Travey is a smart, affectionate Shiba Inu girl just over 1 year old and weighing 23 pounds. She is still adjusting after arriving at her foster home in the Chicago area, but she loves attention, enjoys sleeping in bed with her foster mom, and is eager to learn. With patience, structure, and dedicated training, Travey could become a deeply loyal companion.

Ideal Home

Travey needs a patient family with time to focus on her and help her become a well-adjusted adult. Her ideal home will have a securely fenced yard and no shared walls, since she can be vocal. She should live without cats or small pets because of her high prey drive. She gets along with most dogs in her foster home but can be dog-selective, so a laid-back, easygoing dog friend would be the best match. She may do well with older children after getting to know them, but she is not a good match for very young children.

Ongoing Health

Travey is spayed and vaccinated. She had giardia when she entered foster care and is recovering nicely while feeling fine.

Training & Support

Travey is potty trained, does well in her crate when her foster mom goes out, and has mastered leash walking. She is super smart, eager to please, learns quickly, and is motivated by treats. She may use the “Shiba scream” when left completely alone, pull toward squirrels or bunnies, bark at unfamiliar people, and react to other dogs on walks. She can jump over gates, so her family will need to take care to prevent escapes.

Application Details

• Travey’s family will need to commit to patient, ongoing training and support.
• Applications start by contacting the provider through Wags. Once approved, the provider will introduce the adopter to Travey’s foster mom for a meeting.

Transportation

No transportation options are specified.