WILLOW - EXTENDED PROFILE
Name – Willow
Status – Foster available for adoption
Type - Dog
Breed – Shar Pei mix (Father confirmed as a white, blue eyed, Shar Pei)
Date of Birth – 4/1/24 (10 Months)
Color – White and Blue Merle
Eyes – Green
Ears – Slightly Cocked Ears
Claws – White
Tail – Undocked
Altered - Yes (Spayed 11-20-24)
Distinguishing Marks – Eye-patch over Left Eye
Weight - 36 lbs (Expected to be around 40 lbs as an adult)
Allergies – Yes
Crate Trained – Yes
Housebroken – Yes
UTD on Vaccinations – Yes
Rabies – Yes
Microchip – Yes
Dewormed – Yes
Flea treatment – Yes
Heartworm – Negative
Collar Requirements – Leather collar
Leash Requirements - Standard, Rope, or Leather
Medications – OTC Medicated Shampoo as needed
Overall Physical Health – Health (9) - (1-3= Poor, 4-6 =Fair, 7-8 Good, 9-10 Excellent)
Weight (5) - (1=severely emaciated, 5 – 6 normal, 10 = morbidly obese)
Puppy is in excellent health. She is given a 9 due to her allergies.
Willow is a Deaf Dog, however, this does not affect her health or change her health score.
***NOTE*** Willow will need a bath 1-2 times a week to keep her skin in good condition.
Overall Mental Health – Excellent (5) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow has excellent mental health for her age. This puppy is vibrant, playful, and a sponge for learning.
She has acclimated very well in the short time she has been in rescue and excelled at learning sign language.
People – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow has been socialized with kids and adults but does show initial reserved behavior.
It does not take long for Willow to warm up to people, but she does have a some shyness in the beginning.
Children – Excellent ( 5 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow was raised with a small child, so she has experience with young children.
She could probably fit in easily with most families that have children.
Dogs – Excellent ( 5 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow did not initially live with other dogs, but she had some exposure to an older dog in the neighborhood without issue.
She currently is living with a Golden retriever, and American Rottweiler, 3 large mixed breeds ranging from 70 - 100lbs, and a Chihuahua. She acclimated quickly to them and is very social and playful with them. She does have a more dominant personality, but not leadership quality. She would probably be a middle pack member in any home with other dogs. She has no problem folding to another dog's natural higher dominance and is not insecure in hers at all. Though Willow is on a learning curve, she has picked up dog cues very fast and the other dogs have learned quickly that she cannot hear and have resorted to other methods of visual communication rather than noise.
Update 11-29-24
We believe Willow would probably do best in a home with another dog(s). She feels secure and watches the other dogs for clues all the time. Willow is easily independent, but she benefits from playful interactions with other dogs. She also enjoys cuddling up with other dogs on the floor, furniture, or on your lap.
***NOTE*** Willow would do best in a home with another dog as other dogs often naturally become 'Hearing Assistance' dogs. While she can be an only dog, it would be better for her on many levels to be part of a pack with one or more dogs.
Cats – Excellent ( 5 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow has lived with and around cats her whole life and melds well with them. She doesn't have a high prey drive and listens when cats say no with visual cues. So far she doesn't seem the type to care much about cats either way. If they choose to interact with her positively she will probably do the same or ignore them. She would probably play with a cat that wants to play with her. Since she grew up in an area that has a high cat volume and is home to a Protected Feral Cat Colony, she has had a lot of exposure to all manner of cattitudes.
Update: 11-29-24
Sometimes she will bark at the more interactive cats because she wants them to play.
So far, she hasn't been shown to chase cats.
Willow can be content to lay or sit with you while sharing a lap with a cat.
***This page will be updated with this particular puppy's cat compatibility as it is further known with their development. (aka whether all cats, dog savvy cats, or least likely to happen...no cats are best for them) ***
Pocket Pets – Unknown ( ? ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
If a family has pocket pet it would be best to play with them behind closed doors and in their enclosures when they are not as they have not been exposed to them just yet. Pocket Pet introductions should be done carefully with caution and safety in mind for both animals.
With her personality she may do ok with Pocket Pets, but they should be introduced slowly and carefully as she is a puppy and could accidentally harm them.
Behavioral Issues – Minimal ( 2 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = None and 5 = Many
Willow has been taught many good behaviors by her previous owners. All puppies can get into trouble/mischief and it is extremely important that the new puppy parent do their part to continue their education with positive reinforcement to promote good behavior through appropriate discipline and training.
