Chapis

Meet Chapis – The Sweet Social Butterfly Who Loves Zoomies AND Couch Cuddles!<br/><br/>Looking for a dog who can make you laugh with her zoomies, melt your heart with her cuddles, and happily accompany you on life's little adventures? Meet Chapis!<br/><br/>Chapis is an affectionate, gentle, confident, happy-go-lucky girl with the perfect balance of playful energy and relaxed companionship.<br/><br/>She's sweet, social, curious, cuddly, and absolutely LOVES people!<br/><br/>Chapis is the kind of girl who can spend part of her day running around, playing fetch, and showing off her zoomies...<br/><br/>And then decide she's had quite enough excitement and would prefer to spend the rest of the afternoon cuddled up on the couch.<br/><br/>She's got two speeds: LET'S HAVE FUN and LET'S SNUGGLE!<br/><br/>Her foster describes her as gentle, easygoing, and snuggly.<br/><br/>And that's exactly what makes this girl so special!<br/><br/>A Three-Year-Old's Very Patient Best Friend<br/><br/>One of the sweetest things about Chapis is how wonderful she's been with her foster family's three-year-old child.<br/><br/>Her foster says:<br/><br/>"Watching her play so gently with my 3 year old and tolerate being awkwardly picked up and carried around by him. She is SO good with people of all ages!"<br/><br/>How sweet is that?<br/><br/>Chapis has shown remarkable patience and gentleness around young children.<br/><br/>She genuinely enjoys being part of family life and loves spending time with people of all ages.<br/><br/>Of course, interactions between dogs and young children should always be supervised, and children should be taught to handle dogs gently and respect their boundaries.<br/><br/>But Chapis has already demonstrated what a loving family companion she can be!<br/><br/>Zoomies Now, Couch Potato Later!<br/><br/>One of Chapis's best qualities is her energy level.<br/><br/>She has a wonderful balance of low-to-medium energy.<br/><br/>She's playful and adventurous when it's time for fun, but she's also calm, relaxed, and perfectly content lounging around.<br/><br/>Her foster explains it beautifully:<br/><br/>"Great energy level—can run and play and show off her zooming but also be a couch potato who's just happy to cuddle with her people."<br/><br/>Chapis enjoys walks, car rides, fetch, tug toys, exploring, and playing with compatible dogs.<br/><br/>She also loves sunbathing, watching TV with her people, napping, and cuddling.<br/><br/>Chapis doesn't need every day to be an adventure. Sometimes her favorite adventure is finding the perfect place to nap!<br/><br/>She's a wonderful match for someone who enjoys having a playful companion without needing a dog who's constantly on the go.<br/><br/>Everyone Is a Potential New Best Friend!<br/><br/>Chapis absolutely LOVES people!<br/><br/>She's confident, outgoing, and generally immediately friendly when meeting someone new.<br/><br/>She enjoys outings and loves being included in everyday activities.<br/><br/>A neighborhood walk? Absolutely!<br/><br/>A car ride? She's ready!<br/><br/>An afternoon relaxing on the couch? Even better if someone is available to cuddle!<br/><br/>Chapis also enjoys outdoor patios, park visits, and meeting new people.<br/><br/>She seems to believe that everyone she meets is a potential new best friend.<br/><br/>And sometimes?<br/><br/>She gets a little TOO excited about making friends!<br/><br/>Chapis may bark or jump when she's excited, and she often wants to greet every person or dog she sees.<br/><br/>She also has a little stubborn streak and occasionally demonstrates selective hearing.<br/><br/>She knows the command "Come," but sometimes something interesting catches her attention!<br/><br/>Her future family should continue using positive reinforcement to encourage polite greetings, good listening skills, and calm behavior.<br/><br/>Potty Training, Crate Training & Leash Manners<br/><br/>Chapis is doing wonderfully with her household routines!<br/><br/>Potty Training: Her foster reports little to no accidents when she's kept on a consistent schedule. Her future family should maintain that routine as she adjusts to a new home.<br/><br/>Crate Training: Chapis is doing well in her crate when following a structured schedule and routine.<br/><br/>Leash Manners: Excellent!<br/><br/>Chapis walks beautifully on a leash and enjoys neighborhood walks and outings.<br/><br/>However, there is one important safety consideration.<br/><br/>Chapis can slip out of a leash or harness if her walking equipment isn't properly secured.<br/><br/>Her future family must use properly fitted, secure walking equipment and take appropriate precautions to prevent accidental escapes.<br/><br/>Because she gets excited when greeting people and other dogs, keeping her safely secured during outings is especially important.<br/><br/>Dogs, Cats & Kids<br/><br/>Dogs: Chapis does well with other dogs when given slow, proper introductions.<br/><br/>She enjoys playing with compatible canine companions but should be allowed to meet unfamiliar dogs gradually.<br/><br/>Cats: Chapis would likely do best in a home without cats.<br/><br/>Initially, she seemed comfortable around her foster family's cat. However, as she became more settled, she began occasionally chasing the cat when it ran away.