Meet Raya!
Raya's story begins in a way we'll never forget. There's one video we chose not to share—Raya standing over her sibling who had been struck and killed in the median of a busy highway. Cars flew by, but she refused to leave. She stayed right there, loyal and heartbroken, until one of our volunteers was able to bring her to safety. That was the day Raya's new life began. Today she's a happy, resilient young girl who's left so much of her past behind. Raya is playful, goofy, athletic, and absolutely hilarious. When she gets the zoomies, she doesn't just run—she hops like a little deer, bouncing across the yard in a way that's guaranteed to make you laugh. She loves adventures. Walks? Yes. Car rides? Absolutely. Hiking? Exploring? Count her in. The second someone heads toward the front door, she's convinced she's included. In fact, she'd probably walk for miles before she'd willingly turn around and head home.
Ideal Home
Raya would love an active home with a fenced-in yard where she can safely explore and go on adventures. She is looking for a family that truly wants their dog to be part of everyday life. Because she can be easily overstimulated by cats, we are looking for a cat-free home for Raya. She also prefers to be the only dog in the household to allow her to settle in without the pressure of introductions.
Ongoing Health
Raya is spayed/neutered, up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines, and microchipped.
Training & Support
Raya does need slow, positive introductions with new people and other dogs. Once she realizes you're a friend, she's incredibly affectionate and loyal, but she likes a little time to figure things out first. Her foster uses a sturdy crate when needed to help with some separation anxiety and keep her out of puppy mischief. If you are gone 8-10 hours most days with little time together, Raya probably isn't the right match.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- You can fill out an adoption application at www.bit.ly/mu-adopt.
- Completed applications take priority over inquiries.
Transporation
Raya is located in South Mississippi. We welcome adopters from out of state and offer virtual meet-and-greets. Transport to many states in the Northeast is available. The adoption fee includes transport to the city on this listing, with transports running every 2-3 weeks. We cannot adopt to Rhode Island due to import restrictions.
