LEARNING TO TRUST: Approx. 9 - 10 months old / Approx. 38 lbs. & growing
Hi, I’m Hayden! I’m part of a group of Border Collies that appear to have been dumped, so some nice people and animal control worked together to get us safely into rescues once our quarantine time was up. I don’t recall my past, but it may not have been the best given my circumstances so, I’m looking for a quieter type of home with a patient and loving family.
• OTHER DOGS/CATS/KIDS: I met other dogs at Mostly Mutts, and I wasn’t quite ready to play with them, but I also didn’t show any aggression. I do love my sibling, though we don’t have to be adopted together, but if you’re interested in two dogs, we can talk about that. Mostly Mutts does feel that I should have another friendly dog in my new home, to pal around with and help me adjust, so, let’s meet! / Cats unknown. / I haven’t met kids yet at Mostly Mutts, so let’s meet and best no toddlers that I may bump over.
• PERSONALITY/ENERGY LEVEL: The volunteers agree ‘it is impossible to resist my cuteness’. Thanks to the patience and socialization I’m receiving from the dedicated volunteers, I’ve come a long way in a short time. Initially scared and shut down, I’m now happy to receive love and my friendly nature is emerging. I enjoy my time in the play yard with my sibling, and often check back in with the volunteers for some love, kisses and attention. Though still timid with new things, I think that a nice routine will help me to be more comfortable. My sibling is coming around a bit faster than I am, so I’ll just need more patience from my new family. / My energy level is currently 4-6, but that may increase as I become more comfortable in my new home.
• SKILLS/CRATE/POTTY: I am a student in the Mostly Mutts University training program and look forward to learning a lot with my trainer! Check back soon to see what I've learned. The main skill I am working on right now is building my trust of people. There is no better place to do that than in the company of the loving and dedicated volunteers at Mostly Mutts. With my naturally intelligent Border Collie breed, I bet you can teach me some great commands when I settle into my new home. The leash is very new to me and I’m not yet comfortable with it, so please make sure I’m very secure on a leash so I don’t get scared and run off as I don’t want to get lost or hurt. / My crate manners are good at Mostly Mutts. / I've been having some accidents on the shelter schedule, so please continue to be consistent with me on a good schedule, so I can master my potty skills.
• LIKES/DISLIKES: I’m beginning to show my love for playing with toys, so I bet we can find some good ones that I like. I like going out into a secure yard more than walking on a leash, so I’d love a fenced yard in my new home that we can play in together. As we get to know each other, I’m sure we will discover lots of things we like doing together. / I don’t think I’d be comfortable in a home with a lot of folks coming and going as a nice quieter type of home seems much better for me. I’m also sure I wouldn’t like it if I didn’t get enough love, attention, exercise, and training.
• MEDICAL: I'm current on vaccinations, micro-chipped and neutered.
I am looking for a wonderful home with a patient and loving family! My adoption fee is $299.00, and I’m located in Kennesaw, Ga.
December 6, 2024, 9:44 am