<br/><br/>Interestingly, Chapis leaves her foster family's chickens alone, suggesting her prey drive may not be especially strong.<br/><br/>However, her tendency to chase a running cat is still important.<br/><br/>A cat-free home would be the safest and most straightforward match.<br/><br/>A home with an exceptionally confident, dog-savvy cat that doesn't run might be considered with careful management, but compatibility cannot be guaranteed.<br/><br/>Children: Chapis LOVES kids!<br/><br/>She's been wonderful with her foster family's three-year-old child, showing patience, gentleness, and affection.<br/><br/>Her foster describes her as exceptionally good with people of all ages.<br/><br/>Chapis Loves:<br/><br/>- Cuddling with her people<br/>- Going for walks<br/>- Car rides<br/>- Playing fetch<br/>- Tug toys<br/>- Sniffing and exploring<br/>- Playing with compatible dogs<br/>- Meeting new people<br/>- Getting attention<br/>- Outdoor patios<br/>- Watching TV with her humans<br/>- Being carried<br/>- Sunbathing<br/>- Showing off her zoomies<br/>- Napping and relaxing<br/>- Spending time with children<br/>- Being included in family activities!<br/><br/>A Few Things to Know About Chapis:<br/><br/>- Low-to-medium energy<br/>- Very affectionate and cuddly<br/>- Gentle, confident, and easygoing<br/>- Happy-go-lucky personality<br/>- Loves people of all ages<br/>- Wonderful with children<br/>- Enjoys playing with compatible dogs<br/>- Needs slow introductions to unfamiliar dogs<br/>- Would do best without cats<br/>- May chase cats that run<br/>- Loves walks, car rides, and outings<br/>- Enjoys both playtime and relaxation<br/>- Little to no potty accidents on a consistent schedule<br/>- Doing well with structured crate training<br/>- Excellent leash manners<br/>- Knows "Come"<br/>- May jump or bark when excited<br/>- Occasionally has selective hearing<br/>- Can be a little stubborn<br/>- Wants to greet everyone<br/>- Can slip out of improperly secured walking equipment<br/>- Needs continued positive reinforcement training<br/>- A wonderfully sweet girl who loves being close to her people!<br/><br/>Chapis's Perfect Home<br/><br/>Chapis would make a wonderful companion for a family looking for an affectionate, gentle, playful, and easygoing dog.<br/><br/>She's a great match for families with children, people who enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with occasional adventures, and even first-time dog owners willing to continue her training.<br/><br/>She'd love a home where she can enjoy regular walks, playtime, cuddling, and plenty of attention.<br/><br/>Another compatible dog could be a wonderful companion with proper introductions.<br/><br/>A home without cats would be preferred.<br/><br/>Chapis would also benefit from a family willing to maintain her potty and crate routines, continue teaching polite greetings, and ensure her walking equipment is always properly secured.<br/><br/>Most importantly, she needs people who will appreciate her affectionate personality and make her part of their everyday lives.<br/><br/>Three Words That Describe Chapis Best:<br/><br/> Gentle <br/> Easygoing <br/> Snuggly<br/><br/>Foster Location:<br/><br/>Coon Valley, WI<br/><br/>Meet & Greet Availability: Chapis's foster is willing to travel approximately 30 minutes from home for meet-and-greets.<br/><br/>Could Chapis Be Your New Best Friend?<br/><br/>Chapis is the kind of dog who makes it easy to imagine life with a four-legged best friend.<br/><br/>She's the sweet girl who enjoys a walk around the neighborhood.<br/><br/>The playful pup who loves running around and showing off her zoomies.<br/><br/>The affectionate companion who wants to cuddle beside you on the couch.<br/><br/>And the gentle little sweetheart who has shown so much patience with her foster family's three-year-old child.<br/><br/>She's confident, social, affectionate, and has a wonderful ability to enjoy both activity and relaxation.<br/><br/>Of course, Chapis has a few things her future family should understand.<br/><br/>She can get excited when greeting people, occasionally has selective hearing, and may jump when she's happy.<br/><br/>She also needs properly secured walking equipment to keep her safe and would be happiest in a home without cats.<br/><br/>But those considerations don't take away from the wonderful companion she is.<br/><br/>Chapis has so much love to give, and she's ready to share it with a family of her own!<br/><br/>She doesn't need a nonstop schedule of adventures.<br/><br/>She doesn't need someone who will entertain her every minute.<br/><br/>Sometimes all she wants is a little sunshine, a comfortable couch, and someone who loves her.<br/><br/>Chapis is the kind of girl who can make an ordinary day feel wonderful simply by being part of it.<br/><br/>If you're looking for a gentle, affectionate, playful, easygoing companion who loves children, enjoys outings, and knows how to appreciate a good cuddle, Chapis may be exactly the girl you've been waiting for!<br/><br/>Ready to meet Chapis? Visit www.tailsofhopewi.org to submit an application.<br/><br/>Please note: Donations made through the **SPONSOR ME** tab on PetFinder do not go to Tails of Hope-WI and do not benefit the rescue. If you would like to support Chapis or Tails of Hope-WI, please donate directly through our website or official fundraising channels.

