Date into Rescue: 12/2/2023
Reason for being in rescue: owner release to shelter/owner having life problems and can't keep
Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet SC
Special Needs? Ash is spayed, up to date on vaccines and heartworm negative.
Weight: 21 lbs
Height: 15 in
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Fence needed? No, but a fenced yard would make her happy and give her space to zoom around.
What kind of home would be best for me? Ash is a girl full of energy, life, and love. Being that she is a full energy girl, Ash needs a high energy family. She would love to go on hikes, jogs, and runs with you, even a little biking if you don't go too fast for her. She also needs a family that can train her in commands such as sit, stay, down, come, the basics. We expect her to be a quick learner because she loves to please, especially with the attention that brings. A high energy home with children aged 10+ would be ideal, as most younger children haven't learned that dogs aren't like stuffed animals. A fenced in yard is not needed but when her humans are tired, and Ash still wants to play it would be a great place for her to tire herself out.
What is my personality like? Ash is the life of the party. She runs around like the Tasmanian Devil in those Bugs Bunny cartoons. She's not wreaking havoc like he does as she flits around from dog to dog and person to person, urging them to play with her. She just wants everyone to have a blast and enjoy life as much as she does. When playtime is over Ash is more than happy to snuggle and cuddle with you. You supply the pets and she'll supply the kisses.
Ash is fine with both dogs and cats but being so active she at times may annoy older dogs, and some cats. When they give her a warning she is quick to back off, so the situation doesn't escalate. Her new owner will have to teach her how to be a good girl on a leash while walking.
How do I act when I first meet new people? Ash doesn't know the word stranger. And stranger danger? Please. It's the stranger who will be in danger as Ash dashes to them with a warm tail wagging and happy welcome. She will jump up on folks.
Other tips and tidbits: Our vet estimates Ash's birthdate to be 11/29/2018.
Ash's breed is just a guess. She looks like a tiny, dainty little fox. She's just gorgeous but yes - she will shed.
House trained? Dogs can be house trained if they are in the right environment and are allowed to follow a schedule as long as a physical reason doesn't keep them from being trained. A dog house trained in my home may not be in yours. We will help you teach your new dog this necessary skill and based on your schedule.
Spayed / neutered.