At this time Willow does not present with any major behavioral issues. Most general puppy things she's already grown out of. Willow is 100% Crate Trained. She is fully potty trained and had only had a couple of protest pee accidents when she first came into the rescue. This isn't entirely uncommon when a puppy first comes into rescue. They sometimes revert for a short time. Since she has been here for the last 2 months, she doesn't do this anymore. She doesn't chew on things she isn't supposed to and generally stays out of trouble.
Willow's rating of 2 is due to her occasionally trying to counter surf. She's bad at it and easily caught, but if something is within easy reach she may try to grab it when the kitchen is empty of humans. The fix is easy as she is short. Simply keep things further back on the counter out of reach when the kitchen is unoccupied.
Energy – Medium ( 3 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Low and 5 = High
Puppies have puppy energy. Although it varies from puppy to puppy, she has a healthy amount for her age.
Willow is a pretty easygoing puppy. She's probably not the dog to go on long runs with anyone, but she is happy to play around, go on short walks, and engage with other dogs. She could fit into most homes easily that have low to moderate activity.
General play everyday will probably be enough to wear her out but short walks or running around with other dogs would be good for her mentally and physically. It is very important to be mindful of the Florida heat during outside activities because of her skin coloration. Willow has pink skin and has white hair. This means she is very susceptible to sunburn and may need sunscreen for prolonged exposure to direct sun.
Barking – Minimal ( 2 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Minimal and 5 = Very Often
Willow isn't a big barker. A common misconception about deaf dogs is that they cannot bark. They can, and she is capable.
Willow will sometimes bark at another dog while playing. Her prior home was a single trailer, so she could always see where everyone was and what they were doing. Due to this, Willow initially had mild anxiety when she came into the rescue and wasn't used to people being out of her line of sight. Since she cannot hear where you are, she did bark to get your attention. Its was just a couple of barks and then she gave up. Since she's been here a couple months now, she is used to seeing us come and go and she understands we are coming back and doesn't this any longer. It is expected she will probably do the same in the beginning in her new home for the first couple weeks if there is a barrier (such as a gate) where she cannot follow.
Otherwise, she does sometimes 'talk' softly to you. Similar to a husky but not nearly so frequent or loud!
Swimming – Unknown ( ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
As we no longer have access to a pool at this time, we aren't sure how well they can swim. It is best that puppies use a life jacket just to be safe. We can help with tips and/or demonstration on how to teach puppies to swim for pool owners. It is imperative that a pool owner teach their dogs how to swim and be able to find the stairs to get out (especially if they do not have a pool fence) ensuring that their adopted dog does not drown.
* Chances are most of them will be decent swimmers but some of the heavier/larger puppies may require more caution.
As Willow is a deaf dog, she should have a life jacket regardless of how well she swims if she is in any kind of open water (river/lake/ocean). She should be monitored in pools until it is known how well she can swim and knows where the steps are to get out. Willow should also be kept on a lead of some sort when in any kind of open water as she will not be able to hear someone call for her and being a smaller dog, she may not be able to see as well over any kind of waves.
Toys – Excellent ( 5 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow has displayed excellent behavior with toys. She chews on their bones and teething toys, tug and chew ropes. She likes to share (and steal!) toys with other dogs without squabbling, has not injured thinner rubber type toys or balls, not torn apart plushies/woobies,or otherwise intentionally harmed any of the playthings.
Willow is very good with toys at this time and is not destructive with them.
She loves them and will be very happy if showered with many of them! (Please Do!)
***NOTE*** We highly recommend getting a Bark Box Medium subscription.
Known Commands:
Look at Me, Sit, No, Go Potty, In, Crate, Quiet, Play, Eat, Outside, Good Girl, Bad, Off, Leave It, Come, Hi/Hello, Go, Go Around, Up, Night Night, Her Sign Language Name
***NOTE*** All her commands are in Sign Language and most have been adjusted when needed to be accomplished with one hand in case you are holding something in the other. Willow is very smart and wants to please. The adopter must be willing and able to learn her Sign Language commands. A notebook will be provided along with her at time of adoption with all her commands to reference.
Nicknames: None (Only because she can't hear them XD )
Commands Working On -
All Commands are being worked on as she is a puppy! Keep in mind, Willow is learning sign, so remember to be patient.
