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Posted over 6 years ago
| Updated over 6 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Australian Cattle Dog/Whippet
Color
Brown/Chocolate - with White
Age
Adult
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:
To MEET Dash - fill out an application. Cut and paste this link into your web browser:
http://welcomehomedogrescue.org/?page_id=716
*** Southern California Applicants Only ****
Apply to FOSTER: www.welcomehomedogrescue.org/how-you-can-help/foster/
Foster parents have the first option to adopt. We will provide all you need to foster.
ABOUT DESH
Breed: Australian Cattle Dog x Whippet
Weight: 39 lbs
Birthday: January 12, 2015
Personality: Whoever wins Desh's heart will be one lucky individual. Desh has the most gentle soul and is the sweetest. Desh is an easy dog in the sense that she is quiet, calm, and low energy - which are common characteristics of Whippets and Greyhounds. Desh never complains or wines, and seem to be appreciative of anything she receives. Desh is also independent and does well when left alone. Walks with Desh are enjoyable because she walks nicely on leash, is always quiet, and is nonreactive. But one thing for sure, this tall and slender beauty get lots of attention.
Desh is timid and reserved, mainly due to her unfortunate upbringing and poor socialization as a puppy. Therefore, she asks for time and patience to warm up to people. After she is comfortable, she is loyal and trustful.
Some of Desh's favorite activities include going for walks and car rides. Her favorite destination is the beach and the dog park. Desh is a nature-girl at heart and is the happiest laying in the grass or galloping through it.
Coat: Short, sheds
Training: Knows: "sit," "touch," "wait," "off," "potty time," "kennel" (goes into her crate), "bed time" (goes into the bedroom). Desh is learns words impressively fast and well. Walks very well on leash.
Potty trained: Yes but has not learned to alert people if she needs to go out.
Health: Mild Valley Fever. Valley Fever is a fungus infection found in the soil in warm climate areas. Valley Fever is very common in Arizona and therefore, the medication is readily available and affordable. Desh's infection is mild and she has never shown any symptoms. Her vet believes that Desh has a high chance of recovery.
History: Desh spent her first two years in a shelter in Arizona. She practically grew up in a cage and received little socialization. When the shelter finally shut down, Desh was rescued and was put in foster care the fall of 2016.
Later, Desh was adopted by a family in California. She was very adored and she received a lot of training. However, Desh was extremely fearful of one member of the household. After several months of trying to help her overcome her fear and seeing no progress, the family decided that Desh would be happier in another home.
Fostered in: Buena Park, CA
Type of home: Desh is looking for a person who is understanding, calm, and patient. She needs a home environment that is quiet.
Crate trained: Yes
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Kids: Yes
Good with Cats: Unknown
Adoption fee (non-refundable): $350
All dogs are fully vetted, tested for heartworm, microchipped, and up to date with vaccinations.
Our adoption process looks like this:
1. Adoption application review by WHDR board
2. Adoption application approval
3. Meet and greet
4. Home safety check
5. Final approval and adoption finalized
Our volunteers, donors and adopters mean the world to us! Without you, we couldn't do what we do - saving the lives of abused, neglected and abandoned dogs and providing them with a loving forever home.
