Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Have you lapsed on that New Years resolution to go for more walks, spend more time in nature, or become a runner? Are you looking for an accountability buddy to stop you from saying, "Eh, maybe next year?" Our girl Nova would love nothing more than to be the one who's by your side every step of the way on those walks, hikes, runs, or any other dog-friendly physical activities. If you're looking for motivation, then Nova is looking for you!
Nova is current on her vaccines, spayed, and microchipped. Her personality can be summed up with three words: Athletic, Confident, and EXTROVERTED! Staff and volunteers say that there is no one that Nova doesn't want to meet, and of course, play with.
Nova's energy level is certainly a 9 out of 10. Of course she'll be ready for some good cuddles once she gets her surplus of energy out, but she is still a large older puppy on the very cusp of adulthood!
She is working on her housetraining, with quite a bit of success! In any new environment she will require some patience as she adjusts to a new routine.
She should do well in a home with children of all ages given proper introductions and appropriate supervision at first, considering her large size and energy level. Due to her exuberant playstyle, she is required to meet any future dog siblings, as some dogs may not tolerate her love for rough-housing. We are unsure how Nova would do with cats.
Nova's favorite activities include: Playing with any and all toys (Especially rope toys), running like the wind, chasing her tail, and getting her butt scratched.
Things she'll need to work on include: manners on leash, realizing her size/strength, and basic commands. She knows Sit, Down, Speak, and is working on "Shake." She also knows her name, and comes when she is called!
Doggy Day Out Notes:
"She did great! She was a little nervous at first, as to be expected. Once she was able to move around a bunch and burn some energy off, she calmed down a bunch. Her car riding ability got really good throughout the day and even laid down for a bit in the front seat!"
"Nova really enjoyed her DD outing today! She has a lot of energy so we went on a walk, hike and played back at the house! She is very friendly towards humans and wanted to say 'Hi' to everyone who came across our paths. I love Nova's playful side and that comes out with having a good rope toy to play with! Such a sweet, outgoing gal who was so much fun to hang out with🩷"
"Today nova and I went on 3 walks! Unfortunately it was raining, but that didn’t stop us. We curled up together on my bed and practiced some tricks. Nova was very eager to please! I was very much expecting nova to be very high energy, but part way through the day, her whole demeanor changed and she calmed down. From today’s experience, I feel that she gets excited when meeting new people and doing new things, but calms down relatively fast and fully relaxes. Nova practiced her tricks and was very eager to please."
Any special needs: Dog Meet Required
Nova's adoption fee is: $300
*If you are interested in adopting, please start by filling out an application available on our website and email it to us. https://www.couleehumane.com/adopt-an-animal
