Blessings

Meet Blessings!<br/><br/>Blessings is a sweet former mama dog who is ready for a new chapter of her own. She's affectionate, curious, and happiest when she's included in her family's adventures. With her love of walks, exploring, and playtime, she would make a wonderful companion for an active family.<br/><br/>- Sweet, cuddly, and affectionate once she feels comfortable<br/>- Loves exploring outdoors and sniffing out new adventures<br/>- Would enjoy long, brisk walks, hikes, or even joining her person for a run<br/>- Loves playing with sticks, soccer balls, and toys she chooses from the toy basket<br/>- Peanut butter is a favorite, and she's very treat motivated<br/>- Knows "sit," "wait," and "out," and is working on her recall<br/>- Excellent house manners and does not bother things that aren't hers<br/>- Great in the car<br/>- Comfortable passing people and dogs on walks and may offer a quick hello or simply keep going<br/>- Initially nervous around men but warms up with time and patience; once comfortable, she'll approach on her own for friendship<br/>- Sleeps well in covered crate at night and sleeps quietly through the night<br/>- Still learning to feel comfortable being alone during the day and would benefit from a family willing to continue working on this<br/>- Another dog in the home may provide companionship and help her feel more comfortable when her people are away<br/><br/>Blessings has spent her time caring for others, and now it's her turn to be spoiled. She's looking for an active, patient family who will include her in their adventures and give her the love and security she deserves.<br/><br/>*********************************************************************<br/><br/>Schedule a meet-and-greet by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey.<br/><br/>Join our Foster program and become a hero! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster.<br/>____________________________________________________________<br/>ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE!<br/><br/>Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process<br/>- Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated!<br/><br/>Requirements And Donations<br/>- Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS).<br/>- Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards.<br/>- Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies.<br/>- Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available.<br/><br/>Location And Hours<br/>- Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; and Saturday 10AM-4PM.<br/>- We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations.<br/><br/>Bringing Your New Dog Home<br/>- The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/.<br/>- Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/.<br/><br/>Support ODHS<br/>Help us promote forever homes for our rescue dogs! Like "Old Dominion Humane Society" on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.<br/>#Adopt #Donate #Volunteer #Foster

Meet Blessings!

Blessings is a sweet former mama dog who is ready for a new chapter of her own. She's affectionate, curious, and happiest when she's included in her family's adventures. With her love of walks, exploring, and playtime, she would make a wonderful companion for an active family.

- Sweet, cuddly, and affectionate once she feels comfortable
- Loves exploring outdoors and sniffing out new adventures
- Would enjoy long, brisk walks, hikes, or even joining her person for a run
- Loves playing with sticks, soccer balls, and toys she chooses from the toy basket
- Peanut butter is a favorite, and she's very treat motivated
- Knows "sit," "wait," and "out," and is working on her recall
- Excellent house manners and does not bother things that aren't hers
- Great in the car
- Comfortable passing people and dogs on walks and may offer a quick hello or simply keep going
- Initially nervous around men but warms up with time and patience; once comfortable, she'll approach

Meet Blessings!

Blessings is a sweet former mama dog who is ready for a new chapter of her own. She's affectionate, curious, and happiest when she's included in her family's adventures. With her love of walks, exploring, and playtime, she would make a wonderful companion for an active family.

- Sweet, cuddly, and affectionate once she feels comfortable
- Loves exploring outdoors and sniffing out new adventures
- Would enjoy long, brisk walks, hikes, or even joining her person for a run
- Loves playing with sticks, soccer balls, and toys she chooses from the toy basket
- Peanut butter is a favorite, and she's very treat motivated
- Knows "sit," "wait," and "out," and is working on her recall
- Excellent house manners and does not bother things that aren't hers
- Great in the car
- Comfortable passing people and dogs on walks and may offer a quick hello or simply keep going
- Initially nervous around men but warms up with time and patience; once comfortable, she'll approach on her own for friendship
- Sleeps well in covered crate at night and sleeps quietly through the night
- Still learning to feel comfortable being alone during the day and would benefit from a family willing to continue working on this
- Another dog in the home may provide companionship and help her feel more comfortable when her people are away

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