Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Grace, estimated to be about 5 years old, whose remarkable resilience has carried her through life's challenges.She was abandoned when someone pulled over, set her out of a truck, and drove away. For quite a while, she survived on her own, relying on the kindness of people who stopped to feed her. She was understandably frightened and wouldn’t let anyone get close, but over time she began to trust one special person. After months of patience, Grace was finally safely trapped by her. Shortly afterward, it became clear she was pregnant. She gave birth to seven beautiful puppies. Being a first-time mom to such a large litter was overwhelming, so her puppies were raised separately, allowing Grace to finally focus on herself for the first time in a very long time.Today, Grace is a quiet, gentle girl who is still learning that the world can be a safe place. She isn’t the type of dog who demands attention or follows you from room to room. Instead, she’s an independent soul who enjoys having her own space while slowly building trust with her people.A fenced yard is a must for Grace, as she loves spending time outdoors and feels most comfortable when she has a secure place to explore. She thrives on routine and would do best with a patient individual or couple in a calm home who will let her move at her own pace. Once she feels safe, she enjoys gentle pets, walks nicely on leash, and quietly settles into daily life.Grace is fully housebroken, which tells us she likely had a home before being abandoned. She enjoys outings but can become overwhelmed, so introducing her to new places and experiences slowly will help her succeed.Grace has done well around other dogs, though a meet-and-greet is required with any resident dogs. She has also peacefully ignored chickens and would likely do well with a calm, dog-savvy cat that is comfortable sharing its space.Grace isn’t looking for perfection—she’s looking for someone willing to give her the time, patience, and understanding she was never given before. Watching this brave girl continue to discover what love and security feel like is incredibly rewarding, and we know the right family will see just how special she truly is.All known information about the animal is listed above. We do our best to give accurate information, but most of our dogs are rescues and do not come with a known historyName: GraceBreed: Cattle Dog/Catahoula Leopard (Breed mix is not guaranteed-no DNA testing done).Sex: FemaleAge: 5 years (estimated)Weight: 55Spayed/Neutered: YesVaccinations: Up to dateHeartworm: Positive on recent testing. PAWS covers the cost of entire treatment. You provide the TLC.Microchipped: YesBASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:Good with Children: No, kids would be too overwhelming for her.Good with Dogs: SelectiveGood with Cats: SelectiveAdoption Fee: $550.00 (includes transport fee when applicable) Location of dog currently: MassachusettsIMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England. Adoption fees cover pre-adoption veterinary costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age-appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England, if necessary. The adoption fee is set at a level that enables adoption; they do not cover our costs. Thank you for your generosity and interest in our dogs!Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse, whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONPaws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
