Meet Nutmeg!
This sweet, eleven-year-old Jack Russell Terrier/American Pitbull Terrier mix is a bright spark of devotion wrapped in a charming white coat with fawn patches and spots. At around 30 pounds, Nutmeg is a wonderfully intelligent and highly treat-motivated girl who loves learning new things. She already knows an impressive list of commands, including sit, stay, place, bed, leave it, down, spin, wait, and house! Nutmeg is crate-trained, house-trained, microchipped, spayed, and up to date on her vaccinations. One of her most delightful quirks is her love of balls, puzzles, and showing off her impressive jumping ability. She also enjoys car rides, sunbathing, and keeping a close eye on whatever her people are doing. Her affectionate nature makes her a constant companion who thrives on connection and routine. Nutmeg has a history of traumatic experiences, including neglect and attacks by other dogs, which have contributed to resource guarding and defensive reactivity. While she has made tremendous progress, she still requires thoughtful management. Nutmeg currently receives daily medication to help manage anxiety and thrives with structure, routine, and clear expectations. In the right caring environment, Nutmeg offers loyalty, laughter, companionship, and countless cozy moments on the couch. She needs a patient family who will appreciate her intelligence, honor her boundaries, and celebrate all the wonderful qualities that make her unique.
Ideal Home
Nutmeg is looking for a quiet, experienced, adult-only home where she can continue building confidence and enjoying a predictable lifestyle. She needs to be the only pet in the home and cannot live with children or have regular child visitors.
Ongoing Health
Nutmeg currently receives daily medication to help manage anxiety.
Training & Support
Nutmeg has a history of resource guarding and defensive reactivity around other dogs and children. While she has made tremendous progress through extensive training and behavior support, she still requires thoughtful management and an adopter who understands canine body language and positive reinforcement techniques. She has displayed defensive reactions around children and had two unusual human-related incidents, including a leash lunge toward a child and a nip to an adult family member's hand during a stressful moment.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Nutmeg is currently in Chicago, IL, and will remain with her current family until a suitable new home is found for her. She is open to a long-distance adoption.