Wait, On, Up, Back, Drop, Come, Drink, Yes, Stay, Down, Take, Stop, Enough/Done, Give Space
Other Notes:
Update 11-29-24
There is so much to say about this little dog!
Willow is such a sweet, fun little dog. Although she is 36 lbs, you wouldn't know it. She isn't very large and is surprisingly light on her feet. We learned this quickly as she is very good at sneaking into laps! Whether you are in a recliner or on a couch, she's got the stealth of a cat. Willow is a smart puppy. She catches on to things very quickly. She learned most of her sign language within the first 3 days and grasps new commands fast. She has learned to 'turn off her eyeballs', lol. This is a common thing for deaf dogs to do. Its the equivalent of ignoring being called or giving 'the butt' that dogs who can hear do. She will turn her head away so she can't 'hear' you signing at her. This is mostly just when she's being told no, but that also means you know she knows she's understanding that she shouldn't do whatever that is anymore. We have several solutions to getting Willow's attention, which we will go over with the new owner. The easiest when she is outside or further away in the house is the other dog(s) reacting. If she sees them move she will watch where they are going and then quickly look to where the humans usually are for instruction. Willow is an intelligent girl who is good at problem solving and adaptation. She is really well set up to be deaf because of this. Her being deaf does not hold her back in any way. She doesn't need pity, she just needs a home with people who will treat her like any other dog.
Willow has adapted well to schedules and would perform best if there is a general schedule. A regular adherence to a schedule (within a 1-2 hour variance) will help both her and her owner significantly as she will be able to predict how things are and react accordingly. Here, she knows when to wake up, when to go outside, what time lunch and dinner are, when playtime/free time is, when its time to settle down, and when its night night. While Willow can be in a home where she would be going on leash walks to go potty, an enclosed yard would be easier for her and her owner. This has several reasons including: Less worry about her running around and being unable to recall, safety of not accidentally running in a road or dangerous situations, getting lost if she somehow slips her lead or the leash gets pulled out of someone's hands, the owner having to concentrate more on surroundings. A yard is also a better option as it will allow free play interactions with other dogs and people. It is not recommended that Willow goes to a dog park as she won't be able to always see whats coming or hear warnings from other dogs. Going to play dates or Doggie Daycare situations is a better plan if the new owner doesn't have a yard.
Willow has some cute charms that make her adorable. She is very wiggly. When she sees her people or animal friends she wags her whole body. Her ears are just the best. With one that does a flop forwards and the other with the very tippy top flopping a little backwards. She is world class at giving the Side - Eye and its hilarious. Willow is a champion cuddler. She has a funny personality and is very playful. She really loves all toys and will play with every single one she can find. She also wants other dogs to play with her with the toys. She loves playing tug with them. When it comes to treats, Willow has the most gentle take we've ever had. Its obvious she was trained to take treats from a small child and be very aware of where her teeth are. Willow is truly a joy to have around. Being fun, intelligent, loving, and sweet makes her such a great little dog. Her pictures never do her enough justice for how cute she is!
****Notes will be forthcoming as her evaluation progresses***
Home Requirements or Recommendations:
Willow would do best in a home with the following:
An enclosed yard
Other dog or dogs (she works very well in a pack)
Low to moderate activity home (she's not about to be running marathons but she is moderately active)
More than one hooman companion
Willow is fine to be in a home with the following:
Cats of just about any personality or social level
Non aggressive dogs
Kids of any age
Elderly or Disabled individuals
Willow can be in a home like this with conditions:
Someone who works full hours if they have another dog(s) for company
An Apartment/Condo/villa/Townhouse is fine as long as the owner can commit to extra precautions for walking/potty
As an only dog but not left alone for more than a few hours. Would require frequent play dates or doggie daycare scenario.
A home with an in ground pool is fine but she MUST be taught how to swim, initially with a life jacket, AND be able to successfully find the stairs and get out of the pool on her own. A pool with safety fencing is generally preferred. She cannot have access to an above ground pool that uses ladders to get in and out.
Boat owners:
Must have a life jacket on her at all times for her safety.
