Meet Melody | Rehome With Love

Meet Melody – A Sweet, Sensitive Girl Looking for Her Perfect Home ❤️

Melody is a beautiful rescue girl with a huge heart and even bigger energy. She absolutely loves going for walks, running, car rides, and spending time outside. She would thrive with a family who enjoys being active and has a secure yard where she can safely play and explore. Melody can jump very high and gets excited around people, so she may need continued training with greetings and boundaries.

Underneath all that energy is a very timid, sensitive soul. Melody came from a previous home where she spent much of her time kenneled, and because of that she still carries fear and anxiety. She paces when nervous and often needs reassurance to feel safe. The place she feels most comfortable is cuddled up close with someone she trusts. She is truly a love bug and wants affection and connection more than anything.

Melody is wonderful with people and has never shown aggression toward humans. She is incredibly sweet and loving. She can be around smaller dogs but does best as the only pet in the home. Living with another dog has been stressful for her, and unfortunately fights have occurred between her and my other dog that have resulted in injuries. Melody is not comfortable sharing her home and would do best in a calm environment where she doesn’t have to compete for attention. She is not accustomed to cats and will chase them, so a cat-free home is best.

She is also a little picky with food and may need patience while adjusting to a new routine. Melody needs someone who understands that she is still learning how to feel safe and who will give her time, consistency, and love.

This is an incredibly difficult decision because Melody is deeply loved. I want what is best for her, and I believe her best chance to thrive is with a patient family who has no other pets and can give her the attention, stability, and affection she deserves.

If you are looking for a loyal companion with a gentle heart and are willing to give her the love and security she’s been missing, Melody may be your girl

Pet's Name: Melody

Dog: Primary Breed: Toy Poodle

Primary Breed (if not in list): Standard Poodle

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 10/2/21

Age Category: Young

Where did you get your pet?: Rescue

Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.: Yes

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): 3 years ago

Gender: Female

Size (at full-grown): Medium

Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only): 35

Primary Color: Red/Golden/Orange

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: None she doesn’t like toys

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No

What commands does your dog know?: Relax,no sit. move, go inside kennel eat

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Anxiety barking

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Loud noise or yelling

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: Eating late won’t eat early pees on pads

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?: NA

Additional notes about your dog’s health history:: Needs diet

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: Bit my other dog protecting her self

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : Twice a month

Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: Needs to

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 children?: Great with kids: Comfortable and gentle with children of all ages.

How is your dog with other dogs?: Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.

How is your dog with cats?: Shy: Nervous around cats, prefers to keep her distance.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: Love bug sweetheart

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Loving family whose patience is very high

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: She’s a nervous wreck and I think she’s just trying to get the love she needs

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?: Three months

Who is your veterinarian?: Neuter Scooter was the last vet that saw her and gave her all her shots.

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: She likes wet food, but I mix it and once she gets tired of it, she won’t eat

Do you currently have pet insurance?: No

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

Yes

Maybe

City, State: Valley Center, CA

Zip Code: 92082

How did you hear about us?: Other

Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable): Human Society

Service Level: Assistance Needed: Help Me Choose