DOLLY

Description

Say hello to Dolly! She's doing well and even though she has a few years under her belt she's still glowin', still crowin', still goin' strong. She will snuggle into an empty lap given the chance, but she does enjoy getting her steps in and sometimes lets go with a song for no humanly-discernable reason.OTHER PETS: Dolly isn't one to seek out interactions with other dogs, but may engage in a quick sniff if the other dog is relaxed and willing. She wasn't a fan of other dogs pushing into her space, though, and may be reactive to other dogs that are barking and pulling towards her. She would likely be happiest in the home as the sole star of the show, but may do well with a relaxed, well-socialized house-mate. [Case by Case (Must Meet First)] OWNER EXPERIENCE: Dolly is a stronger dog that tends to pull on the leash when she really wants to get somewhere. She is a dog with a one-track mind when she's on a walk, and will do well with someone that has the physical capability to manage her pulling without being heavy-handed while helping Dolly discover the benefits of loose-leash walking through practicing & positive reinforcement. [First Dog] KIDS: Dolly has not shown any signs of resource guarding during her stay at TJO, but can be a bit of a bulldozer sometimes when she has her mind set on something. She would likely match best in a family with older kids that won't be knocked over easily. Minors should be actively supervised during interactions to keep everyone safe. [13+ / dog savvy (Must Meet First)]ACTIVITY LEVEL: Dolly may be older, but she's still as active as ever! She loves spending time outside--especially her daily walks where she gets to sniff all the new things--and is always more than happy to lounge out in the sun. Regular exercise combined with mental enrichment such as food puzzles, games, and learning new tricks, will help meet her needs. [Good Walking Buddy]VETERINARY CARE: Dolly has had a bit of a longer stay with us as we worked on identifying a lump on her throat. After undergoing surgery to remove the mass, it was determined by one of our vets that it was a `fatty mass`--aka a lipoma--which is benign and non-cancerous! However, as an older dog, she will still need more frequent routine vet appointments to ensure that she continues to age gracefully and that any concerns are caught early. [Above Average]LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Dolly is an older gal, but an old dog can always learn some new tricks! Positive reinforcement training will help Dolly not only learn new skills and fun tricks, but also help her to bond with her new owner while building confidence. [Minimal]GROOMING: Routine brushing will help to minimize shedding in the home. [Minimal]