Meet Daisy Mae

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. I feel safest in my “spot” on the couch. I don’t mind if someone new sits down next to me, but I may seek safety in an area that I feel comfortable in if I get spooked. 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

Have 2 foster siblings (male and female). I’ve shown more interest in playing with other pups who are patient with me as I’m learning how to “be a dog” for the first time. Recently, I could tell my foster sister was worried about a thunderstorm, so I went over to her and licked her to help her calm down. I’m learning to be play. 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

No interest in cats, so would be fine with cats in the home.

Favorite Toys

Learning to play. I never had toys until now. I like balls, Kongs and tend to be most playful in the morning and evenings. I can’t differentiate between my toys and your things, so put if up if you don’t want me to play with it.

Energy Level

Low overall. I go on 1 mile walks most days followed by exploring my foster home, playing with a ball or kong and snuggling up in a dog bed or next to my foster humans. I love my couch naps!

House Trained

Yes. I have a doggie door in my foster home and use it independently.

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. Occasionally if items are left on the floor (sock, towel, clothing, etc.) I might show interest in them or chew on them. At night, I sleep in the dog bed, snuggle up next to my foster siblings and in my foster parents’ bed. I love a good couch nap so expect me to be on yours! 

Leash Manners

Learning, but showing GREAT progress! Gentle and non-pulling on leash, but sometimes get surprised by unexpected noises such as a garage door opening. I might cower in fear, otherwise I typically just prance along with the other dogs. Having my foster siblings go on walks with me has given me more confidence and taught me to use my sniffer to learn more about the new world around 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 at least 1 mile daily. My foster mom thinks that with my growing confidence on the leash, I have the potential to be an excellent walking buddy one day!

Car Rides

Getting better…my foster parents usually have to help me get in the car, but once I settle and feel safe, I sit nicely in the back. I sniff the air around me and lie down. With more exposure, time and rides to fun places, I’ll associate car rides with positive things. 

Grooming Needs

I require a trip to a professional groomer every 4-6 weeks or my doodle coat will become a mess. I need to be brushed often as my fur will mat easily. My coat is high maintenance. 

Storm Phobia

Cautious and timid girl, but so far I’ve been okay during storms, just some 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.

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.
• Someone who’s committed to a dog who is easily spooked and startled by unfamiliar and unexpected noises and movements. Safety measures must be maximized on walks and to keep me from bolting out of a door. **A GPS collar is required for me.
• 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.
• I’m not a fan of our noises or fast movements, so a home without children. Think low key, calm and quiet.
• A townhouse would be acceptable if in a quiet neighborhood and you take daily walks.