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Tinsel is 4 years old, female (approx. DOB 12-5-19), 51 lbs., vetted, is or will be spayed, and microchipped.
In my current host home (1 dog Ocean, 2 adults, average alone time, yard): • I am good with my BFF and would likely be good with other dogs • I may be good with cats but it’s unknown because I’ve never met one. I am curious about yard animals and don’t seem to have a prey drive, but the Robins in the yard seem to want me to play with them! • I have low-medium energy and am happy to go for walks. I play with Ocean for a short time but then love to go back inside with my human. • I am a bit shy and afraid of new people; I haven’t met a lot of new people in my life. • I would love to be the center of someone’s world and am so in need of affection and love. I am confident with my favorite humans. • I am crate trained and like my crate; it’s my safe space. Sometimes I even go in on my own when I want quiet time. I currently sleep in my crate at night and can’t wait to learn to sleep in my humans' room on my own bed! • I am potty trained and I haven’t chew items I shouldn’t! • I love mealtime; it’s my favorite! I LOVE food! I am learning to “Sit” and wait for my meals; I love to please my humans! • I don’t like being left in a room by myself; I love to be included in everything! • I have already learned these commands in training with my foster mom: Sit, treat, on your bed, let’s kennel up, no, get busy (to potty), and I am learning paw although it confuses me a bit. • I am afraid of cars and traffic; I think I lived in a quiet rural area in my past world. Noises and strange sounds take me a little time to get used to. Once I experience things a couple of times though I learn quickly what to expect!
Tinsel is a dog that needs her person’s love and approval. She would be happiest in a calm, quiet environment (rural vs city). She will do well with consistency, kindness, clarity, and structure. She is gentle and will win your heart with the way she looks at you. She needs someone with a big heart because we think she has been through a lot that we don’t know and you know what she is still so sweet even though she’s afraid sometimes. Tinsel wags her tail all the time. She is a very happy girl. She is a petite sweet (much smaller than the picture makes her look) who will be so grateful to whoever steps up as her hero!
If you are interested in adopting Tinsel please fill out an Application at www.Passion-4-Paws.org (please make sure you have the Vermont site not CT) - thanks!
Disclosure: Breed labels are often incorrect: we rarely know the genetic lineage of the dogs we rescue. Many shelters and rescues specify breeds based on appearance; however, research has shown that less than 2% of a dog’s DNA determines appearance! Passion 4 Paws does not practice the use of labels pertaining to compatibility with others or dog breed. Labels such as “dog friendly” and “child friendly” should be used with caution as they often over-simplify the personalities and behavior of dogs.
Tinsel is 4 years old, female (approx. DOB 12-5-19), 51 lbs., vetted, is or will be spayed, and microchipped.
In my current host home (1 dog Ocean, 2 adults, average alone time, yard): • I am good with my BFF and would likely be good with other dogs • I may be good with cats but it’s unknown because I’ve never met one. I am curious about yard animals and don’t seem to have a prey drive, but the Robins in the yard seem to want me to play with them! • I have low-medium energy and am happy to go for walks. I play with Ocean for a short time but then love to go back inside with my human. • I am a bit shy and afraid of new people; I haven’t met a lot of new people in my life. • I would love to be the center of someone’s world and am so in need of affection and love. I am confident with my favorite humans. • I am crate trained and like my crate; it’s my safe space. Sometimes I even go in on my own when I want quiet time. I currently sleep in my crate at night and can’t wait to learn to sleep in my humans' room on my own bed! • I am potty trained and I haven’t chew items I shouldn’t! • I love mealtime; it’s my favorite! I LOVE food! I am learning to “Sit” and wait for my meals; I love to please my humans! • I don’t like being left in a room by myself; I love to be included in everything! • I have already learned these commands in training with my foster mom: Sit, treat, on your bed, let’s kennel up, no, get busy (to potty), and I am learning paw although it confuses me a bit. • I am afraid of cars and traffic; I think I lived in a quiet rural area in my past world. Noises and strange sounds take me a little time to get used to. Once I experience things a couple of times though I learn quickly what to expect!
