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Sterling

  • Puppy
  • Male
  • Medium

About Sterling

Lake Odessa, MI

Physical Traits

Puppy
(less than 1 year)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Black, White / Cream

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Sterling’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.

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Sterling's Story

Hi there! I’m Sterling, and I’m currently living in foster care so I can learn all the house rules and be ready for my forever family! I’ve been settling into home life quickly, and my foster family says I’m doing a great job figuring things out.<br/><br/>I’ve already learned quite a few important skills! I go potty outside, I learned how to use the stairs, and crate training came easily to me. I’m also practicing my manners and working on things like sit and stay at meal time. I even know leave it and drop it, and I’m proud to show off what I’ve learned!<br/><br/>When I’m not busy learning, I love the simple joys of being a dog. I enjoy chasing leaves, chewing on sticks, and going on walks with my foster family to take the kids to school and pick them up. I love meeting new people and soaking up attention wherever I go, and I’d be thrilled to have dog friends to play with too!<br/><br/>I’m a pretty chill guy overall. One of my favorite things is stretching out in a sunny spot or curling up on a cozy blanket for a nap after a day of adventures. I’m still getting used to some of the louder sounds in the world like thunderstorms, but I’m learning that everything is okay, and I’m even getting more comfortable around things like the vacuum!<br/><br/>If you’re looking for a smart, eager-to-learn pup who’s already making great progress and can’t wait to find his forever home, I’d love to meet you! Apply to come meet me and see if we might be the perfect match!<br/><br/><br/>DOB: 10/29/2025<br/><br/>For safety's sake, we are looking for homes with physical fenced in areas.<br/>Please fill out our online adoption survey at www.mackenzies.info/adopt/adoption-survey-application/

Hi there! I’m Sterling, and I’m currently living in foster care so I can learn all the house rules and be ready for my forever family! I’ve been settling into home life quickly, and my foster family says I’m doing a great job figuring things out.

I’ve already learned quite a few important skills! I go potty outside, I learned how to use the stairs, and crate training came easily to me. I’m also practicing my manners and working on things like sit and stay at meal time. I even know leave it and drop it, and I’m proud to show off what I’ve learned!

When I’m not busy learning, I love the simple joys of being a dog. I enjoy chasing leaves, chewing on sticks, and going on walks with my foster family to take the kids to school and pick them up. I love meeting new people and soaking up attention wherever I go, and I’d be thrilled to have dog friends to play with too!

I’m a pretty chill guy overall. One of my favorite things is stretching out in a sunny spot or curling up on a cozy blanket for a nap after

Hi there! I’m Sterling, and I’m currently living in foster care so I can learn all the house rules and be ready for my forever family! I’ve been settling into home life quickly, and my foster family says I’m doing a great job figuring things out.

I’ve already learned quite a few important skills! I go potty outside, I learned how to use the stairs, and crate training came easily to me. I’m also practicing my manners and working on things like sit and stay at meal time. I even know leave it and drop it, and I’m proud to show off what I’ve learned!

When I’m not busy learning, I love the simple joys of being a dog. I enjoy chasing leaves, chewing on sticks, and going on walks with my foster family to take the kids to school and pick them up. I love meeting new people and soaking up attention wherever I go, and I’d be thrilled to have dog friends to play with too!

I’m a pretty chill guy overall. One of my favorite things is stretching out in a sunny spot or curling up on a cozy blanket for a nap after a day of adventures. I’m still getting used to some of the louder sounds in the world like thunderstorms, but I’m learning that everything is okay, and I’m even getting more comfortable around things like the vacuum!

If you’re looking for a smart, eager-to-learn pup who’s already making great progress and can’t wait to find his forever home, I’d love to meet you! Apply to come meet me and

Sterling is from Mackenzies Animal Sanctuary

[Lake Odessa, MI]

Our Mission
At Mackenzie’s, we rescue abused, abandoned, and neglected dogs from shelters and rescues across Michigan, giving them the second chance they deserve. Our work goes beyond rescue—we focus on carefully matching each dog with the right forever family, promoting spay and neuter efforts to prevent unwanted litters, and educatin...
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