Daisy

This cutie pie is Daisy. She is a 9 pound, pomeranian/shih tzu mix. Daisy has a favorite blanket she brings along with her almost everywhere she goes to make her “lounging” more comfortable. What a hoot! So take note: when you adopt Daisy, you adopt her blankie too!

Important information to know is that Daisy is a trip hazard. She does tend to stay underfoot, so if you are at risk of falling, you should not adopt Daisy, no matter how darling you think she is!

Daisy desires to be a companion dog; she does best when she is receiving attention. Her family’s lifestyle does not mesh well with this, as they have to leave her for long hours. Being crated for so long is not fun. Neighbors have noted hearing her cries when her people are gone. So sad! While we firmly believe it is important that a dog should be OK being left alone for periods of time, long hours day after day do not make a dog happy. Daisy is not left out of the crate unless someone is home. We are told she is taken out 3 times for potty breaks, which is not much at all. More than likely, as she ages, she will require more potty breaks.

Daisy lived with another dog years ago. Since coming to her current home, she has not lived with another dog. Maybe a home can be found where she can remain as such. She is “reactive” when she sees another dog outside of her home. This could be the common behavior a dog exhibits while on a leash when they see another dog. We can’t say for sure. Perhaps she would be OK with another dog, her age and size, that would be non-threatening to her? Daisy would need someone who could give proper introductions, smart integration, and show patience and compassion with her move. Daisy has never been observed around cats. She has done well with kind, gentle children who are old enough to be respectful.

Short daily walks make Daisy happy. She does well on leash; we are told she does not pull at all. As we mentioned previously, she does bark when she sees another dog on walks. Maybe she’s just trying to say hi, or she’s curious and would like to meet the other dog? Wouldn’t it be nice to know what goes through a dog’s mind sometimes?

At this time, Daisy can manage stairs. Daisy had a dental last year; her owners report she gets her teeth brushed once a month when she is groomed. Daisy’s adopter should be able to continue with regular veterinary care, grooming, and good-quality dog food. Daisy is a young senior who could actually be middle-aged, given her size. With good care and some luck, Daisy could be around for a long time!

Daisy would love someone who wants her to sit with them. She tries to get as close to her people as possible. What a little love! Who wouldn’t want to share their life and home with Daisy? She is going to make a delightful new addition to her new home.

Daisy is located in Lacey, WA. For contact information please email: referrals@olddoghaven.org

This is not an Old Dog Haven dog. Old Dog Haven has not assessed this dog for medical issues and will not be responsible for medical care after adoption. We urge prospective adopters to do their own evaluation. 

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