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Shelby

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Large
  • Newfoundland Dog

About Shelby

Gales Ferry, CT

Breed

Newfoundland Dog

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Large
(61-100 lbs)
Black

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Shelby’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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Shelby's Story

Shelby is continuing to settle into her foster in NY and has been enjoying the snow <br/><br/> She is an emotionally sensitive 3.5 yr old purebred Newf <br/><br/>Shelby's Wish List:<br/><br/> Experienced owner prepared to offer her structure and guidance<br/><br/> Shelby is looking for a home willing to provide her with attention and engagement<br/><br/> She would do best in a quieter home without a lot of visitors<br/><br/> Shelby loves her toys and is always up for a game of tug or enrichment activities to keep her mind working<br/><br/> She will need an owner with patience to help her with her leash skills as she loves a good bit of exercise, but she has been known to lunge at cars<br/><br/> Shelby can become quite vocal when she gets over aroused and needs support in helping her redirect<br/><br/> She gets along well socially with other dogs but has shown some resource guarding around high value treats in the home if they are left out<br/><br/> Shelby is ready to bring joy, laughter, and toys (always toys!) into her forever home along with her larger-than-life personality <br/><br/>She has been spayed and is up to date on all vetting. She came in to NNR with some pretty itchy skin but other than a scaly patch on her chin and tail, that she is still on medication for, the rest of her skin has healed up nicely.<br/><br/>If you think Shelby sounds like your kind of girl, apply today! <br/><br/>Keep checking our website for updates or submit an application today. You only need to apply once to be considered for any dog that is a match for your home!<br/><br/>** Want to send this dog a gift? When you purchase a bib or bandana from our store with the code 4FOSTER they will receive it. The rescue receives the profit from the sale and the foster dog receives a gift!<br/><br/>When purchasing for a specific dog, please include that note in the comments.<br/><br/>Or, purchase one for yourself!<br/><br/>Link for Bibs<br/><br/>https://nationalnewfoundlandrescue.com/product-category/bib/<br/><br/>Link for Bandanas<br/><br/>https://nationalnewfoundlandrescue.com/product-category/bandanas/

Shelby is continuing to settle into her foster in NY and has been enjoying the snow

She is an emotionally sensitive 3.5 yr old purebred Newf

Shelby's Wish List:

Experienced owner prepared to offer her structure and guidance

Shelby is looking for a home willing to provide her with attention and engagement

She would do best in a quieter home without a lot of visitors

Shelby loves her toys and is always up for a game of tug or enrichment activities to keep her mind working

She will need an owner with patience to help her with her leash skills as she loves a good bit of exercise, but she has been known to lunge at cars

Shelby can become quite vocal when she gets over aroused and needs support in helping her redirect

She gets along well socially with other dogs but has shown some resource guarding around high value treats in the home if they are left out

Shelby is ready to bring joy, laughter, and toys (always toys!) into her fo

Shelby is continuing to settle into her foster in NY and has been enjoying the snow

She is an emotionally sensitive 3.5 yr old purebred Newf

Shelby's Wish List:

Experienced owner prepared to offer her structure and guidance

Shelby is looking for a home willing to provide her with attention and engagement

She would do best in a quieter home without a lot of visitors

Shelby loves her toys and is always up for a game of tug or enrichment activities to keep her mind working

She will need an owner with patience to help her with her leash skills as she loves a good bit of exercise, but she has been known to lunge at cars

Shelby can become quite vocal when she gets over aroused and needs support in helping her redirect

She gets along well socially with other dogs but has shown some resource guarding around high value treats in the home if they are left out

Shelby is ready to bring joy, laughter, and toys (always toys!) into her forever home along with her larger-than-life personality

She has been spayed and is up to date on all vetting. She came in to NNR with some pretty itchy skin but other than a scaly patch on her chin and tail, that she is still on medication for, the rest of her skin has healed up nicely.

If you think Shelby sounds like your kind of girl, apply today!

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How To Adopt

Shelby was listed as Adoptable by National Newfoundland Rescue
How can I adopt Shelby?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with National Newfoundland Rescue. 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 Shelby 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 National Newfoundland Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Shelby?
If you've submitted an inquiry, National Newfoundland Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Shelby, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to National Newfoundland Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

Shelby is from National Newfoundland Rescue

[Gales Ferry, CT]

Our Mission
National Newfoundland Rescue Inc. was founded by a group of Newfoundland Rescue volunteers with a combined total of over 60 years of rescue experience. After working with breed club and other rescues for many years, it became apparent that there were still holes in the rescue community that needed to be filled, primarily in...
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