Mavis is a 2 yr old pure bred female boxer. She is shy and timid when you first meet her but once she gets to know you, she is sweet, affectionate, cuddly, energetic, friendly, and a loyal companion. She gets along well with children and male dogs but has been known to be aggressive towards other females. She loves to play with rope toys and do zoomies around the yard. She is crate trained and can’t be left alone out of the crate. Her shots are up to date and she is on heart guard and nextguard.
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Pet's Name:
Mavis
Dog: Primary Breed:
Boxer
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
6/2/2023
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Georgia from her original owner
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.:
No
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
12/9/2024
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
60
Primary Color:
Tan (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Rope toys, running in the yard, and going for walks
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, lay, get in your crate, no, down, up
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
She can’t be left alone for short periods or she will eat objects
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
She is always a little timid around new, people, animals, or new places
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Eat 3x a day, running in yard or walking daily, naps throughout the day and sleeps throughout the night in bed or crate
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
Additional notes about your dog’s health history::
She will eat socks or other objects if you leave her alone for even a few minutes. She had an obstruction from eating a sock and had to have emergency surgery
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
She has never bit person or male dog but she has been aggressive and territorial with my other female on occasion.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Bathing and nails clipped every 8 weeks
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
Chews
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Timid
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Cats
Good with Young Children
Bonded Pair
Purebred
Crate Trained
Comes When Called
Needs Training
Likes Car Rides
Likes to Swim
Requires A Fenced Yard
Jumps Fences
Growls at Strangers
Is Afraid of Storms
Digs
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?:
She is very gentle and affectionate
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
A family who can give her a lot of love and attention. I think she would be best suited as the only pet or only female dog. She needs a big fenced in yard to run around in or go for walks daily. She is energetic and playful so she needs a lot of physical activity
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
I acquired Mavis when she was a year old because her original owner purchased her for the sole purpose of breeding and decided she didn’t have time for her. She was never bred but is not spayed. The first year of her life with her original owner was spent living outside alone. She was not socialized her first year and had never been inside so she is a bit timid and anxious. It took her about 3 days to feel comfortable going to the bathroom outside around my other dogs when I got her. I have 3 other boxers she has socialized with daily but she still acts anxious and timid or submissive towards them. I have another female boxer and they have been aggressive towards each other on occasion. She has never fully adjusted to being in the pack so I think she would be better suited as a single pet, or only female dog.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Incompatible with Other Pets
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
I have 3 other boxers. Two males and one female. She gets along well with the two males but not my other female boxer. They have gotten aggressive with each other several times.
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?:
Pinnacle Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Blue Buffalo Dry Dog food 1.5 cups 3x a day
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Asheville, NC
Zip Code:
28803
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Brother Wolf
Service Level:
Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)