Ivy – 11 to 12 Months Old Black Female Lab Mix (possibly with Shephard) 52 lbs Not yet spayed
Background: Ivy was abandoned in front of a Pet Smart store where an employee found and took her home while his parents searched for a family. A few employees showed interest in adopting her but needed time to make arrangements in their households. The parents agreed to give her shelter, but when those employees backed out they had no choice but to continue taking care of her. When it looked like it would take a long time to find a new home they started puppy training to make their lives easier.
From the family who was caring for her: While she is a beautiful and healthy dog, we could not possibly take her camping with us in our small trailer, or keep up with her energy so we sought out GGLRR.
What Ivy's Fosters Say: IVY is a very smart and sweet girl. She has adorable yellow eyes and a shiny healthy black coat.
- FAST and GOOD LEARNER: In the limited time she has been with us, we can confidently say that she is very well behaved and a fast learner. In just 2 weeks she went from an extreme puller to an easy walker, and we did it with positive reinforcement. Of course she has her willfulness - but that is in a balance that makes her a lovely puppy.
- VERY Play Motivated : Loves to play and loves her toys. In the park she wants to be the hoarder of all the balls around. It is getting better as she is learning to not chase other balls, just her own. One particular ball is her Kryptonite! She can easily play for about an hour and half. Friendly with other dogs and plays with them nicely. She is 50/50 with her recall, though she never crosses the limit of the park (it is an open unfenced park).
When bored at home, she will not hesitate to let you know with a deep sigh or some whining.
- Easy with FOOD: Ivy is not a picky eater, though we have pampered her with a mix of Milk/Yogurt or sometimes one egg in her Kibble and she enjoys it. Doesn't beg for food/treats and is very patient. Will let you know if she is hungry just by a gentle lick on the hand or face. We can eat our dinner peacefully and she just goes away with "NO". Haven't had a single incident where she has jumped on the counter or table with food on it. She loves her post-dinner treat which is usually a carrot or a dental stick.
- PETTING: Ivy loves her belly rubs though at her own accord. Would not care for it while playing in the park.
- Grooming and shower: Not a water lover. She has started to not resist her baths, but is scared of the blower after. Loves to be combed. Doing her nails will be the trickiest. DOES NOT LIKE HER PAW TOUCHED. Neither PetSmart nor the vet were successful in getting her nails trimmed as she gets very distressed.
- NON Destructive: I CANNOT emphasize enough on this part!!! We have played cards on the floor, done craft things, have a lot of things on display which are well within her reach and she will not try to disrupt or destroy. Curiously smell maybe but that's about it. The only thing she chases around the house are her toys. Never seen her running wildly around the house either.
What Ivy's Rescue Rep Says: Ivy is a sweet, young, energetic girl. She would do well with an active person or family and one where she's not left alone for long periods of the day. She is smart and will require regular exercise to stimulate her mind and body. She likes to chase the ball and play tug of war. Ivy's first caretakers took her to doggie daycare and have been told that she likes to play chase with other dogs and gets the zoomies. She can sometimes play rough and the older dogs don't like it. She is very interested in squirrels and chases them off so probably not good with cats. Ivy sleeps in a crate through the night. Ivy was recently moved into a GGLRR foster home.
Medical: Ivy is in great health, up to date with core vaccines, heartworm tested (negative) and needs to be spayed. A recent trip to the vet revealed Ivy may need hernia repair which GGLRR will have done at the same time of her spay.
Located In: Milpitas
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