My name is Gracie!

Gracie is a cute black and white pup who appears to be a cocker spaniel or possibly spaniel/shih tzu mix who is just over a year old. She weighs around 20# 

Gracie was on the overpass of 635/Abrams on 5/1/24 next to concrete barriers, within the white line--in a very narrow and very dangerous area, as cars were coming fast. She was close to death so she was caught and rescued. Gracie went to vet for a check up. The vet determined that Gracie was a year or less old, that she did not have parasites or heartworms and she could have vaccines and a heartworm test. No one has come looking for her.

Gracie can be territorial when it comes to food and attention, but likes the company of other dogs. She is a QUEEN and she wants the #1 spot. She is affectionate, loyal and energetic, but she would do great as an only dog in a home. She gets along with older children but I wouldn't recommend younger children because Gracie has been traumatized  Gracie is housebroken, knows sit, stay, come and fetch; using a water bottle to spray her when she is being territorial has been effective.

She is frightened of men but with slow intros and treats she will approach - one fast movement and she will retreat from interaction. I don't think it is impossible for her to regain trust but it will take work; she does okay but would probably be better in an all female home unless males that she comes in contact with are very patient and move slowly. 

She needs a loving home with a dog owner who can train her where she does not have to compete with other dogs. She is super loyal and quite snuggly when not having to compete for time and attention. Thank you to Cody's for your efforts in helping this beautiful dog to find her forever home. She is perfect for a family with a yard for her to play in and older children to love on her. 

If interested please fill out an application at codysfriendsrescue.org