Meet Michelle! This 3-year-old spayed female Staffordshire Terrier mix weighs about 48 pounds and is a true gem looking for her forever family. Michelle was rescued from euthanasia at a high-kill shelter and is now thriving in a foster home, eager to start her new life. She's a friendly, affectionate, and social girl who absolutely adores other dogs. She loves playtime and naptime with her foster siblings, and while she can get a little enthusiastic, she's great at reading other dogs' cues. Michelle has a good balance of energy for outdoor fun and a mellow side for indoor lounging and snoozing.
Ideal Home
Michelle would do best in a home with another friendly dog. She has met children ages 8 and up and was sweet and loving, but because she tends to jump when excited, a home with kids 12+ or dog-savvy younger teens would be ideal. She is a bit of an escape artist and can scale fences, so a secure yard or consistent leash walks are a must. She would also do well in an apartment or urban setting provided she gets consistent exercise and enrichment.
Ongoing Health
Michelle is a healthy and happy pup with no known ongoing health conditions.
Training & Support
Michelle is fully housebroken and crate trained, even choosing to relax in her crate during the day. She is very food-motivated and learns quickly, but she is still working on some manners. She can be sneaky around food, so she is fed separately and benefits from guidance at snack time. She responds well to redirection. Michelle walks fairly well on leash but tends to pull; continued leash training will help her improve. She loves to chew, especially on outdoor items, so supervision and crate time when unsupervised are important.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- You will be connected for a video chat after the initial screen.
- Transports run every few weeks, and approved adopters will have Michelle on the next available transport. If you are not able to accept a dog until a specific time period, please apply at that time.
- We are a volunteer-run rescue and appreciate serious applicants who are committed to our adoption process. Please ensure all decision-makers in your household are on board before applying.
Transporation
Michelle is currently in Houston, Texas. She can be transported to an approved adopter once she is ready.
