Candiace
AGE / WEIGHT: 9 months old / 42 lbs
GENDER: Female
ENERGY: Moderate (enjoys regular walks and play)
GOOD WITH: Dogs - Yes, Kids - Yes, Cats - TBD
BIO: Yes, the rumors are true: I’m the main character. I just traded Texas for Brooklyn, and I’m already holding court! I’m a playful starlet who loves deep-dish belly rubs and watching Real Housewives. I’m goofy, slightly chaotic, and I’ve never met a face I didn't want to kiss. I’m looking for a co-star who appreciates a silent-but-spunky diva. You’re lucky I’m even available!
HER FOSTER SAYS: "She is immediately elated to meet any and everyone. She wants to be pet and smothered with love, and will give kisses right away."
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Rescued from Texas; Candiace arrived in Brooklyn in mid-February 2026.
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If you’re looking for a quiet life of beige walls and predictable evenings, keep scrolling. Candiace Dillard Bassett has officially arrived from Texas to bring some much-needed "Real Housewife" energy to Brooklyn. Like her namesake, this starlet is charismatic, occasionally chaotic, and fundamentally believes the world is her stage. She doesn’t just "meet" people; she holds court. Candiace is immediately elated to meet anyone with hands for petting or a face for kissing—and yes, she will jump to deliver those kisses because she’s a high-low kind of girl. However, once the initial press conference is over, she melts into a puddle for neck scratches and belly rubs, showing off an intuitive sweetness that balances out her clumsy, goofy antics.
Life with Candiace is a "more is more" experience. She is highly intelligent and inquisitive, which is code for "keep your shoes in a closet," but she’s also remarkably quiet and has already mastered the art of the crate. While she’s still perfecting her city-girl potty training and learning that a leash isn't a suggestion to drag you toward every interesting smell in the borough, she is incredibly food-motivated and eager to learn. She’s looking for a human who can match her moderate energy and handle her stubborn streaks with a laugh. Whether she’s chasing tennis balls in the park or literally sitting in front of the TV to catch the latest Bravo reunion, Candiace is a total scene-stealer. If you’re lucky enough to be cast as her forever co-star, prepare for a life of zero personal space and a lot of love. -
Candiace is up-to-date on required vaccinations, spayed, microchipped, and tested negative for heartworm.
While in rescue, Candiace has been receiving care for some medical issues; treatment is still in progress, but we do not expect these issues to require ongoing maintenance care once resolved. If you think Candiace Dillard Bassett might be a good fit for your home, we can share a more detailed medical history.
Complete veterinary records, dating back to the time of rescue, are typically sent via email after an adoption. They can also be sent in advance of an adoption, upon request.