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My name is Dixie!

Posted over 3 weeks ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

My basic info

Breed
Labrador Retriever
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
4 years 5 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
2000140815

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Name, age, breed: Dixie, 4 years old, Lab mix

Likes: food, walks, being pet, sleeping in your bed, cuddles, scratchiest and overall attention.

Dislikes: new people coming into home, loud noises, things being thrown in the air (yes if you throw something in the air, she will hit the deck)

What would be the ideal home? A balance between quiet and active. Routine is a huge part of Dixie and helps with her anxiety.

Good with other cats? Unknown

Good with dogs? Somewhat - if properly introduced

Good with children? Unknown (but she is very good with our gerbils)

Temperament: shy, incredibly loving, pretty laid back

Motivators? FOOD. Food food food. Will do anything for food.

Any commands? Sit, stay, wait, lay down, up, paw, “go pee pee”, come here.

House trained? Yes, never had even one accident in the house.

Crate trained? No. We tried but she just couldn’t due to anxiety.

How long will it take to settle into a new environment? 2-3 months - at least that’s how long it took for Dix to settle in here (foster home).

Any special needs or traits an adopter should know? She’s a pretty shy girl around new people, new dogs, new environments. Trust me, once she comes out of her shell, she’s the sweetest dog with no bad bone in her body. She’s very polite and will only jump on the bed if invited up. She loves her dog bed, it’s her safe spot. She has never picked up a toy here. All sorts, but never. She will always make you wonder if you fed her because all she does is ask for food.

Medical: Has allergies therefore on a hypoallergenic diet. Has chronic ear infections that will need to be cleaned & treated as needed

If you think Dixie is the girl for you - fill out an application today!
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
2000140815
Contact
Client Care
Address
1 Binnington Crt, Kingston, ON K7M 8M9

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

1. Pick out the dog or cat you would like to adopt.
2. Fill out the proper adoption application directly on the Kingston Humane Society’s website.
3. Adoption application will be evaluated by staff, and vet references will be checked – this process may take up to 1 business day.
4. If it is deemed an appropriate match for you and the dog/cat adoption is approved.
5. Sign the contract and other information.
6. Take home your new pet!

More about this shelter

The Kingston Humane Society was founded in 1884 to provide shelter and care for homeless animals and investigate cases of animal cruelty in Kingston and the Frontenac County. We promote responsible pet ownership and compassion and respect for all animals.

Our Mission:

To care for injured, abused and homeless animals
To return or find homes for these animals
To promote/organize spay and neuter programs
To undertake cruelty investigations
To provide emergency rescues
To provide humane education
To assist with the educational programs for St. Lawrence College

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