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Pistachio

  • Puppy
  • Female
  • Medium

About Pistachio

West Hartford, CT

Breed

German Shepherd Dog&Australian KelpieMix

Physical Traits

Puppy
(less than 1 year)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Friendly, Gentle, Funny, Loves Kisses, Playful, Loyal, Smart
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Pistachio’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Pistachio's Story

Age: 4 Months<br/>Weight: 21lbs.<br/>Good with dogs: Yes<br/>Good with cats: Yes<br/>Good with kids: Yes<br/>Energy Level: Puppy<br/><br/>Available for Adoption: 5/9/2026- Applications need to be approved before a meet and greet will be set up for any Fetching Hearts Rescue dogs.<br/><br/>🐶 Hi! I’m Pistachio! 💚<br/><br/>I’m a playful, curious puppy who was found roaming the Mississippi fields with my best friend Copper 🌾🐾. We were BESTIES—running, playing, and getting into harmless puppy trouble together 😄. As fun as that life was, my rescue knew it wouldn’t be safe or fair for us as we grow up, so now I’m here—ready to find my forever family 🏡💫.<br/><br/>I’m a fun-loving little girl who absolutely enjoys getting into mischief with my friends 🤪🐕 (LOL—no shame!). I’m still a baby, so I’ll need consistent training, socialization, and lots of playtime to help me grow into a confident, well‑mannered dog 🧠🎾.<br/><br/>⏰ Because I’m still learning everything, my future family shouldn’t leave me alone for more than 3 hours a day. I currently eat three meals a day 🍽️ and need frequent potty breaks 🚪🌳—puppy life is busy business!<br/><br/>🎓 Training classes are required for me. Puppies may be adorable (and trust me—I KNOW I am 😇), but raising one takes real commitment. Too often people fall in love with our looks and forget how much guidance we need, which can lead to poor socialization and training later on 💔. That’s not fair to puppies—or their families.<br/><br/>My rescue is dedicated to helping puppies succeed, not fail 💯. That means my future family must be 1000% on board to put in the time, patience, and love to help me become the amazing dog I’m meant to be 🐾❤️.<br/><br/>If you’re ready for the hard work and the incredible rewards, I promise a lifetime of love, joy, and tail wags 🥰🐶.<br/><br/>📝 Apply today for me, Pistachio! I’m a loving girl with so much potential, just waiting for the right family to grow up with 💚✨<br/><br/>If interested in Pistachio, please apply online: ADOPTION APPLICATION or email us at Info.FetchingHeartsRescue@gmail.com.<br/><br/>Unless otherwise indicated, all dogs adopted through Fetching Hearts have received the following before being available for adoption:<br/><br/>Thorough veterinary examination.<br/>All routine annual vaccinations, including<br/>Rabies, DHLPP<br/>Bordetella (Kennel Cough)<br/>Heartworm Test<br/>Fecal Test, Deworming<br/>Microchip<br/>Flea and Tick Prevention<br/>Heartworm Prevention.<br/>Spay/Neuter<br/>All dogs are quarantined for two weeks outside of the shelter (puppies four weeks) to ensure they don't break with disease.<br/><br/>VETTING NOTE: Fetching Hearts Rescue completely vets our dogs thoroughly to the best of our knowledge based on communication with our Southern Vets. If anything is brought to our attention, we treat the dog. After adopting the dog, you will be responsible for following up with all vetting going forward.<br/><br/>HEARTWORM NOTE: Dogs who were treated for Heartworm can test positive up to 4-6 months after last treatment. All dogs are immediately put on Heartguard/Ivermectin following the treatment to kill the Heartworm larvae. All dogs should be re-tested after 5-6 months from the last Heartworm treatment.

Age: 4 Months
Weight: 21lbs.
Good with dogs: Yes
Good with cats: Yes
Good with kids: Yes
Energy Level: Puppy

Available for Adoption: 5/9/2026- Applications need to be approved before a meet and greet will be set up for any Fetching Hearts Rescue dogs.

🐶 Hi! I’m Pistachio! 💚

I’m a playful, curious puppy who was found roaming the Mississippi fields with my best friend Copper 🌾🐾. We were BESTIES—running, playing, and getting into harmless puppy trouble together 😄. As fun as that life was, my rescue knew it wouldn’t be safe or fair for us as we grow up, so now I’m here—ready to find my forever family 🏡💫.

I’m a fun-loving little girl who absolutely enjoys getting into mischief with my friends 🤪🐕 (LOL—no shame!). I’m still a baby, so I’ll need consistent training, socialization, and lots of playtime to help me grow into a confident, well‑mannered dog 🧠🎾.

⏰ Because I’m still learning everything, my future family shouldn’t leave me alone for more than 3 hour

Age: 4 Months
Weight: 21lbs.
Good with dogs: Yes
Good with cats: Yes
Good with kids: Yes
Energy Level: Puppy

Available for Adoption: 5/9/2026- Applications need to be approved before a meet and greet will be set up for any Fetching Hearts Rescue dogs.

🐶 Hi! I’m Pistachio! 💚

I’m a playful, curious puppy who was found roaming the Mississippi fields with my best friend Copper 🌾🐾. We were BESTIES—running, playing, and getting into harmless puppy trouble together 😄. As fun as that life was, my rescue knew it wouldn’t be safe or fair for us as we grow up, so now I’m here—ready to find my forever family 🏡💫.

I’m a fun-loving little girl who absolutely enjoys getting into mischief with my friends 🤪🐕 (LOL—no shame!). I’m still a baby, so I’ll need consistent training, socialization, and lots of playtime to help me grow into a confident, well‑mannered dog 🧠🎾.

⏰ Because I’m still learning everything, my future family shouldn’t leave me alone for more than 3 hours a day. I currently eat three meals a day 🍽️ and need frequent potty breaks 🚪🌳—puppy life is busy business!

🎓 Training classes are required for me. Puppies may be adorable (and trust me—I KNOW I am 😇), but raising one takes real commitment. Too often people fall in love with our looks and forget how much guidance we need, which can lead to poor socialization and training later on 💔

Consider Pistachio for adoption?

How To Adopt

Pistachio was listed as ADOPTABLE by Fetching Hearts Rescue
How can I adopt Pistachio?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Fetching Hearts Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Pistachio is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Fetching Hearts Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Pistachio?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Fetching Hearts Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Pistachio, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Fetching Hearts Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Fetching Hearts Rescue's Adoption Policy
Apply for any of our dogs: https://www.fetchingheartsrescue.org/adoption-form-online Our team of screeners will process you application once received. This process typically takes a couple days to a week. Once processed, you will hear back from one of our team members regarding your approval status & next steps. The next steps typically involve scheduling a meet and greet if the dog is already in the state, or informing you of the transport process, date & what to expect. If all goes well during your meet & greet you will be able to take home your new family member. All meet and greets are held with the intention of adoption, but only if you and the foster agree that the dog is a good match for you and your family. We ask that you come to the meet and greet or transport day with a leash, collar, name tag (even with just your information on it, if you don't know a name yet), water, a few biscuits, and maybe a blanket or bed for the car ride home. If your dog has any special food, toys, a bed etc., the foster or volunteer will provide these to you. They will also have the dog's medical records and will review these with you before handing them off.

Pistachio is from Fetching Hearts Rescue

[Enfield, CT]

Our Mission
Fetching Hearts Rescue is committed to saving the lives of homeless dogs through foster and adoption while promoting education on responsible pet ownership.

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