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. Because Zora is fostered in a loving home we know so much about who she is at home- which is hands down her favorite place to be. Her fosters praise her for being gentle, sweet, and quietly charming. One of many cute things she does is the way she will ask for affection. Her foster shared- it starts with a little nose nudge and a calm, "excuse me, pets please" presence that's delivered with her warm eyes staring at you sweetly. And if you're into adorable home quirks, Zora also likes to drag blankets and random items around the house like she's casually redecorating. Though we cannot guarantee age or breed given Zora is a rescue, we estimate she is 5-7 years old, she weighs 64lbs, and is likely a german shepherd mix. Zora is a homebody at heart who likes calm routines, friendly dog company, and a soft place to land. She can be nervous when meeting new people, especially out in public, but she does better when folks are sitting down and letting her approach at her own pace. Once she decides you're safe, she'll show you that signature move- a sweet tail wag, a gentle paw, and the most polite little nose nudge. Works like a charm every time. She's not a big cuddler, but she absolutely enjoys love and will happily request it on her terms.
Ideal Home
Zora's ideal home would be a single-level home with minimal or no stairs, so her hips can keep young. She does well with normal activity in the home and genuinely enjoys other dogs' company, so she'd love a home with a playful doggie friend where things feel steady, friendly, and routine-based. Zora can be nervous meeting new people, but she warms up pretty quickly, especially when people are sitting down and she can approach at her own pace. She's more comfortable meeting guests in the home than in public, which makes her a great match for someone who prefers cozy home life over constant outings. Zora is afraid of vacuums and occasionally strangers, so she'll do best with a patient, gentle approach that lets her build trust at her own pace.
Ongoing Health
No specific ongoing health conditions are mentioned, but she is estimated to be 5-7 years old.
Training & Support
Zora is house-trained with zero indoor accidents and is not destructive, she's never chewed furniture. She prefers to potty outside on grass and can go 8+ hours without a potty accident. She does not soil her crate. Zora is used to walking on a leash and has been working on kennel/crate routines. She is crate trained, quiet in her crate, and is crated 3-4 hours during the day as well as overnight. She will give a bit of a grumble if another dog tries to steal her toy, but it's described as "all bark and no bite."
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- The adoption fee is $900, which includes all vetting, transport, and more.
- Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
Transporation
We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system. Our transport includes drop off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada. Pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters. A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.
