Grove City OH 43123
***Please note, once completing the initial screen you will be connected with the placement for a video chat. Transports run every few weeks and we will have the dog on the next available transport once approved. If you are not able to accept a dog until a specific time period, please apply at that time*** We are a volunteer run rescue and donate our time to these dogs. IF you are not serious about moving forward in our adoption process, please do not apply. If someone other than yourself is part of the decision making process, please make sure you have spoken with them and they are on board. We really do not want to waste anyone's time if you are not serious about adopting this dog. ___ Meet Michelle! This 3-year-old spayed female Staffordshire Terrier mix weighs in at about 48 pounds and is currently thriving in a foster home in Houston, Texas. She’s ready to transport to an approved adopter and can't wait to find a forever family of her own. Michelle was rescued from euthanasia at a high-kill shelter and has been making the most of her second chance. She’s incredibly friendly, affectionate, and social, especially with other dogs. She loves playing and napping with her doggy foster siblings. While she’s a bit bigger than her playmates and can sometimes get a little carried away, it’s never aggressive—just enthusiastic—and she’s great at picking up on their cues and adjusting her behavior. Outside, Michelle has plenty of playful energy and enjoys running around with her friends. Inside, she settles beautifully and spends a lot of her time lounging or snoozing. She knows when it’s time to wind down and is a happy, mellow house companion. Michelle has met children ages 8 and up and was very sweet and loving with them. However, she does tend to jump when she’s excited, so we recommend a home with kids 12+ or dog-savvy younger teens who can handle her enthusiasm. She’s fully housebroken, crate trained, and even chooses to hang out in her crate during the day. She’s very food motivated and learns quickly, but like many rescue pups, she’s still working on her manners. She can be a little sneaky around food—she’ll try to steal treats or finish off another dog’s meal if given the chance—so she’s fed separately and does best with guidance at snack time. Luckily, she responds well to redirection. Michelle walks fairly well on leash but tends to pull and walk out in front. Continued leash training and structure will help her keep improving. She also loves to chew, especially on sticks or things she finds outside, so supervision and crate time when unsupervised are important. She’s also a bit of an escape artist and can scale fences, so a secure yard or leash walks are a must. That said, she would do great in an apartment or urban setting as long as she gets consistent exercise and enrichment. Quirky and affectionate, Michelle loves to be near her people—literally. She often plops her entire upper body onto your lap or hovers over you when you're sitting on the couch, just to be close and soak up the attention. Michelle would thrive in a home with another friendly dog and a family that can offer her love, structure, and playtime. She’s a goofy, lovable girl who will bring joy, laughs, and plenty of cuddles to her future home. ___ ***Listed BREED and AGE - We are taking our best guess & recommendations from our veterinarian on age, breed and size when fully grown. We rarely know a dog's exact age nor are we able to tell the true or full breed mix of dogs as our information is limited most of the time. *** Interested in applying to adopt her? Fill out an adoption application at the link below! https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DDAR/Dog
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