GINGER WAS FOUND BY A NEIGHBOR AS A STRAY DOG. THAT NEIGHBOR COULD NOT KEEP HER AND DID EVERYTHING THEY COULD FOR WEEKS TO SEARCH FOR HER FAMILY, WITHOUT SUCCESS. SINCE NO ONE CAME FORWARD, SHE HAD POSTED ON OUR NEIGHBORHOOD FACEBOOK SITE THAT GINGER WOULD BE DROPPED OFF AT THE SHELTER. WHEN I SAW HER PHOTO ON THE SITE, I KNEW SHE WOULD LIKELY BE AT RISK FOR BEING EUTHANIZED, AND SO I BROUGHT HER HOME TO FOSTER. WE ALREADY HAD TWO SMALL DOGS (ONE WAS AT THE END OF LIFE AT AGE 17, AND THE OTHER IS ALSO A SENIOR DOG), AND I ALSO HAVE THREE SMALL CHILDREN. WHEN MY OLDER SENIOR DOG PASSED AWAY, OUR OTHER SENIOR DOG BECAME QUITE DEPRESSED, AND GINER REALLY HELPED HIM IN THAT TRANSITION PERIOD. GINGER IS WONDERFUL WITH THE KIDS, EVEN THE TODDLER. SHE ALSO LOVES ALL DOGS, THOUGH CAN PLAY ROUGH DUE TO HER STRENGTH. SHE WOULD FIT BEST WITH A FAMILY WITH BIGGER DOG(S), AND AN OWNER WHO DOESN'T MIND WALKING HER THROUGHOUT THE DAY TO GET HER ENERGY OUT. SHE LOVES CUDDLES AND NEEDS TO SLEEP ON THE BED WITH HER OWNER. OUR FAMILY IS GOING THROUGH A TOUGH TIME RIGHT NOW, WITH A NEW MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS AND AN UPCOMING SURGERY, AND I DO NOT HAVE THE MENTAL OR PHYSICAL FORTITUDE TO CONTINUE TO CARE FOR GINGER IN THE WAY SHE DESERVES, ESPECIALLY WITH ALSO CARING FOR MY 3 SMALL CHILDREN. I'M GLAD THAT I SAVED HER FROM BEING AT THE SHELTERS, AND AM HOPING TO CONTINUE TO AVOID THAT. SHE DESERVES MORE THAN THAT.
Pet's Name:
GINGER
Dog: Primary Breed:
Australian Shepherd Dog
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
2022
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
STRAY
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
AUGUST 2023
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Large
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
48
Primary Color:
Black (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
RUNNING, TUG OF WAR
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
SIT, STAY, LAY DOWN, UP
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
SHE GETS BORED AND STARTS GETTING INTO MISCHIEF
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
FEAR OF BEING LEFT ALONE, SEPARATION ANXIETY
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
FED BREAKFAST EVERYDAY AT 8AM, FED DINNER AT 5:30/6PM
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?:
ALLERGIES, DOCTOR TOLD US NOT TO FEED HER ANYTHING WITH FEATHERS (CHICKEN, DUCK, TURKEY)
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
NO
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
BATHING, NAIL TRIMMING
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
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
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing 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?:
SHE LOVES TO CUDDLE AND LOVES HUGS
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
TO MAKE SURE THE FAMILY IS WILLING TO TAKE THE TIME TO TRAIN HER AND UNDERSTAND HER HIGH ENERGY NEEDS
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
SHE NEEDS EXERCISE
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Personal Problems
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?:
RANCHO DEL ORO VET
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
HOMEMADE WET FOOD-GROUND BEEF OR SALMON WITH SWEET POTATO, BLUEBERRIES, GREENS AND BROWN RICE, MIXED WITH ALL BEEF KIBBLE FROM KAHOOTS BRAND
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
OCEANSIDE, CA
Zip Code:
92057
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Service Level:
Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)