Petunia

Pet's Name: Petunia

Dog: Primary Breed: Black Mouth Cur

Birthdate, estimate is okay: 2021

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Rescued off the street

Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: September 2021

Gender: Female

Size (at full grown): Medium

Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size.: 30

Primary Color: Cream

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Petunia likes to chew on squeaky toys, and run around in the yard and socialize with other dogs.

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No

What commands does your dog know?: Sit, Stay, load up (go to your bed)

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?: Yes, our sweet Petunia is food aggressive but she is fed separately from her pack to help alleviate that situation.

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: She is fine. When we come home she gets excited like any normal dog.

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Fireworks and thunder.

Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: She sleeps at night

Medical History and Care:

Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: No conditions that we are aware of.

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Not much, baths once a month unless she needs it for any other reason.

Does your dog have any dental care routines (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)? : No she does not.

Personality:

How is your dog with other dogs?: Shy: A bit nervous around other dogs but not aggressive.

How is your dog with cats?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: She has very sad eyes and years to be in a perfect home where she can thrive. She is very playful with humans and toys.

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: She is an inside dog currently but she would also benefit from being able to go into a yard.

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Petunia is a great cuddly and playful dog once she gets used to her people. She does best when she was the only dog as she displays some food aggression.

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Found Pet

Rehoming reason details (if necessary): We rescued Petunia a couple of years ago and have been trying to find her a suitable home since we already have two other dogs and she displays some food aggression. We have a toddler and a baby on the way and we are concerned with her behavior. Petunia deserves a better home than we can provide and we think she would do best in a home where she was the only dog.

If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :

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?: Low cost pet vaccines and vet.

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Dog food, and treats. No preferences she loves anything that is edible.

Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No

Would you consider a long distance adoption?:

City, State: San Antonio, Texas

Zip Code: 78201

How did you hear about us?: Other Social Media

Service Level: Tailored: For pets with minor behavioral or special needs