Amelie is a really sweet girl craving lots of attention, snuggling, and love, and she will gladly give it right back. She's an energetic, playful and adorable friend who will attach with loyalty and lots of licks! Always by our side, we call her our shadow since she follows us everywhere.
We adopted Amelie six years ago. Due to upcoming life changes, we'll be spending much more time out west. Sadly, Amelie cannot travel with us due to extreme car sickness (except in open-air truck beds!). She needs to be with a family with a truck settled in one place with room for her to run Though she doesn't tolerate rides inside a car, she loves the dog park and the smell of fresh mountain air.
She is not a fan of thunder, fireworks, or new humans, which make her very nervous, and needing extra reassurance. Easily calmed, she will be up in new friends' laps in no time at all. While she has lived with other dogs, she would probably enjoy a one-pet home the most.
Amelie is ready to find her new forever home!
Pet's Name:
Amelie
Dog: Primary Breed:
Labrador Retriever
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Shepherd
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
January, 2018
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Adopted from private home
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
July `1, 2019
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
40
Primary Color:
Black
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Amelie loves to run, run, run. She loves her rope toy and sticks in the yard!
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, Stay, Out, Off
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Amelie is okay with this as long as she has a soft couch to lounge on.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Amelie prefers to be close by with her owner, and she is terrified of thunderstorms.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Amelie needs a daily walk, and loves to sleep in her owner's bedroom in her own dog bed.
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?:
Amelie takes a once daily Vitamin D pill to manage a calcium deficiency that can make her muscles spasm. It's very inexpensive and is taken easily with her dinner every night. A full month's supply will come with her and can be easily transferred to your vet.
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)? :
Approximately weekly bathing. No trimming is required and shedding is minimal. Brushing when she sheds her very thin undercoat is helpful. Amelie has a beautiful, sleek outer coat!
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?:
Shy: A bit nervous around other dogs but not aggressive.
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 will follow you everywhere, and she loves petting, attention, and playing!
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Amelie needs a daily walk and space to run. Someone with a truck would also be great, since she doesn't love the tight space of a car's interior.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
Amelie is such a cuddle bug, and she loves children. She will live in your child's room if they are ready for that experience! She just needs love and attention!
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Moving
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
Amelie is unable to keep up with our travel as she cannot be inside cars for very long. (Again, she very much enjoys riding in an open truck bed!)
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?:
One month
Who is your veterinarian?:
Swannanoa Valley Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Nutrish
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Swannanoa, NC
Zip Code:
28778
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Brother Wolf
Service Level:
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