Nova

My story

Hello! My name is Nova!I`m a sweetheart but I do have a timid side, especially when I first arrived at the shelter. I`m feeling much better now and am learning that all the humans are very nice and always have yummy treats on them. Currently, I like to greet new people with a wiggle bum and a little bit of excited jumping. I may pee if I get scared. I`m looking for a home that is eager to build my confidence through play and by telling me what a good girl I am! I sometimes get nervous on walks and sometimes stop and don`t want to walk where you want to walk. However, I do love following my nose! Did someone say `part-hound`?? I would love a human friend that will let me follow my nose on walks and who will be patient if I decide I`m not comfy going somewhere.MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES…CHILDREN: Older and respectful children should be ok. No young kids given I can be timid.OTHER DOGS: Yes, a home with a confident, well-socialized, playful dog will be preferred to help with my confidence building as they show me that the world is a safe place.CATS: Potentially, with a cat tolerant of puppy shenanigans.FIRST-TIME DOG OWNERS: I would do best with someone who has previous dog or puppy experience.FENCED-IN YARD: Highly recommended given I can get nervous on walks and will need time and patience to work on this.HOUSING ENVIRONMENT: Home with yard preferred.SOMEONE HOME MOST OF THE DAY: Not necessarily, though I wouldn’t be an ideal match for a family that is gone for a full work day.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME…ACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium.HOUSE-TRAINED: No, I’m still working on this and will require some patience and continued training.If you think I could be a good match for your home, click the “Adopt Me” button to apply!

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