About Tula

Dog summary: * Name: Tula * Spayed female, ~14 months old * Adopted at 3.5 months from the Humane Society (listed as GSD mix; no DNA test) * Likely Malinois-type based on structure, behavior, and drive Tula is extremely intelligent, high-energy, and affectionate. She recently completed an extended veterinary behavioral assessment; the veterinarian reported that she solved a puzzle faster than any dog she had previously evaluated and described her as a dog who would thrive with a job. She is: * Fully housebroken and crate-trained * Social with other dogs; plays appropriately * Friendly and social with people * Highly food- and engagement-motivated * Has never been exposed to cats or children She has received positive, reward-based training only and reliably knows: sit, down, up (vehicle/couch), come, touch, cover, wait, and follow. Primary concern:��%BD'��Tula exhibits significant mouthiness and jumping when over- or under-stimulated. This is not aggressive behavior, but it does require an experienced, physically capable handler and a working or sport outlet. Despite extensive enrichment, daily training, structured exercise, this behavior remains unmanageable for her current handler, who is very small in stature and has sustained injuries from unintentional scratching/mouthing. Medical: * Up to date on veterinary care * Trazodone prescribed and used sparingly * Gabapentin ineffective The decision to rehome Tula has been made over a period of months. She is deeply loved, but it has become clear that her needs exceed what a pet-oriented home can safely provide.

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Kitsap County
Poulsbo, Washington

Julia Jensine: (425) 478-1000

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