Meet Maia | Rehome With Love Pet Adoption

Meet Maia, a brilliant and independent seven-and-a-half-year-old wolf-husky mix from San Diego, CA, whose calm demeanor and keen intelligence make her a truly special companion! With her striking grey and white coat and a heart that craves both adventure and relaxation, Maia is looking for a quiet, stress-free home where she can be the center of attention.

Maia is the perfect mix of laid-back and adventurous—she spends most of her day sunbathing or lounging on the couch, but she’s always up for a hike, a beach day, or a long afternoon walk! She’s incredibly smart, knowing an impressive list of commands, including sit, stay, wait, place, shake, and even “spot” for going to her bed. With her deep understanding and intentional actions, building a connection with Maia is truly special.

While Maia generally gets along well with other dogs, she thrives best in a home without other pets or children, where she can fully relax and feel secure. She has shown protective behavior over her space, including a past situation where she bit another dog that got too close to her. During this incident, she bit her caregivers while they were separating the dogs—this was an isolated situation, and outside of this, she has continued to be friendly with dogs she meets on walks and at the beach. Because of this, she needs a structured home with experienced dog guardians who understand her boundaries.

She is house-trained, crate-trained, spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations! She does well when left alone for short periods but loves having her humans around. A fenced yard or patio would be ideal so she can indulge in her favorite pastime—soaking up the sun. Maia can be sensitive to loud noises like yelling or slamming doors and will seek a quiet spot to retreat when she feels overwhelmed.

This smart, affectionate, and deeply intuitive girl is looking for a home where she can settle in, bond with her humans, and continue to enjoy life at her own pace. If you’re ready for a loyal, sun-loving, adventure-seeking companion, Maia could be the perfect fit!

Could Maia be your perfect match? Reach out to learn more about welcoming this incredible girl into your life!

Pet's Name: Maia

Dog: Primary Breed: Siberian Husky

Primary Breed (if not in list): Wolf

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 9/18/17

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Boulder, CO

Gender: Female

Size (at full-grown): Medium

Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 55

Primary Color: Calico/Multi/Tricolor

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Squeaky balls and beach time!

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Yes

What commands does your dog know?: Sit, stay, down, wait, off, up-up (get up or over something), get out (leave the current space), back up (go backwards), place (heel position), spot (go to dog bed), shake, high-five, high-ten, kiss, settle

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: She does well and is pretty independent. She is crate trained and prefers to be in there since it's her "den."

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Yelling, slamming doors, and smoke detectors. She'll hide from yelling and door slamming, and shake from smoke detectors.

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: She grazes throughout the day for eating, so I just refill her bowl when it is empty. She likes a short morning walk, a longer afternoon "adventure," and a short evening 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

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: Yes. She bit another dog when the dog got too close to her butt and then has not forgotten about it. She has never been aggressive or bit any other dog. She did end up biting both myself and my partner when we were trying to break up a fight between the two dogs. This has been the first and only time her entire life I've seen this behavior, and she is still fine with all other dogs we meet on walks or at the beach.

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Brushing once a week, bathing every few weeks, no trimming

Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: Brushing occasionally, but she tends to break tartar off with bones

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?: Selective: Gets along with some cats but not others.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: She's smart. She is so so smart and it makes it so easy to connect with her. Every action she makes is with intention, which makes each moment so special.

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: No other dogs or kids in the home is essential. I'd love for her to have a fenced yard or patio so she can sunbathe outside (her fave activity), and owners that work from home or can be home frequently. Even though she's independent, she loves to have her humans around.

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: She is an incredibly fun dog that is game for anything. She doesn't cry unless she really needs something, like an urgent potty matter, and she really just vibes out all day. She's just so incredible.

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Incompatible with Other Pets

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

Not Applicable

Yes

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?: Bird Rock Animal Hospital

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Natural Balance Grain free high-protein kibble. She eats 1 1/2 cups 2x/day, but she grazes. Sometimes, she will hide pieces of kibble around the house.

Do you currently have pet insurance?: No

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

Yes

Maybe

City, State: San Diego, CA

Zip Code: 92109

How did you hear about us?: Google Search

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