Agree to make sure she is secured in open water with a long lead (not retractable)
Be able to secure her while the boat is in motion
Status – Foster available for adoption
Type - Dog
Breed – Shar Pei mix (Father confirmed as a white, blue eyed, Shar Pei)
Date of Birth – 4/1/24 (10 Months)
Color – White and Blue Merle
Eyes – Green
Ears – Slightly Cocked Ears
Claws – White
Tail – Undocked
Altered - Yes (Spayed 11-20-24)
Distinguishing Marks – Eye-patch over Left Eye
Weight - 36 lbs (Expected to be around 40 lbs as an adult)
Allergies – Yes
Crate Trained – Yes
Housebroken – Yes
UTD on Vaccinations – Yes
Rabies – Yes
Microchip – Yes
Dewormed – Yes
Flea treatment – Yes
Heartworm – Negative
Collar Requirements – Leather collar
Leash Requirements - Standard, Rope, or Leather
Medications – OTC Medicated Shampoo as needed
Overall Physical Health – Health (9) - (1-3= Poor, 4-6 =Fair, 7-8 Good, 9-10 Excellent)
Weight (5) - (1=severely emaciated, 5 – 6 normal, 10 = morbidly obese)
Puppy is in excellent health. She is given a 9 due to her allergies.
Willow is a Deaf Dog, however, this does not affect her health or change her health score.
***NOTE*** Willow will need a bath 1-2 times a week to keep her skin in good condition.
Overall Mental Health – Excellent (5) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow has excellent mental health for her age. This puppy is vibrant, playful, and a sponge for learning.
She has acclimated very well in the short time she has been in rescue and excelled at learning sign language.
People – Good ( 4 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow has been socialized with kids and adults but does show initial reserved behavior.
It does not take long for Willow to warm up to people, but she does have a some shyness in the beginning.
Children – Excellent ( 5 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow was raised with a small child, so she has experience with young children.
She could probably fit in easily with most families that have children.
Dogs – Excellent ( 5 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow did not initially live with other dogs, but she had some exposure to an older dog in the neighborhood without issue.
She currently is living with a Golden retriever, and American Rottweiler, 3 large mixed breeds ranging from 70 - 100lbs, and a Chihuahua. She acclimated quickly to them and is very social and playful with them. She does have a more dominant personality, but not leadership quality. She would probably be a middle pack member in any home with other dogs. She has no problem folding to another dog's natural higher dominance and is not insecure in hers at all. Though Willow is on a learning curve, she has picked up dog cues very fast and the other dogs have learned quickly that she cannot hear and have resorted to other methods of visual communication rather than noise.
Update 11-29-24
We believe Willow would probably do best in a home with another dog(s). She feels secure and watches the other dogs for clues all the time. Willow is easily independent, but she benefits from playful interactions with other dogs. She also enjoys cuddling up with other dogs on the floor, furniture, or on your lap.
***NOTE*** Willow would do best in a home with another dog as other dogs often naturally become 'Hearing Assistance' dogs. While she can be an only dog, it would be better for her on many levels to be part of a pack with one or more dogs.
Cats – Excellent ( 5 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow has lived with and around cats her whole life and melds well with them. She doesn't have a high prey drive and listens when cats say no with visual cues. So far she doesn't seem the type to care much about cats either way. If they choose to interact with her positively she will probably do the same or ignore them. She would probably play with a cat that wants to play with her. Since she grew up in an area that has a high cat volume and is home to a Protected Feral Cat Colony, she has had a lot of exposure to all manner of cattitudes.
Update: 11-29-24
Sometimes she will bark at the more interactive cats because she wants them to play.
So far, she hasn't been shown to chase cats.
Willow can be content to lay or sit with you while sharing a lap with a cat.
***This page will be updated with this particular puppy's cat compatibility as it is further known with their development. (aka whether all cats, dog savvy cats, or least likely to happen...no cats are best for them) ***
Pocket Pets – Unknown ( ? ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
If a family has pocket pet it would be best to play with them behind closed doors and in their enclosures when they are not as they have not been exposed to them just yet. Pocket Pet introductions should be done carefully with caution and safety in mind for both animals.
With her personality she may do ok with Pocket Pets, but they should be introduced slowly and carefully as she is a puppy and could accidentally harm them.
Behavioral Issues – Minimal ( 2 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = None and 5 = Many
Willow has been taught many good behaviors by her previous owners. All puppies can get into trouble/mischief and it is extremely important that the new puppy parent do their part to continue their education with positive reinforcement to promote good behavior through appropriate discipline and training.
