Downeast Dog News October 2019 by Jennifer Rich / Wendi Smith

October is Adopt-A Shelter Dog Month

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6 mos., Hound Mix

4 yrs., Jack Russell or Bri any Mix

An athle c pup who enjoys running and swimming. She would love a family who will take her on hikes and adventures. Good with other dogs, cats & children.

FRE E

So , sweet girl who loves her people and enjoys her me playing fetch as much as her cuddle me on the couch. Prefers to be the only dog. She’s house trained and loves learning new tricks.

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og-lovers appreciate wonderful rescue and happily-ever-a er stories. The dedicated animal shelters, humane socie es, and rescue groups across the state have them in abundance. But not all are quick adop ons - some of the best take longer. In honor of the American Humane Associa on Adopt-a-Dog Month®, here are a few of those. Stevanie Roy, Director of Opera ons at Aug ic example of wai ng un l the best pet parent came forward. They came to KVHS in August of 2018 – they’d been le in a cemetery with their leashes ed together. Laid-back Jack and toyenthusiast Diane were healthy and seemed to have been well-cared for. KVHS staﬀ tried to ﬁnd their owners to no avail. During their stay at KVHS, 7-yearold Diane proved to be the boss of their applesauce. She kept Jack grounded, decided their adventures, and was loyal to a fault. On the other hand, 10-year-old Jack let her have all his toys, watched for her when she went outdoors, and was happy for her return.

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12 & 13 Dogs for Adoption

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Hot Dog News Loyal Biscuit Co. has been recognized by Pet Product News International as the 2019-2020 award recipients for “Stellar Staff”! Owner, Heidi Neal – “I couldn't agree more with this! I love the family we have created here at the LBC and am so incredibly proud of each and every one of them. We have high expectations of our team - they are more than just clerks running a register. They are expected to know our products, understand dog and cat nutrition, be able to guide our customers with suggestions on the right food, treats, supplements, toys and more for their beloved pets. They need to deal with deliveries and phones and inventory things. They have to work events. They have to clean, and clean,

and clean because a dirty store is just not acceptable. They have to put up with me and my wild, wacky ideas and my passion for bringing healthy and quality products to our communities in Maine. They help raise needed funds for our shelters and rescue organizations. They help decide where our grant money should go. They have to be kind, and helpful, and caring. And they have to do it all with a smile on their face. I am so proud of my team for being recognized as the NUMBER ONE PET SUPPLY STORE STAFF IN THE USA! This a huge accomplishment and I am absolutely beaming with pride for my team.”

Maine Veterinary Medical Center Welcomes: Christine D. Calder, DVM DACVB A graduate of Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine but, native of New Jersey, Dr. Calder has lived and practiced veterinary medicine in both New Jersey and Maine for many years. In addition to general practice, Dr. Calder has worked at the San Francisco SPCA, Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, and Louisiana State University’s School of Veterinary Medicine. Most recently, she was an Assistant Clinical Professor in Community Veterinary Services and Veterinary Behavior at Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine Animal Health Center. As a general practitioner, she always had an interest in animal behavior especially clinical veterinary

behavior and in 2016, she finished a residency with the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists. In 2017, she became a Diplomate with the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (DACVB). Dr. Calder’s special interest in shelter behavior, feline behavior, and shy/fearful dogs. She shares her home with 2 Rhodesian Ridgebacks, a Black Lab, French Bulldog, snake, chickens, and guinea hens. What Type of Cases does she see? • Aggression • House-soiling • Fears, Phobias, and Anxiety • Compulsive Disorders • Elimination outside the litter box • Feather Picking Behavior- Birds • Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome • Excessive Vocalization What species will she see? Dogs • Cats • Birds • Pocket Pets • Exotics/Zoo • any other species of Destructive Chewing • and many more animals, just ask!

