Zara

Zara is a medium-sized (38 lb) Heeler who was surrendered here after living all 4 years of her life in a tiny pen. After receiving complaints from neighbors about her barking, Zara's owner felt there was no other choice than to give her up. <br/><br/>Incidentally, surrendering here saved her life. When she went to get spayed, it was discovered that she was in the early stages of Pyometra. <br/><br/>Now warm, fed, and on the mend with no more infected uterus nearly killing her, Zara is ready to find her forever home - this time inside. She's adjusting very well to life indoors and seems to relish in all of the connection and attention she is getting.<br/><br/>According to her previous home, Zara is comfortable with even young children. She shared her pen with a cat for some time, so with proper introduction would likely do well in a multi-pet home. <br/><br/>Above all else, it is clear that Zara wants to be close to you. Not only is she a stage 5 clinger, she's an expert level hugger. As office dog, she hasn't figured out yet that the toys are for her enjoyment, but she does know that pets and loving words are easily accessible for the first time in her life. She prefers to stick close, paws on your lap, staring deep into your eyes. She hasn't mustered the courage to jump on the couch yet, but if you help her up, she wraps both of her paws around your waist and lays her head on your chest, sneaking in as many kisses as you'll allow. <br/><br/>She really lights up during walks. She keeps her nose to the ground and her tail wags wildly. Confidence fills each stride as she explores her surroundings. She may enjoy being a running or hiking companion (as long as she gets her daily ration of cuddles and kisses). <br/><br/>During her recent Doggy Day Out, Zara recieved glowing reports of her leash manners and laid-back energy. She was not a heavy puller on the leash, and although she needed help loading up in the car, she was a perfect passenger. She ignored other dogs and for the most part the people she passed, except for when she discovered some new best friends. She does have a funny quirk - she is such an ardent and thorough sniffer that if she's rushed and not allowed to finish her sniffs, she will just lay down in protest! <br/><br/>We are hoping that Zara's next (and hopefully final) home will have the utmost patience as she acclimates to indoor living for the first time and have the utmost appreciation for the tender, loving, and velcro dog that she naturally is. We want only the softest of pillows and the gentlest of owners for this sweet little girl - she deserves it!

Zara is a medium-sized (38 lb) Heeler who was surrendered here after living all 4 years of her life in a tiny pen. After receiving complaints from neighbors about her barking, Zara's owner felt there was no other choice than to give her up.

Incidentally, surrendering here saved her life. When she went to get spayed, it was discovered that she was in the early stages of Pyometra.

Now warm, fed, and on the mend with no more infected uterus nearly killing her, Zara is ready to find her forever home - this time inside. She's adjusting very well to life indoors and seems to relish in all of the connection and attention she is getting.

According to her previous home, Zara is comfortable with even young children. She shared her pen with a cat for some time, so with proper introduction would likely do well in a multi-pet home.

Above all else, it is clear that Zara wants to be close to you. Not only is she a stage 5 clinger, she's an expert level hugger. As office dog, she hasn't figured out yet

Zara is a medium-sized (38 lb) Heeler who was surrendered here after living all 4 years of her life in a tiny pen. After receiving complaints from neighbors about her barking, Zara's owner felt there was no other choice than to give her up.

Incidentally, surrendering here saved her life. When she went to get spayed, it was discovered that she was in the early stages of Pyometra.

Now warm, fed, and on the mend with no more infected uterus nearly killing her, Zara is ready to find her forever home - this time inside. She's adjusting very well to life indoors and seems to relish in all of the connection and attention she is getting.

According to her previous home, Zara is comfortable with even young children. She shared her pen with a cat for some time, so with proper introduction would likely do well in a multi-pet home.

Above all else, it is clear that Zara wants to be close to you. Not only is she a stage 5 clinger, she's an expert level hugger. As office dog, she hasn't figured out yet that the toys are for her enjoyment, but she does know that pets and loving words are easily accessible for the first time in her life. She prefers to stick close, paws on your lap, staring deep into your eyes. She hasn't mustered the courage to jump on the couch yet, but if you help her up, she wraps both of her paws around your waist and lays her head on your chest, sneaking in as many kisses a