Hello my name is Dolly Pawton (named after my favorite country artist). I am an affectionate girl with a relaxed personality. For the most part I like cuddling up with my blanket and humans and taking naps near my humans. Don't get me wrong I love a good walk and doing zoomies in an open space, but after 20 min I am ready to take another nap. I also love following my humans around the house just in case they may need my assistance with anything. I loath the cold and only go out in it to use the bathroom, during the warmer months I enjoy laying out in the sun. While I would love to be around my humans all day I do not require it. Because of my laid back personality I am okay with hanging out at home in my crate while my humans do their human stuff. I am also very good in the car incase you may need some company doing your human stuff. I typically don't like to use my vocal cords for barking, but I will in order to alert my humans that they have visitors, or to say a quick hello to other animals. Other than that I am a pretty quiet girl. I welcome visitors with open paws and will take all the pets and attention that I can get. Sometimes I need reminders to give people space and not to jump when I get excited, but am very good at listening, and always aim to please my humans.
Just, like Ms. Parton herself I LOVE attention, but do not like to share the spotlight, so I need to be in a home with no other dogs. I do really well with other dogs when I am going for a walk or at doggy daycare but I don't really like sharing the affection of my humans. I also really appreciate my personal space (who doesn't), so I need to join a family with only adults or older children. I have had a few challenges when my personal space was invaded. Both times involved young children who invaded my personal space and did not respect my boundaries.
**When we first rescued Dolly she was 1 1/2 and my daughter was 1. Dolly was unbelievably tolerant of my daughter. She didn't mind my daughter hugging, squeezing, laying on her, dressing her up and even coloring her with marker one time unbeknownst to be me, while I was cooking dinner. However once we got a second dog we slowly started seeing changes in Dolly she became possessive of her toys and attention. And also became less tolerant of the kids, while we had made every effort to teach our kids to give her space, and not love on her as much as they use to, it still is not a safe situation. Which is why we need to rehome her with a family who is only adults or older kids who have experience with dogs who have hard boundaries. We believe that being in a quiet home without children or other dogs she will go back to her old tolerant easy going self.
Dog: Primary Breed:
American Pitbull Terrier
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Pitt Mix
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
3-13-2018
Where did you get your pet?:
Last Hope K9 Rescue
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
June 2018
Size (at full grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size.:
45
Primary Color:
White (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
I love toys that I can chew on without destroying them. Nylabone, kong, etc. I love going for walks but most of all being with my humans.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, stay, off, go potty, down, leave it
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?:
Biting - Once biting my young daughter when she was laying on her and rubbing her back legs too rough. The second incident was a friends young daughter who invaded Dolly's space by following her into her crate area and was petting her back legs.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Very well, she can be fine crated at home for up to 6 hours if need be
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Little kids yelling and running around. Little humans getting in her face and space.
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
Not much of a routine but just eating in the AM when we get up, then letting her out after and then dinner between 5pm and 6pm then letting her out after. She either needs to sleep with her person or in her crate. Otherwise she gets anxious and is up and down all night.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
She does not like her back legs to be touched or pressure on her back hips. We had her checked at the vet for any hip issues but she was all clear, but we are still sensitive about petting her hard or when brushing her back hips.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Bathing and nail trimming
Does your dog have any dental care routines (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)? :
She lets us brush her teeth from time to time. Then when she goes to the groomers they will brush as well.
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
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Friendly: Generally gets along well with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
Dolly is a loyal loving companion and all she wants in life is to be loved and give love to her humans.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Dolly needs a family who can give her the affection she craves. She loves to be petted and shown love. She does not need a fenced in space but does need to be walked a few times a week or given the space to do some zoomies. She can be left alone for 6 hours but she is a companion dog and would probably would become depressed if she were left alone for 3 or more hours every day.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
Dolly is just a ball of love. Everyone who comes across her, comments on how sweet she is. All her vet staff, groomers, and doggie daycare workers absolutely love her.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Pet Behavior
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
Dolly is not suitable in a home with young kids
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?:
Medway Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Purinia pro
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Service Level:
Specialized: For pets with significant behavioral challenges
