Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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For Adoption: Sabrina!
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Sabrina is a sweet and loving 5 year old Bichon Frise. She is a total snuggle bug who wants nothing more than to cuddle up in my lap. She weighs 11lbs. She is very sweet and affectionate. Sabrina is coming from a puppy mill where she was used for breeding. We are happy to have her in our care now and put her mill days behind her. Only good things ahead for this beautiful dog!
Sabrina currently lives with two other dogs and a cat. She has been politely inquisitive with our cat and they are often found gently going nose to nose and checking in on each other. She does enjoy being with the other dogs. She has especially bonded to our cockapoo and will enjoy snuggling up with her for naps. She has been able to walk separately from them but she still often checks in with the other dogs if she is unsure of something. She has also met our parent’s dog who she was friendly with. She has never shown any aggression or reactivity to another dog. We are looking for a forever home for her that has another dog in it as this is what is best for her and her confidence. She really mentors off of the other dogs and learns so much from them. Sabrina has not had the opportunity to meet small children and as a mill dog who is nervous and a flight risk, she will not be suitable for a home with children in it Older teens who are calmer natured would be fine for her.
Sabrina is still nervous and reacts to sudden movements or loud noises typically by cowering in fear. She has never shown any sign of aggression. She is still learning the world around her and needs a quieter area to do so, a rural home, small town, or quiet subdivision. She will not be suitable for big city living or on a main road or anywhere that is noisy or busy. She has to be considered a flight risk and can never be outside without being securely leashed. Her people also need to ensure that doors and gates are shut securely behind them to keep Sabrina safe.
Sabrina has been spayed and all her vetting done. She came to us with terribly rotten teeth and has had a full dentistry, losing many teeth in the process, but she is much happier now and her mouth doesn’t hurt her anymore. Now that she is on top quality food and has access to chew toys she is much better off for healthier oral care.
Sabrina has done really well at both crate training and house training. She knows that her crate is her safe place and will often spendtime in there when she needs her own space or isn’t getting pets from anyone. After some noisy nights while getting used to her crate, she has started to quietly sleep through the night. She has done really well with potty training with supervision outside and lots of praise when she goes. She rarely has accidents now. She has not figured out stairs and has only stayed on the main floor other than a couple of steps off of the deck. She would not do well in a home that requires her to navigate stairs to get in and out. A step or two is fine, but a whole flight of stairs will be too much for her. She is still learning to manage stairs and will eventually get there, but this isn’t something she should have to take on immediately upon going to a new home. She could go to a home that has stairs up or down as long as the main family areas are on the main floor and she could be with everyone as they hang out inside like she has in her foster home. Sabrina would do well in a detached home with a secure fenced yard, but would also do well in an apartment that isnt a busy high rise, in a condo, or pretty much any type of housing. She isnt overly noisy and she will do her business out on walks so is pretty adaptable. She just won’t enjoy a very busy building with a lot of people on elevators etc. or a building that requires her to do stairs. Sabrina is good in the car. It took some getting used to and she is still a bit nervous, but she is getting better all the time.
Sabrina does well with us on walks. She can be a little on the slower side and get distracted but she does not pull and responds well to praise. We are continuing to increase the distance she can go. She does howl when she gets upset but will often settle down with a quick correction. She will occasionally bark especially if the other dogs bark when someone is at the front door. She is very expressive with her excitement and love. She will get so excited to see me that she bounces on only her back feet with her tail wagging and ready to give so many kisses. She has learned that she loves hanging out on couches and getting all of the love she deserves. Her main commands that she knows are to come, go outside, go pee, and go in her crate. She will take food from us and she responds really well to praise. She will do well with training classes and classes will help a lot with her confidence.
Sabrina is a beautiful girl who wants nothing more than to be a part of a family she can love. She has settled into happy family life. She is a snuggly fluff ball who wants to give and receive love. She will be a wonderful companion to anyone who is looking for a sweet, loving, and cuddly little girl. She needs ongoing patience, encouragement, and training to keep building on her confidence and growth. She will make a wonderful companion.
Name: Sabrina
ID # PDR1333
Age: 5yrs
Gender: female
Spayed: yes
UTD vaccines: yes
Breed: Bichon Frise
Colours: white
Coat length: med
House trained: yes
Special needs: no
OK with kids: teens
OK with cats: yes
Ok with dogs: yes
Status: adoptable
Microchip: yes
Size: small
Location: Kitchener
Adoption fee: $700