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Posted over 8 years ago
| Updated over 8 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
German Shepherd Dog/Australian Kelpie
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut - with Black
Age
Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Female
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Needs experienced adopter
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
If you are over 18 years old and everyone in your household is on board with adopting a dog, please CALL us at 651-645-4370. We do not have an on-line adoption process and sending an e-mail will not speed up the process.
MAYA is a 40# Shepherd/Kelpie X who came to PUP from the Standing Rock Indian Reservation. A Good Samaritan rescued Maya’s mom (Bathsheba, a Shep-Kelpie X) a year ago. He turned her now-adult puppy, Maya, over to PUP this year.
Maya is non-demanding and easy to have around. While she can be playful, she is also happy just hanging out. She is fond of her dog bed, and it doesn't seem to matter to her if it is a tiny cat bed or a giant doggie couch. She enjoys playing with other dogs, although it takes her time to warm up to some dogs. Her favorite games are run-n-rassle and keep-away with a ball. She meets most new dogs well but can be uncomfortable meeting a rowdy or threatening dog. We originally thought she might prefer a similar sized dog if she were to join a multi-dog household, but she is doing just fine with a similar sized dog and a wee one. She is currently living with an 8# puppy and they are doing just great together with Maya showing infinite patience,(check out the video). She eagerly meets new people and loves children. She has not lived with any cats in her foster home but on the reservation she lived uneventfully with several cats (and horses).
She eagerly meets new people and loves children. On walks no one is a stranger and she is eager to meet and greet.
Maya is a calm, loving dog who is endearing and would make a wonderful new family member in most homes, but we recommend an adopter with shepherd or large dog experience as shepherds need a strong leader.
If you would like to see more videos of Maya go to Youtube Jeanne Weigum Maya.
Maya is spayed, heart worm and lymes negative, and is up-to-date on all vaccinations. Her adoption fee is $275. Because of her love of dog beds, one was donated for her to take along to her new home, and it is big enough to share with a friend.
