Dog of the Week: Sophia

Sophia is a 7-year-old, super cute mixture of what we guess is dachshund mixed with something that gives her a little taller legs, so maybe a mini Australian shepherd? She’s beautiful but she is quite shy. She will need some time to warm up to you and she will need a safe space to go when she’s feeling overwhelmed. A crate or space under a piece of furniture will do, she isn’t too picky! Sophia also has a very typical small dog issue, she needs to lose some weight. She’s on a diet plan that’s working but still has some room for improvement.

We are working on house training, and using the dog door with some success, but she will need some additional training.  Sophia currently lives with other small dogs and would do okay with another small, calm dog. Big dogs and children can be quite intimidating to her. She doesn’t need much physical contact with people but she loves your presence. She will follow you around the house and would prefer to at least be in the same room.  Sophia is very sweet but very timid. She will need someone with a lot of patience and that will allow her the space and time needed for big adjustments. If you are looking for a low-maintenance dog and have a quiet home, Sophia might just be the dog for you!

Sophia’s adoption fee is $250 and includes spay surgery, being up to date on vaccinations and preventives, a microchip with free lifetime registration, and a free obedience class.

If you would like a quiet dog for your quiet home, please complete an adoption application HERE.