This sweet girl is still waiting to find her forever family. Sedona is a 4 year old red heeler who loves exploring the outdoors, cuddly naps & playing tug. She struggles with the common heeler reactivity, which is mainly towards strangers. She requires slow introductions with humans she has not yet met, but once you've become a part of her inner circle, she will love you forever! She is an absolute sweetheart with her close family, she just has strong herding instincts & an anxiousness of strangers. We travel full time so she is currently in a lifestyle where she is constantly in unfamiliar environments which is very stress inducing for a dog with her reactivity. She really needs a family with a much more calm & stable home life. She does well with dogs & loves playing with them!
Spayed, chipped & vaccinated! Currently in Eugene but willing to travel. No rehoming fee, just want to make sure she goes to the right family.
Pet's Name:
Sedona
Dog: Primary Breed:
Australian Cattle Dog
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Red Heeler
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
April, 2020
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Craigslist
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
February 2021
Gender:
Female
Size (at full grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35:
40
Primary Color:
Red/Golden/Orange
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Ropes, tug, antlers
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, lay down, come, bed, den (kennel), stay, inside, outside, touch, paw, woah, heel, gentle.
Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?:
She struggles with reactivity towards strangers, which can manifest as aggression
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
She is okay with being left alone
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Strangers & resource guarding
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
Her reactivity is much more manageable when she has had good exercise! She really benefits from a good walk.
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 the most loyal & loving dog I have ever met.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Ensuring that the family understands her reactivity & has the patience to help guide her through difficult & anxiety educing situations.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
Once she has bonded to a new person, she will love them forever! She just takes a little extra time & patience.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Pet Behavior
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Three months
What do you feed your pet?:
Kibble Variety
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Eugene, OR
Zip Code:
97405
Service Level:
No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service