Sugaree
Female Adult Labrador Retriever Shepherd Mixed (mixed) Large
If you are looking for a true opportunity to rescue a special dog and give her the life she deserves, Sugaree just might be your girl. T...
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If you are looking for a true opportunity to rescue a special dog and give her the life she deserves, Sugaree just might be your girl. TRD first heard about Sugaree, or Sug, as her foster family affectionately calls her, from a fellow rescuer in Mexicali, who spotted Sugaree bringing a half-eaten hamburger back to her litter of puppies in the late summer of 2019. Soon after, the rescuer was able to save Sugaree's puppies (later known as the Charlie Brown litter) and get them to TRD, but Sug remained elusive. She resurfaced again in May 2020 with another litter of puppies, and this time our rescue partner was able to grab the whole family. Sug was not thrilled to be off the streets, where she had survived quite well on her own for her first four years. But she slowly figured out that people are OK, dog beds are awesome, and having a family of dogs and humans who hands out treats and pets was a bit of alright. Sugaree remains unsure of new people, and cagey around the people she does know, but she has made great strides in showing her humans affection, especially when treats are involved. She is very food motivated and that has been the key to winning her heart and her trust. Sug also has learned to really enjoy pack walks, and loves cruising around her quiet community with the pack. (See her in action here: https://youtu.be/fxbBeUxzjmU) Sug took to the crate from the start, almost to a fault, and uses it as her safe space. She also intuitively understood house training from the beginning of her stay with her foster family. She also likes outdoor time with the rest of her pack and has been known to sunbathe and roll in the dirt joyously when she thinks no one is looking. Sug is definitely a special dog. She may never be a dog who snuggles on the couch or gives sloppy kisses, but she definitely lights up for walks, dinner, and in her own way, for her human friends. Sugaree has an adorable smile and a twinkle in her eye when something makes her happy. Sug will need a quiet home with people who understand her special needs as she continues to figure out life in a home. She will do best in a home with another confident dog (or two!) She enjoys the company of her canine foster siblings and has learned the house rules from them. She is the perfect medium size at 45 pounds. Because of her subdued energy she would do well in a house or an apartment. However, Sug will do best in a quiet neighborhood rather than a place where she will encounter a lot of people and cars when she's out on walks. She's made a lot of progress but continues to be nervous in new, noisy situations. Her new family will need to take it slow with her to make sure she succeeds. To ensure a smooth transition, TRD will include complimentary training sessions with her adoption. We really love this girl and want to make sure she has a wonderful life. If you are interested in providing that for her, please fill out an adoption application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch.
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