About Fionnuala

�%9D�Hello. My name is Fionnuala (Fa Nu La)....... �%9D�I am a special little girl who came from a not so special place... �%9D� I am thought to be 2 or 3 years old and weigh about 15 lbs. �%9D� Thanks to my foster mom and OPH for being such wonderfull people I am here and able to tell you a little about myself.... �%9D� I can be shy and nervous around new people and it can take me awhile to get comfortable with them but with the help of my wonderful foster mom she is showing me that all people are not like where I came from. �%9D� I don't mean to be rude. I am just scared and nervous. So don't be upset if the first time I meet you, I bark and back away this is still some of many things my foster mom is helping me to overcome.. �%9D� I had a rough start in life and need people to have a little extra patience with me. �%9D�Due to this I think I would do best in a calm house with kids over 12 who can understand what i have been through and give me some space to get use to my surroundings... �%9D� I like most dogs, especially if they are close to my size. However, I tend to be a little possessive of my food and treats so it is best if you feed me in a separate area away from other dogs. �%9D� I love to run around and play in my foster's fenced back yard and I can run really fast. Deer and squirrels and other animals really get my attention. Sometimes I think they would be fun to play with and other times I want to protect my yard from them... �%9D�So due to that, my foster mom thinks its best that I have a fenced in yard where I can't get out of in case that feeling comes to me to want to chase them... �%9D�I have to be in a secure harness and/or martingale collar with a leash because if I get loose, I will run and can be hard to catch.... �%9D�I'm gonna need a patient adopter and one who is willing to help me with my training and help me trust again.... �%9D�I am a very sweet girl and once I get to know you well I am a great snuggler. I am a special girl waiting for my special forever home... �%9D� I am crate trained and house broken is that a perk or what ���� �%9D�I am looking for a home to finally call my own.I will miss my foster mom but I will always remember without her I wouldn't be here to find my forever home.. �%9D�So if that all sounds good to you apply for me and help me become the loving dog I know I can be with just a little patience and time. Fionnuala Essex is up-to-date on her vaccinations and has been spayed. She is not suitable in an apartment, condo or other urban setting. Fionnuala Essex is currently being fostered in King William, VA. learn more or apply to adopt at https://ophrescue.org/dogs/9014

Fairfax County
Alexandria, Virginia