This is Ms. Yoda, a scruffy 14 lb. cutie with a mohawk. Although she’s a mix, she fits the temperament and energy of a Parson Russell terrier. She needs more exercise than we in our seventies can give her. My husband and I adopted her from the shelter 3 months ago. She had no known history but we know her well now as sweet, smart, athletic, comical, affectionate, friendly, trainable and a cuddle bug. She has a perfect score in house training.
Her favorite toys include the flirt pole and cardboard boxes. She is close to 3 years old, always up for an adventure, and ready to live her best life.
Pet's Name:
Ms. Yoda
Dog: Primary Breed:
Other, not listed
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Parson Russell Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier (our best guess)
Birthday, estimate is okay:
May 23,2021
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
The shelter
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
December 19, 2023
Gender:
Female
Size (at full grown):
Small
Primary Color:
White (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
She loves the flirt pole, her tuffy squid, searching for hidden treats, car rides.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Not Sure
What commands does your dog know?:
She is very teachable. We taught her sit, stay, wait, come, down, give it, get in your crate, place. The latest tricks she is learning are sitting pretty and crawl.
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?:
She is friendly and gentle with people but is reactive to other dogs. She has not bitten another dog since she has been with us. When playing tug of war she can occasionally grab your hand in a play bite and is learning not to do this. As is consistent with a terrier, we can’t say how she would behave with small children or cats. She does need to be the only pet in the household.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
She has some anxiety but is making progress. She is fine with short periods if she has a stuffed kong and music playing. A trainer told us that time will tell if she has true separation anxiety or if she’s simply adjusting to her new home. The vet has prescribed a low dose medication which seems to help her.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
When she sees or hears another dog she will bark and lunge on the leash. We live very close to the dog next door. She is beginning to learn that if she hears a dog bark, remains quiet and looks at me, she will get a tasty treat. So with this game, we see small improvements. She can startle at certain loud noises like people watching sports on tv or a a dish dropped in the kitchen. Then again, she is calm with a vacuum cleaner or a garbage truck going by.
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
Potty breaks early morning, two during the day, an extended walk, one before bed. She eats two meals a day. She likes to curl up in my lap in the evening. She sleeps well at night in her crate next to our bed. She doesn't like to be crated in the daytime except she will voluntarily hang out there with the door open waiting for her dinner. She walks well on leash on the sidewalk but wants to explore when on a longer lead.
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?:
We know nothing of her history before we adopted her 3 months ago. She had been a stray. The vet finds her healthy. She prescribed a low dose medication as mentioned above for mild anxiety. She is on flea/tick/heartworm preventative.
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 likes to carry her slow feeder bowl around before finding the right spot to set it down to eat. She has the sweetest expression on her face when she sits at my feet waiting for me to put her in my lap. She is a hoot with her flirt pole.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
A home with an experienced dog person who knows the terrier temperament would be ideal. She needs to be the only pet. A fenced yard would be great also. She thrives on positive reinforcement training. She needs help with her reactivity to dogs and being home alone.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
She is friendly yet may be a bit shy meeting a stranger, especially if it’s a man. We don’t know how she would be with small children or cats.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Other, Not in List
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
My husband and I are in our seventies and don’t have the physical energy and stamina Ms. Yoda needs for her best life.
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?:
Dr. Gabrielle. Falk, Animal Clinic East
What do you feed your pet?:
Royal Canin Small Breed dry
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Chattanooga, TN
Zip Code:
37421
Service Level:
Not Sure