Hi, I'm Astrid, a one-year-old Norwegian Elkhound with a name that means "divinely beautiful," and honestly, I'm just trying to live up to the legend. I may start out a little reserved (a true Nordic princess must survey her kingdom first), but once I feel safe, my sweet and loyal heart really shines. I'm still young, so as I settle in and find my confidence, you'll see more of my playful, adventurous spirit come out-think Viking explorer, but fluffier. I'd love a patient, active home that will give me time to warm up, plenty of walks to show off my classic Elkhound strut, and fun things to keep my clever brain busy. If you're looking for a devoted sidekick with a touch of Scandinavian sparkle, I'm your girl-Astrid the Awesome has a nice ring to it, don't you think?

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