Tammy Walsh of Midcoast Humane Named as One of Coast 93.1-Hannaford’s 20 Outstanding Women of 2019 BRUNSWICK, ME - Midcoast Humane is pleased to announce that Tammy Walsh, Community Resource Coordinator, has been named as one of Coast 93.1-Hannaford’s 20 Outstanding Women of 2019. Ms. Walsh is a tireless supporter of homeless animals and is involved with several animal welfare groups beyond her role with Midcoast Humane. She started as a volunteer at Midcoast

Humane to “help these homeless animals feel loved and less stressed” and to “ensure a healthier environment for the animals.” She became an employee eight years ago, and her passion is clear: she states “Midcoast Humane is very important to me because of the care, shelter, medicines and love that we give to homeless animals at a time when they really need it.” She notes that Midcoast Human helps to save and rehome nearly 4,000 pets every year

from local homes, out of state transports from shelters in other areas of the country that still have to euthanize adoptable animals for space, puppy mills, hurricanes and other weather catastrophes, and local court cases of animal neglect or abuse. Ms. Walsh shared that she has personally adopted 15 animals from the shelter and she often fosters pets as well.

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Table of Contents Hot Dog News ............. 2 & 15 Furry Words ......................... 4 Ask the Vet ............................ 4 Basic Training Tips ................ 6 Ask Bammy ............................ 7 Rescue Me! .................... 8 & 9 Performance Dog Training ....10 Words, Woofs & Meows ..... 11 Dogs for Adoption ......... 12, 13 & back cover Calendar of Events .............. 14 Business Directory .............. 15

How is it October already? I feel

like I missed summer, which I sort of did because of the death of my father the end of July. Luckily I love autumn! You can walk your dogs on beaches again, be outside without dealing with bugs and excessive heat, and we get to wrap ourselves in cozy layers. I do believe it’s my favorite season actually! This month I put the call out for your dog ques ons, and of course I had more ques ons than I can fit in Furry Words, but here are the first ones who responded. Tiffany N. wrote in about Aimee, who is deceased. “Do you know I’m sorry?” When I read your ques on, I see a dog who is bouncing all around without a care in the world. I honestly don’t think she even knows what emo on you’re feeling because she is so joyful! Have you seen the movie Elf? His innocence and playfulness are pure, just as it was with Aimee. What I do hear is for you to find peace in your heart. She represented all that you had wanted to find in a person, but your heart wasn’t ready for that, but now it is. Let her carry the torch for you and allow light and love to flow freely through you. Nicholas A. wants to know about his dog Hula. “A er being with us for a few years now, does she have anything she s ll wants us to know?” This dog is absolutely hysterical to talk with. I think in pictures, and the image I see is like a student si ng down in class because it’s me for show and tell and the student is so excited he can barely sit s ll. That being said, when Hula first came into your family, it was a bit overwhelming. She wasn’t used to

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so many people, but within a month she knew she was always going to be safe and LOVES her life! You are so funny, kind, sweet, and gentle. I think all of your friends know that but when you hear it from your dog, it really means something, right? Stephen S. asked why Noodle wants to go outside so badly. Noodle feels more like a cat to me. He wants to go out, but then come back in. If he’s out, he wants YOU out. There isn’t anything he thinks he’s missing outside, but he just wants to go out just to be sure. This is going to sound a bit nuts, but I feel like you have energy watching your house from the tree line. It’s all good! When I need valida on, I see a hawk. When I am in the midst of change and need to know it’s all good, I see a great blue heron. When I see an owl, I know that my elders are keeping their eyes on me.

Ask the Vet… by Dr. Judith Herman

Halloween Costumes Q. I am dressing up my

Labradoodle for Halloween. Is there anything I should be aware of when I make his costume? He is very rambunc ous.

A. It is so much fun to dress up

your dog as long as your dog enjoys it too. Many dogs tolerate dress up. There are many places that you can purchase ready-made costumes that are safe and fun, such as pet shops, box stores, and online. If you are making the costume, there are some things to consider.

