Woof woof! Hi there! I'm Mavis. I'm a fluffy bundle of energy, and I'm about a year old and 51 pounds! That's like, a whole seven years in human years, I think. I'm not really sure, I can't count that high yet. I'm a shepherd mix, which means I'm super smart and love to run and play. My favorite thing in the whole world is zooming and playing with my foster family.  I'm so fast!  I am still considered medium energy because, although I like to run and play sometimes, I can also still chill with my humans and settle nicely.  I am apartment appropriate as long as someone will play with me to get my energy out. I don't need to have a fenced in yard either, but my leash manners need some work; I will pull because I am so thrilled about meeting new people and other dogs. I love meeting new doggy friends! Everyone is my friend! Big dogs, little dogs, fluffy dogs, wrinkly dogs – I love them all! We sniff each other's butts and then chase each other around until we're all panting. It's the best! While it would be great to have another dog in the home to play with, I can pretty independent so having a doggie friend is not required. I also really love to snuggle up on the couch when I've got all of my zoomies out. I'm still learning about personal space, but I just can't help but show everyone my love! Some humans have these tiny humans they call "kids". They're pretty cool! They throw balls for me and give the best ear scratches. Sometimes they hug me really tight, and I try to lick their faces to show them I love them too. But sometimes, my humans tell me I'm being "too close" and need to "give them space". I don't really get what that means, but I'm trying to learn. I'm still learning all sorts of things. I haven't met any cats yet but my foster dad thinks I would probably be okay with them as long as they correct me when I show interest in them. My foster humans say I'm a good girl, even when I make mistakes. I love them so much, and I can't wait to see what adventures are in store for me! While I am housebroken, I get so excited meeting new people that I may accidentally tinkle a little. I'm also crate trained, so there's that. If you'd like to make me a member of your family, please contact your adoption coordinator. If you do not yet have an adoption coordinator, please complete an adoption application at www.freedomgermanshepherdrescue.org . I am being fostered outside of Charlotte, NC.