Checkers

My story

Name, age, breed: Checkers, 1 year, Hound/MixLikes: Checkers loves people, attention, and treats! She gets super excited when she sees a leash, loves being close to you (even in your lap!), and enjoys affection like belly rubs and gentle petting.Dislikes: Unknown What would be the ideal home? Checkers` ideal home would be with an experienced, active adopter who can provide structure, consistency, and lots of daily exercise. A family committed to training and helping her grow into her best self would be perfect for her.Good with other cats? UnknownGood with dogs? May possibly live with a same size/activity level dogGood with children? No kids under 10 years due to her high energy level Temperament: Checkers has an energetic, affectionate, and sensitive temperament. She’s full of excitement and loves people, often greeting them with wiggles and kisses. While she’s friendly and eager to please, she can also be a bit nervous and unsure in new situations, especially around other dogs. She thrives with gentle guidance, clear boundaries, and positive reinforcement.Motivators? Treats! Any commands? UnknownHouse trained? UnknownCrate trained? UnknownHow long will it take to settle into a new environment? 3-3-3 rule: First 3 days - Your dog may be overwhelmed and may hide, have a lack of appetite, or test boundaries. Give them space and time to adjust in a quiet room with their bed, food, water, and toys. 3 weeks - Your dog may start to settle in and their personality will emerge. You can expect behavior issues to arise, so set boundaries and expectations with positive reinforcement training. 3 months - Your dog should be comfortable and acclimated to your home. They should know their routine and expect meals and enrichment at specific times.Any special needs or traits an adopter should know? N/AIf you think Checkers is the one for you - fill out an application today!

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