Tara Pit Bull Terrier & Labrador Retriever Mix Grants Pass, OR

ave the big reveal for our girl Treadmill Tara! Tara a 2 1/2-year-old Pit Lab mix was over the top no manners 56 pound, spayed girl. She had absolutely no discipline. But she was loving and eager to learn. She is now ready for the big reveal!
Tara is ready for a new home. What will be the best fit is perhaps a moderately mature leader with no children; no children is the order of the day as children tend to be unpredictable; perhaps a Veteran that is active and wants just a “You and Me” relationship to take hiking, running, maybe fishing on the banks of the river! A person that is willing to learn to keep her mentally and physically stimulated on a treadmill for 30 to 45 minutes a day- or even twice a day! She loves her treadmill. She has had some playmates- boys only- but can be a bit much – for them as she tends to play rough. So a just a “You and Me” companionship really is encouraged. No small animals- maybe a goldfish would be ok. Shelter Friends, a non-profit organization supporting the Animals of the Josephine County Animal Shelter will provide the following: First- She would love to be the joint benefactor of our Pet to Vet Program. This program will subsidize her adoption fee. We look to offer follow-up support by providing a couple of one on one training sessions here in Grants Pass to teach her new leader Treadmill enrichment and direction and offer a gently used treadmill. Additionally, 3 visits with John Parrett, local dog behaviorist if adopted withing 50 miles or one hour of Grants Pass. She will come with a new bed, leash, and starter bag of food. Treadmill Tara is seeking a dedicated adopter who will follow through and maintain the great progress she has made so she and her new adopter will continue to enjoy all each has to offer one another. These training sessions must be set in place immediately upon adoption to ensure a smooth transition for a long and full, life-long companionship. For more information please contact Raleigh 541 660 6578 or Laura Milnes at the Josephine County Animal Shelter 541 474-5458
This is what her foster guardian that gave her structure has to say,- “and maybe a bit redundant,-
“Tara is an amazingly sweet, female about 1 1/2 years old and is a beautiful black color with a white chest. Tara has a real zest for life and is hoping to find someone with an active dog life that is wanting a walking, hiking, running type companion. As a special bonus, Tara has been treadmill trained so when life gets busy or the weather throws in a twist Tara still gets her exercise. This girl loves her treadmill time and will happily jump on requesting her “workout” each day.

Tara is current on vaccinations, spayed, crate trained, treadmill trained and has a good introduction to basic commands like sit, down, bed, wait and off. Although the first part of her life was not stable or structured and she ended up a little out of control and in the shelter. This incredibly loving girl has made some really positive changes and is ready to bring a lot of love and joy to her new person.
Tara has been around other dogs and has had play opportunities with some well behaved male dogs but isn’t usually a good match with other females. Not all dogs are a match for her as she plays rough. Her best fit would be a home as an only pet.
Tara’s ideal home would be a kid-less (she likes kids but her plays style can be energetic and rough and does best with the calmer consistency of adults) person or couple that is willing to continue Tara’s training. She’s had a great start understanding leadership and boundaries and needs someone to continue assuming this leadership role with her to help keep her relaxed and happy.”
If you think you can offer Treadmill Tara- or Tara a loving structured home, please call the shelter or email so we can arrange a meet and greet here in Josephine County.
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