Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Not good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Roxy, ~2 years old, 62 lbs *Roxy is available for adoption outside of Virginia, Maryland, and DC. * Good with: Dogs of similar size, Kids over 10 Not compatible with: Cats, Small dogs, Kids under 10 Follow my adventures on Instagram! Roxy has undergone a major 'glow up' and is ready to find her forever home. She attended a board and train where she learned tons of commands (sit, down, place, stay, come, heel, and more!) and how to navigate the world in a way that works better for everyone. She has also been with an awesome foster that maintains all of her skills and constantly seeks out ways to expand her horizons. With that, a few things to keep in mind about Roxy: Roxy loves other dogs...a little too much. And this can get her into trouble if she doesn't have a owner ready to call time outs and set boundaries. She loves to be chased by other dogs and wrestle but we consider her a "party girl" which isn't for everyone. Monitored 1:1 play with a dog of similar size/energy seems to be best for her. She tires pretty quickly and once the zoomies are out, she is happy to lounge around or self-entertain with her pals. We do not recommend the dog park or daycare for Roxy given the unpredictable nature of those settings. She also struggles with on-leash greetings but can comfortably pass other dogs on walks and has a beautiful loose leash heel. Roxy has high prey drive which means small, squeaky things or things that move fast can be really distracting for her. Prey drive is an instinctual behavior that every dog has to an extent but with a higher prey drive dog, it's important that owners understand the limitations that might come with that behavior. The good news is that high prey drive dogs are usually very smart, motivated, and quick to learn, which Roxy is! ​An ideal home for Roxy would be one where she could have a human for an adventure companion and someone ready to continue learning with her. She needs regular mental and physical stimulation (note, she is not high energy, just needs structured outlets) but is also happy to snuggle on the couch or nap in her crate while you are away. She could live in a structured home with another dog of similar size but is also content being the only dog. She should not live with small animals like cats, bunnies, toy breed dogs, etc. Roxy is crate and potty trained, does not struggle with separation anxiety, and is not a barker or destructive in the home. She loves hard and bonds quickly to her people. Always has a smile on her face and loves going for walks or playing fetch. Roxy can excel in the city since she's well adjusted to city life (not bothered by city noises or city life) but she’s not opposed to a fenced in yard where she can play and sunbathe. Check out this cute video of Roxy showing off her skills! Rural Dog Rescue wants Roxy to get to her forever home (wherever that may be). Our boundaries are usually within the DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia borders, but we know Roxy’s home may be outside of this and we will assist in getting her where she needs to be. We will also assist in getting you comfortable with her training and tools and connect you to a trainer for long-term support. If you are ready for a whip smart adventure pal that already comes fully prepared to navigate the world with you, c omplete an application today so we can schedule a meet and greet! My adoption fee includes: Spay/Neuter Surgery (unless I'm too to young!) Overall wellness exam Current on all core vaccines (including DHPP & rabies) Microchip Current on flea & tick and heartworm preventatives Interested in adopting a rescue dog? Please visit our Training, Tips, and More to review our training resources before you adopt! September 23, 2023, 1:54 pm
