Zora is the kind of dog who makes a house feel softer just by being in it, side of giggles included as she can usually be found proudly carrying a toy around giving it a bit of a house tour. She's estimated to be 5-7 years old and weighs 64lbs. Zora is likely a German Shepherd mix who loves her home body lifestyle. She's gentle, sweet, and quietly charming, often nudging for pets with her warm eyes. Zora also enjoys redecorating by dragging blankets and random items around the house. She's house-trained, quiet in her crate, and has never chewed furniture, though she does have a penchant for house shoes!
Ideal Home
Zora would love a single-level home with minimal or no stairs to protect her hips. She enjoys the company of other dogs and would thrive in a home with a playful, friendly dog friend where things feel steady and routine-based. She can be nervous meeting new people, especially in public, and prefers to approach new acquaintances at her own pace. A home that prefers cozy nights in over constant outings would be a perfect fit for Zora.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned, but her ideal home will help keep her hips young with a single-level living space.
Training & Support
Zora is house-trained with zero indoor accidents and is quiet in her crate, which she uses during the day and overnight. She has never chewed furniture but has been known to relocate house shoes. While she can be nervous around strangers and vacuums, a patient and gentle approach will help her build trust. She may grumble if another dog tries to take a toy she's enjoying, but this is described as "all bark and no bite."
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- Adoption fee is $900 and includes all vetting (spay/neuter, vaccines, microchip, heartworm prevention, etc.) and transport.
- A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.
- Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
Transporation
Zora is located in Texas and can be transported nationwide using our rescue's USDA-certified transport system. Drop-off locations are available in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, and Canada (with pick-up options in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY, or Brattleboro, VT).