Iris
FOSTER TO ADOPT: More information below
AGE / WEIGHT: 9 years old / 54 lbs
GENDER: Female
ENERGY: Low to moderate
GOOD WITH: Dogs - Maybe, Kids - Yes, Cats - No
BIO: Wandered into this world like a goddess with somewhere better to be, and turns out, that place is Brooklyn. I'm a low-key, affectionate soul who's most at home sprawled on a dog bed surrounded by people who don't mind when I nudge their hand for more pets. You stopped. Why did you stop? I keep my nights quiet, my mornings easy, and my vibe is exactly what you didn't know you were missing.
HER FOSTER SAYS: "The cute thing she consistently does is press her head up into your hand or tap you lightly with her paw, if you seem to get momentarily distracted from petting her. She is very clear about where her humans should be focusing their attention."
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Originally from the U.S. Virgin Islands, Iris was found wandering the streets, still dragging a heavy chain. Though her former owner was located, they chose not to reclaim her, giving her the chance to start a new chapter. At the shelter, she found comfort in a unique routine: every Sunday, an 11-year-old volunteer visited her kennel to read to her. She is now preparing for her biggest adventure yet: a move to Brooklyn in late March 2026.
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Iris arrived from the U.S. Virgin Islands with a lot of charm and a real gift for making herself at home. She's a senior with low-to-moderate energy, deeply affectionate and genuinely easy to live with: crate trained, house trained, and happy to sleep through the night without a sound.
She loves attention and asks for it politely, nudging your hand with her nose and, if you dare to stop petting her, nudging again (she is not above deploying a paw). Part of what makes her so easy is that she's just as content on her own, happily settling on a dog bed for hours or hanging out in another room. She's taken city noise and the pace of Brooklyn in stride.
She trusts people quickly and warmly and is wonderful to meet, greeting new friends with calm, gentle affection. Her one real challenge is leash reactivity toward other dogs: she can fixate and lunge when another dog gets too close. Recent training and a change of walking gear have already made a noticeable difference, and she'll need an adopter ready to keep that work going. Because of it, she's looking for a home where she's the only dog, and given a history of chasing cats, a cat-free home is safest.
She'd be a wonderful match for someone who wants a mellow, devoted companion, older and calmer kids included. Iris knows exactly what she wants: proximity, patience, and someone who won't stop the pets. She's the easiest, sweetest company you could ask for. -
Iris is up-to-date on required vaccinations, spayed and microchipped. She tested positive for heartworm and still requires treatment. If Iris is adopted prior to treatment, Badass will cover the cost of care. If you think Iris might be a good fit for your home, we can share more details regarding her heartworm treatment plan.
She has received a health check and is currently in overall good health. However, we cannot make any guarantees regarding her future health or medical needs.
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.
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Iris is eligible for our limited foster-to-adopt program, which gives approved adopters the chance to welcome a dog into their home and get to know them before finalizing an adoption. The foster-to-adopt period typically lasts 2–4 weeks and follows our standard foster guidelines. Interested adopters should submit an adoption application noting their interest in the program and the specific dog—they can connect with the adoptions team for more details.