Andromeda

Meet Andromeda!<br/><br/>AKA: The Center of the Universe (and she'd like to keep it that way)<br/><br/>Breed: Old English Sheepdog<br/>Age: Adult<br/>Weight: 76 lbs of fluff, brains, and athleticism<br/>Rescue: Albert's Dog Lounge<br/>Fostered in: Madison, WI<br/><br/>Some dogs are content being part of the family.<br/><br/>Andromeda? She'd prefer to BE the family.<br/><br/>This gorgeous sheepdog is a larger-than-life combination of loyal best friend, outdoor adventure partner, expert cuddle consultant, and self-appointed household supervisor. She's smart enough to keep you on your toes, loving enough to steal your heart, and devoted enough to follow you from room to room just to make sure you're not getting into trouble without her.<br/><br/>Andy doesn't want to share the spotlight—and honestly, can you blame her? She's happiest as the only dog in the home, where she can give 100% of her love, loyalty, and attention to her people without having to split the job with anyone else.<br/><br/>And trust us: she's more than enough dog to fill the entire house.<br/><br/>What Makes Andy Shine?<br/><br/>This girl is wicked smart.<br/><br/>She's the type of dog who learns routines in record time, picks up on what you're doing before you've finished doing it, and somehow always seems one step ahead of everyone else. If you've ever wanted a dog who genuinely engages with you, not just lives beside you, Andy is your girl.<br/><br/>She loves having a job, whether that's joining you on adventures, learning new things, supervising yard work, or making sure every member of the household is exactly where they're supposed to be.<br/><br/>And when the day is done? She transforms from energetic athlete into professional snuggle enthusiast.<br/><br/>Andy's Dream Life<br/><br/>❄️ Snow-covered yard? Perfect.<br/><br/>🥾 Daily walks and adventures? Absolutely.<br/><br/>🧠 Mental enrichment and training games? Sign her up.<br/><br/>👤 Humans who are home often? Yes, please.<br/><br/>🐕 Other dogs? Hard pass.<br/><br/>If AndromedA were filling out a dating profile, she'd describe herself as "active, intelligent, affectionate, and seeking a committed, exclusive relationship."<br/><br/>Important Requirements for Employment as Andy's Human<br/>Must appreciate constant companionship<br/>Must enjoy having a very large shadow<br/>Must understand that bathroom privacy is now a thing of the past<br/>Must be willing to tell her she's beautiful on a regular basis<br/>Must provide snow when available<br/><br/>Andy's Report Card<br/><br/>Loyalty: 15/10<br/>Intelligence: Borderline suspicious<br/>Athletic Ability: Built for adventure<br/>Cuddling: Expert level<br/>Shedding: Surprisingly low<br/>Personal Space Awareness: Still researching the concept<br/><br/>The Technical Stuff<br/><br/>✔️ Spayed<br/>✔️ Microchipped<br/>✔️ Housebroken<br/>✔️ Crate trained<br/>✔️ Up-to-date on vaccines and preventatives<br/>✔️ No known medical concerns<br/><br/>Andy enjoys her meals with a few gourmet additions~ veggies, eggs, yogurt~ because every queen deserves proper dining accommodations.<br/><br/>Final Thoughts<br/><br/>Andromeda isn't looking for just any home.<br/><br/>She's looking for her person.<br/><br/>The one who wants a dog that's deeply connected, fiercely loyal, endlessly entertaining, and always ready for the next adventure. The one who understands that the best relationships aren't always with people.<br/><br/>If you've been waiting for a dog who will become your shadow, your hiking buddy, your personal cheerleader, and your most devoted companion, Andy has been waiting for you too.<br/><br/>Adopt Andromeda. Gain a best friend. Lose your ability to go anywhere alone.<br/><br/>Albert's Dog Lounge is a specialty rescue focusing primarily on senior and special needs dogs.<br/><br/>Our process includes an approved application, reference checks, a homevisit, and then a meet and greet with the dog. Adoption fee is $350, ($600 for a pair). Learn more about Albert's Dog Lounge, our mission, and adoption policies by visiting Albertsdoglounge.org.<br/><br/>Begin your application process by copying this link into your web browser: https://www.albertsdoglounge.org/apply<br/><br/>WI Dept. Of Agriculture License Number: 474085-DS<br/><br/>NOTE ABOUT AGING A DOG: Aging a dog, based on looking at them, is unreliable and usually inaccurate. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality and their needs.<br/><br/>Puppy - Under 6 months<br/>Young Adult - 6 months to 2 years<br/>Adult - 2 years to 8 years<br/>Senior - 8 years to 12 years<br/>Golden Oldie - 12+ years

Meet Andromeda!

AKA: The Center of the Universe (and she'd like to keep it that way)

Breed: Old English Sheepdog
Age: Adult
Weight: 76 lbs of fluff, brains, and athleticism
Rescue: Albert's Dog Lounge
Fostered in: Madison, WI

Some dogs are content being part of the family.

Andromeda? She'd prefer to BE the family.

This gorgeous sheepdog is a larger-than-life combination of loyal best friend, outdoor adventure partner, expert cuddle consultant, and self-appointed household supervisor. She's smart enough to keep you on your toes, loving enough to steal your heart, and devoted enough to follow you from room to room just to make sure you're not getting into trouble without her.

Andy doesn't want to share the spotlight—and honestly, can you blame her? She's happiest as the only dog in the home, where she can give 100% of her love, loyalty, and attention to her people without having to split the job with anyone else.

And trust us: she's more than enough

Meet Andromeda!

AKA: The Center of the Universe (and she'd like to keep it that way)

Breed: Old English Sheepdog
Age: Adult
Weight: 76 lbs of fluff, brains, and athleticism
Rescue: Albert's Dog Lounge
Fostered in: Madison, WI

Some dogs are content being part of the family.

Andromeda? She'd prefer to BE the family.

This gorgeous sheepdog is a larger-than-life combination of loyal best friend, outdoor adventure partner, expert cuddle consultant, and self-appointed household supervisor. She's smart enough to keep you on your toes, loving enough to steal your heart, and devoted enough to follow you from room to room just to make sure you're not getting into trouble without her.

Andy doesn't want to share the spotlight—and honestly, can you blame her? She's happiest as the only dog in the home, where she can give 100% of her love, loyalty, and attention to her people without having to split the job with anyone else.

And trust us: she's more than enough dog to fill the entire house.

What Makes Andy Shine?

This girl is wicked smart.

She's the type of dog who learns routines in record time, picks up on what you're doing before you've finished doing it, and somehow always seems one step ahead of everyone else. If you've ever wanted a dog who genuinely engages with you, not just lives beside you, Andy is your girl.
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