Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Not good with cats,
Needs special attention,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Sassy – A Sweet Soul Ready for a Fresh Start!
Sassy is a loving and resilient 7-year-old girl who is slowly blossoming into a friendly, engaging companion. She came to us after her owner moved into a nursing home, and over the past two months, we’ve had the joy of getting to know her unique personality and specific needs.
Sassy arrived overweight, which has been tough on her joints, but she’s making great progress! She absolutely loves her daily walks and needs an adopter who will help her continue her weight loss journey with plenty of exercise and a carefully measured diet. Her ideal weight is around 6-7 pounds, and she’s already working hard to get there. An adopter must be willing and able to take her on daily walks at a minimum. She has worked up to 20-minute walks with her foster mom.
Though she’s naturally a bit shy in new situations, Sassy is gaining confidence every day. With the help of a behavioral trainer, we’ve developed a simple, positive-reinforcement plan to help her feel more secure. She’s responding beautifully and has started engaging more with her foster family. She still prefers a home with female adopters only, as that is how she feels most comfortable.
Sassy is also on an inexpensive daily medication ($10/month) to prevent seizures, and since starting it, she’s been completely seizure-free! She’s a smart, affectionate girl who loves her people and has lived harmoniously with other small dogs and cats. She is also fully housebroken.
The ideal home for Sassy would be with a patient, dog-savvy owner who can continue to support her confidence and health journey. Due to her shy nature, a quieter home without young children would be best.
If you’re looking for a sweet, devoted companion and are ready to help Sassy live her best life, she’d love to meet you!
Could Sassy be your perfect match? Reach out to learn more! Email us at tysonsplacerescue@gmail.com for more information.