When you design your creation, be sure you measure your dog correctly. Measure around the lower part of the neck . Next measure from the neck down the back to the top of the tail. Measure his girth around the chest just behind the front legs. Finally measure from the lower neck to

I feel like the owls are just observing and that you’re doing great on your journey. Marie P. had Lady, who is deceased. “Is she happy? I hope she knows how much she was loved. Some mes I feel guilty because she could be a pain in the bu .” She knew she was loved and also knew she drove you crazy at mes, too. She says that you wouldn’t know what to do if every aspect of your life was smooth sailing, and she hopes you find that. Yes, she is happy and at peace! Kristy O. wants to know how they can help Bugsy with his anxiety. Bugsy loves silence. Instead of si ng with the television on, try si ng peacefully for 30 minutes with him. Try to align your breathing with his. He is here to ground you, but you don’t like being grounded! I get it- I’d rather be floa ng on the waves vs. having my feet on the earth. If you fall asleep with the television on, try cu ng back on it. It will help him tremendously! Darlene S. wants to know what Karma loves best about his life. First thing I hear is that moment when he realizes he’s going for a walk, and you grab the leash. I see him trying to help you by grabbing the leash as it dangles loosely by his neck. It’s super exci ng! April P. had Penny, who is on the other side. “Does she forgive me for what I did? I loved her more than I loved myself, and it killed me to put her down. She was my everything.” Penny is beyond grateful that you helped her cross. As I typed this, my chest and throat got so ght. It was hard for her to breathe at the end, and the light was a blessed sight for her. Those are definitely

not my words, but hers. I also hear, “Please forgive yourself. It was the most compassionate act you could ever have done, and I am eternally grateful.” Jessica K. has Belvedere and asked if he knows he is sick? Yes. He looks so guilty when he chats with me. He says that everything is finally going smoothly for you (the image showing me that is a plane that is leveling off a er ascending) and when he leaves, there will be one missing puzzle piece. Then he smiles and asks you, “What are you going to put there instead?” I’m smiling, too. You need joy!!! Do something joyful when he passes away to honor him and how he’s been by your side through thick and thin. Lisa C. wants to know why Luna’s legs tremble? I’m not a veterinarian, but it feels like the nerve coverings in her body are missing some of their protec ve layer. I hear that it’s similar to Mul ple Sclerosis in a human. When I ask can you make it be er, I get a yes, so talk to your vet and see what he or she has to say. Just a reminder that a psychic reading is not a replacement for licensed veterinary care. If I didn’t answer your ques on, or you’d like to learn more about what was relayed, feel free to schedule a reading at www.enlightenedhorizons.com on the Online Booking page. As always, I offer a discounted Rescue Readings for animals that have been rescued. The more you know about them, the more you can help them adjust to being a part of your pack!

the end of the ribs if your dog is a boy or to the back legs if you have a girl. These measurements give you the amount of material to buy for a comfortable fit. You don’t want a costume so loose that the dog gets tangled up in it or too tight so it is uncomfortable and could create sores by rubbing sensitive spots or trouble breathing. To fasten the body of the costume to your dog, the safest fastener is velcro. If you use es, drawstrings, snaps, there is a risk swallowing these parts or ge ng caught up in the es. Elaborate costumes with towering figures, flowers, and other objects are fun, but be aware of the weight of these adornments and how they will affect your dog’s balance and pressure on his back. If there are leggings, be sure Fido won’t get hung up on things in the environment or the leggings being so wide or long he could trip himself or catch a toenail. Decorations made from buttons and bangles can cause a problem

if swallowed, such as an intestinal blockage that could mean surgery. Make sure the costume does not obscure your dog’s vision. This can be scary for the dog and dangerous. If you plan on painting on the costume, make sure the paint is nontoxic. Any paint that is deemed safe for children is safe for your dog. Lastly, make sure your dog wants to be in a costume. You may think it is fun, but it could be extremely stressful for Fido. You can test out the idea of dress up by pu ng a tee shirt on your dog and seeing the reac on. If your dog acts comfortable with the idea, then go ahead with the costume. Remember to leave a hole for the leash. With all the scary ghosts and goblins around, your dog can easily be spooked. Have a fun and safe Halloween.

Sara Moore is a psychic for people and pets who oﬀers private and group readings. Visit her website at www.enlightenedhorizons.com.

