Mandy

My name is Mandy and I am a 4-year-old female mixed breed who weighs about 45 lbs.<br/>I have short legs and a long back, and I'm looking for a very specific kind of forever home so I can feel safe and secure.<br/><br/>I can be fearful of men, for this reason I will need to go to a female only home. I will need a patient, understanding adopter who is willing to work closely with my foster and give me time and space to build trust at my own pace.<br/><br/>I am very food motivated, which helps with training and confidence-building, but I am not a dog who will bond instantly. Trust takes time for me and I need a calm, predictable environment to feel comfortable. I really like learning new things and sometimes showing off my commands and tricks can be a good way to help me focus and build my confidence without too much pressure. <br/><br/>With other dogs, I am a dominant female. I can do okay with a passive or aloof dog who is comfortable letting me take the lead. However, if another dog challenges me or tries to assert dominance, I will escalate the situation, and it can lead to a fight. Because of this, careful dog matching is extremely important, and in many cases I may do best as the only dog.<br/><br/>I am not safe with cats and must go to a cat-free home.<br/><br/>I am not a beginner dog, but for the right person - someone patient, experienced, and willing to advocate for my needs - I can be a loyal companion who continues to grow and gain confidence.<br/><br/>If you are a female only household looking for a dog who needs understanding, structure and time to trust, please ask about me. My foster will be happy to talk to anyone interested in me and answer any questions you might have.

My name is Mandy and I am a 4-year-old female mixed breed who weighs about 45 lbs.
I have short legs and a long back, and I'm looking for a very specific kind of forever home so I can feel safe and secure.

I can be fearful of men, for this reason I will need to go to a female only home. I will need a patient, understanding adopter who is willing to work closely with my foster and give me time and space to build trust at my own pace.

I am very food motivated, which helps with training and confidence-building, but I am not a dog who will bond instantly. Trust takes time for me and I need a calm, predictable environment to feel comfortable. I really like learning new things and sometimes showing off my commands and tricks can be a good way to help me focus and build my confidence without too much pressure.

With other dogs, I am a dominant female. I can do okay with a passive or aloof dog who is comfortable letting me take the lead. However, if another dog challenges me or tries to assert dominanc

My name is Mandy and I am a 4-year-old female mixed breed who weighs about 45 lbs.
I have short legs and a long back, and I'm looking for a very specific kind of forever home so I can feel safe and secure.

I can be fearful of men, for this reason I will need to go to a female only home. I will need a patient, understanding adopter who is willing to work closely with my foster and give me time and space to build trust at my own pace.

I am very food motivated, which helps with training and confidence-building, but I am not a dog who will bond instantly. Trust takes time for me and I need a calm, predictable environment to feel comfortable. I really like learning new things and sometimes showing off my commands and tricks can be a good way to help me focus and build my confidence without too much pressure.

With other dogs, I am a dominant female. I can do okay with a passive or aloof dog who is comfortable letting me take the lead. However, if another dog challenges me or tries to assert dominance, I will escalate the situation, and it can lead to a fight. Because of this, careful dog matching is extremely important, and in many cases I may do best as the only dog.

I am not safe with cats and must go to a cat-free home.

I am not a beginner dog, but for the right person - someone patient, experienced, and willing to advocate for my needs - I can be a loyal companion who c