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Three years ago, we made the best decision in
deciding to adopt another ESS. Zoey then came to us and is the BEST dog
ever. She is not only beautiful but so well behaved and is loved by
everyone. We can't thank MAESSR and Debbie enough for giving us Zoey. Judy Minnick, NJ
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Bree
Entered: 10/06/2018 Status: Adopted Age: 7 Months Color: Liver/White Weight: 27 lbs. Gender: Altered Female Location: Ashburn, VA Health: UTD, HW-, treatment for worms and ear infections complete, gaining weight nicely Temperament: Shy and submissive with adults and children, good with other dogs, unknown with cats
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Bree's Story . . .
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Original: “This youngster, like any
other kid, loves breakfast and dinner time. Her ears perk, her tail wags
wildly, and she dances with anticipation.”
Bree, along with two
siblings, entered MAESSR foster care when her Maryland owner’s chronic illness
made him unable to care for his pups any longer. Due to the long-term nature of
the owner’s illness, the dogs have only had limited socialization and
training.
When she first arrived
at his foster home, everything was new and scary for Bree; however, she is
quickly adapting to new experiences. She is very afraid of being on a
leash but has no issue running the backyard with all the other dogs. Bree has
met a few other adults and children, and, with the help of treats, has made
friends after her initial shyness.
A very gentle soul, Bree
loves to have her head and ears scratched. She is learning that pets on her
back and belly can also feel good. Her foster dad can pet her while she
eats. She is crate trained and sleeps in her crate while her foster dad is at
work. She cannot be trusted alone right now since she is still a puppy and will
find trouble if left alone. At night Bree takes her spot on the bed next
to the other Springers and is quiet until she needs to go to the bathroom. Although
she isn’t housetrained, well-timed walks have prevented too many house
accidents. Since living inside is new to her, strange appliance noises still
cause her to retreat.
Bree does not know any
commands nor is she familiar with toys and playtime, but she is quickly
learning. She is a puppy and is learning to not chew inappropriately. She is
being given plenty of bones and chew toys to re-direct her behavior.
And, because she is
still a puppy, Bree’s furever owners will need to make a commitment to take her
to an obedience class. Please note that MAESSR only places puppies in
homes that are committed to training and bonding with the pup in obedience
classes. Puppies require a lot of care, attention, and patience, and they do
chew on things! The decision to get a puppy and raise it to be a healthy,
happy, and well-adjusted dog is a serious commitment. To reinforce this
commitment, MAESSR requires all adopters of dogs one year old and younger to
enroll their puppy in obedience classes within 60 days of adoption.
This youngster, like any
other kid, loves breakfast and dinner time. Her ears perk, her tail wags
wildly, and she dances with anticipation. She is fed away from the other
dogs since she likes to finish up quickly and then raid the other dogs’ food bowls.
Her foster dad knows not to leave food too near the edge of the counter
as Bree was never taught that counter-surfing is a no-no. Food may be
less of a focus once this skinny gal gains some badly needed weight, hopefully
following her worm treatment. Even with her enthusiasm, Miss B is
very gentle taking treats.
Since Bree is very
afraid of the leash, she has to be carried into the car, but, once there,
settles quickly and quietly into the rear passenger seat and was a trooper at
her first vet visit. Clearly frightened, she still allowed the vet to give her
a physical and needed shots without any sign of aggression. She hasn’t been to
a groomer yet but endured a bath from her foster mom as soon as she arrived.
Bree is a work in progress. She clearly wants to please and be
loved. Treats will be a powerful motivation in moving her behavior
forward. A home with a fenced yard would be the best since it will help
her feel safe and secure--walking on a leash may never be a truly comfortable thing
for her to do.
Watch for more on this
lovely lady as she acclimates to her new world, grows in confidence, and learns
to be the best Springer she can be.
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