My name is Shelbourne (Shelby-shark)!

From foster parent 11/10/25:
She is the biggest love bug! She hasn’t grown out of her slightly skittish side and she does have a good amount of energy! She lived a good amount of time on the streets or maybe in a yard without much human interaction in your younger days I would guess based on some of her habits. She is a world champion chewer and can even destroy a black Kong toy! She can shred a dog bed in minutes and will try and make a “nest” out of it which is why I think she likely lived outdoors and only with other dogs. I lovingly call her Shelby shark because when she wants up in your lap or something she sort of finds a way to circle around you or the dog she wants to play with as if circling her prey. Often times she will end up giving you a surprise kiss in your ear or on your face. She absolutely just wants to be loved and to snuggle you. She is the most dog friendly dog I have ever seen! Shelby loves all dogs and people and she is just a happy girl. She has a shy side for sure but as long as you love her and show her she can trust you she will never leave your side! She is very smart and extremely curious and she LOVES food so that is certainly the way to her heart. She only barks at things she hears but that could be kids outside or an animal in the back yard so keep that in mind if you live in an apartment. She is a dainty medium sized girl but she has the bark of a giant burly dog that is rather comical coming from this dainty girl. If you are looking for a dog to help “guard” your house but you don’t want a huge dog she is the best of both worlds. Small in size but big in love and bark! This girl would love to share her love with you for the rest of her life! Give her a blanket and some toys to thrash and you will have a best friend with a built in security system! Shelby also is a really good car rider and she likes to go and she is even more happy when she realizes you also brought her back home with you! Give love a chance and ask about Shelby today!



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Meet Shelbourne – But Her Friends Call Her Shelby!
Shelby is the ultimate Velcro pup—loyal, loving, and always by your side. This sweet girl is the perfect blend of playful and cuddly. She’ll happily zoom around the backyard with her dog buddies one minute and snuggle up on the couch with you the next.
Shelby is very dog-friendly and absolutely adores the company of other pups. While she might sound a little rowdy from her crate, once she's out, she’s all love and wiggles. She enjoys playtime and cuddle time equally with her dog friends. She’s also been calm and indifferent around cats on the other side of the fence, even when other dogs are worked up.
This medium-energy girl is house-trained, listens well, and knows several commands like sit, shake (both paws!), up, and lay down. She walks nicely on a leash—though she may get a bit excited at first, she settles in quickly.
Shelby loves people of all kinds—men, women, and even kids she’s met out and about. She's well-behaved, gentle, and eager to please, making her a joy to bring along on adventures or to just relax at home.
If you're looking for a loving, loyal companion who’s up for both backyard sprints and movie night snuggles, Shelby is your girl. She’ll follow you anywhere—and be happiest just knowing she’s your shadow.

On 10/19/24 Shelbourne met another dog. She was easy to leash, but had some stop and go issues walking on leash. Once outside, she was tense with introductions. She loved being with people, but was unsure of the other dog. Eventually she opened up to being friendly and playful. She had a push/pull playstyle with lots of zoomies throughout the yard.
On 10/22/24 Shelbourne attended playgroup. She was high energy with a friendly and social attitude. She loved being with people and often had a rough and rowdy playstyle, baiting dogs into play with lots of play bows.