Hibiscus (20240523-03)

PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION IN THE DOG'S PROFILE, AS WELL AS THE INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITE BEFORE EMAILING US WITH QUESTIONS. Our Volunteers use up valuable time answering questions, when the answers are readily available on our website. Our adoptions come with 30 days of free post-adoption support through Petcademy.org. We are a foster-based rescue. We do not have a facility. MEET & GREETS FOR DOGS IN ONTARIO WILL ONLY BE ARRANGED ONCE AN ADOPTION APPLICATION IS APPROVED. THANK YOU!!! Please visit our website for more information: https://www.niagaradogrescue.com/ or fill in our adoption application: https://niagaradogrescue.com/adoption-application.php Name: Hibiscus (20240523-03) Weight: Approx 35 lbs Age: Approx. 6 months Gender: Female Spayed/Neutered: No Medical issues: No Breed: Shepherd Mix Colour: red & black Neck size (for collar): 15" Height (from top of head): 20" Length (from nose to base of tail): 30" Crate size recommended: Large-XLarge Good with women: yes Good with men: yes Good with kids: yes, she is amazing with kids - very gentle and follows them around. Good with other dogs: yes, does well with every other dog she has met Good with cats: unknown, no exposure House trained: working on it Crate trained: yes Energy level: high - All puppies will have bursts of high "puppy" energy followed by a crash and recovery period where they need to be allowed to nap. Can be handled/touched: yes Flight risk: yes, she likes to be by her people and will jump a fence or wiggle under a gate to be with them if she is separated. She will likely need a strong recall. Food aggressive: no Current food: Royal Canin puppy Walks on leash: working on it Leash reactive to people or dogs: yes, to people - she is working on it and likely can be trained out of it with consistency Rides well in car: no exposure Destructive: puppy - Will chew especially when teething and will need to be redirected and provided with safe teething chews. Needs a home with a yard: no, but yard preferred Needs a home with another dog: yes Can live in an apartment: maybe, with the right owner who is active and able to socialize her well History: Rosehip, Hibiscus, & Chamomile are sisters who were found as strays in northern Manitoba. They in Ontario in search of their forever families. They are sweet, happy girls who are looking forward to having loving and safe forever homes, as they very much deserve. Foster Comments: Meet Hibiscus, a Shepherd Mix puppy with a beautiful red and black coat. This sweet girl weighs around 35 lbs and loves to play. Hibiscus is crate trained and is currently working on her house training and leash walking skills - as well as her confidence around new people. She is very sweet and loyal when she bonds to “her person” and comfortable with people once she gets to know them. Hibiscus has had a bit of a journey, starting as a stray in northern Manitoba with her sisters Chamomile and Rosehip, who have since been adopted. After a brief stint with another adopter she was returned due to no fault of her own, Hibiscus is now healthy and staying with a loving foster in Ontario. She gets along well with other dogs and is looking for a home with a yard and another dog to play with. Although she hasn't been exposed to kids or cats, her friendly nature suggests she could adapt well with proper introductions. She absolutely loves being around other dogs and needs a home where she can be part of a pack. This resilient pup is seeking a dedicated owner with some experience, possibly with Shepherds, who can provide the training and love she needs to flourish. With the right guidance and socialization, Hibiscus's current nervousness can be trained out, making her a perfect companion for someone ready to give her the forever home she deserves. If you’re looking for a loyal, loving, and sweet addition to your family, Hibiscus is ready to meet you!