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German Shepherd Dog (short coat) : : Female (spayed) : : Adult : : Large
About DAISY | |
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Be sure to read ALL information provided.
A PET IS FOR LIFE - NOT JUST FOR CHRISTMAS!
THINK ABOUT THE INVESTMENT!
DAISY was saved from a high kill shelter in Texas where dogs often have only 3 days to be saved. DAISY is spayed rabies, core vaccines, heartworm/tick disease tested negative, except for Ehrlichia. She is de-wormed, monthly preventatives and microchipped. At the time of rescue in the middle of December 2020, she weighed around 46.00 pounds and has an estimated date of birth 5 December 2017
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We cannot say for sure what breed she is, so we expect families to do their own research on her look and size and decide what breed you think she is and if you have the lifestyle suitable for her needs.
DAISY is extremely emaciated and as mentioned tested positive for tick-disease. Although she was showing no symptoms she has been put on a 30 days course of antibiotics as a caution. She also looks as if she might have had litters of puppies and so could have been used as a breeding dog and discarded when no longer of use - this is of course speculation as there is no way of knowing her history.
DAISY has only just arrived at the rescue, so there is not much information we can provide. She is in a kennel with access through a dog door to an outside run, where she can interact with other dogs through the gate panels. She has additional comfy dog beds in her kennel for comfort. She is in good spirits, she is still learning to go outside to do her business, which is another indication she has most likely been in a cage just to breed, but she is learning.
She is happy to see me and always gets up to come and say hello, she has a very gentle, sweet nature who deserves nothing but the best. In time when she has gained weight, gained muscle mass and worked on building her strength she will be an active girl.
Being an active dog, she is going to need a family with an active lifestyle who can give this gorgeous girl the life and love that she deserves. Her breed is an intelligent one, so a family must understand the importance of mental stimulation and have the experience, patience and understanding to work with this beautiful "diamond in the ruff" and polish her up to be an amazingly, intelligent girl she is.
She is going to need a special family to work with her through her recovery, she will need a high quality diet, nutrients, joint and bone supplements and lots of love. Gentle walks and as she gains weight and strength building on that.
More pictures and possible video's can be found on her page on the rescue website.
All dogs use dog doors to go out and do their business or to enjoy the cool, fresh weather in their dog runs or communal areas. We cannot say if a dog is house-trained, however, we expect families to understand that all dogs need a transition period and accidents could happen and training is most definitely needed.
You MUST understand that dogs need time to decompress and adapt to their new environment and home. It is a HUGE transition they make from the kill shelter, being vetted, on transport for 3 days and arriving in Maine where the temperature and such is very different to what they have only known. In rescue there is what is known as the "3 Point Rule" Days 1-3 your dog is stressed, anxious, confused as to where they are now. Weeks 1-3 your dog is adjusting, settling in, learning things. At the 3 month point, your dog understands they are home, and have built up a trusting relationship where they feel loved and secure.
All dogs are fed Rachael Ray Nutrish PEAK Natural Dry Dog Food, Grain Free Western Grasslands Recipe with Bison. Rachael Ray Nutrish Peak Dog Food receives the Dog Food Advisor’s second-highest tier rating of 4.5 stars.
DAISY is available for adoption for an adoption fee of $550
This fee is not negotiable and is used to cover the rescue costs of pulling, vetting, health certificate, transport from Texas to Maine, monthly preventatives, supplements, food, general day to day cost of running a brick and mortar rescue and anything else that is needed. Canadian adopters need to know that customs charge 15% taxes when entering into Canada.
Due to borders being closed, it is up to families to call the US and Canadian borders to find the current details on border crossing. Animal Welfare is deemed essential in the US, but quarantine rules entering back into Canada must be followed.
If you feel that you have the heart and home to give this precious soul a wonderful life, please go to our website, under the ADOPTION INFO tab, complete, then submit the APPLICATION. Our process takes around 1-2 days, and ensuring your references are aware that we will be calling, could speed up the process. Once you have been approved, we discuss any questions in regards to the dog you are wanting to adopt, then you complete and submit the contract, make payment and then we can work out the pick up / transport arrangements.
Please do NOT submit an application if you are not looking to take home a new best friend within the next few weeks.
ALL Dogs are LOCATED AT THE RESCUE IN SEBEC, MAINE. We post in various states along the east coast and Canada where we have had lots of successful adoptions to enable more exposure for these beautiful saved souls. Families will need to be prepared to travel to the rescue to meet and take home their new best friend. Sebec is located just outside the towns of Dover-Foxcroft and Milo (approx 8 miles) and approx 45 miles from Bangor. There are also lots of hotels, motels, pet friendly accommodations and wonderful camp-sites for the more adventurous families and what a great way to get to know your new best friend.
More about DAISY
Good with Dogs, Good with Adults, Somewhat vocal, Does Good in the Car, Requires a yard, Leashtrained, Needs special care, Timid, Affectionate, Intelligent, Even-tempered, Gentle
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