Poppi

My story

Hey there! My name is Poppi, and if you are looking for a loyal, loving, and slightly oversized cuddle bug, I might just be the perfect pup for you! At just over a year old, I have grown into a strong, playful, 80-pound German Shepherd mix with a heart as big as my paws. I have been living at Central Arizona Animal Rescue for most of my life, and while I love the people here, I can not help but dream about the day I finally find my own forever family. Here is my story: Once upon a time, I had brothers and sisters. We were rescued together, and I thought we would always be a team. But one by one, they found their families, got adopted, and went off to live their happily-ever-afters. I wagged my tail as I watched each of them go, waiting for my turn. And I have been waiting ever since. Now, I am the last of my litter, still searching for the right home where I can love, play, and thrive. Could it be with you? Here is why you will love me! I am a certified leaner – When you pet me, I will press my whole body against you like I am trying to absorb all the love I can. You will never pet me without feeling my full weight of affection! I have a short coat so that means less shedding – No fur-covered couches here, well,  maybe a little fur, but not much! My sleek coat means you can cuddle me without worrying about wearing me like a sweater.   I will be your playtime champion – I love to splash in water, roll in the mud, and zoom around like I am on a mission. If you want a pup who will bring energy and joy into your life, I am your guy! I am ready to go! – I am neutered, fully vaccinated, and microchipped—all set to start my new adventure with you! I will be loyal to the core – If you choose me, I will be your forever companion, always by your side, always ready for whatever fun life brings. I may be a little too big for tiny humans—not because I don’t love them, but because I do not always know my own size! I might accidentally knock over little ones in my excitement, so I would do best in a home where my new family understands my big-dog energy. I also love other dogs, and I would be thrilled to have a furry friend to play with. I have always had a big dog for a companion and like to play rough so I might not do too well if they are too small, another shepherd would be perfect. Whether I am your one-and-only or joining a pack, I promise to bring laughter, fun, and unconditional love to your home! I have only seen cats from a distance, and they always run when I bark at them which is awesome! I might need a little extra work if I need to live with them. I have never lived inside a house so that will be a new thing for me, I will certainly need some help with that thing called house-training, but I am a quick learner so you just gotta show me the ropes and be patient. If you have another dog I will probably just follow along with what they are doing. I’ve been waiting for my turn to find a family, and I just know there’s someone out there who’s looking for a dog like me. If that’s you, please do not wait any longer! Email mike@caaronline.org to set up an appointment to meet me. I will be here, tail wagging, ready to lean into love and start my next adventure—with you!  If you are unable to adopt me, please share my video to help me find my forever home. For the other dogs available for adoption or to make a donation to help us, visit www.caaronline.org. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at www.facebook.com/centralarizonaanimalrescue and www.Instagram.com/centralarizonaanimalrescue, and www.tiktok.com/@centralarizona. I have hopeful paws and happy tail wags to meet you soon! PLEASE e-mail (do not call) mike@caaronline.org for more information and to set up an appointment to adopt. Do not e-mail us with a request to call you, if you have a question, please ask in the e-mail.   All dogs are adopted on a first come - first served basis. Central Arizona Animal Rescue is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 corporation. We are located in San Tan Valley, AZ. If you have other dogs already, you must bring them for introduction prior to adoption. Follow us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/CentralArizonaAnimalRescue Follow us on Instagram -  www.instagram.com/centralarizonaanimalrescue Follow our YouTube Channel - www.youtube.com/channel/UCp43a-ycLJ2BwsgW8hu6UVg WE DO NOT TAKE OWNER SURRENDERS - If you are looking to surrender a dog, take them to the county animal control in the county you reside in. That is where we get all of our dogs we are trying to save. Partial funding received for spaying & neutering the dogs of Central Arizona Animal Rescue received from the pet friendly Arizona license plates, get yours at  Pet Friendly/Spay and Neuter | Department of Transportation (azdot.gov). You can also make a direct donation on your Arizona personal income tax, line 74  https://azdor.gov/forms/individual/form-140-resident-personal-income-tax-form-non-fillable-form #rescuedogsoffacebook #rescuedogsrule #dogs #doglife #doglovers #doglover #rescueismyfavoritebreed #rescuedogs #rescuepup #rescuedogsrock #dogrescue #CAAR #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dogrescuers #arizonarescuedogs #dogsofinstagram #rescuedog #HelpingLostPets #mutts #mixedbreed #shelterdogsofinstagram #rescuedogsofinstagram #adopteddogsofinstagram #adoptashelterpet #spayandneuter #adopted #rescuepet #opttoadopt #rescuesJune 6, 2025, 6:47 pm

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