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She is playful, energetic, loyal, grateful, happy, affectionate. She knows some commands with hand signals. She plays with my 3yr-old rescue. She can be bossy. She can be jealous of attention I give my older dog. I am working with her.
Pet's Name:
Sadie
Dog: Primary Breed:
German Shepherd Dog
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Shepherd/lab mix
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
August 20, 2022
Age Category:
Young
Where did you get your pet?:
She was dumped in the neighborhood Aug 2023. She was skin & bones, had a gash on her leg and was going into heat.
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
August 19, 2023
Gender:
Female
Size (at full grown):
Medium
Weight (at full grown):
65
Primary Color:
Black
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
She chews a lot. Antlers, sheep horns, raw dog bones. She loves any toy she can toss in the air and chase. Frisbee, balls, tug toys. She doesn't fetch yet.
What commands does your dog know?:
sit, stay (3-5 mins), down. I use hand signals with the commands.
Has your dog ever displayed any behavioral issues, such as biting another person or pet? If so, can you please provide details on what happened?:
no. She will bark and lung at dogs on leashes. I make her sit with her leash held tight and close to me. I say "Calm" and pet her ear. I praise her when she stays calm. She's improved but does not have it mastered yet.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
She does not chew my things. She may bring a shoe into the living room like a message to me or a need to have my smell close. She does not damage anything in the house. If left alone outside for long she will dig for entertainment.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Strangers coming to the door. She barks.
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
She gets 1.5 cups at 8am and at 5pm, but she doesn't eat it all. I have to pick it up to prevent my other dog from eating it. So I offer it to her again about noon and at 6pm. She finished her meals then. So 4 times a day. Would be good if it was safe to leave it out for her to finish as she needed.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
She is so loving and loyal.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
New owner must train preferably with professional help. A well trained dog is likely to find a forever home and not be abused. She must be socialized with both people and other animals.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
She needs a lot of attention. She could be trained as a rescue dog, agility course training. She needs jobs to keep her busy.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Personal Problems
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
I am having physical problems and am too old to keep up. I also have a very full schedule and no time to train.
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Two months
Who is your veterinarian?:
Grassmere Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet?:
Purina PRO Plan Chicken and Rice Puppy Chow
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Nashville, Tennessee
Zip Code:
37211
Service Level:
Not Sure