Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Not good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Graycie!
Graycie is a smart, loving, playful girl who has been through a lot and is still learning that she’s safe. Once she trusts her people, her happy personality shines through and she’ll shower you with affection. She’s looking for an experienced, confident family who understands shepherds and is willing to provide the structure and consistency she needs.
- Smart, affectionate, playful, and very food motivated
- Loves cuddling and thinks she’s a lap dog—she especially enjoys laying on top of her favorite person
- Loves toys and chewing on Benebones
- Dog selective, but can become very playful with dogs she likes after proper introductions
- Does best with plenty of space to run and play
- Crate trained and keeps her crate clean
- Muzzle trained and comfortable wearing her muzzle, especially when she knows it means walk time
- Strong on leash and may bark or lunge when she sees another dog with a person; she can be redirected with proper handling
- Has a prey drive toward smaller animals and may pull when interested, but can be redirected
- Very responsive to training when food is involved
- Can be protective of her person and is still learning appropriate boundaries
- Needs structure, consistency, and a confident handler who will follow through with training
- A little wary of young children, so older, respectful children would likely be the best fit; proper introductions will be important
- Her personality truly blossoms once she gets to know and trust you
Graycie is not looking for a family that expects her to be perfect right away. She needs someone willing to understand her, provide clear boundaries, and continue helping her build confidence. In return, she’ll give you the loyalty, affection, playfulness, and devotion that make shepherds so special.
Schedule a meet-and-greet by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey.
Join our Foster program and become a hero! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster.
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Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process
- Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated!
Requirements And Donations
- Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS).
- Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards.
- Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies.
- Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available.
Location And Hours
- Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; Saturday 10 AM-4 PM.
- We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations.
Bringing Your New Dog Home
- The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/.
- Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/.
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