Meet Umi, a beautiful 7-8 month old German Shepherd mix weighing about 45 lbs. She was abandoned as a tiny puppy and found wandering the streets, but despite her rough start, Umi has grown into a joyful, loving, and trusting girl. She loves walks, does very well on the leash, and enjoys exploring her surroundings. Umi is very social and affectionate, always ready to greet new people with tail wags and cuddles. She’s playful, energetic, and loves to run — it seems she never runs out of energy! Like any young pup, Umi is still learning and loves to chew, but with guidance, playtime, and plenty of exercise, she will thrive. She isn’t a fan of cats and is a bit scared of fireworks, but her sweet nature shines through in everything she does. Umi is ready to bring joy, energy, and endless affection to a family who will love her forever. It's important to remember that rescued dogs may need an adjustment period. Patience and understanding are crucial as they adapt to new environments and people, helping to build trust and strengthen the bond between you and your new companion.
Ideal Home
A home with a tall fenced backyard and an active family that enjoys outdoor activities. Families with a genuine intention to rescue, an open conscience about the needs of street animals, and experience in dog behavior and training, or a willingness to hire a trainer, are ideal. High tolerance and patience for rescued puppies are also essential. Umi is not a fan of cats.
Ongoing Health
Umi has received a spay/neuter certificate, two DHPPI vaccines, a rabies vaccine, a Bordetella vaccine, and has been dewormed and microchipped. She also has a negative 4DX test, a negative heartworm test, and receives monthly Nexgard Spectra preventive protection. She comes with a health certificate and vaccine booklet.
Training & Support
Umi is not house-trained and loves to chew, which is typical for her age. She will need guidance, playtime, and consistent exercise to thrive. Due to her past experiences, she may be scared of fireworks. Patience and understanding are key to her successful adjustment.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- Fill out our adoption form.
- Send photos/videos of your home to ensure your future furry friend will be safe.
- If it's a match, we'll arrange a call or video chat to introduce you to the pet and conduct a virtual home tour.
- We will speak with 1-2 of your references.
- If approved, you'll sign the adoption contract and pay the adoption fee.
Transporation
Umi is currently fostered in Saltillo, Mexico, and is ready to travel to the East Coast on our next cross-country trip. We offer door-to-door delivery for a fee of $400 USD. Our transport process involves scheduled trips (3-4 per year with 15-20 adoptions per trip) with a contracted transport company that collects adopted pets in Mexico. For US adoptions, pets are escorted across the border into Texas. For Canadian adoptions, pets are delivered to the nearest US-Canada border. We provide real-time updates via a private Facebook Messenger group, and the transport team will deliver your pet directly to your home address.