Judith K. Herman, DVM, CVH Animal Wellness Center Augusta, Maine www.mainehomeopah cvet.com

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HAPPY from page 1 The staff joked about them being the “old married couple” and when they thought of ways to garner adop on a en on for the duo, they chose to marry these soulmates this past February in the decorated educa on center at KVHS. Both dogs were stylishly a red and as Diane paraded down the aisle to meet Jack at the altar, his excitement took over and he met her halfway. A er the ceremony, they celebrated with pizza - and the canine couple made off with pepperoni slices. Their honeymoon days at KVHS seemed almost perfect…but while they had each other and the affec on from staff, they lacked a human to call their own. Then the gods smiled on them. A gentleman reached out to KVHS and Old Dogs, New Digs as the nonprofits worked in tandem to find a home for these seniors. Turns out the dogs were an excellent fit. So, a er ten-months at KVHS, these dogs got their “ever-a er” this past June. Their dad reported that he’s spoiling them with homemade meals, treats, and toys (Diane likely has the lion’s share). Tall Tails Beagle Rescue out of Freeport has a story that was 700 days in the making. The handsome Beagle mix named Toby came under the nonprofit’s wing in late 2017. He had past abuse history that made him shy and uncomfortable when mee ng new people. This directly affected how poten al adopters reacted to him. A Tall Tail volunteer named Kathy fell for him immediately. Unfortunately, she had a pack of her own Beagles, so ming for an adop on wasn’t on Toby’s side. Instead, Kathy visited him at Tall Tails each week, sponsoring him by providing medical care, food, and dona ng in his name every month. A er Kathy and her partner lost one of their pack members, they decided to open their hearts to Toby. A er a slow intro to their resident dogs, it was evident they were meant for each other. A Tall Tails rep said, “Toby really hit the jackpot, he couldn’t have found himself in a be er situa on, and we are all over the moon for this happy ending.”

has decided she’s his bes e. “Her a achment to Sox makes my heart want to burst,” said Heather.

TOBY

In 2017 Heather Leander saw an online ad for Midcoast Humane’s Adop on Day. This New Hampshire resident drove to the Brunswick shelter where staffers said they had the “perfect dog” for her. Turns out it was a 5-year-old Golden, Lab, Pi mix that had been relinquished by his new owner - he felt he was aggressive. “He’s the most mellow dog,” Heather said of the dog that had been with the nonprofit for almost nine months. It was just ge ng him in the right home, and he fits her family to a T, 9-year-old daughter Maia and boyfriend, Army Sgt. Jus n Kenney. Now named Sox, aka Soxxy, he has proven to be her saving grace. The “most amazing dog ever” has been trained as a full-service animal to address her CPTSD (complex posttrauma c stress disorder) and detect her hypoglycemia. And he’s her emo onal support dog, “He has go en me through the darkest couple of years.” As a therapy dog, Sox has shared his gentleness and powers of Zen with au s c children, veterans in area centers, and with the terminally ill at Boston Children's Hospital. He’s also remarkable with the family’s newly rescued Terrier-Pi mix, Khleo (nicknamed “Wiggles” cause her body does just that when excited), who was adopted and returned three mes to Midcoast Humane. She’s found her forever home, especially because Sox

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Jennifer Wilson took her 10-yearold son, Brady, to Midcoast Humane to just “pet the puppies.” Secretly, she wanted to adopt one at their March 2019 Puppy Palooza. It was love at first sight when they met an 8-week-old pup who they named Finley. She was tempted to adopt his sis but thought, “My husband will kill me.” They took the Hound mix home, told her husband Michael about the sibling, and he asked, “Why didn’t you get her, too?” She went back for Paisley. “It felt like she’s supposed to be with us,” she laughed and added Paisley’s her yard digger. “She loves digging a hole.” The pre y girl is the alpha, even domina ng their senior Puggle, Baxter. But Paisley has more than boss in her personality – she has a drama c side. “I can totally see her being like an emo onal teen.” Finley appreciates gnawing on their drywall. Jennifer spends a small fortune buying bones to occupy him. He’s hilariously ﬂighty, has not a care in the world, and has been known to fall oﬀ the couch when sleeping. Jennifer acknowledged they’re like toddler twins, laughingly she said she was “duped” thinking they’d be small dogs, but the family can’t imagine not having them in their lives. While these Mississippi pups didn’t take long to get adopted once in Maine, they almost didn’t make it at all. The run was in danger of being cancelled because Midcoast’s Sprinter Van was on the fritz. Thanks in large part to the “Adventures of Columbo

Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County in Thomaston has a great forever-after story in the making. Event Coordinator Kasey Bielecki says the 18-month-old dark brindle Mastiff mix named Pandora has been with them for over 230 days. Pandora was relinquished by her owner because she had separation anxiety. “She was back in the isolation kennels for a while because she needed to learn that people are good,” said Kasey. She’s made the turn, and they’re hoping to find a match. “She just needs the right person to understand her.” Pandora’s doesn’t show well in a kennel environment, but once she’s on a walk with a volunteer or in the Community Room her personality shines. She’s gentle and kind, knows basic commands, likes car rides, and baths. She’s ok with some dogs but no felines and would do best in a home without children. Visit humanesocietyo noxcounty.org/ animal/pandora/.

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f you’ve ever been witness to dogs interac ng well with each other, you have undoubtedly been cap vated by their movements, at once seeming haphazard but at the same me inten onal, theatrical and even choreographed. There is give and take; the interac on maintains a steady energy level and both dogs seem totally happy. Each dog bounces and pounces and mouths, miraculously avoiding causing injury to the other. Play can go on for a long me like this. It’s a beau ful thing to watch.

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GIVING AND TAKING, YIELDING AND APPROACHING. We should all be observant of canine body language so that we can gauge the quality of interac ons, whether it’s between dogs or between dogs and humans. It all comes down to controlling and respec ng personal space. Each of us has our individual personal space bubble, a “force ﬁeld” of sorts, which we want to preserve. Whether we are human or dog, entry into this bubble is by invita on only. When a dog jumps on you, she is taking your personal space without invita on.

THE IMPORTANCE OF PAUSES In good dog-dog interac ons, there is an equal balance of giving and taking space. This will come in the form of approaching and retrea ng from the

other, taking turns mouthing and play bi ng, tackling, etc. There will be a reciprocity of movement, with each dog oﬀering equal doses of taking and yielding, inten onally weaving them into the conversa on in order to prolong it. You will see a lot of “pauses”: brief moments when one of the players yields a bit of space to the other, a form of selfregula on. A pause may consist of a play bow, a spin away, a step back, a change in ac on or direc on or a reduc on in intensity, etc. Once in a while, a dog will suddenly grab a toy and oﬀer it to the other dog to share. We expect to see pauses every 4-8 seconds in a good play session. Pauses are cri cal elements to mutual interac ons. WHEN THINGS START LEANING TOWARDS THE DARK SIDE: Dogs need to learn to respect the personal space of others, and we need to help cul vate this by managing their interac ons, whether it’s with people or other dogs. The tendency to have respect, or “deference” - the passive acceptance or submission when responding to another dog’s cues - can be gene c, but it’s also something that must be learned and reinforced from an early age and throughout a dog’s life. Unfortunately, there is o en a discord in “conversa ons” between dogs, and we o en miss the signs, let the interac on go on for too long and risk harm to one of the dogs. “Harm” can come in the obvious form

of emo onal or physical distress, but it can also simply be enabling the perpetrator to be inappropriate to the point where she becomes a bully, so ingrained is the behavior. We must not “let dogs be dogs” and sort things out for themselves. “Play” is not “play” if it’s one-sided. Some ques ons to ask as you observe interac ons: • Who ini ated the interac on? • Did the other dog move towards or away from the ini ator? • Is one dog ini a ng most of the space-taking? • Is the taking and yielding of space equally balanced between the dogs? • Are there pauses? If so, how o en and in what form? • Does it look like one of the dogs is trying to get away? All of the above pertains to oﬀleash dogs. When we are talking about leashed dogs or one who is on leash and one who isn’t, the dynamics completely change. The bubble around a leashed dog tends to be much greater. If a leashed dog has not invited another dog into her space, it’s very likely that she will try to defend it, no ma er what the Space Invader’s intent may be. __________ I invite you to watch a few videos on my YouTube channel so you can see pups in ac on. I’ve put them in a playlist called “Interac ons: Give and Take.”

