Rescue Dog Behavior Changes Week by Week
Bringing home a rescue dog means observing their behavior changes week by week. Learn what to expect beyond the 3-3-3 rule and how to support your new.
Meet Lanie, a truly gentle and affectionate sweetheart who is looking for a calm and patient home. She is incredibly well-behaved indoors, fully house-trained with no accidents, and perfectly crate-trained, making her an easy companion. Lanie is a shy girl who thrives in quiet environments, responding wonderfully to patience and reassurance. She loves being petted, cuddled, and is highly motivated by treats, which makes bonding with her a rewarding experience. While she can be a little nervous of new experiences like leashes or vacuums, her submissive and easygoing nature shines through, especially when she feels safe.
As a Labrador Retriever mix, Lanie embodies the intelligence, gentle nature, and loyalty characteristic of the breed, though in a quieter package. Labradors are known for being eager to please and food motivated, traits Lanie clearly demonstrates. Her submissive play style makes her an excellent companion for other friendly dogs, as she gains confidence from their presence. She requires minimal grooming, with her short coat needing only occasional brushing, and sheds moderately. Her energy level is low, making her content with relaxing indoors, but she still enjoys exploring outdoors on nice days, benefiting from moderate daily exercise like gentle walks.
Lanie's ideal home is a calm and patient household that understands the needs of a shy dog. She would greatly benefit from having another friendly, gentle dog in the home for companionship and confidence building. Respectful children would be welcome, and her new family should be willing to use a harness for walks and slowly build her comfort with new experiences. If you are ready to offer a safe, cherished, and understanding environment, Lanie promises to blossom into a devoted and affectionate companion who will fill your home with quiet love.
Special Needs
No
Good With
Training
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Includes vaccinations, spay/neuter, and microchip where applicable.
$395.00
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