Name: Moxie
Sex: Female
Age: 3 years old
Breed: German Shepherd mix
Weight: 48lbs
Compatibility with other dogs: Good with dogs
Compatibility with cats: Good with cats
Compatibility with kids: Older kids best
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
House trained: Yes
Doggy door trained: No
Crate trained: Yes
Activity level: High
Obedience training: Has basic training
Personality/Behavior: Leash trained, Crate trained, Does well in a car, Lap pet, Playful, Timid/shy, Skittish, Affectionate, Intelligent, Gentle, Goofy
Requirements: Meets the whole family; Moderate level of grooming; Active home for high energy dog; Introductions with any dogs in the home MEET MOXIE!!! Meet Moxie!
This cautious and curious gal follows the lead of her two foster dog friends, but at a little slower pace or from a distance.
She is quite timid with new people at first.
It will
take a week or so for her to gain your trust to search out petting, cuddles etc.
When Moxie is unsure, she reverts to her "safe space" which is her crate.
She is happy in her crate and often is found in there without being asked.
When it is time to leave, simply
ask her to go into the crate and she unders
tands (a treat can also help to motivate/reinforce good behavior)
.
She is fine in the crate up to 8 hours, but it is not
required.
S
he has been left
unattended and
uncrated (
w
ith doggy door for 8 hours) with no issues.
Moxie is very food motivated, and thus
quite easy to train.
She is 100% potty trained.
Moxie uses the doggie door and learned to do so very quickly.
Moxie loves to play and will need to be adopted into a home with other active dogs, or at least with an active owner (runner, hiker, etc).
When it is time to rest, she finds a good spot and sleeps through the night.
Once she fully trusts, she
is
likely to give you morning wake-up kisses or jump into be
d (if invited) for some cuddles.
She is a very affectionate dog, just
on her terms.
Moxie will require an owner with some patience willing to give her the time and space needed to settle in.
The best things come to those who wait! Moxie will come with a
leash, food, a "slow feeder", plenty of toys, and FREE dog sitting if the new owner goes on vacation! If you are interested in meeting this dog, please visit our website for our online application