*This dog is scheduled to arrive in Grimsby, Ontario on Saturday, January 18, 2025*Apply to adopt at rebeldogrescue.com*All adoptions with Rebel Dog Rescue have a 15 day probation period. Read about our adoption process on our website.
Shelly is a 1-year-old Terrier mix with a sweet personality and a playful spirit. She is ready to find her forever home after being rescued from a high-kill shelter with her 8 puppies. This devoted pup is a perfect blend of energy and affection, making her an ideal match for an active, loving family.
Shelly has been friendly and outgoing with people, greeting new friends with a wagging tail, kisses. She adores car rides and will happily accompany you on any adventure. In the home, she loves carrying her toys around like prized possessions and has a knack for melting hearts with her happy, silly antics.
Shelly enjoys the company of other dogs, as she enjoys playful wrestling and bouncing around. While she plays well with most dogs, she occasionally shows dominant behaviour, so shed do best with patient, easygoing canine companions. She has also been great with cats, living harmoniously with both adult cats and foster kittens in her current home.
This smart girl is crate-trained, house-trained, and walks well on a leash. While Shelly is generally calm indoors, she does have moments of excitement, so shes working on building confidence and keeping all four paws on the ground when greeting people.
Her ideal home is one where shell get plenty of attention, exercise, and opportunities to bond with her people - whether thats during car rides, walks, or playtime. Shellys affectionate nature and playful energy make her a joy to be around, and shes eager to become someones loyal sidekick for life.
Could Shelly be the perfect addition to your family? Shes ready to fill your home with love, laughter, and lots of tail wags!
Name: Shelly
Breed: Mixed breed - listed as terrier mix
Age: ~1 year
Weight: ~28lb
Sex: Female, spayed
Colour: Black
Medical: No concerns
Good with men: Yes
Good with women: Yes
Good with kids 0-6: Unknown, no exposure
Good with kids 6+: Yes, but has not lived with kids
Good with dogs: Yes - She has done well with foster's whole pack which includes all age groups and both sexes. She can be dominant at times so may challenge other dominant dogs. She likes to play by jumping up and nibbling the neck so not all dogs react well to that.
Good with cats: Yes - She has been good with foster's adult cats and foster kittens. No reaction when they run but will bark at them when she is outside and they are in the catio.
House trained: Yes
Crate trained: Enters crate willingly/some coaxing, settles quickly and quietly
Resource guarding: None seen
Walks on a leash: Walks well
Energy level: Medium
Requires detached/single home:
Separation anxiety: None seen
Barker: Average
