In addition to the adoption fee of $300, I will require a training deposit of $150 which is fully refundable upon completion of a training course.
Foster Update #3 - She is a super sweet, energetic 9-year-old who loves cozying up at home and going for walks with us.
Marla is the definition of an easy going dog. At home, she is very calm, adores cuddles, is completely comfortable staying home alone, takes treats gently, and gets along wonderfully with everyone (dogs, cats, children, and adults). She adores sunbathing in the backyard while I garden. She sleeps soundly through the night and patiently waits for us to wake up. She is fully house trained and does her business outside during walks.
She now responds to the "sit" command and even waits for her food bowl to be placed down before eating, skills she didn't have at first. She eats next to our dog, letting her finish without any fuss. She is truly a wonderful dog.
On walks, Marla is enthusiastic and curious. She loves sniffing and exploring new places. While she can still pull on the leash, especially when she spots other dogs or rabbits, she is improving every day. With patience and consistency, she is learning to walk more calmly and even checks in with us, a new habit that shows how connected she is to us now. She will need a family willing to continue guiding her leash manners with kindness and positive reinforcement.
Marla is mostly deaf following two ear surgeries, but this has never been an issue for us. She responds to her name when we are close and seems to compensate well with her sight and sense of smell. In fact, her hearing loss hadn't slowed her down at all, she remains attentive and curious as any other dog.
Marla is a happy, loyal companion who enjoys her walks but also adores relaxing in her comfy bed at home. If you know any families looking for a loving dog who enjoys both adventure and quiet cuddle time, Marla is ready to fill their home with warmth and joy.
Foster Update #2
Marla will be an excellent dog for a family who will appreciate her company, with or without children or other dogs. Although she can be left alone, Marla loves being with her humans, especially lying down next to them.
Marla Highlights:
Calm at home but has a good energy level on walks
A happy girl, friendly with everybody (adults and children)
Good with other dogs
Likes to play with a ball on small throws
Take treats ever so tenderly
House trained
She seems to shed very minimally compared to our yellow Lab
Can stay inside when alone, we never need to put her in a crate
Wants to be with her humans, a big love bug
A great work-from-home buddy
Good in the car
Sleeps through the night
Does her business every time she goes out for a walk
A really easy-going dog
Areas of Improvement:
She can pull on the leash when she sees other dogs or wants to explore an area.
She should be kept inside if alone as will attempt to escape the yard if left outside.
Medical:
Due to her history of chronic ear infections Marla is scheduled for TECA surgery, this will resolve her ear issues however she will be most deaf after her surgery.
Foster Update #1
- Marla is a very sweet and affectionate dog.
- gets along well with humans and dogs. She played with the resident Lab and two friends (2 Labradoodles) in the park this morning.
- takes treats ever so tender.
- walks nicely on a leash but can zigzag. Sometimes she stops in front of me to look at me, so could be surprising. She pulls really hard when seeing another dog / horse/ runner.
- does morning 1 hour walks with no problem and same at the end of the afternoon (45 to 30mn, most of the time in the park). We walk at her own pace which is pretty good. In the park, if I throw a ball gently, she likes to retrieve it and walk with it proudly, then let it go.
- sleeps all night on a dog bed in our daughter’s bedroom.
- can wait if asking before opening the door.
- waits when I prepare her bowl, eats slowly.
- is not counter surfing.
- does not come to see us when we are at the table for the meal, just sleeps next to the table.
- not destructive at all.
- not really interested in toys but can play with the resident Lab for a short time.
- enjoys a nap close to one of us.
- she is a loving Lab who needs to be reassured.
- Marla is adorable and very very gentle with a good energy level for a 9 year old Lab while being calm.
Introduction:
Don't let Marla's age fool you. She has a lot of life in her. She enjoys long walks and playdates with other dogs. Marla's family relinquished her to a local shelter after they no longer had the time to care for her. She grew up kids of all ages, and a cat. She may be cat friendly. Sweet Marla at 9 years old was at the shelter for a month when they reached out to us to help her. Marla was so happy during the dog to dog evaluation. She just wanted to play. She offered lots of play bows. She took treats nicely. She showed us she knows sit and shake. Marla is good on leash until she sees a dog she wants to meet. She will pull you over to say hi. We can't blame her as she has been cooped up for a month. Marla likes belly rubs. She rides great in the car. No issues getting in and out. She is new to the rescue. We are still learning about her. She is a happy and playful 9 year old. She can easily go for long walks and enjoy a playdate with another dog.