Sandy is a sweet and shy Sheltie who was rescued from a puppy mill situation. Her life experiences have been very limited and she is learning to feel safe with people and in a home. Once she’s settled into your home, she is very playful and has quite the personality!

Age: 1 year (BD 5/30/2023)

Size: 17 lbs.  

Temperament: Sandy is developing confidence and trust. She will move away if approached and will need someone who understands the importance of letting Sandy approach on her terms and her timeline.

Fence: A secure physical fence with direct access from the house is required because Sandy is a flight risk. She needs to be on a long line in the fenced yard as she may run when someone approaches her.

Dogs: Sandy gets along very well with another Sheltie in her foster home. She wants to play and will try to get the other dog to engage. She loves to chase and be chased. Sandy would prefer one dog friend. More than that may be overwhelming for her. She has been in the home with 2 other dogs at a time and it seems that she would prefer to play one-on-one rather than with both dogs.

Cats: Unknown. Sandy has not been introduced to cats. 

Kids: Unknown. Sandy has not lived with children and has not been introduced to children. She is wary of children when out on walks. Sandy will need an adult home or a home with an older child (age 10+) who understands about giving a dog space and waiting for a dog to initiate interaction, and who is responsible enough to close doors to prevent accidental escape.

Crate Use: Sandy chooses her “kennel” when she feels unsure, and is crated at night and when no one is home. Her family will need to allow free access to her crate to allow Sandy to feel safe and to adjust on her timeline.

Housetrained: Sandy has had no accidents at her foster home.

Responds to Cues: Our priority is to build trust and to allow Sandy to adjust on her schedule. She responds to the cue “kennel”. 

Leash Walks: Sandy enjoys leash walks and does not pull. For her safety, Sandy should not be taken on leash walks outside a fenced area for at least 4 weeks, and not before she feels safe with her person and has practiced leash walks within the fenced yard for several weeks. 

Car Rides: Sandy rides in a crate in the car for her safety.

Activity Level: Medium to high. Once she is settled and shows you her personality, Sandy will want to play much of the time with another dog. She enjoys chewing on toys and chasing them but doesn’t bring them back. 

Barking: Average for a Sheltie. Sandy will become vocal and playful once she’s come out of her shell.

Health: No known health issues following veterinary examination, spay, vaccinations and 4DX. 

Experienced Home: Sandy will blossom in a home experienced in allowing the dog to set the pace for interaction and building trust, and who understands the precautions needed to keep a shy dog safe. 

Sandy is a sweet and energetic Sheltie with lots of personality. She is learning about being in the house and interacting with humans. She loves playing with her canine friend and with toys in the house.

Adoption fee: $450