Umi is 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 she 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. Please understand that rescued dogs may require an adjustment period. Patience, understanding, and a consistent routine are crucial for them to build trust and adapt to their new environment.
Ideal Home
An active family that enjoys outdoor activities, with a tall, fenced backyard. Families should have a genuine intention to rescue and understand the needs of street animals, showing a high tolerance and patience for rescued puppies. Families with experience in dog behavior and training, or a willingness to hire a trainer, are preferred. Umi is not a fan of cats.
Ongoing Health
Umi has received a spay/neuter certificate, 2 DHPPI vaccines, a rabies vaccine, a Bordetella vaccine, is dewormed, microchipped, and has a negative 4DX test and heartworm test certificate. She is on monthly preventive protection with Nexgard Spectra.
Training & Support
Umi is not house-trained and enjoys chewing. She will need guidance, playtime, and plenty of exercise to thrive. Patience and understanding are essential as she adjusts to a new home, given her past experiences.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- You will need to submit photos/videos of your home for a virtual home review.
- References will be checked.
- An adoption fee is required and covers vet care, spay/neuter, vaccines, microchip, and food.
Transportation
Umi is currently being fostered in Saltillo, Mexico, and is ready to travel to the East Coast on our next cross-country trip. Door-to-door delivery is available for a transport fee of $400 USD. Trips are scheduled 3-4 times per year with a minimum of 15-20 adoptions per trip. Our partnered transport company collects adopted pets in Mexico and brings them across the border into Texas. For Canadian adoptions, pets are delivered to the nearest US-Canada border. Real-time updates will be provided throughout the journey.
