Meet Pickles | Rehome With Love

Pickles, affectionately known as Picky, is a 7-year-old mixed-breed girl with a big heart and an even bigger love for her people. She is the kind of dog who wants to be wherever you are, happily following you from room to room just to be near you. Her favorite things include snuggling with her people, being a loyal companion, and enjoying a good snack!

Picky is potty-trained, kennel-trained, and understands basic commands. She doesn't need a busy schedule or constant entertainment to be happy. She simply wants a loving person to share her days with, a comfortable place to relax, and a family she can call her own.

Picky's ideal home is a calm, adult-oriented household without small children. She forms deep attachments to her people and can be protective when she perceives someone as a threat. Although she has never engaged in an incident with small children, she has reacted defensively toward adults she perceived as threatening. For this reason, it's important that her future owner understands her protective nature, respects her boundaries, and can provide a stable environment where she feels safe. An experienced, attentive owner who understands canine body language would be ideal.

Picky is also frightened by loud, sudden noises, including severe storms, fireworks, and jet engines. Unfortunately, we live on an active Air Force base, where the sound of aircraft can be difficult for her. We want to give her the opportunity to live somewhere more peaceful, where she doesn't have to experience that ongoing stress.

Rehoming her is not a decision we've made lightly. Picky is a wonderful dog with a loving heart, and she deserves a home where she can feel secure, comfortable, and cherished for the rest of her life.

If you're looking for a loyal companion who will happily keep you company, snuggle beside you, and make herself part of your everyday routine, Pickles may be the girl you've been looking for.

She doesn't need a perfect home. She needs the right home — one filled with patience, understanding, love, and a little room on the couch. ❤️

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Pet's Name: Pickles (We call her Picky)

Dog: Primary Breed: Labrador Retriever

Primary Breed (if not in list): Tuxedo Mix (Mom was a solid black lab)

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): May 2020

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Adopted from a Pet Care facility.

Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.: Lisa's Ark, Sumter SC

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): July 2020

Gender: Female

Size (at full-grown): Large

Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only): 80

Primary Color: Black

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Snuggles, snacks, and naps.

What commands does your dog know?: Sit, lay, kennel, outside, and occasionally shake.

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: She naps in the kennel (door open) or looks out a window. Picky is left for work shifts and occasional nights on a regular basis.

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Fireworks, loud jet engines, and thunder all cause her distress. Easily resolved by snuggling her.

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: She is typically fed once a day. However, will eat when ever presented food. She will tell you when she needs to go out at least once a day. But, has excellent self control.

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?: Pickles injured her back right leg (the equivalent of an ACL injury) about six months ago. The vet said she should no longer be in pain, as the tissue should have hardened around the injury by now. She is very mobile but still has difficulty jumping up, and running isn’t her strong suit.

Additional notes about your dog’s health history:: Pickles is overweight a good bit. Most of that has to do with a sedentary disposition and her access to another dog's food.

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: Yes, Pickles will defend herself if another dog attempts to mount her or anyone approaches her "family" rapidly. She has also been known to growl at small children, which is why we are in need to rehome our pup.

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : She typically gets a bath once every few months. Mainly to brush out her hair.

Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: Rarely receives an actual brushing. Recommend not giving her the "greenie" treats for dental and breath. Her stomach reacts poorly.

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?: Best in an adult home for now: Has not been around children, or finds them overwhelming.

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 LOVES her pack. She's a very sweet girl who reads human emotions well.

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Dog lover who intends to keep the dog inside and enjoys a companion.

Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: She's spent her life around elderly dog named Finn. We are uncertain how she will respond without him for a long period.

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Baby/Child Safety

Details about rehoming reason (if needed): Pickles life is pretty miserable at the moment. We are an active duty military family and live on an Air Force Base. Unfortunately, the jet engines has sparked fear into Pickles desire to go outside. She will run out to go potty, but quickly scampers in. She also has shown signs of inconsistent demeaner around our toddler. Thus, she is isolated from time to time. This sweet pup deserves a better life than to be afraid or isolated most of the day..

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?: Box Elder Vet Clinic

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Purina Salmon and Tuna mix. Please don't feed her dental snack. Its results in an indescribable stomach mess.

Do you currently have pet insurance?: No

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

Yes

Maybe

City, State: Ellsworth AFB

Zip Code: 57706

How did you hear about us?: Not Sure

Service Level: Tailored Placement: Full Support for Behavioral or Medical Needs