SHILAH now PIPPA

My story

Pippa is an 18 lb cattle dog mix, but her personality is 100% cattle dog! Independent and active with strong herding instincts, Pippa needs a home that can give her long, interesting walks/jogs/hikes every day. Pippa is completely housebroken and currently has access to a fenced backyard through a pet door in her foster home. She has been working on her manners for the past year and has made great progress, though her independence and low food motivation make the process slow; she will thrive in a household that can give her consistent, disciplined training and show patience with her learning. She is intensely stimulated by moving objects such as cars, bicycles and joggers, but is slowly learning to manage her excitement. Other pets: Pippa enjoys the company of other dogs that she is familiar with. She would love to live with a dog who shares her energy level or as an only pet. She currently lives with an older chihuahua whom she really likes, but who doesn’t like her due to her boisterous nature. She is wary around dogs new to her, though does well in an off leash park. Cat tolerance unknown. Children/family structure: Her herding instincts make her not good with small children as she tends to nip their legs. She is OK with older children who are pet-savvy and know how to assert themselves around her. She is selective about the men that she will accept into the house, nipping their heels if she feels unsafe. Pippa is not a cuddle bug; as typical for a cattle dog, she shows her attachment to her Human by sitting close to them, whatever room they’re in. She loves to be off-leash at Point Isabel, and will stick close by her Human, but she also enjoys prancing around just out of reach! At her core, Pippa has a sweet disposition and just wants to have activity and space to roam. She will do well in a household with a highly active lifestyle and consistent training.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt SHILAH now PIPPA, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.