My name is Gigi!

Pretty little Gigi!!!!

Well, Gigi is one lucky little pup! She was abandoned at a park that is always has people dumping their dogs there. But, this park has a regular dog feeder that always goes by every other day to feed the many strays that are there. Rain, sun, cold, mosquito infested .... this lovely woman is always there to feed the dogs.

The night that she went to feed the dogs, she said she heard a whimpering cry coming up to her but she could not see her because it was night time. And then next thing you know, Gigi jumps into her car! Typically, this very good samaritan does not take the dogs home. But, she did not have heart to pick up Gigi and put her back outside with insects and other stray dogs. It was clear that Gigi was very people friendly and wanted help!

That is when A.M.O.R. became involved. After the dog feeder reached out to us, how can anyone say NO to Gigi and her adorable face? Her BIG BROWN EYES call to you! Her spunky personality makes her a joy to have around and makes you laugh. And then she loves to cuddle - and that is the cherry on the sundae!

Gigi was obviously very loved but it is also obvious that she did not have any structure or potty training done for her. She loves to get your attention by trying to grab at your hand/fingers. And her new adult teeth are still pretty sharp so having small children is not ideal. She will need to be trained out of this bad habit. And she very much wants to be around her person/family. If not, she will bark at you for your attention.

Another issue that needs to be noted, is that she is not house potty trained. At any given time, when she needs to pee, she simply stops what she is doing and then squats to pee. Poo is not the same because she stops what she is doing and then starts looking around for a spot. So, we can catch this quickly.

Gigi is a smart pup and fast learner. Her hand nips/nibbles are still there but she does it less and less. Especially compared to when she first arrived to A.M.O.R. She is also starting to bark less when she does not get her way and cannot be with us at all times. Her kennel training is coming along very well! And she has NEVER made a potty mess in her kennel. And now, she is starting to tell us she needs to go outside by walking to the back door...but, again, this is mostly for poop. There is more work to be done by her family regarding her potty education.

Gigi gets along with all pups and dogs of different ages and sizes. She gets along with cats! She loves attention from men and women. She walks well on leash.

Gigi is placed in kennel for bedtime at 10pm. She is an early riser and needs to be by 7:30am. She WILL LET YOU KNOW!!!! She will whimper, bark, yelp....everything to let you know she needs to POTTY!!!! She is quick to go outside and do her business. And then quickly returns to the door to be let back in. And again, she will let you know that she WANTS BACK IN! Then by 10am she is back in kennel for a nap. A quick light lunch at 1pm and more play and pee/poo. Then another nap by 5pm. And then at 7pm, one last time play time, dinner, pee/poo, cuddles. Then bed is 10pm.

Gigi would like to have her very own forever family...are you her family???

All of Gigi's vetting has been done by my personal dogs' vet. The following is a list of what has been done for Gigi.

SPAYED
2 - DA2PP shots (Distemper, Adenovirus Type 2 (Hepatitis), Parvo, and Parainfluenza)
Bordatella shot
Rabies shot
Dewormed
Heartworm tested - Negative
Tested, Treated (if needed), and retested for giardia and coccidia
Iverhart heartworm preventative
Simparica fleas and ticks preventative
Chipped

There are two categories of vaccines: “core” vaccines that are recommended for all pets, and “non-core vaccines” which may be recommended by your vet based on lifestyle and exposure risk. The core vaccine for dogs is the Rabies vaccine, which is required by law. The second core vaccine for dogs is often referred to as the DA2PP or DHPP vaccine. This stands for “Distemper, Adenovirus Type 2 (Hepatitis), Parvo, and Parainfluenza”, meaning that this vaccine protects against FOUR different diseases.
It is especially important for puppies to begin a series of DA2PP vaccines at six to eight weeks of age, as natural immunity obtained from the mother decreases and puppies become very susceptible to potentially life-threatening diseases such as Canine Parvovirus (Parvo). Parvo is transmitted through feces and can remain in the environment for at least one month, and up to a year if the conditions are right. This means that puppies do not need to be directly exposed to another dog that has Parvo in order to contract the disease, and caution is advised when choosing where and how to socialize and exercise your pup. We recommend avoiding exposure to unknown dogs or public places until your puppy has finished their vaccine series. BUT, all A.M.O.R. puppies (1 year old and less) have all FOUR shots. They are safe to join you and your family on your outdoor adventures and you can rest at ease.
Non-core vaccines for dogs include Bordetella, Influenza, Leptospirosis and Lyme. The Bordetella (aka: Kennel Cough) help to prevent highly-contagious respiratory diseases, and are essential for dogs that may be exposed to other dogs, especially in group settings such as dog parks, daycare, or boarding facilities. All A.M.O.R. dogs and puppies are given a Bordatella vaccine. Bordatella boosters are given every 6 months.
https://www.thedrakecenter.com/services/dogs/parasites/deworming-dogs
The above link is to provide you information regarding why deworming is so important for all dogs of all ages (and for their families).
All A.M.O.R.s are dewormed upon entering the rescue and then again 5 days before their health certificate visit (when they have been adopted and ready to travel). This dewormer is issued per our vet. And all pets are tested, treated (if needed), and retested for coccidia and giardia.

A.M.O.R. provides you with this information so that you can be aware of the work and love that is given to each pet. Each puppy has visited the vet AT LEAST 5 times during their stay with us. They have seen the vet 4 times for their shots and will see the vet 1-2 more times prior to transport in order to obtain a health certificate for travel. Adult dogs have seen the vet AT LEAST 3 times. Two visits for their shots and 1-2 visits prior to transport in order to obtain a health certificate.

Are you ready to cuddle, laugh and love pretty little Gigi???

All animals receive a health certificate (stating that a licensed veterinarian saw the pet and deemed it healthy for travel, but is not a promise of perfect health).
Please email for an A.M.O.R. application in order to be considered.
Please note: this pet is located out of state.