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My name is Rigatoni!

Posted over 4 weeks ago | Updated over 4 weeks ago

Cared for by Private owner (West Chester, PA)
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My basic info

Breed
Australian Cattle Dog/Belgian Shepherd
Color
Brown/Chocolate - with Black
Age
Senior
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
5585581

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Alert icon Not good with dogs
Alert icon Not good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

Why I need a new home

Infant, young children or pregnancy

My story

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

Rigtaoni (Rigs, Riggy, Toni, Queen Rigs) is 8 years old and is a wonderful, loving dog. She loves every human she meets, loves children, always has a waggle and a smile. She loves to chase tennis balls or frisbees. She is the sweetest <3

With the proper and slow introduction, Rigatoni has a few wonderful dog friends in her life - Oakley, Baily and others. But she is reactive to other random dogs.

Why do we need to rehome Toni? We have 3 children ranging from 2 to 7. Toni is part Belgian Shepherd and her guarding instinct have only grown as she's welcome each new child lovingly.
As our kids have grown, they now open doors and gates from yard and house. We live in an urban area (West Chester) and there are other dogs constantly walking by our house. We have had 3 issues where Toni has pushed through a door opened by kids to bite another dog. All 3 incidents have been minor with no one hurt but we feel like it is unfair situation to other dog owners, our kids and Toni to continue.
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Private owner (West Chester, PA)

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