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My name is Snow White!

Posted over 3 months ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

3

Approve Application

4

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $250

This helps New Hampshire Sled Dog Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Siberian Husky
Color
Gray/Silver/Salt & Pepper - with White
Age
Senior
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Snow White is an extremely special gal, and to be 100% upfront, we are going to be EXTREMELY picky on what home she gets placed into.

Snow White is a 12 year old, Siberian husky. She is altered and up-to-date on vaccines. She is dog friendly. She is low-medium energy. She is afraid of children. We don't have cats, or small animals, so we cannot speak to her behavior around them.

Snow White (and a few others) came to us in 2012 as part of an owner surrender / hoarding situation. She was not socialized and has always been extremely fearful of humans, when she first arrived she might as well have been classified as feral.

During her time with us, we found that on the line running is where she really shined. At the end of a run she would feel confident, and calm, enough to enjoy some pats and loving from the crew. As much as she enjoys running, the time has come where she really can't be doing it any more for preventative health reasons (she is 12 years old after all).

Snow White is an extreme flight risks (ie: she will be uncatchable if she becomes loose). She also takes a VERY long time to warm up to new people (but is not fear aggressive). She needs an adopter that doesn't mind having a companion that is appreciative, and sweet, just not outwardly affectionate in the "normal" dog way.

We are looking for a home that is in a country/rural setting, is husky savvy and ideally has experience with shy dogs (or the willingness to hire a behaviorist to teach the necessary tools).

Also, the ideal home would have a second dog (or more). Snow White does best with other dogs around. She will actually mimic other dogs energy and looks to them for behavioral cues. We truly believe this would help her come out of her shell faster in a new home.

A home without kids is a must, not because she is mean, or aggressive, but because they really overwhelm her and freak her out. We also worry that younger kiddos may accidentally leave a door open too long, etc. creating more opportunities for a scared Snow White to escape.

If you've read this far, you are amazing! We mention all of this not to sound discouraging, but to let potential adopters know what to anticipate as far as what we are looking for since Snow White is a "special case" of sorts.
Rescue
New Hampshire Sled Dog Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Address
Jefferson, NH 03583

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

3.

Approve Application

4.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We have a comprehensive adoption process that includes: a questionnaire/application, reference check, in person meetings, etc. We understand that this process may seem lengthy, but we want to ensure everyone both two and four legged is being setup for success. Our adoption fee is $250 and covers: health certificate, microchip, DHLPP and Bordetella vaccines, and spay or neuter.

Go meet their pets

To learn more about our adoptable sled dogs or to schedule a visit please feel free to contact us via phone (1-603-545-4533) or email (info@dogslednh.com). We would be delighted to answer all of your questions and help you find a sled dog that would be a great fit for you!

More about this rescue

The NH Sled Dog Rescue, History and Education Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit entity that focuses on taking in rescue and second chance sled dogs, providing education to the public about northern breed dogs, preserving New Hampshire dog sledding history and finding furrever homes for the sled dogs in our adoption program. To learn more, visit our website: www.nhsdrhec.com or like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/nhsdrhec