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My name is Laika!

Posted over 3 weeks ago | Updated 1 day ago

Cared for by Private owner (Belmont, MI)
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Adoption fee: $75

My basic info

Breed
Australian Shepherd
Color
Merle
Age
Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
23 lb (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
8038465

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Alert icon Not good with dogs
Alert icon Not good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained
Checkmark in teal circle Microchipped
Checkmark in teal circle Crate-trained
Checkmark in teal circle Leash-trained
Checkmark in teal circle Heartworm negative

My personality

Why I need a new home

Infant, young children or pregnancy

My story

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

Laika is a beautiful 6-year-old red Merle Mini Australian Shepherd. She has been with us since she was 8 weeks old, and it breaks our heart to have to seek a new home for her. She has struggled to adapt since the birth of our child, and as baby becomes more mobile this strain is becoming more and more evident. Laika is a sweet and sassy girl who is eager to please and does best with adequate stimulation and exercise. She would be best served with owners who are experienced with this breed. She loves swimming in shallow water, hikes, ice cubes, and anywhere she can run wide open. She is very intelligent and treat-motivated. She knows basic commands, is housebroken, crate-trained, and does not chew or exhibit other destructive behaviors. She can be protective over her food and her crate, and can be nippy in these circumstances. She has lived with cats, who she tolerates but herds. She gets along with dogs she is familiar with. She should absolutely NOT be in a home with young children.
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Private owner (Belmont, MI)

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Adoption fee $75

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