Meet Michelle! This 3-year-old spayed female Staffordshire Terrier mix is about 48 pounds and is currently thriving in a foster home in Houston, Texas, eager to find her forever family. She was rescued from euthanasia at a high-kill shelter and is embracing her second chance with enthusiasm. Michelle is incredibly friendly, affectionate, and social, especially with other dogs. She loves to play and nap with her doggy foster siblings, adjusting her behavior with them despite her playful, sometimes enthusiastic energy. Outside, she enjoys running around with her friends, and indoors, she settles beautifully, making her a happy and mellow house companion.
Ideal Home
Michelle has met children ages 8 and up and was very sweet with them. However, due to her excitement, we recommend a home with kids 12+ or dog-savvy younger teens who can manage her enthusiasm. She would also thrive in a home with another friendly dog. Michelle would do great in an apartment or urban setting as long as she gets consistent exercise and enrichment. A secure yard or consistent leash walks are a must due to her tendency to be an escape artist.
Ongoing Health
Michelle is a spayed female and is up-to-date on vaccinations.
Training & Support
Michelle is fully housebroken and crate trained, even choosing to hang out in her crate during the day. She is very food motivated and learns quickly. While she is still working on her manners, she can be a bit sneaky around food, so she is fed separately and does best with guidance at snack time. She responds well to redirection. Michelle walks fairly well on leash but tends to pull, and continued leash training and structure will help her improve. She loves to chew, especially on sticks or things she finds outside, so supervision and crate time when unsupervised are important.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- Please ensure all decision-makers in your household are on board before applying.
- Our transports run every few weeks, and your dog will be on the next available transport once approved. If you have specific timing needs, please apply closer to that date.
Transportation
Michelle is currently located in Houston, Texas. She can be transported to an approved adopter once she is ready.
