Brunswick, ME - Australian Shepherd. Meet Lainey a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

Australian Shepherd

Color

Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut - with White

Age

Adult

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

–

Sex

Female

Pet ID

–

My details

Good with kids

Good with dogs

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Little miss Lainey is a 3 year old Miniature Aussie saved from an Amish Puppy mill. She came to me shaking, scared and cowering in the corner of her crate. You could tell that little adorable face wants to feel relaxed and free. So, we established a quiet house environment with lots of furry friends to visit and teach her the ropes. It took her about a week to leave the crate and to go outside on her own, she's jumpy with sudden movements and is nervous around humans. It will be a work in progress to build trust. So, she would prefer a quieter home and would love the companion of another dog(s) and possibly a fenced in yard. She loves all dogs and after 3 weeks in our foster home she's venturing out in the yard corralling us like her instincts are telling her and showing small signs that she wants to play. She's even stealing garden tools and bringing them to the back door. She's beginning to bloom like the beautiful flower that she is. Lainey loves her crate, the "Safe place" and retreats there whenever she feels nervous. We added a gate around her crate so she can feel double safe.
We are still working on potty training. She can hold it a long time but things are improving week by week. Leash training is challenging as she doesn't like to be that physically close to me when we are outside just yet, so I've been letting her run free in the fenced in yard. She comes when I call her and sniffs my hand for treats or to say hello, then skurry's off again. She loves scrambled eggs and butter which is a great enticement to come out of her crate to eat and socialize. With lots of love and patience she will make a great companion. She's made an amazing amount of positive strides in the short time with us. We know she will make someone a loving companion. Lainey is fostered in Kennebunk.

Adoption fee is $475

If you do not hear from us within 7 days please email passion4petsrescue@gmail.com