Velma

My story

Name, age, breed: Velma, 2yrs, HoundLikes: Attention, people, following her nose, going for walksDislikes: Loud noisesWhat would be the ideal home? A home that has experience/knowledge on the Hound breed. She would do well with a first-time owner as long as you research the breed.Good with other cats? No due to breedGood with dogs? Yes, with a slow introductionGood with children? Yes, as long as they give her space when neededTemperament: Friendly, curious, adventurous, sweetMotivators? TreatsAny commands? SitHouse 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? She doesn`t guard her food, but she will grasp it as she is very skinny. Medical: Conjunctivitis (no current treatment needed) If you think Velma is the one for you - fill out an application today!

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