Lucie

About Lucie (Feist) in Mankato

Lucie is waiting for you at Mending Spirits Animal Rescue in United States. Name: Lucie Age: 4 years Gender: Female Breed: Treeing Feist Weight: 22 lbs Dog Friendly: Yes Cat Friendly: No cats, please Child Friendly: Yes – older, calm, school-aged children House Trained: Yes Crate Trained: Yes Energy Level: Moderate Temperament: Playful, brilliant, sweet, motivated and intelligent Requirements: Not suited for rental living; fenced-in yard required Adoption Fee: $375 + tax To adopt, go to: [Lien externe masqué] Meet Lucie – A Little Dog with a Big Heart When we first met Lucie, we thought she was a Jack Russell Terrier mix. Her energy, intelligence, and curiosity certainly fit the bill! But thanks to her original adoption paperwork, we learned she’s actually a Treeing Feist—a true working dog with a big personality packed into a small body. Treeing Feists were bred to hunt and “tree” small game, which means they are alert, intelligent, driven, and expressive. They use their voices to communicate, and Lucie is no exception—she can be vocal, especially when she’s excited, alerting you to something interesting, or eager to join in the action. Because of this (and her working-dog instincts), Lucie is not well suited for apartment or rental living and will thrive in a home that understands and appreciates these natural behaviors. Lucie strongly reflects her breed traits. She’s curious, people-focused, and always ready to engage with the world around her. While she enjoys play and outdoor adventures, she also has a wonderful off-switch and is happy to relax once her needs are met. A home that can provide structure, enrichment, and regular outdoor time will help Lucie shine. Lucie came to us after her previous owner had to move into a nursing home, and her family wasn’t able to keep her. It’s clear she was deeply loved—she’s house-trained, crate-trained, food-motivated, and has excellent house manners. She’ll sit by the door when she needs to go outside and prefers to