Adopted August 2018 through bestfriends.org from their still open San Fenrando location.
Pet's Name:
Sasha
Dog: Primary Breed:
Rat Terrier
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
2015
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Through bestfriends.org from their still open San Fernando location.
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
August 2018
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Small
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
14
Primary Color:
Black
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Tennis ball catching, playing chase in the backyard. Rope tugging, hide and seek. Cuddling on lap on a pillow. Likes to walk around in the front of the house for about 2 houses either side without leash under supervision, she will not cross the road unless asked to.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Not Sure
What commands does your dog know?:
Stay, sit, come, no, ...
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Not sure, but she is not alone a lot, but is upset when alone I think, quite happy to see use when get back.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Not keen on going for long walks on a leash for long walks. Starts shaking on drives, takes time calming down.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Likes rotisserie chicken for almost most meals. Bacon treats will make her beg. She sleeps in the bedroom with us, not necessarily on the bed, though sometimes my wife does allow her on the bed. She has her a few pet baskets and beds spread around the house.
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?:
None now,
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
She is shy around other pets and strangers. May bark a few times till they enter and after may bark and seem to snip (not really bite) at sudden moves. Wil follow around for sometime, will let them be after sometime - though in the early stages will bark or try to snip if they go near her greenie bone treat.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Comfortable with at home bathing as often as needed or we feel like. Quite a clean dog. We take her grooming at least around once in 3 months (nails around twice a year at the vet) .
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
Greenie chews
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?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
A real doe eyed pup, follows like lamb. easy to play and cuddle. constant companion.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Kindness. Keep in mind she may already have been 4 years old when when was adopted as a rescue dog from an abusive host. So she was timid, shy and so sometimes hypervigilant in not common surrondings.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
My wife was averse to dogs, it took her about 2 weeks to get used to her in 2018. I never had a real pet growing up, and was quite neutral about pets. But now for both of and lot of friends/family she is part of this households bonds, she changed us.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Personal Problems
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
Possible separation
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?:
Balboa Veterinary Medical Center
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
NORTHRIDGE
Zip Code:
91343
How did you hear about us?:
Other
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
www.laanimalservices.com
Service Level:
Assistance Needed: Help Me Choose