A couple months or so ago, in a joint effort between GSP Rescue of NJ, GSP Rescue of PA and GSP Rescue of NE we assisted with a number of GSPs from a breeder neglect case in PA. GSP Rescue of NJ received three pregnant females, all whelped puppies which have been placed and now it’s their moms turn.
During Glory’s time with us, besides having a litter of puppies, she’s been spayed, had her teeth cleaned, an eye surgery and a small lump removed along with her routine vaccinations and microchip.
SUMMARY:
Glory is a beautiful young lady at just 3 years old, around 50lbs and black/white in color. Because of what we believe was an old eye injury when she was a puppy leaving her with no sight in one eye, we had her left eye removed which only adds to her character! She is crate trained and housebroken, playful with people, dogs and toys. She’s a typically 3 year old with plenty of energy but also enjoys being a couch potato too! She’s learned the very basic commands - sit, paw and no. She needs time to warm up when meeting people and once acclimated to each other, likes other dogs too. She’s a very sweet girl. An ideal home would be one with adults where she’d be a single pet and get plenty of exercise and attention. In the right family, Glory could also do well with other dogs and older kids just like her foster family has.
DETAILS:
Glory came from a puppy mill situation, her living conditions were deplorable and her care was minimal. In her foster home there are three other dogs, 2 GSPs and 1 Lab. Initially she and the alpha GSP in the home had issues, it took about 4 weeks, but now you’d never know there were any problems.
Initially she had toy/food issues with the other dogs in the home, it subsided after the first week and it was never towards the humans in the home. She was extremely food driven and even just the smell of the family preparing their own meal could cause an issue. After a routine was established and Glory realized she always got her meals on a regular schedule, she calmed down and trusted she’d get fed. Now Glory even relaxes while her family makes and enjoys their meals.
Glory takes time to warm up to new people. Her foster always introduces her to new people and she seems to sense if people are afraid of her and then she becomes afraid of them. When someone is confident, gives Glory her space and time to warm up, she’s just fine. Her foster is able to easily read her signals and give her space as needed.
She doesn’t have any limitations with having only one eye. She doesn’t get spooked and her sight is otherwise good. However, we will only consider a home with older kids since they can understand and be more sensitive to this difference rather than scared by it.
Glory is ok on a leash but she will chase moving vehicles. She’s gotten better since she first arrived at her foster home with the regular exposure. However, we don’t think City life would be good for her.
Remember Glory didn’t live in a normal environment, wasn’t well socialized and didn’t have basic training - she was used for breeding. All her behaviors seem very normal based on her background and she continues to improve. She needs an understanding and patient family, one that is wiling to continue to work with her through training which will not only build a bond with her new family but also continue to build her confidence. We are looking for home that wants her to thrive to her fullest potential.
If you are interested in learning more about Glory, please complete an adoption application on our website: www.gsprescuenj.com
