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Links is a long-term shelter dog. LIfe in an adoptive home with be a long-term journey. Here's what a new life with Links would look like:
The first 3 months Bonding with her new owner without introducing her to any outside influences or visitors to your home. If someone is coming over in that first 90 days, put her in a crate shut in a room. The focus will be on helping her feel trusted and secure with you. No visits to stores, dog parks, etc.
3-6 months+ If you have visitors, put her on a leash and instruct them to ignore her under all circumstances. Do not let them approach her, make eye contact or talk to her. Hold the leash firmly, calm her down by using treats and instructing with basic commands no "it's o.k. Links or any other talk that will feed into her insecure behavior." Once she is calm and in a sitting position, have the visitor toss her treats but ignore her. Focus on confidence building and positive introductions without making her feel unsafe. Once she is relaxed, put her in her kennel so you don't overstress or overstimulate her.
6 months + Once she starts to become relaxed with people coming into your home with low stress contact, allow her to approach people at her comfort level but instruct them not to reach out to her to pet her or invade her space without making her feel uncomfortable. At this point, it's about Links taking life and getting to know people at her comfort level without pushing her limits.
Links is a beautiful 4-year-old mixed breed dog who is looking for her forever home. She's house-trained, kennel-trained, and knows a variety of basic commands including sit, stay, come, uh-uh, wait, and ok. Links is a dream on a leash, making her an excellent walking companion.
This lovely girl is full of energy and loves to explore the great outdoors, especially when hiking (she's great at "getting the zoomies"!) Links adores water and enjoys car rides, so she's always ready for an adventure. When she's not out and about, Links loves attention and belly rubs. She's treat-motivated, which makes training and bonding with her a joy.
Links gets along well with other dogs and enjoys initiating play with her current canine foster sibling. While she may not immediately play with new dogs, she is always pleasant when meeting them. However, Links prefers a home without small kids or cats.
Though she is people-selective, Links' loyalty and affection are unmatched once she trusts you. She prefers indoor lounging but is making great progress with spending more time outside.
If you're looking for a devoted, playful, and adventurous companion, Links might just be the perfect match for you. Come meet Links and see if she's the missing piece to your family puzzle!
Links is a long-term shelter dog. LIfe in an adoptive home with be a long-term journey. Here's what a new life with Links would look like:
The first 3 months Bonding with her new owner without introducing her to any outside influences or visitors to your home. If someone is coming over in that first 90 days, put her in a crate shut in a room. The focus will be on helping her feel trusted and secure with you. No visits to stores, dog parks, etc.
3-6 months+ If you have visitors, put her on a leash and instruct them to ignore her under all circumstances. Do not let them approach her, make eye contact or talk to her. Hold the leash firmly, calm her down by using treats and instructing with basic commands no "it's o.k. Links or any other talk that will feed into her insecure behavior." Once she is calm and in a sitting position, have the visitor toss her treats but ignore her. Focus on confidence building and positive introductions without making her feel unsafe. Once she is relaxed, put her in her kennel so you don't overstress or overstimulate her.
6 months + Once she starts to become relaxed with people coming into your home with low stress contact, allow her to approach people at her comfort level but instruct them not to reach out to her to pet her or invade her space without making her feel uncomfortable. At this point, it's about Links taking life and getting to know people at her comfort level without pushing her limits.
Links is a beautiful 4-year-old mixed breed dog who is looking for her forever home. She's house-trained, kennel-trained, and knows a variety of basic commands including sit, stay, come, uh-uh, wait, and ok. Links is a dream on a leash, making her an excellent walking companion.
This lovely girl is full of energy and loves to explore the great outdoors, especially when hiking (she's great at "getting the zoomies"!) Links adores water and enjoys car rides, so she's always ready for an adventure. When she's not out and about, Links loves attention and belly rubs. She's treat-motivated, which makes training and bonding with her a joy.
Links gets along well with other dogs and enjoys initiating play with her current canine foster sibling. While she may not immediately play with new dogs, she is always pleasant when meeting them. However, Links prefers a home without small kids or cats.
Though she is people-selective, Links' loyalty and affection are unmatched once she trusts you. She prefers indoor lounging but is making great progress with spending more time outside.
If you're looking for a devoted, playful, and adventurous companion, Links might just be the perfect match for you. Come meet Links and see if she's the missing piece to your family puzzle!
Please note that we receive multiple inquiries daily. Response time may take up to 72 hours. If you are interested in a dog or cat, please submit a no-commitment application at tapsshelter.com or visit our shelter.
Applications are processed in the order that they are received. Our puppies and kittens are extremely popular and receive a significant number of applications. We ask for your patience as we work through them.
Shelter Hours
Tuesday-Friday 12pm-7pm
Saturday 12pm-6pm
Sunday 12pm-4pm (viewing only, no adoptions)
Closed on Mondays
Dog Adoption Fees
6 months and younger: $225
7 months to 7 years: $150
7 years and over: $25
Cats & Kittens
Up to 7 years: $40
7 years old and over: $25
Please note that we receive multiple inquiries daily. Response time may take up to 72 hours. If you are interested in a dog or cat, please submit a no-commitment application at tapsshelter.com or visit our shelter.
Applications are processed in the order that they are received. Our puppies and kittens are extremely popular and receive a significant number of applications. We ask for your patience as we work through them.
Shelter Hours
Tuesday-Friday 12pm-7pm
Saturday 12pm-6pm
Sunday 12pm-4pm (viewing only, no adoptions)
Closed on Mondays
Dog Adoption Fees
6 months and younger: $225
7 months to 7 years: $150
7 years and over: $25
Cats & Kittens
Up to 7 years: $40
7 years old and over: $25
TAPS-Tazewell Animal Protective Society was founded in 1958 in Pekin Illinois in a building donated by the City of Pekin on River Road. In 1979, rapidly rising river water forced the evacuation of the animals. Once again, the City of Pekin stepped in and donated a building for the animals. Several moves later, and with the help and generosity of many volunteers and community members, TAPS now has a new home at 100 TAPS Lane. Last year we celebrated 50 year of caring for the homeless animals of Central Illinois.
TAPS-Tazewell Animal Protective Society was founded in 1958 in Pekin Illinois in a building donated by the City of Pekin on River Road. In 1979, rapidly rising river water forced the evacuation of the animals. Once again, the City of Pekin stepped in and donated a building for the animals. Several moves later, and with the help and generosity of many volunteers and community members, TAPS now has a new home at 100 TAPS Lane. Last year we celebrated 50 year of caring for the homeless animals of Central Illinois.
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