Meet Amber

Status with People

 Cautious of new people. It takes time for me to trust and warm up to strangers. I stay close to my foster mom most of the time and sometimes just follow her from a distance. I’m most comfortable with one or two gentle, calm people that I can call my “family”. Strangers coming in and out or random chaos in the home would not be good for me. Children and loud humans scare me. Laid back, soft spoken, kind and patient adults are my style.  

Status with Dogs

Great with dogs and happiest when I’m playing with them. I have two Golden foster siblings and several small furry foster siblings. I’m learning how to “be a dog” for the first time. I need a home with another gentle, confident dog who will play and be my companion. I’m neutral-submissive in temperament and get along with everyone. 

Status with Cats

Unknown, but likely fine.

Favorite Toys

Never had toys until now. I love toys and balls, but can be a “stuffy murderer” so I need brands such as Fluff and Tuff, Go Dog, Huggle Hound for tough chewers. I can’t differentiate between my toys and your things, so put it up if you don’t want me to play with it.

Energy Level

Moderate overall. I’m laid back, but love to play with my furry foster siblings. 

House Trained

Mostly. I’m scared to go outside without my human and dog companions with me. If you don’t take the time, go outside with me and make sure you see me potty…I could have an accident. I need confidence building and a potty routine. Give me a treat when I potty outside and lots of praise. 

Crate Trained

Not needed and should not be used. I have free roam of the house. I lived kenneled/crated my entire life, so it could create a trauma trigger for me.

House Manners

Good manners and don’t bother anything on a normal basis, but I’ll pick up things off the floor that I think are a toy…socks, towels, etc. So, puppy proof!!! At night, I sleep in the dog bed, snuggled up next to my foster siblings in my foster parent’s bedroom.

Leash Manners

Learning, but showing good progress! Will sometimes get surprised by unexpected noises such as a garage door opening. and I’ll stop in fear. Just encourage me that all is okay and start walking when I’m ready. Do NOT force me! Let me sniff as that’s how I learn. I could be a flight risk so make sure you use a secure harness with me or an all-fabric martingale (no-slip) collar.

Exercise

Walk approximately 1 mile daily. I get a lot of exercise running, romping and play with my Golden foster sisters in the backyard.

Car Rides

I’m good in the car, but it’s new to me. With more exposure, time and rides to fun places, I’ll associate car rides with positive things.

Storm Phobia

Mild storm concern, but just panting. I’m most sensitive to tone of voice and unfamiliar/sudden noises, so patience and understanding are key. I will look to you and the dogs around me for guidance and affirmation that everything is fine…so if you’re calm and act like it’s no big deal, then I’ll learn from that.

Medical

 I have a low grade heart murmur per echo. I have no symptoms and no treatment is needed. It may or may not progress with age. Just something to make your vet aware of to keep an eye on.

Things I need in my Forever Home

• Someone who fully understands my background and the need to take things slow with me. I need socialization and confidence building. Someone willing to help me blossom and continue to progress me forward…one paw at a time. I’m doing great and each I come more and more out of my shell.
• Laid-back, calm household with a someone who has a lot of patience, understanding, time and a commitment to force free/positive reinforcement training. I have so much potential and I’ve already come so far. 
• A moderately active family who will take me on daily walks or hikes as it’s a great way for me to bond with you, build confidence and for us to be healthy together.

• Someone who’s home more often than not to work with me and help me feel safe and secure.  A non-working home, someone who works from home or works part-time. I’m a work in progress and need someone with the time to take me on as a “special project”. Lots of human interaction and socialization is needed for me to continue to blossom. I lived my life isolated from humans, so it’s time for me to get the love and attention I deserve.

• Required is a nice and gentle, confident dog companion who’ll play with me and serve as a “helper dog” for me. I learn by watching other dogs. My companion dog should not be noise phobic or storm phobic so I see them being non-reactive and realize I’m safe. My dog companion should enjoy sharing toys with me and running around in the backyard.

• I’m not a fan of loud noises or fast movements, so a home without children is best. Think low key, calm and quiet.