Sabrina is a nervous and fearful dog looking for a calm, patient family. She needs a secure environment where she can slowly adapt to her new space. She is particularly sensitive to handling, and stress behaviours are common, especially around strangers or changes. It is crucial that her family is attentive to her body language to avoid stressful situations and the risk of biting. Sabrina also requires a gradual approach to help her feel comfortable with handling and to build trust with humans.
Sabrina has moderate energy and enjoys regular walks in calm environments, as well as mental stimulation activities to help her manage stress. While she can live with other dogs, she must be slowly introduced to new canine companions, with careful supervision. Interactions with cats or children should be avoided due to her nervousness and potential stress. It is crucial to respect her limits and not force interactions with new animals or people.
Her house training is still a work in progress, and she needs constant supervision to avoid accidents in the home. Her family will need to set up a strict routine with frequent potty breaks and rewards for good behaviour. Managing stress and anxiety related to solitude and handling will also be a key aspect of her adoption. Sabrina has great potential to become a loving dog, but this will require patience, understanding, and consistency in her training.
Sabrina
Age: 6
Sex: Female
Breed: Mixed Breed, Large (over 44 lbs fully grown)
Size: XL
Colour: Charcoal
If you would like to adopt this sweet dog, don’t hesitate to fill out the online adoption form!
About this column:
Each week we feature animals available for adoption from local shelters in the Montréal area with the hopes that our readers will assist in finding good homes for them. If you, or someone you know, has the resources to take care of one of these animals, please do get in touch with the appropriate shelter via the links provided.
