Meet Salah – A Fluffy Little Leader with a Heart of Gold! 

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to adopt a pint-sized polar bear with the charm of a shepherd mix and the heart of a best friend—meet Salah! This 8-pound, cream and white fluffball is as adorable as she is confident, and she’s ready to march her way right into your heart.

Born around May 28, 2025, Salah is still just a pup, but she already carries herself with the calm, composed presence of a natural-born leader. She’s playful without being wild, confident without being bossy, and snuggly without hesitation. Her long, soft, fluffy fur is as luxurious as it sounds—imagine the world’s coziest blanket… that occasionally zooms around the yard.

Salah is doing great with house training—she’s about 90% there—and just needs a little more consistency to finish learning the ropes. Like most puppies, she’ll benefit from continued obedience training and socialization, but with her smart, curious nature, she’ll be picking up commands (and treats!) in no time.

She gets along wonderfully with other dogs and loves meeting new people. While she hasn’t been tested around cats or other animals, her friendly, composed demeanor suggests she could adjust with proper introductions. A fenced yard is preferred so she can safely enjoy outdoor playtime and show off her confident strut.

If interested, please  complete the  Adoption Application  on our website at  www.NeedyPaws.org  and we will contact you.  Adopters must live within an hour’s drive of St. Louis, MO.

Our $295 adoption fee includes up-to-date vaccinations, heartworm testing and preventative, spay/neuter and microchip.

We are a 100% foster-based rescue and all of our dogs live in approved foster homes. We are dedicated to finding the best Forever Homes, and will perform home visits and conduct veterinarian and reference checks for each potential adopter.