About Shadow

The results are in - Shadow has no signs of cancer - fabulous!! She does have cataracts and a few mammary masses. Children in the home should be 8 years or older. If you are looking for a dog who is in a constant state of 'smile' then you will want to meet me, my name is Shadow. I may be a senior but I still have a puppy attitude and try and stay active. I came to WCHS from MADACC (Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission) where I was a stray. I could have a dog buddy in my new home because, even though I am a mature gal, I do enjoy playing and running with other dogs, at least for a bit. I am very tolerant and remain calm. Cats on the other hand are a no-no. I tend to fixate on them (I do find them fascinating) but I do not understand their correction at all. They can be hissing and swatting to let me know I have crossed a line and I just keep bugging them. Although I find that to be a ton of fun, I can imagine it would not be so enjoyable for the kitty. Any children in my new home should be 8 years or older because I tend to guard valuable resources like rawhides. I have great manners with my food bowl and can deal with things like hot dogs dropped on the floor. But if I am enjoying a rawhide or pig's ear I would rather be left alone and will give lots of signs that I would like to have my privacy. I also have to practice accepting treats more gently; I do better when I am reminded to be careful. I do well with all sorts of handling but since I am fairly food driven, I think you are offering me tasty treats and get all excited and jumpy. I am quite intelligent and know several cues like sit, high-5, shake and how to catch. I may be a bit large for a lap-dog, about 83 pounds, but I do think I would enjoy lying next to you for a scratch and cuddle after a nice long walk out in the fresh air. I may not be a marathon runner, but I do enjoy getting out and about to enjoy the smells that abound. I am hoping for a family that gives me lots of opportunities for exercise so I can shed a couple pounds. I am a mature girl and do admit that there are a couple things that show my age. I have cataracts and I had several mammary masses that were removed. I was so relieved that my large mass was benign and only had to be drained and the smaller ones will hopefully continue shrinking since my spay procedure. I will need regular brushing to keep my coat at its best and keep me stunning and beautiful. I am friendly, outgoing, alert and gentle. I will be a constant companion who promises to be loyal forever. I am dignified and sophisticated with just a touch of mischievousness to keep your day fun and you smiling. Come by to meet me in person and I just know you will want me to be part of your family because the Shadow knows.

Washington County
Slinger, Wisconsin 53086