Penny is a loving red/brown Doberman/GSD + more mix. We like to say she is the prettiest mutt we’ve ever seen. She is sweet and intuitive, sensitive and smart and will know if you are feeling sad and will respond by looking into your eyes and putting her paw on your chest. She’s graceful and athletic despite missing a toe and having a bit of arthritis. She’s wiggly and cuddly and very devoted to her people.
Her sensitivities extend to her tummy and her skin so her new person or family will have to take care to manage her diet and provide her with allergy controlling meds. Her sensitivity includes being very aware of who she knows and who is stranger. She’ll need careful introductions to new people. Some she will consider her own and love, and some will cause her to be wary. Penny gets VERY excited on walks and is reactive toward other dogs while on leash. We have managed that by turning around and keeping our distance. Despite reactivity on leash, once carefully introduced, she has loved being around other dogs of our friends and family. We suspect much of her anxiety might be helped with the right dog companion.
We’ve spent 6 years caring and loving Penny and we are looking for someone to take on care and love her throughout the next phase of her life.
The person that would be right for Penny would need to meet the following criteria:
Knowledge and experience of challenging breeds such as Dobermans and GSDs.
A living and working situation that allows for near constant companionship with Penny.
The means to meet ongoing management of veterinary and health needs including allergies, possible arthritis and suspected digestive sensitivities.
Penny will take all the love and devotion you can give and give it right back to you, looking right into your soul with her golden eyes.
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Dog: Primary Breed:
Doberman Pinscher
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
August 2018
Where did you get your pet?:
rescue
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
October/November 2018
Size (at full grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size.:
55
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
“Soccer”. Benebone chew toys, walks, cuddling
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Park it, sit, down, come, go lay down, look, “how do you do”,
Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?:
Penny is reactive on leash, needs long careful introductions to people visiting our home and then can still be unpredictable as to who she will love and who she will bark at if they try to interact. She has never bitten, but we have been very careful. She will occasionally “sprinkle” upon greeting us. She is ever alert and will react to outside noises.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Recently, not well. Since our move in July she has howled when we have left her. She used to be much better alone.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
noises outside, strangers, car rides (she tolerates them better but not a favorite)
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
eats a careful dry dog food diet, enjoys walks but they can get her more excited, she sleeps in our room on her bed.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
Sensitive stomach and skin, quite allergic. She get’s Cytopoint shots, takes Apoquel for allergies and takes Trazodone for her anxiety. We’ve reduced the number of ear infections through allergy testing and immunotherapy. She had a toe on her left rear paw amputated following unsuccessfully healing of a break, benign cysts like growths.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
monthly? Nail trimming using a Dremel, infrequent bathing, doesn’t require daily brushing but maybe weekly
Does your dog have any dental care routines (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)? :
Benebone Chews.
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
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?:
Her sensitivity and intuitiveness. She knows when you are sad or worried and will look you in the eye and place her paw on your chest.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
An experienced dog person and ready to love Penny and handle and perhaps value her energy, while helping manage her more difficult behaviors. We’d like her to be able to living in the house and be someone’s constant companion, we’d also hope she would have a large yard to play and “be a dog” in.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
Penny requires lots of love time and energy and we’ve poured all those things into her for 6 years. It’s our hope that a loving person and home will take her on for her next phase of life and provide love and care and fun.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Other, Not in List
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
We feel we’ve provided all we can to Penny and her needs are not fully being met living where we do.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
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?:
Dr. Kristi Lee, Brentwood Family Pet Care
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Spot and Tango Unkibble, Turkey. She can be picky or not eat occasionally. She has a sensitive stomach. Fatty foods and treats will upset her stomach.
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
City, State:
Brentwood, CA
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
Tailored: For pets with minor behavioral or special needs
