About Diamond

Our Diamond is a dazzling beauty who recently joined us from NYCACC where she spent some time after her owners left her when they moved to an dog-unfriendly locale. After living her life with one family since puppyhood, Diamond appear to be befuddled and depressed at her new living conditions. She managed to keep her spirit in tact, as she navigated the chaotic shelter process, and received the best behavior rating. She was a favorite among shelter staff and volunteers, but sadly, at 8 years young, Diamond's shelter adoption options were limited. Seems that everybody wants to experience puppy hell, and too few people appreciate the considerable benefits of having an older dog, who is well past the puppy mayhem stage. Diamond came to us in Connecticut with two other dogs, during one of the worst patches of Nor'easter weather we've had in years. Her transport was lost in a maze of country back roads, sprinkled with downed power lines and fallen trees. We had to brave the weather to find them and bring her home. And through it all, Diamond retained her composure. Yet she seemed timid and unsure of what to expect next. Diamond appears to be Belgian Malinois Shepherd. She is a tall, statuesque beauty at 55 pounds. She was a bit underweight due to an uneven appetite during her rescue process, but now is gaining nicely. She should fill out to 70 pounds or so, through healthy diet and exercise. Her short flat coat is easy to groom, and is mostly russet brown, with cream and black markings on her face and feet. Diamond has a big personality, and she has blossomed nicely in foster care, although she clearly senses that this is not her permanent home. She seems laid back, demure, and enjoys the companionship of her people. She seems to have a slight sadness about her, and is likely feeling confused and disoriented with the rescue process. No doubt Diamond is ready to move on and grow roots in a permanent family situation. Diamond has a very genial nature. She is a sociable dog, and while she has not had much background in obedience, she has grasped the basics and seems to enjoy the training exercises. She certainly is food motivated, and would be best suited to an adult home with folks not tempted to fuss with her while she is eating. Diamond is easy to walk on lead, and has a moderate exercise level, although that could increase as she gains weight. She would be happy with a few leisurely to brisk leash walks daily, and a game of frisbee. Diamond would be a great choice for a moderately active single or couple, a recent retiree or senior. She could easily do well in an apartment lifestyle, and can be trusted home alone for short periods of time. She could join a multi-dog home with other laid-back, sociable dogs, and she could be in a cat home, with very advanced human problem solving skills. Diamond is a pretty good all-around companion dog, and needs to be in an environment where her golden years will be spent as the light of someone's life, rather than considered an afterthought. Diamond has good house manners, and is house trained and crate trained. Adopters should expect to troubleshoot the occasional accident that will inevitably occur during her transition to a new home. She is in great health, although slightly underweight and would be at an ideal at weight 65-70 pounds. We recommend a grain free kibble diet with added Omega fats and nutritious natural treats like pieces of apple, veggies etc. She has been vaccinated for Rabies, DHLPPC (distemper, hepatitus, leptospirosis, parvo, parainfluenza, coronavirus), and she has been boostered as needed. She has had the 4dx test: negative for heartworm, lyme, earlichia and anaplasmosis. She has been dewormed, microchipped and is on preventatives for Heartworm and Flea/Tick. If you are interested in Diamond, please write to [email protected] or call Denise at 860-908-9738 for more info.

Windham County
Canterbury, Connecticut