Rockstar is very much a “less intense Magic Jr.” — though she absolutely has the ability to dial that intensity right back up when the situation calls for it. She is an assertive, confident, highly motivated girl with exceptional human focus. In many ways, she embodies exactly what I typically look for in a service dog prospect: driven, engaged, resilient, and eager to work.

That said, if the goal is service work, Rockstar is not a puppy for a novice handler or a true “do-it-yourself” training approach. For the greatest chance of long-term success, working alongside an experienced trainer who understands how to appropriately channel her intensity and energy is strongly recommended. When guided correctly, her drive becomes a tremendous asset; when reinforced incorrectly, it can easily spill into over-arousal.

She is extremely toy motivated, which provides an excellent training currency, but she is also a very clear “do not reward the crazy” puppy. Calm, intentional reinforcement will be essential, and this applies not only within the household but also with strangers. Rockstar is the type of dog where the phrase, “Can my dog pet you?” is going to be important — she is social, people-loving, and eager to engage, but her interactions need to be thoughtfully managed to maintain balance and focus.

Rockstar would make a fantastic active family dog. She is highly social, very people motivated, and exceptionally forgiving. She recovers quickly from mistakes or moments of chaos and is always ready to re-engage and try again. Her resilience and enthusiasm make her a joy to work with for the right home.

As an added note, she does demonstrate stronger item retrieval skills than Magic, which could be an advantage depending on training goals. Overall, Rockstar is a powerful, driven puppy who will thrive with structure, experience, and intentional leadership — and in return, she offers tremendous potential as both a working partner and an active companion.