Gemma

Approximate DOB: 5/20/2025<br/>Approximate Weight: 20 lbs<br/><br/><br/> Meet Gemma <br/><br/>Gemma is blossoming more every day into a loving, playful companion. She deserves the absolute world-and she's ready to find it with a family who will adore her. <br/><br/> Dog-friendly: Thrives with other dogs and needs a confident canine sibling<br/> Kid-friendly: Does great with kids<br/> Cat-approved: Has done well with cats in multiple homes<br/> Crate pro: Keeps her crate clean and stays quiet<br/> Potty manners: Does great on a consistent schedule<br/> Car rides: Nervous, but more comfortable secured in a crate<br/><br/>New surroundings and strangers can make her nervous, and she's still working on her leash skills and confidence outside. But with patience, kindness, and a little encouragement, you'll see her sparkle brighter every single day. The effort you put into her will be repaid with endless love and loyalty. <br/><br/>Gemma isn't just a dog-she's proof of resilience, hope, and unconditional love. Whoever gives this Hidden Gem a chance will discover the priceless friend she truly is. <br/><br/> Flight Risk:<br/>Gemma will need to be leashed 100% of the time for several weeks while she settles into her new home and routine. This includes inside the home and even in a fenced yard.<br/><br/><br/>***FLIGHT RISK***<br/>Will need to be leashed 100% of the time for several weeks, until she really settles into her new home and routine. This includes in a fenced in yard and in your home.<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; Saturday 10 AM-4 PM.<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

Approximate DOB: 5/20/2025
Approximate Weight: 20 lbs


Meet Gemma

Gemma is blossoming more every day into a loving, playful companion. She deserves the absolute world-and she's ready to find it with a family who will adore her.

Dog-friendly: Thrives with other dogs and needs a confident canine sibling
Kid-friendly: Does great with kids
Cat-approved: Has done well with cats in multiple homes
Crate pro: Keeps her crate clean and stays quiet
Potty manners: Does great on a consistent schedule
Car rides: Nervous, but more comfortable secured in a crate

New surroundings and strangers can make her nervous, and she's still working on her leash skills and confidence outside. But with patience, kindness, and a little encouragement, you'll see her sparkle brighter every single day. The effort you put into her will be repaid with endless love and loyalty.

Gemma isn't just a dog-she's proof of resilience, hope, and unconditional love. Whoever gives t

Approximate DOB: 5/20/2025
Approximate Weight: 20 lbs


Meet Gemma

Gemma is blossoming more every day into a loving, playful companion. She deserves the absolute world-and she's ready to find it with a family who will adore her.

Dog-friendly: Thrives with other dogs and needs a confident canine sibling
Kid-friendly: Does great with kids
Cat-approved: Has done well with cats in multiple homes
Crate pro: Keeps her crate clean and stays quiet
Potty manners: Does great on a consistent schedule
Car rides: Nervous, but more comfortable secured in a crate

New surroundings and strangers can make her nervous, and she's still working on her leash skills and confidence outside. But with patience, kindness, and a little encouragement, you'll see her sparkle brighter every single day. The effort you put into her will be repaid with endless love and loyalty.

Gemma isn't just a dog-she's proof of resilience, hope, and unconditional love. Whoever gives this Hidden Gem a chance will discover the priceless friend she truly is.

Flight Risk:
Gemma will need to be leashed 100% of the time for several weeks while she settles into her new home and routine. This includes inside the home and even in a fenced yard.


***FLIGHT RISK***
Will need to be leashed 100% of the time for several weeks, until she really settles into he