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Dobbie

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium

About Dobbie

Grass Valley, CA

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

Dobbie’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Dobbie's Story

Meet Dobbie the Dobie – A Resilient Tripod with a Heart of Gold<br/><br/>Dobbie is a sweet, sensitive boy who’s been through a lot. After a traumatic injury, he had one of his legs amputated — but he’s healing beautifully and adjusting to life on three legs with quiet bravery.<br/><br/>He’s currently in a foster home where he's learning that the world can be safe and kind. Dobbie is gentle and loving, but emotionally sensitive. Loud noises and quick movements scare him, so he needs a calm, quiet home with trauma-informed, patient guardians.<br/><br/>Ideal Home:<br/><br/>Quiet, predictable environment<br/>No small children<br/>Carpet or rugs preferred (he struggles on hardwood)<br/>Prior dog experience highly recommended<br/>A ramp for car access would help<br/><br/>With Others:<br/><br/>Dog-friendly with proper introductions<br/>Shy but kind with strangers (needs slow approaches)<br/>Not a fan of head or body pets — prefers gentle chin rubs<br/>Needs continued positive reinforcement training<br/><br/>Dobbie has shown some separation anxiety and does best crated when alone. He’s potty trained but may mark when adjusting to a new space.<br/><br/>Dobbie is truly special. With the right home, he’ll flourish into a loyal, loving companion. Are you the one to give him his second chance?

Meet Dobbie the Dobie – A Resilient Tripod with a Heart of Gold

Dobbie is a sweet, sensitive boy who’s been through a lot. After a traumatic injury, he had one of his legs amputated — but he’s healing beautifully and adjusting to life on three legs with quiet bravery.

He’s currently in a foster home where he's learning that the world can be safe and kind. Dobbie is gentle and loving, but emotionally sensitive. Loud noises and quick movements scare him, so he needs a calm, quiet home with trauma-informed, patient guardians.

Ideal Home:

Quiet, predictable environment
No small children
Carpet or rugs preferred (he struggles on hardwood)
Prior dog experience highly recommended
A ramp for car access would help

With Others:

Dog-friendly with proper introductions
Shy but kind with strangers (needs slow approaches)
Not a fan of head or body pets — prefers gentle chin rubs
Needs continued positive reinforcement training

Dobbie has shown some se

Meet Dobbie the Dobie – A Resilient Tripod with a Heart of Gold

Dobbie is a sweet, sensitive boy who’s been through a lot. After a traumatic injury, he had one of his legs amputated — but he’s healing beautifully and adjusting to life on three legs with quiet bravery.

He’s currently in a foster home where he's learning that the world can be safe and kind. Dobbie is gentle and loving, but emotionally sensitive. Loud noises and quick movements scare him, so he needs a calm, quiet home with trauma-informed, patient guardians.

Ideal Home:

Quiet, predictable environment
No small children
Carpet or rugs preferred (he struggles on hardwood)
Prior dog experience highly recommended
A ramp for car access would help

With Others:

Dog-friendly with proper introductions
Shy but kind with strangers (needs slow approaches)
Not a fan of head or body pets — prefers gentle chin rubs
Needs continued positive reinforcement training

Dobbie has shown some separation anxiety and does best crated when alone. He’s potty trained but may mark when adjusting to a new space.

Dobbie is truly special. With the right home, he’ll flourish into a loyal, loving companion. Are you the one to give him his second chance?

How To Adopt

Dobbie was listed as Adoptable by Sammie's Friends Animal Shelter
How can I adopt Dobbie?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Sammie's Friends Animal Shelter. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Dobbie is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Sammie's Friends Animal Shelter for details on the pet.
When can I meet Dobbie?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Sammie's Friends Animal Shelter will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Dobbie, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Sammie's Friends Animal Shelter, and they'll be happy to help!

Dobbie is from Sammie's Friends Animal Shelter

[Grass Valley, CA]

Today's hours: closed
Location
14647 McCourtney Rd. Grass Valley, CA, 95949

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