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long ago owned Na ve American people. We were designed by natural selec on to be so intelligent and physically superior that we survived without human help. My great-grandfather was caught from the wild. I can offer advice based on the natural ins ncts and a ributes of wild dogs. In addi on, my adop ve person and I have had lots of training classes and other experiences. Some humans call themselves Mom or Dad of their dog, but I refer to my human, tongue in cheek, as Boss. Much as I love her, I admit she has many of the same odd no ons as most humans, so I can relate to other pet dogs with problem humans. If I can’t help, at least I can offer sympathy, and we can have some fun talking about our amazing humans. Please send your ques ons! Bammy, 280 Pond Rd., Newcastle, ME 04553, or email: askbammy@ dewater.net. Dear Bammy, Why do my humans keep whacking me on the head?? They were smart enough to find that I existed. They were smart enough

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walks, help me learn how to please them, but s ll, they whack me on the head! Since they are so smart, why can’t they see that I don’t like head pats? I say whack because even if they really don’t pat very hard, having a hand ﬂy over your head and land on you, is not a nice thing. They have been doing it for three years. That’s how old I am. I’ve tried ducking or even backing away when I see the hand coming. That’s hard for a Golden Retriever to do, because we love being rubbed and pe ed. Just thinking about it makes my tail wag. I love my family so much – how can I let them know that I don’t like hands landing on my head? Thank you for all your help for us dogs, Jenny Dear Jenny,

to get into their big crate-onwheels and make it zoom along some roads to me. They looked at all my brothers and sisters and were terribly clever to choose me – the best of the li er. They ﬁnd food and water for me, take me for

You are an angel for pu ng up with that for three years! I know how hard it is because I have had hands landing on my head for – well, let’s just say lots of years. Boss ﬁnally seems to be catching on, but she s ll falls back to the old pat-pat habit. I don’t growl or

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October 2019

Please Rescue Me! October is Adopt-A Shelter Dog Month The Downeast Dog News, with the help of amazing sponsors and animal rescues, have ﬁlled this issue with many dogs just wai ng to ﬁnd their forever homes. Perhaps your next furry family member is within these pages. Be sure and read through the en re issue. Please also go to our website to view more available dogs: downeastdognews.com

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Super playful dog who is thriving in his foster home! Ryder is able to live happily with another dog with proper introduc ons. Would do best in a home with older, dog savvy kids. Smart, fun and aﬀec onate. He will keep you laughing with his goofy personality.

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Would do best in a home without kids or cats. House trained, crate trained. Loves toys, car rides, and baths. Does not show well in the kennel come take her out for a stroll and get to know the real Pandora. Staﬀ and walkers LOVE her!

Likes to go for walks in the woods and swim. Needs a family who will work with him on his impulse control and over-s mula on. Has been through a basic obedience class and does really well with training whenever food is involved.

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Originally rescued from Egypt. Smart, sweet and stunning. Loves people and dogs. He likes familiar places and situa ons and predictability, so needs a home with li le commo on and strangers.

Reba is a graduate of our K-9 Correc ons program, so she knows all of her basic commands and then some. She’s pe te, very pre y and sweet, and she’s crate trained and house broken.

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Found with her one surviving puppy who has been adopted. She has a wonderful personality and is eager to please. She loves kids, adults and dogs alike and is always up for a good snuggle.

Loving girl who absolutely adores a en on. Would prefer to be the only pet, not much history with children so we are seeking a home for her with kids age 5+ at this me. Thea LOVES to swim and is a wicked snuggle bug.

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