Birdie is a cuddly brindle and white sweetheart looking for a calm and loving home for her golden years. This 55-pound, 8-year-old lap dog would love nothing more than to snuggle up with you on the couch.
Birdie is crate-trained, house-trained, microchipped, spayed, and up to date on all her shots, and she has had soft palate surgery. She is healthy and takes only a daily pill to manage skin allergies common to the breed. She has no resource-guarding tendencies or fear of humans – she’ll walk right up to passersby to ask for pets.
Birdie doesn’t get along well with other dogs and should be the only pet in the household. She also does not do well with babies, and after many months of her struggling with severe anxiety around the new baby in her household, it has become clear that her best home is no longer with her current family. Although she is looking for a baby/toddler-free home, she’s never had an issue with older children. Birdie’s going to make her next family very happy – she’s a dog who will literally hug you back.
Pet's Name:
Birdie
Dog: Primary Breed:
Bulldog
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
08/19/2018
Age Category:
Senior
Where did you get your pet?:
Jelly's Place
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.:
We rescued Birdie from Jelly's Place in 2020, when she was about two years old.
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
8/19/2020
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Large
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
55
Primary Color:
White (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Birdie loves napping, cuddling, treats, and tug-of-war and fetch with her stuffies (although about five minutes wears her out!).
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, "leave it," "go to bed," "wait" (i.e., wait to eat), shake, come, stay
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Totally fine – she naps happily.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Birdie is reactive toward other dogs and babies.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Birdie likes a consistent routine: She generally sleeps in till 8 or 9, enjoys a potty break and her breakfast, then goes back to sleep until the early afternoon. After a leisurely walk, she takes another nap. She might enjoy some enrichment activities or a game of tug-of-war or fetch before she eats dinner around 5. After dinner she'll enjoy another potty break, and potentially a short walk to the corner or around the block if she's up for it. The rest of the evening she's happy to nap or follow you around the house and keep you company as you cook dinner or do chores. Her fourth and last potty break of the day is usually around 10 or 11.
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?:
Birdie takes daily pill to manage allergies common to the breed. She also has arthritis and hip dysplasia as an older bulldog, which don't require consistent care but for which she can take carprofen when her hips are acting up. It's also helpful to minimize the number of stairs she has to climb.
Has your dog ever been diagnosed with or treated for any of the following? (Please check all that apply, even if your dog has fully recovered. This helps us provide the best support for future families.):
Allergies (environmental or food-related)
Anaplasmosis (tick-borne)
Anxiety Issues
Arthritis or Joint Pain
Canine Distemper
Chronic Ear Infections
Dental Disease
Ehrlichiosis (tick-borne)
Heartworm
Influenza
Kennel Cough
Leptospirosis
Lipomas, Cysts, or Other Lumps/Bumps
Lyme Disease
Parvovirus
Seizures
Skin Conditions
Vaccine Reactions
Other
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
Birdie has no bite history but she is aggressive toward other dogs and so it's important to keep her separated from them and ensure she's the only animal in the home.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Birdie's fur doesn't require trimming but she loves to be brushed to keep her hair from piling up. She doesn't love baths but puts up with them. Once a month or so seems to be a fine cadence for baths.
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
An occasional brush at home manages Birdie's teeth.
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?:
Good with older kids: Does well with calm, respectful children, typically school-age and up.
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Best as the only dog: Has reacted to other dogs and should live in a home without them.
How is your dog with cats?:
Best in a home without cats: Has reacted to cats and should live in a home without them.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
Birdie adores cuddles! Once it's time to hit the couch she melts her whole body into you.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
We are hoping to connect with someone who can provide Birdie the many snuggles she deserves.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Baby/Child Safety
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
Birdie has been highly anxious around our baby ever since we brought her home and working with trainers hasn't helped, so it's become clear that Birdie's best home is a baby-free one.
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?:
Ocean Avenue Veterinary Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Birdie eats two cups of kibble (Royal Canin Adult Bulldog), one at morning and one at night.
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
Yes
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
San Francisco, CA
Zip Code:
94131
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
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