Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Not good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Hi, my name is Elsie and I am a Lab X with a DOB of 10/22/22 (approx 50lbs). I am a native to Minnesota where I was found roaming the streets in St Paul. Animal Control was kind enough to give me a lift as I thought it was to my house. But, actually it was to the nearest doggie jail where no one claimed me. I am a sweet girl but I do have a few quirks I need to mention: I have resource guarding with toys, balls & bones with other animals ONLY and NOT with humans. You just need to take all my toys, hide them and I can play with other dogs in harmony. I just think the toys are mine and no one else. Lastly, I am NOT a fan of the kennel and am very crafty on escaping the bar like jail that my foster mom puts me in. Because of this I now have my own “No Break Kennel”. This now keeps me out of trouble when I’m home alone. I do bark at first when my foster mom leaves me but I settle down. Meanwhile, I’m taking a calming chew daily. Therefore, there are no shared walls for this girl. A girl my age must be in athletic shape to jump / climb gates & fences, which by the way, I’m quite the pro. So, a tall fence or a tie out is recommended. Car rides may be a bit of a challenge as I like to ride a shotgun but then go back and forth. They make a doggie seat belt as I have been told and I guess that should be used for any car rides in the future. I chew only on approved doggie toys when my foster mom is around such as stuffed animals, bones, and tennis balls. I have been known to chew items that are NOT doggie approved, so close supervision is recommended remember I’m still a puppy. You may throw a tennis ball or two and perhaps I’ll drop one near your feet. But that may be a 50/ 50 shot and I do think for my age that’s pretty good odds. I am learning not to dash out the door when it’s open. I’m just very excited to follow my foster mom wherever she goes. My Foster mom is teaching me to walk on a leash without pulling her down the block, she bought me a hot pink gentle leader (I'm the prettiest girl on the block now) and is teaching me basic commands such as heal and stay for starters. I have to say, so far so good as I do enjoy my walks in the neighborhood. I'm learning not to jump on people or tables. I'm getting better but this will take time as I just get excited and I want to investigate. Potty training is a hit and miss, I go outside for the most part, but I don't always tell my foster mom I have to go potty. She has to look for ques and body language. This will take time as well, but slowly, I'm getting it. My foster mom says I'm a diamond in the rough, just a few polishes here and there... I will be a good dog for someone. Don’t underestimate my petite size as I can win you over with my cute wrinkled face. I should mention some of my GOOD qualities: I just love belly rubs and scratches behind my ears. I do lick your face in pure enjoyment as I know I will be getting a scratch here and there in return. I love sleeping in bed but only for a short time. I have NO reaction to barking dogs, vacuum cleaner or even the lawn mower. Just mow the lawn and I will follow behind you. I will do well with a family who may want to explore agility classes or even daily running. I love playing with my foster brother but I do sometimes get the zoomies and do circles around my foster brother. (He gives me a funny look) I’ve been trained to lay down when there is any human food around, NO begging is allowed in this household. I do require some kind of exercise, either walking or running and I prefer a 5-6’ fenced yard. NO cats for this girl! Here is the reason why - If you have a squirrel, bird or rodent issue, NO problem I stalk quietly at first --then chase them away for you. I get along with dogs of any size and kids. What more can you ask for? I would love a family who can do activities with me (this keeps my mind sharp) and I can chill at the same time. Are you my forever home? Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Interested in adopting this lovable animal? Please go to our website www.wagsmn.org and fill out an Adoption Application. Once the application is processed, a Wags representative will contact you, answer any questions you may have, and set up a time/location for a meet and greet! A home visit is required prior to adoption. Thank you for choosing to adopt! Breed and temperament determination: Wags & Whiskers Animal Rescue attempts to determine breed and temperament using a combination of looks, information provided to us at intake, and our experience with the animal while in our Rescue. We do not guarantee this determination. December 8, 2023, 9:41 am
