Pet's Name:
Winnie
Dog: Primary Breed:
Labrador Retriever
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
4/1/2017
Age Category:
Senior
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
8/1/2017
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
30
Primary Color:
Brown
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, down, stay, paw
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Fine
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Thunder, fireworks, new people
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
She can adapt to any routine
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?:
She has seizures 1-2 times per year but is not medicated. Our vet is monitoring her
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
Yes, she protects food and sometimes toys and blankets from people and other dogs. She lives with 2 other dogs and mostly gets along with them, but she took a while to warm up to them, is fed separately and sometimes we have to take away toys if she starts protecting them. She would do best with an experienced dog owner that can manage these behaviors
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
We brush her weekly
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?:
Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
How is your dog with cats?:
Selective: Gets along with some cats but not others.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
If she likes you, she is very sweet and affectionate
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Experienced dog owner that can handle her behavioral issues and does not have young children around
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Baby/Child Safety
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
We recently had our first child. Because of her food aggression, everyone is co-existing for now but we would like to rehome her before we have a baby/toddler walking around with food
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?:
Two months
Who is your veterinarian?:
Finan Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Purina Pro Salmon mix; she protects her food
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Naperville, IL
Zip Code:
60563
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Service Level:
Senior Placement: Full Support for Older Pets