MINNIE - TERRIER / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Minnie is a 3 year old terrier mix who has been in her current home for only a few weeks. She came from a Queens shelter where she was brought in as a stray. She was adopted by a well meaning family, but their resident dog and Minnie have not been able to be off leash together in the house. It appears to be because of the energy level and barkiness of the resident dog. Outside on leash, Minnie showed us that she likes the resident dog and wanted to approach him and play, but he has little or no experience with other dogs and didn't seem appropriate with her. When we first met Minnie inside, she was cautious and shy and wouldn't approach us, although she seemed to want to because she chose to not leave the room! With her owner, she was responsive and affectionate and once on leash outside she was instantly more relaxed and affiliative. When we came back inside, she was ready to be friends and allowed petting and handling and for us to see the sweet silly playful girl she is. Minnie is crate trained and mostly housetrained. She is good in the car and does well with being handled. She seemed to be very dog friendly and does not chase cats when she sees them outside on walks. Minnie is a cuddle bug and loves to play with toys. We noticed slight mouthiness while playing with her with her toys, but we believe she is a great candidate for some positive rewards training. She does seem to know 'sit'. This adorable little pit mix is the sweetest girl once she feels comfortable and would most likely do well in a family (owner says she is great with 6 yr old grandson who visits) and with another dog or as the only. Minnie needs a little time to settle in and feel secure but would make a great companion if someone would just give her the chance! Minnie will be brought up to date on vaccines and tested for heartworm. Minnie has been spayed/neutered and has a microchip. Her adoption fee is $450. Adopting a dog is a commitment that will require annual veterinary care at a minimum, training, exercise, enrichment, etc. Pet care is not cheap or easy and adopters should consider the costs, time and training prior to adoption. After all these dogs have been through, they deserve a loving, committed home. CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION!

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Grooming Needs:	Low
  Likes to Vocalize:	Quiet
  Shedding Amount:	Moderate
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Other:	Crate Trained Housetrained Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Timid Affectionate Eager to Please Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No