Tinsel is a dog that needs her person’s love and approval. She would be happiest in a calm, quiet environment (rural vs city). She will do well with consistency, kindness, clarity, and structure. She is gentle and will win your heart with the way she looks at you. She needs someone with a big heart because we think she has been through a lot that we don’t know and you know what she is still so sweet even though she’s afraid sometimes. Tinsel wags her tail all the time. She is a very happy girl. She is a petite sweet (much smaller than the picture makes her look) who will be so grateful to whoever steps up as her hero!
If you are interested in adopting Tinsel please fill out an Application at www.Passion-4-Paws.org (please make sure you have the Vermont site not CT) - thanks!
Disclosure: Breed labels are often incorrect: we rarely know the genetic lineage of the dogs we rescue. Many shelters and rescues specify breeds based on appearance; however, research has shown that less than 2% of a dog’s DNA determines appearance! Passion 4 Paws does not practice the use of labels pertaining to compatibility with others or dog breed. Labels such as “dog friendly” and “child friendly” should be used with caution as they often over-simplify the personalities and behavior of dogs.
Puppies up to 20 weeks - $395.00 (Adopter responsible for mandatory spay/neuter)
Dogs 18 months of age or younger - $375.00
Dogs 18 months to 7 years of age - $325.00
Dogs 7 years + one month to 9 years of age- $225.00
Dogs 9 years & older - Donation of your choice
Puppies up to 20 weeks - $395.00 (Adopter responsible for mandatory spay/neuter)
Dogs 18 months of age or younger - $375.00
Dogs 18 months to 7 years of age - $325.00
Dogs 7 years + one month to 9 years of age- $225.00
Dogs 9 years & older - Donation of your choice
Foster based! All of our pups are in homes so they can benefit from a home environment versus a boarding/shelter environment to prepare for their forever homes!
Foster based! All of our pups are in homes so they can benefit from a home environment versus a boarding/shelter environment to prepare for their forever homes!
More about this rescue
Passion 4 Paws is an animal rescue organization founded by Robin Shover of Shelburne, Vermont. Robin has invested many years learning best practices to rescue dogs primarily from death row at high kill shelters. Robin works very closely with Potters Angels Rescue out of Randolph, Vermont and decided the most effective way to save even more dogs is to continue working closely with PAR plus her own new entity in Chittenden County and surrounding areas. Many people who personally know Robin realize her "passion" and dedication to the dogs. P4Ps rescues dogs from high kill shelters, provides a safe environment with foster families and adopters, education for the community, and advocacy for animal rights. Our group will be staffed entirely by volunteers and will be served by a Board of Directors. Our efforts will be supported through donations, charity events, Corporate/Employee Benefit tax deductible donation programs, and the generosity of animal lovers from within the community. Our focus is on dog rescue only. All funds received will be used strictly for this purpose and will incorporate medical bills, transport fees, food and other items for the dogs, shelter fees, charity events, boarding, and training.
Passion 4 Paws is an animal rescue organization founded by Robin Shover of Shelburne, Vermont. Robin has invested many years learning best practices to rescue dogs primarily from death row at high kill shelters. Robin works very closely with Potters Angels Rescue out of Randolph, Vermont and decided the most effective way to save even more dogs is to continue working closely with PAR plus her own new entity in Chittenden County and surrounding areas. Many people who personally know Robin realize her "passion" and dedication to the dogs. P4Ps rescues dogs from high kill shelters, provides a safe environment with foster families and adopters, education for the community, and advocacy for animal rights. Our group will be staffed entirely by volunteers and will be served by a Board of Directors. Our efforts will be supported through donations, charity events, Corporate/Employee Benefit tax deductible donation programs, and the generosity of animal lovers from within the community. Our focus is on dog rescue only. All funds received will be used strictly for this purpose and will incorporate medical bills, transport fees, food and other items for the dogs, shelter fees, charity events, boarding, and training.
