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Penelope

  • Senior
  • Female
  • Large
  • Mixed Breed

About Penelope

Athens, GA

Breed

Mixed Breed

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Female
Large
(61-100 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: No

Penelope’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Penelope's Story

Why Choose Me?<br/>Doggy-Day-Out update: Anyone looking to save an 8 yr old senior dog from the shelter? Penelope is a staff and volunteer favorite, who only has a few days left.<br/>She visited us for a couple hours? recently and was a dream. Perfect house manners and even waited for permission to walk inside. Good recall, indifferent to our parakeets, and willingly napped in an XL crate while we were home with her. If interested, please read below...<br/>Penelope is URGENT and needs a foster home where we can learn more about her or a forever home where she can live out her days in comfort.<br/>She is a calm low energy girl who rides well in the car, enjoys short leash walks, couch naps, patio naps and attending class at UGA. She tested well with male and female dogs but can not be in a home with cats.<br/>Her former owner reported separation anxiety but we need more information so we can find perfect placement. She may do best in a home with another dog and/or with a person who works from home or leaves for short periods of time. If your work allows dog companions then Penelope is your girl.<br/><br/>Doggy-Day-Out update: "She is very easy. I would say that she is a gentle giant. She didn't pull on the leash and she was just enjoying sniffing everything she could. She was content with our walk and she loved the car ride. Every so often she would lay down on the seat, almost curl up, but then she'd be right back up sticking her head out the window. She never barked and really just minded her own business. I think she'd make a wonderful dog for a family looking for a sweet, laid back dog."<br/>* * *<br/>Update: Penelope always appreciates basking in the sun and having time with a friend. I had to leave the interaction pen for a few minutes, and when I came back, she was standing at the gate waiting for my return. When I opened the gate, she did a happy dance and then ran back to the blanket for more sun and love. I adore Penelope. She's easy to be with, already house trained, and good with other dogs. How I wish she finds a forever home.<br/><br/><br/>Penelope is a sweet 9-year-old senior. She likes being with friends, going for short walks, and enjoying a few treats. The person that brought her to the shelter said she also likes being a lap dog and getting in the water. She lived as an indoor dog, is house trained, does well with kids of all ages, and likes other dogs but not cats. Penelope doesn't like being left alone for more than two hours and will get out of a crate if left longer than that. She needs a heavy-duty crate, but what she'd REALLY like is living with someone who is home most of the time. She went to doggy daycare but wasn't a fan. Her collar has the word LOVE in the design, and that's what she is-a gentle, loving girl. I hope she finds the right home for her through her golden years.<br/><br/>You can read more about this dog and check out additional photos here: https://www.accgov.com/9482/Dogs<br/><br/>The adoption fees, shelter schedule, a description of the rescue and adoption process, and a list of included vetting can be found at https://athenspets.net/adoption-rescue-process.<br/><br/>This dog is available for adoption through Athens-Clarke County Animal Services, located at 125 Buddy Christian Way, Athens, GA. For the most timely information on hours, location, availability and how to adopt, call the shelter Mon - Sat from 11am-4pm or Sunday 12-3 (except holidays) at 706-613-3540 or go to https://www.accgov.com/133/Animal-Services.<br/><br/>Visit the shelter in person or submit an application online! https://www.accgov.com/9482/Dogs

Why Choose Me?
Doggy-Day-Out update: Anyone looking to save an 8 yr old senior dog from the shelter? Penelope is a staff and volunteer favorite, who only has a few days left.
She visited us for a couple hours? recently and was a dream. Perfect house manners and even waited for permission to walk inside. Good recall, indifferent to our parakeets, and willingly napped in an XL crate while we were home with her. If interested, please read below...
Penelope is URGENT and needs a foster home where we can learn more about her or a forever home where she can live out her days in comfort.
She is a calm low energy girl who rides well in the car, enjoys short leash walks, couch naps, patio naps and attending class at UGA. She tested well with male and female dogs but can not be in a home with cats.
Her former owner reported separation anxiety but we need more information so we can find perfect placement. She may do best in a home with another dog and/or with a person who works from home or leaves for short periods

Why Choose Me?
Doggy-Day-Out update: Anyone looking to save an 8 yr old senior dog from the shelter? Penelope is a staff and volunteer favorite, who only has a few days left.
She visited us for a couple hours? recently and was a dream. Perfect house manners and even waited for permission to walk inside. Good recall, indifferent to our parakeets, and willingly napped in an XL crate while we were home with her. If interested, please read below...
Penelope is URGENT and needs a foster home where we can learn more about her or a forever home where she can live out her days in comfort.
She is a calm low energy girl who rides well in the car, enjoys short leash walks, couch naps, patio naps and attending class at UGA. She tested well with male and female dogs but can not be in a home with cats.
Her former owner reported separation anxiety but we need more information so we can find perfect placement. She may do best in a home with another dog and/or with a person who works from home or leaves for short periods of time. If your work allows dog companions then Penelope is your girl.

Doggy-Day-Out update: "She is very easy. I would say that she is a gentle giant. She didn't pull on the leash and she was just enjoying sniffing everything she could. She was content with our walk and she loved the car ride. Every so often she would lay down on the seat, almost curl up, but then she'd be right back up

How To Adopt

Penelope was listed as Adoptable by Athenspets
How can I adopt Penelope?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Athenspets. 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 Penelope 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 Athenspets for details on the pet.
When can I meet Penelope?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Athenspets will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Penelope, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Athenspets, and they'll be happy to help!
Athenspets's Adoption Policy
This pet is at Athens-Clarke County Animal Services. For more information about shelter hours, location, and procedures, please go to https://www.athensclarkecounty.com/133/Animal-Services. To apply to adopt an animal, or to meet an animal that is currently in foster care, go to https://www.accgov.com/257/Available-Pets, select the type of pet in which you are interested (cat, dog, or other), then click on the photo of the animal in which you are interested. (Scroll up or over if the page then looks blank.) Click on "Interested in this Animal? Click here" and complete, at a minimum, the portion of the attached questionnaire concerning your contact information and the annual amount you are willing to spend to care for the pet (omitting "$" and "." --your answer will be rejected if you include any non-numerical characters). The shelter is also available on a drop-in basis. For the current shelter hours, please go to https://www.athensclarkecounty.com/133/Animal-Services.

Penelope is from Athenspets

[Athens, GA]

Our Mission
Athenspets, Inc. is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to helping the most vulnerable animals in the Athens (GA) area and the people who love them. We assist Athens-Clarke County (GA) Animal Services in publicizing the shelter animals for adoption, including by maintaining this Petfinder page.
Please contact organization for hours
Location
125 Buddy Christian Way Athens, GA, 30605

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