At this time Willow does not present with any major behavioral issues. Most general puppy things she's already grown out of. Willow is 100% Crate Trained. She is fully potty trained and had only had a couple of protest pee accidents when she first came into the rescue. This isn't entirely uncommon when a puppy first comes into rescue. They sometimes revert for a short time. Since she has been here for the last 2 months, she doesn't do this anymore. She doesn't chew on things she isn't supposed to and generally stays out of trouble.
Willow's rating of 2 is due to her occasionally trying to counter surf. She's bad at it and easily caught, but if something is within easy reach she may try to grab it when the kitchen is empty of humans. The fix is easy as she is short. Simply keep things further back on the counter out of reach when the kitchen is unoccupied.
Energy – Medium ( 3 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Low and 5 = High
Puppies have puppy energy. Although it varies from puppy to puppy, she has a healthy amount for her age.
Willow is a pretty easygoing puppy. She's probably not the dog to go on long runs with anyone, but she is happy to play around, go on short walks, and engage with other dogs. She could fit into most homes easily that have low to moderate activity.
General play everyday will probably be enough to wear her out but short walks or running around with other dogs would be good for her mentally and physically. It is very important to be mindful of the Florida heat during outside activities because of her skin coloration. Willow has pink skin and has white hair. This means she is very susceptible to sunburn and may need sunscreen for prolonged exposure to direct sun.
Barking – Minimal ( 2 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Minimal and 5 = Very Often
Willow isn't a big barker. A common misconception about deaf dogs is that they cannot bark. They can, and she is capable.
Willow will sometimes bark at another dog while playing. Her prior home was a single trailer, so she could always see where everyone was and what they were doing. Due to this, Willow initially had mild anxiety when she came into the rescue and wasn't used to people being out of her line of sight. Since she cannot hear where you are, she did bark to get your attention. Its was just a couple of barks and then she gave up. Since she's been here a couple months now, she is used to seeing us come and go and she understands we are coming back and doesn't this any longer. It is expected she will probably do the same in the beginning in her new home for the first couple weeks if there is a barrier (such as a gate) where she cannot follow.
Otherwise, she does sometimes 'talk' softly to you. Similar to a husky but not nearly so frequent or loud!
Swimming – Unknown ( ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
As we no longer have access to a pool at this time, we aren't sure how well they can swim. It is best that puppies use a life jacket just to be safe. We can help with tips and/or demonstration on how to teach puppies to swim for pool owners. It is imperative that a pool owner teach their dogs how to swim and be able to find the stairs to get out (especially if they do not have a pool fence) ensuring that their adopted dog does not drown.
* Chances are most of them will be decent swimmers but some of the heavier/larger puppies may require more caution.
As Willow is a deaf dog, she should have a life jacket regardless of how well she swims if she is in any kind of open water (river/lake/ocean). She should be monitored in pools until it is known how well she can swim and knows where the steps are to get out. Willow should also be kept on a lead of some sort when in any kind of open water as she will not be able to hear someone call for her and being a smaller dog, she may not be able to see as well over any kind of waves.
Toys – Excellent ( 5 ) *Based on a 1-5 scale with 1 = Poor and 5 = Excellent
Willow has displayed excellent behavior with toys. She chews on their bones and teething toys, tug and chew ropes. She likes to share (and steal!) toys with other dogs without squabbling, has not injured thinner rubber type toys or balls, not torn apart plushies/woobies,or otherwise intentionally harmed any of the playthings.
Willow is very good with toys at this time and is not destructive with them.
She loves them and will be very happy if showered with many of them! (Please Do!)
***NOTE*** We highly recommend getting a Bark Box Medium subscription.
Known Commands:
Look at Me, Sit, No, Go Potty, In, Crate, Quiet, Play, Eat, Outside, Good Girl, Bad, Off, Leave It, Come, Hi/Hello, Go, Go Around, Up, Night Night, Her Sign Language Name
***NOTE*** All her commands are in Sign Language and most have been adjusted when needed to be accomplished with one hand in case you are holding something in the other. Willow is very smart and wants to please. The adopter must be willing and able to learn her Sign Language commands. A notebook will be provided along with her at time of adoption with all her commands to reference.
Nicknames: None (Only because she can't hear them XD )
Commands Working On -
All Commands are being worked on as she is a puppy! Keep in mind, Willow is learning sign, so remember to be patient.
Wait, On, Up, Back, Drop, Come, Drink, Yes, Stay, Down, Take, Stop, Enough/Done, Give Space
Other Notes:
Update 11-29-24
There is so much to say about this little dog!