Meet Chapis – The Sweet Social Butterfly Who Loves Zoomies AND Couch Cuddles!

Looking for a dog who can make you laugh with her zoomies, melt your heart with her cuddles, and happily accompany you on life's little adventures? Meet Chapis!

Chapis is an affectionate, gentle, confident, happy-go-lucky girl with the perfect balance of playful energy and relaxed companionship.

She's sweet, social, curious, cuddly, and absolutely LOVES people!

Chapis is the kind of girl who can spend part of her day running around, playing fetch, and showing off her zoomies...

And then decide she's had quite enough excitement and would prefer to spend the rest of the afternoon cuddled up on the couch.

She's got two speeds: LET'S HAVE FUN and LET'S SNUGGLE!

Her foster describes her as gentle, easygoing, and snuggly.

And that's exactly what makes this girl so special!

A Three-Year-Old's Very Patient Best Friend

One of the sweetest things about Chapis is how won

Meet Chapis – The Sweet Social Butterfly Who Loves Zoomies AND Couch Cuddles!

Looking for a dog who can make you laugh with her zoomies, melt your heart with her cuddles, and happily accompany you on life's little adventures? Meet Chapis!

Chapis is an affectionate, gentle, confident, happy-go-lucky girl with the perfect balance of playful energy and relaxed companionship.

She's sweet, social, curious, cuddly, and absolutely LOVES people!

Chapis is the kind of girl who can spend part of her day running around, playing fetch, and showing off her zoomies...

And then decide she's had quite enough excitement and would prefer to spend the rest of the afternoon cuddled up on the couch.

She's got two speeds: LET'S HAVE FUN and LET'S SNUGGLE!

Her foster describes her as gentle, easygoing, and snuggly.

And that's exactly what makes this girl so special!

A Three-Year-Old's Very Patient Best Friend

One of the sweetest things about Chapis is how wonderful she's been with her foster family's three-year-old child.

Her foster says:

"Watching her play so gently with my 3 year old and tolerate being awkwardly picked up and carried around by him. She is SO good with people of all ages!"

How sweet is that?

Chapis has shown remarkable patience and gentleness around young children.

She genuinely enjoys bei