This helps Pima Animal Care Center with pet care costs.
My basic info
Breed
Australian Cattle Dog
Color
Merle
Age
7 years 3 months old, Senior
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
34 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
A880087
My details
Purebred
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Viejita is a gentle senior gal who was recently diagnosed with diabetes and is vision impaired. Despite the challenging cards she was dealt, she has so much character and is growing more and more confident and capable with every passing day. Her insulin treatment is helping her quickly regain strength and energy, and her mischievous, loving side has really begun to emerge! Despite her loss of vision, she quickly learned the layout of a foster home (and exactly where her food dish was located!) and she loved to follow the pitter patter of the other dog in the house to help her avoid obstacles and participate in little excursions. With a little time and lots of love, it is clear she will be an incredibly sweet companion.
Viejita loves treats, is house trained as long as she is let outside often enough (being diabetic makes her very thirsty), loves scratches and sniffing around the yard, and is happiest in a calm, patient and predictable environment as she learns to rely on her nose and ears to navigate the world.
Here’s what one volunteer at the shelter said:
“I met Viejita for the first time and she is such a brave girl! Since she couldn’t see me, I spoke to her and held my hand out for her to sniff, and she immediately made her way toward me. She allowed me to leash her up and guide her to a play yard, trusting me to keep her safe. In the play yard, she sat with another volunteer and just soaked up all the gentle affection she could get. This girl should be in a quiet home environment an I hope she can leave the shelter quickly.”
Viejita has been working with another volunteer to learn voice cues such as “clear”, “step” and “door” to navigate her surroundings better. That volunteer has also offered to work with Viejita’s future family to help her settle into her new home.
Viejita shares her kennel politely and has been easygoing when meeting other dogs in the shelter. She’s quickly captured the hearts of shelter staff, volunteers and everyone else she meets, and we can`t wait for her to find her forever home!
Viejita is a gentle senior gal who was recently diagnosed with diabetes and is vision impaired. Despite the challenging cards she was dealt, she has so much character and is growing more and more confident and capable with every passing day. Her insulin treatment is helping her quickly regain strength and energy, and her mischievous, loving side has really begun to emerge! Despite her loss of vision, she quickly learned the layout of a foster home (and exactly where her food dish was located!) and she loved to follow the pitter patter of the other dog in the house to help her avoid obstacles and participate in little excursions. With a little time and lots of love, it is clear she will be an incredibly sweet companion.
Viejita loves treats, is house trained as long as she is let outside often enough (being diabetic makes her very thirsty), loves scratches and sniffing around the yard, and is happiest in a calm, patient and predictable environment as she learns to rely on her nose and ears to navigate the world.
Here’s what one volunteer at the shelter said:
“I met Viejita for the first time and she is such a brave girl! Since she couldn’t see me, I spoke to her and held my hand out for her to sniff, and she immediately made her way toward me. She allowed me to leash her up and guide her to a play yard, trusting me to keep her safe. In the play yard, she sat with another volunteer and just soaked up all the gentle affection she could get. This girl should be in a quiet home environment an I hope she can leave the shelter quickly.”
Viejita has been working with another volunteer to learn voice cues such as “clear”, “step” and “door” to navigate her surroundings better. That volunteer has also offered to work with Viejita’s future family to help her settle into her new home.
Viejita shares her kennel politely and has been easygoing when meeting other dogs in the shelter. She’s quickly captured the hearts of shelter staff, volunteers and everyone else she meets, and we can`t wait for her to find her forever home!
Mon - Tues: 12-7pm
Wed - 1:30-7pm
Thurs - Fri: 12-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Must be checked in 45 minutes before close
2.
Meet the Pet
Once you have decided which pets you are interested in, sign in for an adoption counselor who will guide you through the adoption process.
3.
Take the Pet Home
Cats must leave in a carrier and dogs must leave in a carrier or on leash. We do have these available for purchase in our lobby store.
Additional adoption info
Year-Round Adoption Fees:
• Adult dogs $0
• Adult cats $30
• Puppies and kittens less than 4 months old $50
• A standard $20 dog license fee may apply
• Pets who have been waiting for more than 2 weeks for a family and pets over 5 years old $0 - Fee Waived!
Every adoption includes:
• Spay or neuter surgery
• First Vaccinations
• Microchip
• Vet visit certificate
• Pet insurance
Year-Round Adoption Fees:
• Adult dogs $0
• Adult cats $30
• Puppies and kittens less than 4 months old $50
• A standard $20 dog license fee may apply
• Pets who have been waiting for more than 2 weeks for a family and pets over 5 years old $0 - Fee Waived!
Every adoption includes:
• Spay or neuter surgery
• First Vaccinations
• Microchip
• Vet visit certificate
• Pet insurance
Pima Animal Care Center
4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 724-5900
HOURS:
Monday- 12-7pm
Tuesday - 12-7pm
Wednesday - 1:30-7pm
Thursday - 12-7pm
Friday - 12-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Must be checked in 45 mins before close for adoption and admission
Pima Animal Care Center
4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 724-5900
HOURS:
Monday- 12-7pm
Tuesday - 12-7pm
Wednesday - 1:30-7pm
Thursday - 12-7pm
Friday - 12-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Must be checked in 45 mins before close for adoption and admission
More about this shelter
As our community's only open-admission shelter, we have the largest selection of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens waiting to meet you. Learn more and see our pets at www.pima.gov/animalcare.
Need help with your pet? Call the Pet Support Center
The Pet Support Center is a phone-based resource for our community that strives to help people keep their pets. In addition to providing resources, information and counseling, support staff will schedule admission appointments for pet owners who decide they need to surrender their pets to PACC. Call us at (520) 724-7222 or visit the Pet Support Center webpage - www.pima.gov/petsupport to learn more.
As our community's only open-admission shelter, we have the largest selection of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens waiting to meet you. Learn more and see our pets at www.pima.gov/animalcare.
Need help with your pet? Call the Pet Support Center
The Pet Support Center is a phone-based resource for our community that strives to help people keep their pets. In addition to providing resources, information and counseling, support staff will schedule admission appointments for pet owners who decide they need to surrender their pets to PACC. Call us at (520) 724-7222 or visit the Pet Support Center webpage - www.pima.gov/petsupport to learn more.
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