Maggie-Pearl

Maggie-Pearl is a beautiful, deeply loyal dog who forms strong attachments to her owners. We are rehoming her after having a newborn because we can no longer give her the dedicated attention she deserves. We are keeping her at home until we find the right match, as shelter life would be far too stressful for her.

Personality & Activity: Active and playful. She loves daily walks, runs, playing tug-of-war with rope toys, and earning treats.

Diet & Weight: She is on a weight-management diet to shed extra weight before she gets older—she is not overweight, but could stand to lose a few more pounds and has already successfully lost 10 lbs!

Other Pets: Cat-friendly (has always lived with multiple cats, though she may chase them out of boredom). Has not lived with other dogs, but should adjust well with slow, proper introductions.

Training & Boarding: Experiences separation anxiety and needs a patient owner for ongoing crate training (she will go in her crate, but barks and tries to escape). She is capable of being boarded if you need to travel.

Seeking an experienced owner to give her enrichment and love for the remainder of her life.

Pet's Name: Maggie-Pearl
Dog: Primary Breed: Siberian Husky
Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 2/14/2019
Age Category: Senior
Where did you get your pet?: Rescue from someone who was going to put her in a shelter
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.): 6/1/2020
Gender: Female
Size (at full-grown): Large
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only): 65
Primary Color: Red/Golden/Orange
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Rope Toys, Tug of War, Fetch
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Yes
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, Wait (stay), Down, Come
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Pacing, salivating.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Seperation anxiety.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: Feeding small lunch and dinner. Walking when cool enough outside.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: She bit our 6 year old, it was a sleep startle. She was having some sort of doggie dream and he creeped up close to her in her sleep and she nipped him on the lip. This was in March 2025, no such incidents since.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : She blows her coat 2 times a year. Once during summer and once before winter.
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 a home without children: Has reacted to children and should live in a home without them.
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?: Friendly: Generally gets along well with cats.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: Her Loyalty
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Experienced owner that can care for her and will be consistent in her old age.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Maggie has lived with cats her whole life and gets along well with them. She tends to chase them when she is bored, but has never harmed any of my cats.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Baby/Child Safety
Details about rehoming reason (if needed): We just had a newborn and have decided that it would be best if she was no longer
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?: A Paw Above Veteranary Hospital
Do you currently have pet insurance?: No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Houston. TX
Zip Code: 77044
How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable): https://friends4life.org/gethelp/animalhelp/other-shelters-rescues/
Service Level: Senior Placement: Full Support for Older Pets