered with approval)

Ollie is the kind of dog who can keep up with your adventures by day and settle in as your loyal shadow by night.

If you’re looking for a smart, affectionate, high-energy companion with a big heart and even bigger potential, Ollie might just be your guy.

Rocky Kanaka