Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
-ESTIMATE WEIGHT FULL GROWN: 36 lbs
-ESTIMATED AGE: 8 years old
-KNOWN WITH DOGS: Moxie does not like other dogs
-KNOWN WITH CATS: Moxie would not do well with cats
-KNOWN WITH KIDS: Moxie does well with older kids! Toddlers and louder kids make her quite nervous
-KNOWN CUES: sit, down and find it
-KNOWN HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING: Moxie is housebroken, though not crate trained. However, she's well behaved up to 8 hours alone a day!
-KNOWN LIKES: head scratches, nap time, and licking dinner plates when she is given the opportunity!
-KNOWN DISLIKES: other dogs and toddlers
ABOUT THIS ANIMAL:
Meet Moxie!
A spirited almost nine-year-old Korean Jindo currently in Ashburn, VA, whose quiet strength is matched only by the golden glow of her soft tan coat.
Moxie’s journey began far from here, but today, she’s searching for a peaceful home where she can thrive as the devoted companion she was born to be. At 36 pounds, she’s a medium-sized girl with a gentle soul and a deep love for routine, calm surroundings, and her favorite thing in the world, head scratches! She’ll happily sit beside you, nudging your hand every now and then just to remind you she’s there and ready for more love.
Playtime is an event for Moxie! She enjoys a good game of tug and takes great pride in disarming squeaky toys with expert precision. She also loves the great outdoors, especially when she gets to explore the neighborhood on long-leash walks or keep an eye out for backyard critters. Moxie is fully house-trained, does well when left alone for short periods, and knows commands like “sit,” “down,” and “find it.”
That said, Moxie needs a guardian who understands her boundaries. She has a history of resource guarding, particularly around food and high-value toys, and there have been a few instances where she has bitten when those boundaries weren’t respected. For this reason, Moxie is looking for a confident, experienced pet parent who uses positive reinforcement and is comfortable supporting her continued behavior management. She does best in a structured environment where she can feel safe and understood.
Moxie is not compatible with other pets and would do best as the only animal in the home. While she enjoys affection from older children and teenagers, she is not suited for homes with young kids due to her need for predictability and space. Thunderstorms can unsettle her, but a calm, reassuring presence helps her ride them out.
Moxie is a loyal, affectionate girl who’s ready to be the center of someone’s world. Could that someone be you?
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If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out our dog adoption questionnaire and e-mail any questions to: 'messagemarybeth@gmail.com'
PLEASE VISIT THIS WEBSITE TO FIND THE ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE:
http://www.homewardtrails.org/adopt-a-pet/adoption-forms/
HOW TO MEET THIS ANIMAL: Fill out the application and we will follow up with you! We will connect you to his foster!
LOCATION: An amazing Foster home
ADOPTION COORDINATOR: Mary Beth Maggio
ADOPTION FEE: Adult dogs: $475
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HT ADOPTION INCLUSIONS:
-Spay/Neuter
-First 3 distemper series vaccines and dewormings
-Rabies vaccine* age appropriate at time of adoption
-Microchip - lifetime with no registration fees
-Current on heartworm preventative
-Current on flea/tick preventative
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EXCLUSIVE HTAR ADOPTER BENEFITS:
-$15 off your first chewy order of $49.00 or more
-Exclusive pet insurance offers
- $250 coverage at any VCA Hospital in the country
-COMPLIMENTARY FIRST EXAMS at 10 DC-Area veterinarians
- Free year-round dog training
- KEEP YOUR PET SAFE: Homeward Trails is proud to offer PetLink GPS trackers that will allow you to know where your pet is in real time.**Exclusive for HT Adopters (does not include subscription plan): $50 Check it out here: https://landing.petlink.net/gps-dog-tracker
-A portion of EVERY ADOPTION FEE supports spay/neuter efforts in under resourced communities
-Free doggy day care offers
-EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS for Homeward Trails events and merchandise
-Win a $50 Amazon gift card
