BERKELEY HEIGHTS -- Shorty is a 6-month-old female beagle mix in the care of Home for Good Dog and Animal Rescue.

Rescued after being found in a dumpster in Georgia, volunteers say she is a well-rounded dog, interested in both energetic play and being a lap dog.

Shorty is currently being housebroken and crate-trained; she is learning basic commands. She has been spayed and is up-to-date on shots.

For more information on Shorty, go to homeforgooddogs.org and complete an online application or call 908-263-7358. Home for Good Dog Rescue is a nonprofit group based in Union County that is currently caring for 35 dogs.

Shelters interested in placing a pet in the Paw Print adoption column or submitting news should call 973-836-4922 or email union@starledger.com.

Greg Hatala may be reached at ghatala@starledger.com. Follow him on Twitter @GregHatala. Find Greg Hatala on Facebook.