MARLEE (DEAF) ADOPTION PENDING - COLLIE (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Posted Breed: Collie (medium coat). To make the adoption process faster and easier, please visit .almosthomeohio and complete our online application! Marlee is deaf and 8mths old. Marlee is a sweet puppy who loves to play, enjoys going for walks and chewing on toys and loves being petted and loved. Marlee was also born deaf but that doesn't stop this playful puppy from living life to the fullest. She spent the first months of her life being an outside dog but has adapted quicky to being an inside, family companion. Since she was taught the joy of toys she happily plays tug of war and ball. She gets along with other dogs after some initial cautiousness and can be found participating in a rousing game of chase. Curious and interested in the world around her, Marlee keeps an eye on the birds soaring overhead and the geese in a nearby pond. She is affectionate with people and good natured. She does need some appropriate things to chew on, because at her age, chewing is still a typical behavior. There are cats in the home and she does not try to engage with them if they are lounging in a chair. If moving about, sh is tempted to chase them to engage in play, but if they stand their ground, she repects that communication and leaves them alone. As a deaf dog, she is learning hand signals for commands and has mastered Sit. Marlee needs a home with someone who has had experience with deaf dogs or is willing to work with someone who will help the forever family and Marlee to develop good techniques of communication and strategies for safety. She will need a fenced in yard. the adoption fee for Marlee is $500 Dont forget to visit our informative website, .almosthomeohio, for valuable information and interesting features.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Medium
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	Yes
  Activity Level:	Highly Active
  Fence Required:	Any Type
  Other:	Yard Required Likes to Play with Toys

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Obedient Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent Even-Tempered Gentle Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No