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ShelbyRescue Me ID: 22-11-20-00039

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About Shelby

Pit Bull mix
Age: Puppy
Sex: Female

This beautiful, brindle girl is sweet Shelby. And she has a special story. She entered Animal Care and Protective Services as a 7-month-old, injured stray. The wonderful vet here repaired her hip and she came to me as a medical foster for a few weeks. Her hip healed well and we were working on a few of her energetic mouthy/puppy behaviors when the unthinkable happened. My husband passed away unexpectedly. Suddenly, Shelby transformed into a model therapy dog, sitting docilely for her harness before walks, curling up quietly at my feet, or on the couch between myself and my adult children as we petted her and talked about my husband, their Dad - who loved dogs, by the way. I thought very seriously about adopting Shelby -but that's not what's best for her. As a puppy, she needs a couple/family that can commit to her for the next 10 -16 years. She needs a home - with a yard, preferably -and plenty of walks. She loves to be next to humans, so if someone in the house works from home, that's the best. She loves other dogs, so if you're looking for companion for your dog (and it's not an aggressive male) she might be a perfect fit. If you have a cat, maybe not such a good fit. She will listen when I say 'Leave it' about the cat - but she wants to play. She loves to cuddle and would love to sleep with you, but is crate-trained so will settle; ) She loves the beach - and chasing sticks in the waves. She's good with older kids. (She has not been around any younger than ten.) She's 8-9 months old and still small - comes about to my knee. She snores - adorably. Shelby will always have my heart. I know she will steal yours. If you would like to meet her, let me know.

Duval County
Atlantic Beach, Florida

Compatibility

  • Good with Most Dogs
  • Not Good with Cats
  • Good with Kids and Adults

Personality

  • Average Energy
  • Average Temperament

Health

  • Spayed
  • Vaccinations Current

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