Sutton has been with us since February 2025, and her background helps explain the behaviors we see today. After reviewing her history, we confirmed that she originally came from a property where multiple dogs were kept in poor conditions. The dogs had minimal contact with people aside from their owner.
This lack of socialization and high-conflict environment aligns closely with Sutton’s current challenges.
The Challenges (Honest Truth):
-Can be highly reactive to other dogs; escalates quickly in close proximity.
-May fixate on other dogs and has a history of escalating altercations.
-Needs to be the only pet in the home.
-Needs ongoing work on impulse control, redirection, and handler focus.
Why She’s Worth It:
-Away from dog-related triggers, Sutton is incredibly affectionate and people-oriented.
-Calm, sweet, and responsive in low-stimulation environments.
-Food-motivated, takes treats gently, and listens well during one-on-one training.
-Has shown excellent leash manners on quiet walks and enjoys exploring and cuddling.
-Staff and Volunteers consistently describe her as well-behaved, gentle, and loving when out of the shelter environment.
Sutton isn’t the right fit for every home. She needs a calm, structured environment where she can be the only animal and continue working on her confidence and self-control. With the right person, Sutton has the potential to be a deeply loyal, affectionate companion who thrives on love, routine, and one-on-one attention.
Sutton has been with us since February 2025, and her background helps explain the behaviors we see today. After reviewing her history, we confirmed that she originally came from a property where multiple dogs were kept in poor conditions. The dogs had minimal contact with people aside from their owner.
This lack of socialization and high-conflict environment aligns closely with Sutton’s current challenges.
The Challenges (Honest Truth):
-Can be highly reactive to other dogs; escalates quickly in close proximity.
-May fixate on other dogs and has a history of escalating altercations.
-Needs to be the only pet in the home.
-Needs ongoing work on impulse control, redirection, and handler focus.
Why She’s Worth It:
-Away from dog-related triggers, Sutton is incredibly affectionate and people-oriented.
-Calm, sweet, and responsive in low-stimulation environments.
-Food-motivated, takes treats gently, and listens well during one-on-one training.
-Has shown excellent leash manners on quiet walks and enjoys exploring and cuddling.
-Staff and Volunteers consistently describe her as well-behaved, gentle, and loving when out of the shelter environment.
Sutton isn’t the right fit for every home. She needs a calm, structured environment where she can be the only animal and continue working on her confidence and self-control. With the right person, Sutton has the potential to be a deeply loyal, affectionate companion who thrives on love, routine, and one-on-one attention.
Adopters must be 21 years of age or older
and present a valid driver's license or picture ID
The adoption fee for our animals varies and is dependent on many factors including age, size, behavior and medical condition.
Setting higher fees for some animals enables us the ability to put funds towards our elderly and "special needs" animals that would otherwise not make it.
Adoption fees include:
Age Appropriate Immunizations
Rabies
Disease Appropriate Testing
Deworming
Internal & External Parasite Prevention
Spay/Neuter
Microchip & Registration
1 Month of Pet Health Insurance.
Adopters must be 21 years of age or older
and present a valid driver's license or picture ID
The adoption fee for our animals varies and is dependent on many factors including age, size, behavior and medical condition.
Setting higher fees for some animals enables us the ability to put funds towards our elderly and "special needs" animals that would otherwise not make it.
Adoption fees include:
Age Appropriate Immunizations
Rabies
Disease Appropriate Testing
Deworming
Internal & External Parasite Prevention
Spay/Neuter
Microchip & Registration
1 Month of Pet Health Insurance.
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For more information, please contact PAWS Humane at (706) 565-0035 ext. 202 or (706) 660-5920 or visit our adoption Center at 4900 Milgen Rd. Columbus, GA 31907. For information about adopting a pet visit our website at www.pawshumane.org
For more information, please contact PAWS Humane at (706) 565-0035 ext. 202 or (706) 660-5920 or visit our adoption Center at 4900 Milgen Rd. Columbus, GA 31907. For information about adopting a pet visit our website at www.pawshumane.org
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PAWS Columbus, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent overpopulation and suffering of companion animals, to teach kindness and responsibility toward them, and to promote the remarkable capacity of pets to enrich human lives through pet-assisted therapy programs. We work in partnership with the City of Columbus to enhance and supplement the services offered by Animal Care and Control, reduce the need for euthanasia of unwanted animals because of severe pet overpopulation and find a loving and compatible forever home for every adoptable animal. PAWS is supported by private contributions from the citizens of our community. We are People Helping Animals, Animals Helping People.
PAWS Columbus, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent overpopulation and suffering of companion animals, to teach kindness and responsibility toward them, and to promote the remarkable capacity of pets to enrich human lives through pet-assisted therapy programs. We work in partnership with the City of Columbus to enhance and supplement the services offered by Animal Care and Control, reduce the need for euthanasia of unwanted animals because of severe pet overpopulation and find a loving and compatible forever home for every adoptable animal. PAWS is supported by private contributions from the citizens of our community. We are People Helping Animals, Animals Helping People.
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