Mia

We are sadly having to rehome our sweet cuddle bug Mia, as she is becoming increasingly aggressive with our other dog (food/resource guarding) and we believe she'd be so much better off in a home with no other pets and a calmer environment. She is an absolute sweetheart with kids and people, and really just needs to be in a quieter/calmer environment where she is the sole focus of someone's love!

We rescued Mia from Houston, where she'd had a litter of adorable Ridgeback mix puppies (who were also adopted around the PNW region). She's sweet, cuddly, and just wants to snuggle on the couch with you all day long. We get the best little howls and wiggles from her when we come home. She is potty trained and knows some basic commands, but definitely should be in a fenced yard because she loves to follow her nose and chase critters if she can!

Her ideal home environment would be without any other dogs or cats, but she is absolutely amazing with kids. One issue she does have is with delivery drivers—she got stepped on accidentally by one a few months back and ever since then she's shown more signs of aggression to them. So she wouldn't do well at a rural farm/free-range location where deliveries might be happening regularly and without supervision, unless she could reliably be in a fenced area.

Someone looking for a sweet girl that doesn't need too much exercise beyond daily walks and some romping in the yard would be just perfect for Mia. We absolutely adore her and want to find the best fit in a new loving home for her.

She is approximately 3 years old, ~40 lbs, spayed, microchipped, and current on all her vaccinations.

Pet's Name: Mia
Dog: Primary Breed: Rhodesian Ridgeback
Birthdate, estimate is okay: February 2021
Age Category: Adult
Where did you get your pet?: Rescue organization in Seattle
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: June 2022
Gender: Female
Size (at full grown): Medium
Weight (at full grown): 40
Primary Color: Brown
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Snuggling, outside walks, bully chews
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Yes
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, down, stay (but she struggles with that)
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?: Yes, she has attacked our other dog over food. She also nipped at a delivery driver who accidentally stepped on her (and since then she's been much more concerned about delivery drivers...)
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: She's fine, she likes sleeping. :)
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Other dogs, loud noises
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: She needs consistent walks when the weather is cold and wet, she doesn't like going outside to go potty then! I make sure to take her out for one last little potty walk every night. As far as feeding goes, we free feed her as she's not one to wolf down her food the second you put it down.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: No
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 an absolute cuddle bug, she will snuggle you as much and as long as you let her!
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: No other dogs please! She can get along with smaller/more chill dogs, but I don't consider that reliable enough for now. I think she'd do best as the only dog in the home.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: We really love this little lady. She is so sweet, and we just want her to be in an environment where she'll be the happiest she possibly can be! Our house/property is just a bit too chaotic and unpredictable for her (plus the other dog, and lots of dogs that come visit).
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Incompatible with Other Pets
Rehoming reason details (if necessary): Aggression towards our other dog
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?: Bellingham Veterinary
What do you feed your pet?: Costco organic dog food (NOT grain free!)
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : Yes
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Bellingham, WA
Zip Code: 98229
Service Level: Priority