Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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For Adoption: Rosey Posey!
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Rosey Posey is a 4-1/2 year old Cocker Spaniel with a soft, golden coat, expressive eyes, and an absolutely adorable face that quickly wins hearts. Rosey is a petite girl who weighs 9 kg . She has a gentle presence and a sweet, sensitive personality. Her name suits her perfectly—she is a delicate and lovely little dog who is slowly blossoming with patience and care.
Rosey Posey came from a breeding mill situation. She had no exposure at all to the outside world prior to coming into rescue. As such, she requires ample patience and care. She shows signs of being afraid to be picked up, as she was mishandled in the mill. She will seek love and attention if we are sitting in a neutral stance, and if her foster brother approaches us first. As with all mill dogs, confidence gaining is a slow progression; she is already much more brave than when we got her and will continue to blossom with further exposure to the world around her and with love and compassion.
Rosey Posey would do well in a calm and quiet adult only home. Noises and quick movements startle her. She seems very interested in children, maybe because they are smaller and less threatening, and could do well with visiting children while properly supervised, but a home with children will be too busy and noisy for her at this time. Gentle teens would be fine for her as well. In the home, Rosey Posey can go up and down stairs no problem. She likes walks on leash, but still checks behind her and keeps an eye on you as she walks. She had never been on a walk before rescue so there is a lot to take in. She currently gets a 30 minute walk daily at minimum. She is a moderate energy dog and her exercise needs can be met with daily walks and yard time
One of Rosey Posey's most endearing qualities is the way she slowly melts into affection once she feels safe. She enjoys the companionship of her calm foster brother, and seems more secure when he is around. She would fare best with another dog in the home, but could be the only dog as long as her people are experienced with timid dogs and know that it will take longer for her to be brave in new situations if she doesn't have a canine role model to pattern off of. Rosey Posey has a beautiful coat that will require regular grooming and brushing to keep her comfortable and healthy. She can handle fur brushing, although runs away when done. Her breed of dog will need a few visits to the professional groomer as well and she will require a groomer very skilled with mill dogs who will take things slow and not scare her.
She is currently learning her house-training routine and is becoming more accustomed to going outside for bathroom breaks. Rosey hasn't signalled the need to go outside yet, and has had a few accidents in the house if she isn't being carefully supervised. She needs to be taken out many times as you would a puppy, and crated if she isn't being watched. On her crate schedule (going outside immediately after crate time) she is more successful with house-training. Rosey Posey doesn't seek out her crate but when she is in she settles easily and benefits greatly from having a predictable, quiet place of her own. The crate has been an invaluable tool in helping Rosey Posey adjust to home life and build confidence at her own pace. She is crated during the day while at work, and at night when sleeping. She continues to make steady progress with everyday experiences and will thrive with adopters who celebrate small but meaningful victories.
Rosey Posey does well in the car when crated. She is quiet and settles. She loves her foster brother, and has found comfort in following his lead. She enjoys meeting dogs on a walk, and is not reactive. She hasn't noticed squirrel friends yet.
Rosey Posey is currently learning the basics of living in a home environment, including house training, routine handling, and confidence-building exercises. She is making progress every day and responds best to patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement. Continued training and gentle exposure to new experiences will help Rosie become a more confident and comfortable companion. She is not suited to a first time dog owner, but will do well with those with experience in training a dog and can work with her to build her skills and confidence.
Rosey has received all the necessary veterinary care and is continuing her transition into a healthy family pet. She has been assessed by a veterinarian and is in good health. Despite her nervousness, she has handled veterinary visits well. At this time, her primary needs are continued emotional support, routine veterinary care, and ongoing ear care which is common for her breed. We discovered she is allergic to certain vaccinations, so an anti-histimine protocol would be necessary with any further vaccinations. Rosey Posey also has a faint heart murmur, which is common for her breed.
Rosey Posey is a truly special little dog who is looking for a patient and loving forever home that will allow her to continue blossoming at her own pace. She will do best in a calm household with a predictable routine, gentle handling, and ideally another friendly dog to help guide her. While she may not be the dog who immediately runs up to greet strangers, Rosey Posey offers something incredibly rewarding: the chance to earn the trust and love of a dog who has overcome a difficult beginning. Watching Rosey Posey relax into a soft bed, lean in for quiet pets, and slowly discover that people can be kind is a privilege—and the family who gives her that chance will be rewarded with a deeply loyal and loving companion.
Name: Rosey Posey
ID # PDR1536
Age: 4.5 yrs
Gender: female
Spayed: yes
UTD vaccines: yes
Breed: Cocker Spaniel
Colours: red
Coat length: med
House trained: yes
Special needs: no
OK with kids: teens
OK with cats: yes
Ok with dogs: yes
Status: adoptable
Microchip: yes
Size: med
Location: Cambridge
Adoption fee: $700
