Shandy might be a little shy when she first meets new people, but give her a chance, and she quickly shows her playful and affectionate side. She absolutely loves going for walks, especially walks that allow her to follow her nose wherever it leads. This girl revels in taking in all the sights and smells around her! Treats are her favorite motivator and she'll happily do almost anything for a tasty reward!
Shandy is looking for an active, patient home where she can take things at her own pace and feel comfortable growing into her full, loving self. If you're looking for a loyal companion who just needs a little time to warm up, Shandy could be the perfect match for you.
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE:
36 lbs.
HOME TYPE:
House. No apartments or homes with shared walls as Shandy can be vocal.
CHILDREN:
No- Shandy can be nervous and has shown resource guarding.
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS:
No- Due to possible prey drive.
OTHER DOGS:
Yes- Dogs potentially compatible.
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL:
High; will need a lot of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY:
Experience with northern/natural breeds is required. Her new family should be familiar with the common behaviours and traits associated with these types of breeds.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS:
Two in-person training sessions to work on basic training, manners, socialization and resource guarding.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER:
This girl loves people once she feels comfortable.
FAVOURITE THINGS:
long walks, treats, and play time!
For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions
At HSKWSP we do not assign our dogs or cats with a breed as we cannot guarantee the specific breed that they are. All dogs are labelled as small, medium and large breed and cats are labelled as DSH, DMH and DLH based on their characteristics.
***NOTE*** Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.
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