Izzy

My story

This stunning 4-year-old Shepherd/Collie mix is sweet, goofy, and loving once she warms up to you. Weighing around 70 pounds, Izzy is a big dog with an even bigger heart—but it takes time and patience for her to show it. She has come a long way from her difficult past and is looking for a calm, understanding family to help her adjust to her newfound life!Izzy is fully house-trained and has done very well staying home alone without accidents. While she was once crate-trained, she now strongly prefers the comfort of her own room with a cozy bed and some space to herself. Though she was at first very fearful in her new foster home, she now carries things like shoes to different rooms—not to chew, just to be near something that smells like her people. Izzy enjoys being around her humans and often follows them from room to room, though she is perfectly content snoozing nearby. While Izzy is not a fan of cuddling or being close to people’s faces, she absolutely loves being petted—especially head scratches—and knows how to sit, lay down, and shake when treats are involved.Though she’s a low-energy dog overall, Izzy LOVES to hear “Want to go on a walk?” She can pull a bit on the leash at first, but she settles into a nice rhythm. She also loves chasing tennis balls and exploring outside, making a fenced yard an ideal setup for her. Izzy has a strong prey drive and will require a home without other dogs or cats. Because of her need for a calm household, she will also require a home without small children (no kids under the age of 12). This will allow her space to decompress.Izzy is not a dog for a first-time or casual pet owner—she needs someone committed to helping her feel safe in a world that has been scary for her. She may take a few weeks to settle in, but once she does, her sweet personality will bring lots of love to your home!If you are interested in this dog, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/The adoption fee is $450. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.

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