Basic Info

• Age: ~2.5 years old

• Gender: Female

• Weight: Medium

• Breed: Jindo Mixed

• Energy Level: Medium

• Good with People: Yes (slow to warm up)

• Good with Dogs: Yes (selective, prefers calm friends)

• Good with Cats: Unknown (no experience)

• Location: Korea (Available for U.S. adoption)

Joy’s Story

Joy and her three tiny puppies were rescued just in time from one of the most heartbreaking city shelters.

They were kept outdoors in the summer heat, confined to a raised metal cage. To reduce messes, the shelter limited their access to food and water.

Even in conditions no dog should ever endure, Joy did everything she could to protect and care for her babies.

She waited quietly, holding on and hoping for a better life.
Today, Joy is safe—and ready for a future filled with love, comfort, and stability.

Personality

Despite her difficult past, Joy is bright, cheerful, and full of quiet happiness.

She does not have separation anxiety and is generally calm and gentle. She can be a bit timid, so when other dogs play too roughly,

she prefers to rest in her kennel or calmly remove herself from the situation.

Joy isn’t the type to rush forward when unfamiliar volunteers arrive. Instead, she hangs back at first, then happily joins in once she feels safe.

She has a soft, feminine presence—never rough or overly intense.

She enjoys playing with dogs she feels comfortable with and tends to bond closely with one or two friends.

Interestingly, she often prefers playing with larger dogs rather than very small ones.

With People

Joy may hesitate briefly around strangers, but once she becomes familiar, she approaches affectionately and often asks to be held.

She does well with children and enjoys gentle human interaction.

With Other Dogs

Joy is not overly pushy or dominant.

She gets along well with dogs who share a similar calm energy and plays happily with friends she trusts.

Daily Life & Home Habits

• Potty Habits: Outdoor potty (shelter environment; no pad training yet)

• Alone Time: Comfortable resting quietly in her kennel

• Separation Anxiety: None

• Barking: Rarely barks; may join in briefly if other dogs bark

• Sleeping Area: Kennel

Walks & Outside World

• Leash Walking: Calm, relaxed walker with no pulling

• Reactivity: Minimal reaction to people or dogs while walking

• Car Rides: Limited experience; may feel car sick

• Noise Sensitivity: Not reactive to traffic or loud sounds

• Stairs/Elevator: Elevator experience unknown; stairs to be tested

Health

• Overall Health: Healthy

• Heartworm: Negative

• Preventatives: Monthly heartworm & internal/external parasite prevention (Defend, manufactured by Green Cross Korea)

• Vaccinations: Up to date (vaccination record available)

• Allergies: None known

• Special Medical Notes: None

Eating Habits

• Diet: Free-fed at shelter (exact amount unknown)

• Appetite: Good; eats calmly and politely

• Food Aggression: None

• Treat Manners: Gentle, patient, not obsessive

Training & Handling

• Basic Commands: Not trained yet

• Nipping: None

• Grooming (baths, nail trims, brushing): Calm and cooperative

• Vet Visits: Quiet and patient

Ideal Home

Joy would do well in a calm household—whether as an only dog or with one compatible canine companion. She is suitable for first-time adopters and thrives with people who understand that shy dogs blossom beautifully when given time, patience, and kindness.

With a little space and a lot of love, Joy will come close—very close.