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Petra

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Large
  • Mixed Breed

About Petra

Fredericksburg, VA

Breed

Mixed Breed

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Large
(61-100 lbs)
Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

Personality
Good with Dogs
House-trained: Unknown

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Petra'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.

Adoption Fee

$275

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Petra's Story

Meet Petra: Toy-Loving, Affectionate, Fluffy!<br/><br/>Petra is a sweet, playful girl with a big personality and an even bigger heart. She's full of love, fluff, and fun, and is happiest when she has toys, attention, and canine friends nearby.<br/><br/> Toy Enthusiast: Loves toys and has never met one she didn't like.<br/> Affectionate Companion: Very sweet, affectionate, and loves attention from her people.<br/> Social with Dogs: Dog-friendly and gets along well with other dogs.<br/> Welcoming to Strangers: Has done well meeting new people in her foster home.<br/> House Trained & Well-Behaved: Showing great potty habits and good house manners in foster care.<br/> Pup Cup Connoisseur: Big fan of pup cups (she swears Starbucks makes the best ones).<br/> Fluffy Sweetheart: Big ball of love wrapped in floof.<br/> Medical Note & Upcoming Surgery: Currently has a torn ACL; surgery is being planned, but if adopted prior, medical care will be the adopter's responsibility.<br/><br/>Petra is full of love, fun, and companionship, and she's ready to bring all three to a home that will support her through recovery and beyond.<br/><br/><br/>Schedule a meet-and-greet with Petra 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 to dogs like Petra! 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 #Fosterhttps://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey

Meet Petra: Toy-Loving, Affectionate, Fluffy!

Petra is a sweet, playful girl with a big personality and an even bigger heart. She's full of love, fluff, and fun, and is happiest when she has toys, attention, and canine friends nearby.

Toy Enthusiast: Loves toys and has never met one she didn't like.
Affectionate Companion: Very sweet, affectionate, and loves attention from her people.
Social with Dogs: Dog-friendly and gets along well with other dogs.
Welcoming to Strangers: Has done well meeting new people in her foster home.
House Trained & Well-Behaved: Showing great potty habits and good house manners in foster care.
Pup Cup Connoisseur: Big fan of pup cups (she swears Starbucks makes the best ones).
Fluffy Sweetheart: Big ball of love wrapped in floof.
Medical Note & Upcoming Surgery: Currently has a torn ACL; surgery is being planned, but if adopted prior, medical care will be the adopter's responsibility.

Petra is full of love, fun, and companionship, and

Meet Petra: Toy-Loving, Affectionate, Fluffy!

Petra is a sweet, playful girl with a big personality and an even bigger heart. She's full of love, fluff, and fun, and is happiest when she has toys, attention, and canine friends nearby.

Toy Enthusiast: Loves toys and has never met one she didn't like.
Affectionate Companion: Very sweet, affectionate, and loves attention from her people.
Social with Dogs: Dog-friendly and gets along well with other dogs.
Welcoming to Strangers: Has done well meeting new people in her foster home.
House Trained & Well-Behaved: Showing great potty habits and good house manners in foster care.
Pup Cup Connoisseur: Big fan of pup cups (she swears Starbucks makes the best ones).
Fluffy Sweetheart: Big ball of love wrapped in floof.
Medical Note & Upcoming Surgery: Currently has a torn ACL; surgery is being planned, but if adopted prior, medical care will be the adopter's responsibility.

Petra is full of love, fun, and companionship, and she's ready to bring all three to a home that will support her through recovery and beyond.


Schedule a meet-and-greet with Petra by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey.

Join our Foster program and become a hero to dogs like Petra! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Fo

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How To Adopt

Petra was listed as Adoptable by Old Dominion Humane Society
How can I adopt Petra?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Old Dominion Humane Society. 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 Petra 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 Old Dominion Humane Society for details on the pet.
When can I meet Petra?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Old Dominion Humane Society will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Petra, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Old Dominion Humane Society, and they'll be happy to help!
Old Dominion Humane Society's Adoption Policy
If you would like to adopt an animal from Old Dominion Humane Society, please visit our website for an application. https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-application Please keep in mind that we are a volunteer run organization.  Adult dogs adoption fee --   $275.00 Senior dog adoption fee-- $175.00 Puppies under 1 year adoption fee --  $375.00 Puppies will not go home until they are at least 10 weeks old and have been spay/neutered. Dogs will be adopted Spayed/Neutered, current on Rabies, Distemper series, Heartworm tested (if six months or older) and Microchipped.   All puppies are required to be enrolled into training within 90 days of adoption with your choice of a certified trainer. ODHS adopts within a 350 mile radius of Fredericksburg, VA.

Petra is from Old Dominion Humane Society

[Fredericksburg, VA]

Our Mission
ODHS adoption events are typically at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Wednesdays 5-7pm, Fridays 6-8pm, Saturdays 12-4pm. Please check our Facebook page for changes in location or time! If you are interested in becoming a foster family, fill out the application on our website: www.olddominionhumanesociety.org MISSION STATEMENT - O...
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Today's hours: 6-8pm
Location
3602 Lafayette Blvd Fredericksburg, VA, 22408

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