Willow is such a sweet, fun little dog. Although she is 36 lbs, you wouldn't know it. She isn't very large and is surprisingly light on her feet. We learned this quickly as she is very good at sneaking into laps! Whether you are in a recliner or on a couch, she's got the stealth of a cat. Willow is a smart puppy. She catches on to things very quickly. She learned most of her sign language within the first 3 days and grasps new commands fast. She has learned to 'turn off her eyeballs', lol. This is a common thing for deaf dogs to do. Its the equivalent of ignoring being called or giving 'the butt' that dogs who can hear do. She will turn her head away so she can't 'hear' you signing at her. This is mostly just when she's being told no, but that also means you know she knows she's understanding that she shouldn't do whatever that is anymore. We have several solutions to getting Willow's attention, which we will go over with the new owner. The easiest when she is outside or further away in the house is the other dog(s) reacting. If she sees them move she will watch where they are going and then quickly look to where the humans usually are for instruction. Willow is an intelligent girl who is good at problem solving and adaptation. She is really well set up to be deaf because of this. Her being deaf does not hold her back in any way. She doesn't need pity, she just needs a home with people who will treat her like any other dog.
Willow has adapted well to schedules and would perform best if there is a general schedule. A regular adherence to a schedule (within a 1-2 hour variance) will help both her and her owner significantly as she will be able to predict how things are and react accordingly. Here, she knows when to wake up, when to go outside, what time lunch and dinner are, when playtime/free time is, when its time to settle down, and when its night night. While Willow can be in a home where she would be going on leash walks to go potty, an enclosed yard would be easier for her and her owner. This has several reasons including: Less worry about her running around and being unable to recall, safety of not accidentally running in a road or dangerous situations, getting lost if she somehow slips her lead or the leash gets pulled out of someone's hands, the owner having to concentrate more on surroundings. A yard is also a better option as it will allow free play interactions with other dogs and people. It is not recommended that Willow goes to a dog park as she won't be able to always see whats coming or hear warnings from other dogs. Going to play dates or Doggie Daycare situations is a better plan if the new owner doesn't have a yard.
Willow has some cute charms that make her adorable. She is very wiggly. When she sees her people or animal friends she wags her whole body. Her ears are just the best. With one that does a flop forwards and the other with the very tippy top flopping a little backwards. She is world class at giving the Side - Eye and its hilarious. Willow is a champion cuddler. She has a funny personality and is very playful. She really loves all toys and will play with every single one she can find. She also wants other dogs to play with her with the toys. She loves playing tug with them. When it comes to treats, Willow has the most gentle take we've ever had. Its obvious she was trained to take treats from a small child and be very aware of where her teeth are. Willow is truly a joy to have around. Being fun, intelligent, loving, and sweet makes her such a great little dog. Her pictures never do her enough justice for how cute she is!
****Notes will be forthcoming as her evaluation progresses***
Home Requirements or Recommendations:
Willow would do best in a home with the following:
An enclosed yard
Other dog or dogs (she works very well in a pack)
Low to moderate activity home (she's not about to be running marathons but she is moderately active)
More than one hooman companion
Willow is fine to be in a home with the following:
Cats of just about any personality or social level
Non aggressive dogs
Kids of any age
Elderly or Disabled individuals
Willow can be in a home like this with conditions:
Someone who works full hours if they have another dog(s) for company
An Apartment/Condo/villa/Townhouse is fine as long as the owner can commit to extra precautions for walking/potty
As an only dog but not left alone for more than a few hours. Would require frequent play dates or doggie daycare scenario.
A home with an in ground pool is fine but she MUST be taught how to swim, initially with a life jacket, AND be able to successfully find the stairs and get out of the pool on her own. A pool with safety fencing is generally preferred. She cannot have access to an above ground pool that uses ladders to get in and out.
Boat owners:
Must have a life jacket on her at all times for her safety.
Agree to make sure she is secured in open water with a long lead (not retractable)
Be able to secure her while the boat is in motion
'I looked at all the caged animals in the shelter...the cast-offs of human society.
I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal, and I was angry.
"God," I said, "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?"
God was silent for a moment and then spoke softly.
"I have done something," he replied,
"I created you."
The Animals Savior - Jim Willis
I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal, and I was angry.
"God," I said, "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?"
God was silent for a moment and then spoke softly.
"I have done something," he replied,
"I created you."
The Animals Savior - Jim Willis
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